The Radius+ Team • 22 May 2025
James McLean • 08 Apr 2025
How Austin’s Tech Growth and Population Surge Drive Self-Storage Demand
Austin’s tech boom and job growth have fueled self-storage demand, but after a supply surge, rates have dropped. Expect a rebound when interest rates fall.
James McLean
Housing Permits Leading Indicator for Self Storage Demand
One of the best leading indicators for the [Self Storage](https://www.radiusplus.com/keyword/self-storage) Industry is issued [Building Permits](https://www.radiusplus.com/keyword/building-permits).
Housing Hacks for Self Storage Investing
Developers rely on economic indicators like housing stats and building permits, but solopreneurs can use local buying & selling trends to target opportunities.
Compass Self Storage Offers Free Rent to Commercial Tenants
As the country begins to reopen, the storage company focuses on commercial tenants who are in transition.
The Radius+ Team
Australia's Oversupply Weighs on Self Storage Sector
While Perth has been the worst-performing market, the malaise is clearly evident in Sydney and Melbourne.