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Mirela Mohan
Mirela is a real estate writer and lifestyle editor for Yardi. With an academic background in English and translation, Mirela now covers a range of topics including real estate trends, lifestyle and economy. Her previous experience in proofreading academic articles has inspired Mirela to choose a writing career path. In her free time, Mirela enjoys reading, but also hiking and creating art. You can contact Mirela via email.
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August 2025 Self Storage Report: Self Storage Records Second Month Of Rent Stabilization, as 63% of Major Cities Post Street Rate Growth
National street rates stood at $135 in August 2025, marking a 1.5% year-over-year increase. 63% of large U.S. cities report higher street rates as self…
California Keeps Up Self Storage Construction, Leading the West in 2025 Development
California leads the Western U.S. in projected self storage construction for 2025, with approximately 4.9 million square feet of new space planned – trailing only…
Self Storage in Nashville – Who Can the Service Support Locally?
Nashville’s reputation as ‘Music City’ might precede it, but the city’s vibrant landscape extends to so much more than country tunes. When you move here,…
Beat the Heat: 8 Types of Items Tallahassee Locals Can Store in Climate-Controlled Units
If you call Tallahassee home, you’re no stranger to the seemingly endless supply of sunny days that allow you to enjoy the outdoors and boost…
Self Storage Rates Stabilize, Registering Only a Mild 0.7% Decrease in April
Key Takeaways: Self storage rates declined by only 0.7% year-over-year in April 2025, while month-over-month rates are showing a slight upward trend. Southern cities dominate…
Golf Enthusiast in Savannah, GA? Here’s Where You Can Store Your Gear in the City
If you’re a golf enthusiast living in Savannah, Georgia, you’re in the right place. Known for its Southern charm and vibrant social scene, Savannah also…
10 Instances When Self Storage Can Help Parents in Houston, TX
A home filled with a baby’s soft coos and tiny footsteps is a joyful one – but it can also feel like it’s suddenly shrinking….
Self Storage Price Reductions Wind Down, With the Sunbelt as The Most Active Region for Development in 2024
Self storage rents went down 2.2% year-over-year in December 2024 but maintained at $132 month-over-month. Rates went down in 70% of the 150 largest cities….
Self Storage Nears Almost Two Years of Consistent Price Reductions
Nationally, self storage street rates decreased 3.6% year-over-year in August 2024, reaching almost two years of continuous month-over-month decline. Port St. Lucie, FL, Yonkers, NY,…
Self Storage Rent Drops Pervasive Across Most Large Cities, While Construction Carries On in About Half of Them
National self storage rates went down 3.5% year-over-year in May 2024, continuing on the same 20-month downward trend Fayetteville, NC, and Chandler, AZ, experienced rent…
Ohio on a Self Storage Development Spree, Leads the Midwest in New Supply
Ohio leads the Midwest for the largest supply of new self storage space delivered in 2023, roughly 1.7M square feet. It is primed to maintain…
Sharp Declines Dominate in East Coast and Southwest Cities, While Smaller Eastern and Southern Markets See Gains
Self storage street rates went down 4.3% in March 2024 94% of the 150 most populous cities saw self storage price drops East Coast and…
14 Creative Ideas to Take Your Blanket Storage Game to the Next Level
Blankets are essential home items that can amp up the cozy factor, whether we’re talking luxurious throws, quilts, seasonal blankets or others. And if you’re…
A Guide to Smooth Sailing Storage for Your Kayak, Paddleboard or Canoe
For kayak, paddleboard or canoe enthusiasts, few things compare to enjoying the calmness of being out on the water as you take in the sights….
Golfing on Your Mind? Here’s How and Where You Can Store Your Gear in Augusta, GA
Located along the Savannah River, Augusta is the oldest city in Georgia. It is also one of the largest cities in the Peach State, and…
Amid Rising Suburban Development, Self Storage Rents Decline in the Chicago Metro Area
Self storage street rates took a dip in the Chicago metro area Sycamore, Fox Lake and Aurora see the biggest rent decreases in the state,…
Self Storage Rental Rates Keep Tumbling Down, With FL Cities Seeing The Most Significant Plunges
Self storage street rates took a 4.7% annual plunge in November 2023 In about 86% of the largest cities, rent prices saw reductions Florida dominates…
Self Storage Street Rates Are Plunging Nationally, With Aurora, IL, & Two AZ Cities Seeing Rents Cool The Most
Self storage street rates went down 4.6% year-over-year in October 2023 Self storage rents decreased in 83% of the largest cities year-over-year Aurora, IL, comes…
Best Cities for Geek Culture Fans: Orlando FL, Seattle, WA, and Salt Lake City, UT, Make a Bid to Be Bastions of Geekdom
Orlando, FL, emerges as the best city for geek culture enthusiasts, due to a combination of interest in pop culture, like-minded people, geek-friendly employment options,…
Living in a City with Scarily Small Home Sizes? Here’s How to Make It Work Beyond Halloween
The specter of shrinking homes is starting to haunt America. Over the past decade, the average size of a home has become increasingly compact, with…
Self Storage Rent Drops in Most Cities, with New Orleans, LA, and North Las Vegas, NV, Seeing the Largest Decreases
The average self storage street rate dropped 4.6% year-over-year About 70% of the 150 most populous U.S. cities experienced price drops in September 2023 New…
Self Storage Rent Rates Take a Dip Across the Nation, with Aurora, IL, and New Orleans, LA, Seeing the Biggest Drops
Self storage rent rates decreased by 4.5% year-over-year in August 2023, while staying the same month-over-month About 83% of the 150 largest cities registered rent…
A Guide To Storing Your Comic Books: Preparing Your Comics for Storage, Where and How to Store Them
Whether you’ve always been a geek or you’re just discovering now the wonders of the superhero worlds pictured in comics and more, you should know…
7 Types of Items You Should Consider Putting in Storage When Moving
Did you know moving is one of the biggest causes of stress in the U.S.? More than divorce and starting a new job. That’s because…
13 Useful Tips for Organizing and Storing Hobby Gear for Apartment Renters
If you’re an outdoor fan living in an apartment, chances are it’s challenging to fit all your outdoor gear whether it’s your bike, canoe, fishing…
Amid Intense Development Activity, Self Storage Rents Cool Off
Self storage prices decreased by 3.1% year-over-year, now hovering at $126 per month About 70% of the largest cities saw price declines, with New Orleans,…
7 Instances When College Students Can Rent Self Storage (Plus 7 Tips on How To Find Self Storage)
College is an exciting time when you get to officially live on your own. This is especially true if you move to another city to…
12 Homeschool Classroom Organization Ideas to Set Your Child Up for Success
Homeschooling might have peaked during the pandemic, but it’s still a popular education choice for many families. It can be a great way to help…
Self Storage Cool Facts: From the History of Storage to Interesting Storage Finds and Famous People Using the Service
Self storage is a popular service that’s mostly associated with moving, but it’s become increasingly popular in other instances of life, including home remodeling, forming…
10 of the Best Self Storage Facilities Offering RV Storage in LA
If you live in LA and are an RV enthusiast, you’re probably well-acquainted with the joys of taking your vacation on the road – whether…