SSSE’s core values are Fun, Integrity, Drive, and Others-First. As part of our commitment to Others-First, we strive to educate our investors, partners, and the general public about self storage. The Roman philosopher Seneca once said, “Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity”. This Frequently Asked Questions page is to serve as preparation for anyone interested in learning more about self storage and SSSE. The opportunities come when you sign up for SSSE’s investors list or buyers list by clicking the links in our menu bar. We hope to be lucky enough to work together.
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What are the most popular storage unit types?
Unit mix can tell you who a facility really serves.
More than half of consumer renters, 53 percent, and business renters, 58 percent, rent exterior access units, other known as drive-up. For consumer renters, the 10 foot by 10 foot has remained the most common unit size, with 5-by-10 units used by 21 percent of consumer renters. These details matter for site planning, acquisition diligence, and marketing. A drive-up facility may appeal to movers and small businesses. A multi-story climate-controlled facility may serve a different renter profile, typically a more densely populated urban market. The best operators match unit mix to local demand.