Maria Maruta is an Associate Editor with Multi-Housing News and Commercial Property Executive. Maria completed a Bachelor's in Art History and a Master's in Film Studies at the University of Groningen, The Netherlands. Currently, she writes commercial real estate news, particularly on the office, retail, coworking and self storage sectors. You may reach her at maria.maruta@cpe-mhn.com
Self Storage National Report – February 2026
Self storage demand and performance have slowed in recent years due to steep declines in migration patterns across U.S. regions, according to Yardi Matrix data.
LeCesse, MAS Secure $83M for Metro NYC Luxury Project
The community is scheduled for delivery in late 2027.
Local Housing Authority Pays $78M for Seattle-Area Community
The developer completed the second stage of the property’s construction last year.
Storage Post Buys Metro NYC Facility
The deal brings the firm’s footprint in New Jersey to seven assets.
Ranco Capital JV Lands $115M for Manhattan Project
Loan proceeds will be used to complete the construction and stabilize occupancy.
Murphy Development Advances Idaho Mixed-Use Project
The future community will include a 3-acre farm.
Uplift Development Buys Colorado Self Storage Portfolio
The deal marks the largest of its kind in the state.
Exclusive: TA Realty Gets $75M for Charlotte Community
TIAA issued an acquisition loan.
StorageMart Completes 2nd-Largest Self Storage Deal in NYC History
The collection encompasses 1.3 million net rentable square feet.
West Shore Lands $630M Refi for Sun Belt Portfolio
The 13 properties are located across five states.











