Author: Shinil Krishnan

Safeguard Self Storage Completes Third Self-Storage Development in Bridgeport, Connecticut

Safeguard Self Storage, a leader in providing state-of-the-art self-storage solutions, is excited to announce its third self-storage development in the State of Connecticut. The property, located at 2680 North Avenue in Bridgeport, was purchased in March 2023 and opened its doors on schedule to the surrounding community and neighborhood on January 13, 2026. The facility is in close proximity to Fairfield and is comprised of 1,263 units and 90,350 net rentable square feet. Designed to serve a dense and diverse urban population, the property offers a wide range of unit…

Great American Storage Celebrates Grand Opening of New State-of-the-Art Facility in Stratford, NJ

Great American Storage®, a leading developer and operator of Class-A self-storage and specialty storage facilities, is proud to announce the upcoming grand opening of Great American Self Storage of Stratford, a new, state-of-the-art storage facility located at 76 Berlin Road. The facility is scheduled to open on January 12th, 2026, bringing modern, secure, and accessible storage solutions to Stratford and surrounding South Jersey communities. Developed in partnership with RSG Development, the three-story, 107,100-square-foot Class-A facility features 814 total storage units, including 779 interior climate-controlled units and 35 drive-up, non-climate-controlled units…

Carefree Covered RV Storage Announces Completion of Improvements at Newly Acquired Facility in Wylie, Texas

Carefree Covered RV Storage today announced the completion of significant upgrades at its newest location, formerly Wylie Boat & RV Storage, located at 3883 Osage Lane in Wylie, Texas. The facility offers 268 enclosed and uncovered storage spaces, expanding the company’s footprint in Northeast Texas and reinforcing its commitment to providing secure, high-quality storage for RV and boat owners. Over the past few months, Carefree completed a series of enhancements designed to elevate the customer experience and align the site with the company’s portfolio-wide standards. Improvements include fresh paint and…

Recent Self-Storage Transactions: 01.07.2026 – 01.13.2026

Recent self-storage transactions show continued investor interest in the sector, with activity spanning a variety of markets and asset types. Deals include stabilized properties, development sites, and portfolio acquisitions, reflecting strategies to expand market presence, increase operational scale, and position for long-term growth. Demand remains steady, supported by consistent occupancy levels and opportunities to enhance revenue through improved management and pricing strategies.     Property: Reata Self Storage Location: Richland, Washington Closing Deal: $5,100,000 Seller: Richard and Shirley Nall Buyer: Clearview East MHP LLC Broker and Brokerage: Ryan Layton of…

Self-storage Facility Wins Preliminary Approval in Portsmouth, Rhode Island

The Portsmouth Planning Board last Thursday unanimously granted preliminary approval for a large, climate-controlled self-storage facility proposed for West Main Road, a project that drew limited public attendance but pointed criticism from nearby residents concerned about traffic, scale and neighborhood character. The proposal calls for a 25,575-square-foot building containing between 400 and 500 individual storage units on two commercially zoned parcels at 1526 West Main Road, between Mill Lane and a Dunkin’ Donuts. While the building footprint would cover about a quarter of the 2.37-acre site, the three-story structure would…

CrownPoint Breaks Ground on Self-Storage Project in South River, New Jersey

CrownPoint Group Inc. is bringing a new self-storage facility to Middlesex County, seeking to leverage the region’s fast-growing housing stock as it expands its footprint in the asset class. The firm said the project, located at 696 Old Bridge Turnpike in South River, will serve an area that already includes more than 1,000 apartments around the site and another 218 that are on the way. That’s poised to fuel demand for storage units that it will provide at the three-story, climate-controlled facility, which will soon rise at the busy Route…

BETCO Achieves Superior Certification Score from Steel Deck Institute

BETCO, Inc., is pleased to announce the successful completion of its Steel Deck Institute (SDI) audit, achieving a score of 96.4 out of 100, significantly exceeding the required 73 points for certification. This accomplishment reinforces BETCO’s commitment to quality, operational excellence and adherence to industry standards. The SDI audit evaluated BETCO’s processes, documentation and facility conditions against SDI’s rigorous standards. The results reflect BETCO’s dedication to maintaining robust procedures and ensuring consistent product quality. The auditors noted the organization’s strong attention to detail and well-maintained production environment. Achieving SDI certification…

Boardwalk Development Group Receives Certificate Of Occupancy For First Development Project in Summerville, South Carolina

Boardwalk Development Group (BDG) announces the receipt of a Certificate of Occupancy for its Class A, climate-controlled self-storage development in Dorchester County, SC. This marks BDG's first ground-up development project in South Carolina. Boardwalk Storage – Summerville is located at 165 Quality Drive in Summerville, South Carolina. This asset offers 127,050 gross square feet of climate-controlled storage units. It is strategically positioned in a high-growth area of Summerville, serving the expanding needs of residents and businesses in this vibrant Lowcountry community. The facility provides convenience and ground-level access for a…

How White Label Storage Helped a 600+ Unit Facility Jump 20% in Revenue

In self-storage, the biggest challenge isn’t always demand — it’s time. As daily responsibilities pile up, owners lose the time they need to think strategically and plan for growth. That was the exact scenario facing a large Midwest operator in early 2025. With a 600+ unit drive-up facility, the ownership group had built a solid asset. However, as they looked to expand their portfolio, they realized that self-managing the day-to-day operations was holding them back. They needed a partner to take over the heavy lifting, professionalize the operations, and maximize…