Research Reports
Explore data-driven research on real estate, housing, self storage, moving trends and economic forces shaping today’s markets.
Best Practices For Disinfecting Storage Spaces
Some property managers have a storage option for residents at the multifamily buildings they manage, and some may run actual self storage facilities.
The American Backyard In The Last 100 Years: Lot Sizes In San Diego Get Bigger While Seattle Loses Yard Space
The demand for larger homes, combined with rising building costs and shrinking lot sizes, has forced a compromise that often leaves homeowners with limited outdoor space, as developers try to balance buyer preferences with the need for more housing.
How To Find The Perfect Fixer-Upper in San Francisco In 10 Steps
Whenever you’re looking to buy a house, you have a list of criteria you would like. You could be looking for a ready-to-move-in situation, or you could be on the lookout for a fixer-upper that you can sell later at a better price. Fixer-uppers are typically homes in disarray that are popular as they can typically be bought at a lower price. If you’re looking for one in the Bay Area, rest assured you stand good chances of finding one.
Best PHX Neighborhoods For All Budget Types (And A Few Extras On How To Enjoy An Uncluttered Home)
With a year-round pool season, lots of sunny days and breathtaking desert landscapes, Phoenix, AZ is one of the most attractive cities to live in. New residents are drawn in by the favorable climate, affordable cost of living and job opportunities. If you’re looking to set roots here, you’ll be happy to know that real estate is generally cheaper than in other urban hotspots. Based on the listing price, buying a home here will cost you, on average, $395K, lower than Gilbert, AZ and Miami, FL. However, if money is no object, there are quite a few neighborhoods that will give you access to exclusive communities and features.
The Self Storage Industry Moves Forward In The Wake Of The Pandemic
Self storage has been an essential service during the COVID-19 pandemic, with storage facilities staying open while other amenities closed. The industry successfully adapted and implemented new, efficient procedures. And as pandemic restrictions ease, it may well emerge with its reputation reinforced and its customer base expanded.
Moving From California To Utah – Key Considerations Before Taking The Route
The California to Utah route is getting quite crowded with people on the move – almost 18,000 Californians headed to the Beehive State in 2019 alone, according to the latest US Census data. But what’s behind this particular migration trend, and what do you need to know if you’re a Californian planning to relocate to Utah?
Seattle’s Lot Sizes Shrinking: Big-Yard Homes Increasingly Far From The Urban Core
Home prices are now at historic highs. The median price of an existing home reached $341,600, with all major regions in the US posting double-digit increases. Rising demand for housing combined with the high cost of land and building materials has pushed lot sizes to new lows across the country. The median size of a lot for a new home was 7,900 square feet in 2020, down 11% compared to 2000. Meanwhile, homes are getting bigger – the median size of a single family home built in 2020 was 2,260 square feet, up 12% from two decades before.
10 Fresh Trends In Self Storage Facility Design
The self storage industry’s rapid expansion across the nation has gone hand-in-hand with its increased appreciation of architecture. This has resulted in construction trends ranging from multi-level buildings with modern architectural elements to imitation of older styles, and some rather unusual motifs have also been added into the mix.
Should I Fix Up My Home Or Try To Sell It As Is?
An eternal real estate market question is whether it’s worth renovating your property before you try to sell it, or is it unnecessary to spend that money? According to the experts, a pre-sale renovation may pay off; however, due to higher and higher construction costs, the renovation might be pricey. At the same time, the question for buyers is whether it pays to buy a renovated home or is it better to renovate a cheaper property that could become a dream home?
Denver Self Storage Street Rates Up 6% Despite Increased Competition
The Mile High City has been a high flyer for a while, offering great attractions plus employment prospects to anyone making it their home. And in response to a population increase of more than 21% between 2019-2020, the Denver self storage sector has grown. We asked a local operator about the state of the industry there, and they told us about stiff competition but also about the worth of compassion and a variety of services at this time.