Can Google Search Volume Predict Storage Demand?

Exploring how Google search volume trends can correlate with self-storage web rates and why new supply may dampen rate growth despite rising demand signals.

Urban vs. Suburban Self-Storage: Which Investment Strategy Wins?

Urban or suburban self storage? Compare rental rates, risks, and growth potential to make smarter investments in 2025 with Radius+ self-storage market data.

New Supply Pressures Rates in Myrtle Beach Storage

In 2024, Myrtle Beach added the most self-storage supply in South Carolina. Strong population & job growth are helping rates recover faster than other markets.

Target Growth Areas with the Low Poverty Index on Radius+

Explore our new Low Poverty Index layer, added to help you assess economic opportunity and potential self-storage demand when selecting your next location.

Introducing the Location Affordability Index — Now Live on Radius+

Explore Radius+’s new Location Affordability Index to assess housing costs, rent, and job density— your key indicators for smarter self-storage site selection.

Storage in New Orleans: Opportunity Ahead

New Orleans has the lowest projected self-storage development among top 50 markets—but signs of economic growth suggest demand could be on the rise.

New York Storage Market: Growth Amid High Barriers

New York City’s high demand and tough zoning make it a prime self-storage market. Despite barriers, supply does keep growing. Can development stay steady?

What 2 Years of Web Rate Data Tells Us About the Self Storage Market

Self-storage web rates dropped 15.5% YoY due to oversupply and a frozen housing market. Discover how these trends shape the industry's outlook for 2025!

New Radius+ Tool Highlights Retail Hotspots for Storage

Radius+ introduces Retail Filters to identify top self-storage investment locations, showing where major retailers like Walmart and Chick-Fil-A thrive.

Colorado’s Top 3 Markets for Self-Storage Growth

Colorado's self-storage market is booming! From Colorado Springs' 9.7% supply growth to Denver's tech-driven 2.6%, see how these top markets are evolving.

Exploring Boat & RV Storage Trends: Insights from Forge Building Company

Phil Warchol discusses the growing demand for premium boat and RV storage in unexpected regions like Idaho and Arizona, driven by HOAs and convenience.

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.

Yes, Maybe and No Ranges For The Top 7 Site Parameters

Recommendations to help determine your lines in the sand for the typical 6-acre site.

Three demographic trends to consider when evaluating self storage demand

Which three demographic trends should be considered when evaluating self storage?

Unpacking the Truth About Self Storage Demand: Why the Industry May Have It Wrong

Two metrics have proven to be superior to understanding self storage demand: labor force flows and nonfarm payrolls