Dynamic Pricing and Discounting in Self Storage
The self storage market is regularly compared to the hotel industry given the similarities – both are assets driven by short term demand. In fact, self storage has been described as a hotel without great need for capital expenditure. It is therefore not surprising that pricing for self storage units works in a similar way […]
Q2 2026 Self Storage Supply Quarterly Review
Key Insights At Four Leaves, we actively track and monitor new self storage supply across Australia and New Zealand. This work forms part of the Self Storage Association of Australasia State of the Industry research, which is published annually and provides a comprehensive overview of the Self Storage market activity and trends. More recently, we […]
The latest REIT results are in
Abacus Storage King (ASK) reported a 1.5% annual increase in Established RevPAM to $341 per square metre per annum. Occupancy across the portfolio is down 20 basis points to 90.5% (by area) on established assets. The group has a Weighted Average Capitalisation Rate of 5.43% (down 2 bps over the year). National Storage REIT (NSR) […]
The Next Wave of Consolidation in the ANZ Self Storage Market Is Here!
Four Leaves estimates that approximately half of the Australasian self storage market is held by independent and smaller operators. These groups not only represent mum and dad investors/ambitious entrepreneurs, but also smaller investor groups with four facilities or less. Larger operators, with between five and 20 facilities, make up roughly 9% of the market share. This […]
How to Value Self Storage Facilities
Self storage has grown into a strong asset class in Australia and New Zealand, attracting private investors, listed REITs, and institutional capital. Like other forms of going concerns, valuing a self storage facility requires an understanding of both property fundamentals and the operating business that underpins performance. Going Concern Valuation Unlike standard commercial properties, self […]
Why Relying on Asking Rates in Self Storage Can Be Misleading
In the self storage sector, it’s tempting to use advertised asking rates, also known as street rates, as a quick benchmark against your facility or to adopt in your revenue projections or feasibility analysis. However, it’s important to be aware that asking rates will generally vary from achieved rates by as much as 40%, and […]
How does the Australia / New Zealand Self Storage Market compare to that of the USA?
Since the pandemic period, the self storage market in Australia & New Zealand saw a significant surge in storage fees, occupancy rates, and development activity. This upturn reflects growing demand for storage solutions amid shifting consumer behaviours and a challenging environment. And in response to growing demand, the self storage supply pipeline increased by a […]
Who to Trust for Property Advice?
Property and business investment, whether buying, growing, or selling, is a significant financial and emotional decision. The right advice can mean the difference between a profitable decision and a costly mistake. With so many sources offering property advice, it is crucial to know whom to trust. Here’s a breakdown of reliable sources for advice and […]