Self Storage
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…
Here’s How to Store Your Christmas Decorations so That You Can Enjoy Them Year After Year
The holiday season brings joy and cheer, but once the festivities wind down, it’s time to take everything down —…
Five Great Home Organizers to Follow for Genius Storage Tips
In a world filled with possessions and clutter, the art of efficient storage is nothing short of a superpower. We…
Here’s Where, and How, Newlyweds Can Thrive Financially
Couples have a financial advantage over their single counterparts. Dual incomes and shared expenses are, indeed, great extra perks of…
The Dos and Don’ts of Storing Your Belongings in Self Storage
Self storage offers a versatile, practical solution for individuals and businesses seeking extra space or a temporary home for their…
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…
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…
The Midwest and South Are Home to Clusters of Minimalism-Oriented Cities but Salt Lake City Is the Nation’s Minimalist Heaven
Salt Lake City is the best US city for minimalists, followed by Arlington, VA, and St. Paul, MN. Most cities…
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,…
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…
How to Winterize Your Motorcycle in Eight Easy Steps
Temperatures are dropping, and the days are getting shorter. These are clear signs that, on one hand, pumpkin spice lattes…
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…
Make the Most of Neighborhood Self Storage in Minneapolis, MN
Minneapolis is more than just the City of Lakes. It’s where Prince made his mark, where the Juicy Lucy burgers…
Here’s How to Winterize Your Balcony Furniture and Other Outdoor Décor
If you’re lucky enough to live in an apartment with a balcony, you probably already turned it into a nice…
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…
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…
7 Smart Ways to Maximize the Space Inside Your Small Studio Apartment
Renting a studio apartment can be the right choice financially, especially for those living in large urban hotspots where living…
Self Storage Rates Still Cooling From Last Year’s Record Highs but Development Stays Strong in 2023 — Texas, Florida & Arizona Cities Lead
Key takeaways: Self storage rates dropped by 5.2% nationally year-over-year in July 2023, accelerating above the average 3.8% year-over-year drop…
12 Garage Storage Ideas for an Organized Space
Let’s be honest: Maintaining a neat, tidy and functional garage is a challenge for most of us. Over time, the…
Most Popular in San Jose, CA, and Phoenix, AZ, Professional Organizers Can Take Your Home From Drab To Fab in no Time
In the fast-paced world of home organization, the need for professional organizers has become increasingly prevalent. They have the skills…
Self Storage Construction in 2022: The Southwest & Florida Lead While Staten Island Levels Up
After self storage became an increasingly essential service during recent challenging years, in 2022 its activities cooled somewhat. However, the…
Self Storage Rates Continue to Drop Year-Over-Year, but at a Slower Pace, With Signs of Steadying Month-Over-Month Changes
Self storage rates dropped by 3.8% nationally year-over-year in May 2023 However, prices registered a slight 0.8% increase month-over-month…
Here’s How Self Storage Rates Compare In Greater Austin’s Biggest Cities
The vibrant region of Greater Austin, where the urban sprawl meets the charming Texan countryside, is a veritable magnet for…
Henderson, NV, and Gilbert, AZ, Top The List Of Cities Where Renters Enjoy Plenty Of Storage Space
As cities continue to grow and attract more residents, living spaces can become increasingly cramped, leaving renters struggling to find…
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…
Storage Rent Drops Continue along with Strong 2023 Development Pipeline
Self storage rates dropped by 3.05% year-over-year nationwide in April 2023 On a month-by-month basis, street rates remained the same…
The Ultimate Self Storage Guide: From Location And The Right Unit Size To Amenities, Insurance And More
Self storage is a popular, useful service, appealing to large categories of Americans. We use self storage while moving, downsizing,…
5 Clothing Storage Solutions to Maximize Closet Space
How many clothes should one person have? This question doesn’t have an easy answer because there isn’t a magic number…
Self Storage Rents Drop in Three Quarters of US Cities but Decreases Are Moderating
Self storage street rates in March 2023 decreased nationwide by 2.3% year-over-year, and now hover at an average of $127…
Here’s How To Prepare And Pack Your Possessions For Self Storage
Storing extra belongings in a self storage unit is a solution used by many to solve the all-too-common issue of…
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