The self-storage market in Rantoul, IL, presents a compelling opportunity for investors, driven by several key factors:
Growing Demand: As Rantoul experiences population stability and growth, the need for additional storage solutions rises. Factors such as downsizing, relocation, and increased consumerism contribute to this demand.
Limited Competition: The Rantoul area has a relatively low number of self-storage facilities compared to larger urban centers. This lack of competition can create opportunities for new facilities to capture market share and establish a loyal customer base.
Great market conditions with supply well below industry averages
Room to expand – up to 50% SF more, shovel ready with approvals
Automated facility
Overall, Rantoul’s self-storage market is positioned for growth, making it an appealing option for investors seeking stable returns and a solid long-term investment strategy.
Storage 51 is a boat & RV storage facility located just north of the intersection of Highway 51 & West Sowell Road in Madison, MS. The facility opened in the fall of 2019 and includes a total of 199 parking spaces encompassing 81,708 rentable square feet of open and covered boat & RV parking. There are a total of 72 covered parking spaces and of those 72, 68 have access to power. There are two options available for power and those are as follows:
•110 amp power service is available for an additional $15 per month •30 amp power service is available for an additional $25 per month
(Note: the first 16 covered spaces have access to both power supply options while the rest only have 110 amp service). The remaining 4 covered spaces are located in the rear of the property and do not have power service available.
The facility is completely fenced and has a keypad access gate for entry and exit purposes. The facility is operated remotely however there is an on-site office with a full bathroom and large, conditioned warehouse storage area with two large roll-up doors on each end. At present, this warehouse storage area is used by the owner. However, it could be modified and a portion converted to an additional storage unit to be rented out.
The Maxi and Mini Storages of Odessa is a self storage property located at 700 and 711 N. Meadow Ave. in Odessa, TX. The property consists of 2 locations and 5 buildings located across the street from each other. One building is located at 711 N. Meadow and the remaining 4 buildings at 700 N. Meadow Ave for a total 18,745 rentable square feet.
The property is comprised of a total 130 non-climate controlled units ranging in size from 6×10 to 14×34. Originally built in the mid 1970s, the property is made of cinder block construction and asphalt drives. There are gates at the entrances to the property and it is fully fenced.
There is an office and small apartment on-site which is currently occupied by a maintenance individual rent free. The property is managed by the out of town owners with an on-site manager for 22 hours per week. The property does not currently have a web presence or management software in place.
Treasure Cove StorageContact Broker for Price216 Units
Excellent self-storage lease-up opportunity in Fort Pierce, Florida, offers a prime investment in a rapidly growing coastal market. Situated on approximately 2.65 acres just feet from US-1, the property benefits from high visibility with over 32,000 vehicles passing daily. The facility is positioned near national retailers like ALDI, Starbucks, Planet Fitness, and Walgreens, contributing to robust daily traffic. With excellent local demographics—over 51,000 residents within a 3-mile radius and a notably low square-footage per capita—the property is poised for strong occupancy.
The facility consists of five single-story buildings totaling 31,200 GSF | 30,900 RSF and features 216 drive-up, all climate-controlled units. Built with durable block construction, hurricane-rated metal roofing, and energy-efficient Icynene insulation, it is designed to withstand Florida’s extreme weather while offering top-tier storage conditions. Security is cutting-edge, featuring a 4K surveillance system with Digital Watchdog software, 24/7 monitoring, motion-detection lighting, and Janus electronic doors allowing it to be controlled remotely. With upside potential through professional management, this opportunity offers an ideal blend of location, construction quality, and market fundamentals in a vibrant and expanding region.
South Georgia Storage (Main Location)$199,90060 Units
This lease-up self-storage facility presents a prime investment opportunity for first time storage owners, located on approximately 0.47 acres in Macon, Georgia. Positioned on Napier Avenue with excellent visibility and a traffic count of 7,770 vehicles per day (AADT), the facility is easily accessible and surrounded by established residential neighborhoods and local businesses, with convenient access to Highway The current owner purchased the facility vacant and has completed extensive cleanup, reopening its doors in March 2025.
Built in 1985, the 3 fully fenced, block-construction storage buildings contain 60-10×12.5 storage units totaling 7,500 RSF of non-climate storage.
Ideal for first-time investors or operators, the facility is straightforward to manage and lends itself well to remote operation, making it an excellent entry point into the self-storage industry.
Locked Up Self Storage – Stillwater$3,400,000 227 Units
Locked Up Self Storage is a top-quality facility built in 2023, located in Stillwater, OK, home of Oklahoma State University. The property has flexibility for unmanned or light management operations. It is well-located, surrounded by residential development and highly visible.
Douglasville, GA Development SiteContact Broker for Price724 Units
This is a prime self-storage development opportunity on 8.75 +/- acres in Douglasville, GA. This single-story site includes a mix of interior climate-controlled and drive-up storage. The project will encompass 100,000 GSF | 80,475 RSF, with a total of 724 units, catering to the growing demand for convenient storage solutions.
Located in the thriving Douglas County, which is part of the Atlanta MSA, this property is surrounded by residential housing, making it an ideal location to serve the local community. The market area has a population of over 40,900 within 3 miles and 91,311 within 5 miles, with an Average Household Income (AHHI) of $105,061. Douglasville is experiencing strong growth, with an annual increase of 3.63% and a 16.32% population growth since 2020, providing excellent long-term investment potential. The area also has a low square footage per capita (4.5) within 3 miles, indicating a strong demand for self-storage. Additionally, rental rates in the market are strong, enhancing the financial upside of this development opportunity. This site will be delivered shovel ready with permits in hand!
Smartlock Self StorageCall Broker for Price184 Units
The Smartlock Self Storage – Atlanta, TX location is a 19,300 rentable square foot storage property that was opened in 2022. The property contains a building that was converted to 7,900 SF of climate controlled storage as well Janus MASS units totaling 11,400 SF. The property contains 184 total units and is on 1.228 acres of land.
Consistent with the Smartlock Self Storage technology model, the Atlanta, TX location is remote managed using the Noke locking system for all of the units. This investment allows for tenants to access their unit as well as the climate control building by their phones.
Located 25 miles South of Texarkana, TX, the Smartlock Self Storage – Atlanta is the only climate controlled self storage location in the market.
The offering is an exceptional, 5.06-acre infill development site in Gardner, Kansas, the Southwest gateway to the Kansas City metro. The site fronts US Hwy 56 and is less than a half mile from Interstate 35. This highly visible site, zoned CP-2 (Planned General Business District), offers incredible potential for a variety of commercial ventures.
Plans have been approved for a 100,459 SF climate controlled storage facility which was designed stories, both with drive up access, taking advantage of the gentle elevation change. Storage tenants vastly prefer drive up access to elevator access, that can lead to bottle necks at peak hours.
Gardner’s consistent growth, recognized as the fastest growth communities in the Kansas City Metropolitan area, with a remarkable 14% population increase since 2020, has also been recognized as the 5th fastest growing city in the State. The neighboring New Century Commerce Center is an industrial master development on 824 acres in and is adjacent to the New Century AirCenter, which along with the nearby 3,000 acre Logistics Park, is one of the region’s largest intermodal distribution hubs.
The site is also located just a short drive from the new $4 Billion Panasonic manufacturing facility in DeSoto, KS. Once completed, the facility will be the largest battery manufacturing plant in the world and will create thousands of jobs, increasing employment opportunities for residents in the surrounding areas.
Parkway Mini StorageContact Broker for Price539 Units
73,710 RSF Storage | 2,736 SF Shop | 4,000 SF Open Parking
Value-add opportunity with significant upside available through improving on-site and off-site management practices
Flexibility to be operated with an on-site manager or remotely managed
Currently owner/managed with no ECRI and limited tenant insurance/protection programs being utilized
Abundant extra land within the perimeter fence line with potential monetization via open parking expansion, storage expansion, and disposition via lot split or other strategies
Palm Coast Development SiteContact Broker for Price677 Units
Self-Storage development opportunity in Palm Coast, FL, part of the Daytona Florida MSA. This approved development site includes 23.3 +/- acres along I-95 with 1,497 feet of visibility from 89,601 cars per day with direct access from Old Kings Rd.
Palm Coast is the Largest City in the Flagler-Volusia zone and the 4th fastest growing county in the state of Florida in 2024. Palm Coast has seen a 25% growth rate from 2010-2022 according to US Census and UF Bureau of Economic Business Research.
This 23.3+/- site plan approved development includes 6 single-story mix of indoor climate controlled and drive-up storage buildings totaling 97,190 GSF | 84,200 RSF | 677 Units; as well as 224 Covered and 62 Uncovered Boat/RV Parking Spaces. 55% of the drive-up units (36% of the total NRSF) are climate-controlled units, setting this opportunity apart from the competition. This differentiating factor may attract higher end tenants who prefer the convenience of drive-up with the benefit of climate. The seller has construction drawings in hand, and the project is ready for permit review submission.
This self-storage development site presents a prime investment opportunity in a high-demand market with strong population growth.
The proposed facility will feature 636 units spanning 79,025 net rentable square feet (NRSF), designed to meet the increasing need for secure and accessible storage solutions. Strategically positioned in a redevelopment zone.
Additionally, the development is on track for zoning approval, with a developer’s agreement expected within 90-120 days, ensuring a predictable timeline for construction and project completion.
This opportunity offers investors a well-located, institutional-quality self-storage asset in a rapidly growing market with strong fundamentals and long-term value potential.
