Author: Shinil Krishnan

Recent Self-Storage Transactions: 05.06.2026 – 05.12.2026

Recent transactions reflect a self-storage market continuing to attract a broad spectrum of capital, from institutional joint ventures targeting supply-constrained, higher-barrier assets to private and regional investors pursuing operational upside in secondary and tertiary markets. Institutional activity in the Northeast is evident through the Medford joint venture between Invesco Real Estate and Baranof Holdings, the Nyack acquisition, and a planned conversion in Syosset, all signaling continued confidence in redevelopment and value-add strategies across the region. At the same time, acquisitions in the Tulsa MSA, Vicksburg, Swansboro, and across Texas point…

Heitman Launches U.S. Self-Storage Core Plus Strategy

Heitman LLC has launched a new Core Plus investment strategy targeting U.S. self-storage assets, supported by $275 million in commitments and an additional $200 million in co-investment capital. The strategy debuted with the acquisition of a 79-property portfolio across 16 states totaling approximately 4.9 million rentable square feet. The initiative reflects continued institutional investment activity in the self-storage sector, particularly in assets with lease-up potential, operational improvements, and opportunities for future expansion.   Read the Full Announcement Source: BusinessWire

Featured Broker: Tom De Jong, MBA, SIOR

Tom de Jong, Executive Vice President at Colliers, specializes in the sale, development, and disposition of self-storage and industrial assets throughout the United States. Over the course of his career, Tom has closed more than $2 billion in self-storage transactions, with recent closings across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Indianapolis, Milwaukee, San Diego, Sacramento, San Jose/Silicon Valley, and Washington State. Tom has expanded his practice by bringing on his son, Dylan de Jong, as a partner, strengthening the team’s national reach, market coverage, and client service capabilities. Tom is an SIOR designee,…

Developer Proposes 16-Unit Storage Facility in Shenango Township in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania

A proposed 16-unit self-storage facility is under review in Shenango Township, Pennsylvania, following a conditional use hearing before township supervisors. The project, submitted by Alpha DHZ Properties LLC, would be located on a wooded portion of a commercial property along Ellwood Road near the former Shenango Automotive site. Township officials deferred a decision after the developer failed to submit a site plan. The proposal reflects ongoing self-storage development activity in smaller secondary markets, where localized demand continues to support limited-scale projects.   View the Full Article Source: New Castle News

Plans Filed for 13-Building Storage Facility in Plattekill, New York

A proposed self-storage development is under review by the Town of Plattekill Planning Board in New York. The Ridgeyard project would subdivide a 50.93-acre parcel along the Route 44/55 corridor, with plans to develop approximately 17 acres for 13 storage buildings. Early review discussions included traffic flow, lighting, stormwater management, and the project’s compatibility with the surrounding rural area. The proposal highlights ongoing self-storage development activity in smaller suburban and rural markets where highway visibility and available land continue to support new projects.   View the Full Article Source: HudsonValleyTimes.com

Self-Storage Case Study: Kingston, NY

White Label Storage, a modern third-party self-storage management company, today announced the release of a new case study documenting the performance results achieved at a 352-unit Kingston, New York facility under its management. The case study tells the story of a newly acquired facility with strong local demand and clear upside that was struggling to meet its potential — and how the right management partnership helped ownership unlock it. After completing physical improvements to the property, the ownership team brought White Label Storage on board to modernize operations and drive…

Recent Self-Storage Transactions: 04.29.2026 – 05.05.2026

Last week’s self-storage transactions reflected continued investor preference for institutional-quality assets near major metros, where population density and visibility support long-term pricing power. Portfolio activity was a dominant theme in markets like Sandy Springs, Marietta, and Elgin, TX, reinforcing a focus on scale and operational efficiency. Several deals also highlighted a preference for professionally managed facilities with embedded upside, such as the Boston and Houston acquisitions, where recent expansions and rebranding underscore demand for stabilized, high-quality assets. Meanwhile, activity in Provo and Oakdale suggests buyers are still targeting niche demand…

Extra Space Storage Opens New Facility in North Las Vegas

A new 108,524-square-foot Extra Space Storage facility has opened in North Las Vegas, adding new capacity to the region’s growing self-storage market. The three-story property was developed through a partnership between Vegas Storage Holdings and Related Fund Management near the expanding Tule Springs corridor. The project reflects continued development activity tied to population growth and residential expansion in Southern Nevada, as well as ongoing investor interest in storage assets across the Las Vegas market.   View the Full Article Source: Nevada Business Magazine

Featured Broker: Darsh Desai

With a record of 200+ successful transactions and a portfolio of 600+ multifamily, self-storage, and vacation assets, Darsh Desai brings a seasoned investor’s perspective to every deal. After years of building value in the Midwest, he’s now transitioning his focus to the fast-growing Southwest markets, where he’s applying his knowledge to serve commercial clients seeking strong investment performance. His expertise spans deal sourcing, underwriting, and asset management, and he’s known for spotting and seizing opportunities others miss. Contact: Darsh Desai The Gorden Group [an affiliate of Argus Self Storage Advisors]…

Self-storage Facility Gets $11.5M Loan Amid Sector’s Strong Market in Island Park, New York

A self-storage property in Island Park has secured an $11.5 million recapitalization loan, as demand for self-storage rises on Long Island. The three-story, 740-unit facility on 1.44 acres at 4055 Austin Blvd. is owned by CSS Island Park, an affiliate of Walnut Creek, Calif.-based Pegasus Group. Managed by Public Storage, the Island Park self-storage facility was built in 2004. The recapitalization loan, arranged by San Francisco-based commercial mortgage banker Gantry, pays off the property’s maturing commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) debt, according to a company statement. The self-storage sector continues to…