{"id":121423,"date":"2022-06-21T02:56:37","date_gmt":"2022-06-21T09:56:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/?p=121423"},"modified":"2024-04-10T04:22:21","modified_gmt":"2024-04-10T11:22:21","slug":"self-storage-discounts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/self-storage\/self-storage-discounts\/","title":{"rendered":"Renting Self Storage? 7 Types of Discounts You Could Access to Save"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether you\u2019re living the digital nomad lifestyle<\/a>, you\u2019re moving or you simply wish to keep a breezy and clutter-free home, self storage<\/a> is a great service that can help you make better use of living space. Regardless of the reasons you turn to the service, discounts can help you save when you rent a storage unit on a budget. We\u2019ve done the legwork for you, so you don\u2019t have to look them up.<\/p>\n

Here is a list of the most common types of self storage discounts:<\/p>\n

1. First month off and other giveaways<\/h2>\n

One of the most common types of discounts is getting the first month free or the first month\u2019s rent for $1. Ask your self storage provider if they offer this special or if they have any sort of discounts on self storage rates when you use their website to complete the booking of your unit. Sometimes, when you sign a contract with a new self storage provider, they may offer you a lock, boxes or free use of a dolly to help you get your storage unit started.<\/p>\n

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2. Referral discounts<\/h2>\n

You might also get a discount when you refer someone to the business you\u2019re already renting from. The discount usually applies when the person you referred signs their new rental agreement.<\/p>\n

3. Long-term discounts<\/h2>\n

Feel free to negotiate your rate with your storage provider if you intend to rent long-term, meaning a year or longer. It\u2019s a win-win situation: You get a better deal on the rent, and the facility continues to have your business for a longer period.<\/p>\n

4. Lifestyle-related discounts<\/h2>\n

Many of us know that self storage facilities cut down their rates for people of certain social groups and statuses, such as:<\/p>\n