Author: Shinil Krishnan

The One Metric That’s Misleading Self-Storage Operators

Ask any self-storage owner what number they watch most closely, and the answer is almost always the same: occupancy. It’s intuitive, it’s easy to track, and it’s usually the first thing a lender wants to see. But what if that number isn’t telling the whole story? Across the industry, occupancy has become a kind of shorthand for success. A full building feels like a healthy building. But a facility sitting at 95% occupancy isn’t automatically outperforming one sitting at 85%. It all depends on how those units were filled and…

7 Solutions to Simplify Multiple Self-Storage Operations

This article outlines seven operational problems commonly faced by multi-site self-storage operators, pairing each with a practical solution. 1. Problem: You Don’t Have a Clear View of How Each Facility Is Performing When data lives in separate systems, or worse, spreadsheets, it’s difficult to understand what’s happening across your portfolio. Operators often discover issues such as rising delinquency, uneven occupancy, or pricing gaps too late, after revenue has already been affected. Solution: A centralized management system addresses this by consolidating contracts, billing, reservations, and unit availability into a single platform.…

THE Show – See You Next Month!

You’ve heard me talk about THE Show. You’ve heard about the speakers. You’ve heard about the sessions. You’ve heard about the trade show floor, the Georgia Aquarium, the networking, the Thursday night gala, and all the changes we have made to create something different for the self-storage industry. So, I’m not going to simply repeat the same list again. Instead, I want to say this: If you have been thinking about attending THE Show, now is the time to register. From Nov. 4 to 6, the self-storage industry will come…

How to Market a Self-Storage Facility for Sale

Selling a self-storage facility isn’t simply about putting the property online and waiting for offers. Effective marketing is about presenting the opportunity professionally, reaching qualified buyers, and creating enough exposure to generate competition. Here are several strategies owners can use when bringing a self-storage property to market. Create Professional Marketing Materials A strong marketing package should allow an investor to quickly understand the opportunity. Include professional photography, aerial images when appropriate, unit mix, occupancy, historical financial performance, property details, market information, and potential value-add opportunities. The goal is to answer…

American Storage Launches Container Rental Service in Santa Rosa, California

American Storage has introduced a portable container rental service in Santa Rosa, California, offering 10-, 20-, and 40-foot steel units delivered to residential and commercial sites. The service targets contractors, small businesses, retailers, and homeowners seeking on-site storage without a long-term facility commitment. The company describes the Santa Rosa launch as an initial market entry ahead of potential regional expansion. The rollout is part of a broader trend of portable storage gaining ground alongside traditional self-storage in Northern California markets. Read the Full Article Source: The Daily Tribune News

Self-Storage Complex Approved in North Lebanon Township, Pennsylvania

North Lebanon Township’s Board of Supervisors has unanimously approved a six-building self-storage development on Suzy Street in Pennsylvania. The roughly six-acre industrial site will include four drive-up storage buildings, one smaller building, and one climate-controlled structure. Five waivers were granted covering sidewalks, curbing, outlet pipe size, a flow splitter requirement, and plan submission. The site has a single access point and 15 parking spaces. The approval is consistent with a broader pattern of storage projects advancing on industrial-zoned land in smaller municipalities. Read the Full Article Source: Lebtown

Weekly Self Storage Transaction Roundup: 9/14/26 – 9/18/26

This past week’s transactions span different points in the operating cycle, with buyers finding opportunities in both lease-up and stabilized assets. Self Storage Monroe traded while still leasing up in a market with 17.3 square feet per capita (SF/capita). At the same time, the newly built Tampa facility had already reached 86.3% occupancy despite competing with 40 stores. East Lansing reached full stabilization within 14 months in a tighter 6.1 SF/capita university market, while Mill Creek was more than 90% occupied yet still offered embedded rent upside. The contrast reveals…

Dallas Secure Storage and Warehouse Opens Under New Name in Lancaster, Texas

La Soto Business Park & Self Storage in Lancaster, Texas, has rebranded as Dallas Secure Storage and Warehouse. The facility at 1920 I-35E continues to offer drive-up units alongside climate-controlled storage, warehouse space for business tenants, and vehicle, boat, and RV storage. The new name reflects a repositioning toward security and commercial use as primary identifiers. Featured amenities include on-site security staff, 24-hour surveillance, and gated access. The rebrand is an example of independent operators redefining their market positioning to attract a broader mix of residential and commercial tenants. Read…

SibCo Ltd. Plans $1.5 Million Expansion at Beavercreek, Ohio Storage Facility

SibCo Ltd. in Beavercreek, Ohio has expanded from one building in 2004 to a 20-building, 210,000-square-foot storage operation at 620 Phillips Drive, with a $1.5 million expansion currently planned to add two 12,000-square-foot small bay buildings. The facility includes self-storage, deluxe units, and open parking garages. Revenue grew 150% between 2018 and 2026. The operation is managed through a fee arrangement with an affiliated company and carries no direct employees, reflecting a lean operating model common among independent storage owners. Read the Full Article Source: Dayton Business Journal

Spartan Investment Group Opens FreeUp Storage Facility in Bellingham, Washington

Spartan Investment Group has opened a FreeUp Storage facility in North Bellingham, Washington, its tenth property in the Pacific Northwest. The 3.8-acre development includes eight single-story buildings with 541 units and 76,600 square feet of rentable space, offering heated and standard storage options. Spartan Construction built the property. Bellingham is projected to add approximately 16,500 residential units by 2036, providing the demand context for the new supply in the market. Read the Full Article Source: EIN Presswire