Clear out your basement to see what you\u2019re working with. Before you get into all the action, take that obstructive clutter away and go through it to see if there is anything worthy of keeping. If the answer is no, don\u2019t cling on to it and instead make room for more valuable items. Choose what you can donate, toss and what would better fit a storage unit for the time being, and watch how the room opens up.<\/p>\n
A thorough cleaning spree is also suggested, so roll up your sleeves and start small. Then, you can move onto cleaning the floors, dusting the place for possible cobwebs and giving everything a neat look. The more organized the place is before you start rearranging it, the more you can unlock the area to its full potential. Take your time to tidy the place properly.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Unlock more space with self storage<\/span><\/h2>\nTurning your basement into a little secret haven feels even more impossible when it\u2019s cluttered with seasonal decorations, stray cables, consoles, baby clothes, and work tools scattered everywhere.<\/p>\n
To make space, you have to clear out the space – space begets more space, as they say. After a thorough mission of stacking, throwing away, or donating items, you\u2019re probably still left with quite the menagerie of things you\u2019re not quite ready to part with just yet.<\/p>\n
Your simple solution comes in the form of a storage unit<\/a>. Sturdy and safe, it gets the job done without any hassle.<\/p>\n![\"Woman](\"https:\/\/www.storagecafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2025\/07\/ss.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\nTo help you plan ahead for both your budget and your space needs, here\u2019s a quick guide to some of the most common self storage unit sizes:<\/p>\n
\n- 5\u2019x5′ unit<\/strong><\/a>: Think of this as about the size of a regular wardrobe. It comfortably fits a few chairs, a desk, and some boxes. Perfect for hobby enthusiasts who need to clear some space by stashing away equipment, stamp collectors, or anyone with a small collection of seasonal d\u00e9cor. This size keeps things snug and tidy without overwhelming you.<\/li>\n
- 10\u2019x10\u2019 unit<\/strong><\/a>: This is the most popular choice for self storage users. It\u2019s ideal for storing furniture from a large living room, two small bedrooms, or even a compact apartment. Office items like computers, desks, shelves, and chairs fit well here too. Planning to renovate or refresh your d\u00e9cor? A couch will fit comfortably in a 10×10 unit, making it a great temporary home for your furniture.<\/li>\n
- 10\u2019x20\u2019 unit<\/strong><\/a>: Picture the size of a typical garage \u2014 <\/strong>that\u2019s roughly what you\u2019re getting here. It\u2019s large enough to hold just about anything you want to clear out of your basement or home. From chairs and desks to hiking gear and seasonal decorations, this unit handles it all. You can also store wardrobes, couches, beds, and other bulky items.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
For a more tailored experience, you can use our storage calculator<\/a> to list your items and find the perfect unit size for your needs.<\/p>\nAnd if you want to get an idea of what to expect price-wise, check out the rates across the country\u2019s biggest cities below.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Self Storage Costs and Availability in the Country’s Largest 150 Cities<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\tCity<\/th> Avg. Self Storage Street Rate ($)<\/th> Self Storage Sq. Ft.\/Capita<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n\n\tNew York City, NY<\/a><\/td> 206<\/td> 2.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tLos Angeles, CA<\/a><\/td> 257<\/td> 2.1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tChicago, IL<\/a><\/td> 136<\/td> 3.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tHouston, TX<\/a><\/td> 126<\/td> 6.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tPhoenix, AZ<\/a><\/td> 124<\/td> 5.48<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tPhiladelphia, PA<\/a><\/td> 145<\/td> 3.36<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tSan Antonio, TX<\/a><\/td> 121<\/td> 9.25<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tSan Diego, CA<\/a><\/td> 180<\/td> 4.07<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tDallas, TX<\/a><\/td> 133<\/td> 5.15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tJacksonville, FL<\/a><\/td> 134<\/td> 9.74<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tAustin, TX<\/a><\/td> 131<\/td> 7.84<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tFort Worth, TX<\/a><\/td> 105<\/td> 6.45<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tSan Jose, CA<\/a><\/td> 188<\/td> 3.93<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tCharlotte, NC<\/a><\/td> 121<\/td> 7.23<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tColumbus, OH<\/a><\/td> 103<\/td> 4.44<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tIndianapolis, IN<\/a><\/td> 97<\/td> 6.85<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tSan Francisco, CA<\/a><\/td> 242<\/td> 2.08<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tSeattle, WA<\/a><\/td> 181<\/td> 3.97<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tDenver, CO<\/a><\/td> 134<\/td> 3.39<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tOklahoma City, OK<\/a><\/td> 87<\/td> 8.86<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tNashville, TN<\/a><\/td> 145<\/td> 6.57<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tWashington, DC<\/a><\/td> 172<\/td> 2.18<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tEl Paso, TX<\/a><\/td> 117<\/td> 6.26<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tLas Vegas, NV<\/a><\/td> 130<\/td> 7.61<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tBoston, MA<\/a><\/td> 222<\/td> 0.7<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tDetroit, MI<\/a><\/td> 138<\/td> 0.89<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tPortland, OR<\/a><\/td> 150<\/td> 4.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tLouisville, KY<\/a><\/td> 108<\/td> 7.43<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tMemphis, TN<\/a><\/td> 88<\/td> 8.19<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tBaltimore, MD<\/a><\/td> 126<\/td> 3.79<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tMilwaukee, WI<\/a><\/td> 105<\/td> 3.76<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tAlbuquerque, NM<\/a><\/td> 120<\/td> 7.5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tTucson, AZ<\/a><\/td> 110<\/td> 8.7<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tFresno, CA<\/a><\/td> 131<\/td> 7.04<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tSacramento, CA<\/a><\/td> 149<\/td> 4.94<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tMesa, AZ<\/a><\/td> 111<\/td> 5.97<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tAtlanta, GA<\/a><\/td> 150<\/td> 4.57<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tKansas City, MO<\/a><\/td> 119<\/td> 3.62<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tColorado Springs, CO<\/a><\/td> 111<\/td> 11.16<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tOmaha, NE<\/a><\/td> 94<\/td> 7.3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tRaleigh, NC<\/a><\/td> 114<\/td> 7.43<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tMiami, FL<\/a><\/td> 178<\/td> 3.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tVirginia Beach, VA<\/a><\/td> 122<\/td> 10.62<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tLong Beach, CA<\/a><\/td> 211<\/td> 2.03<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tOakland, CA<\/a><\/td> 204<\/td> 2.44<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tMinneapolis, MN<\/a><\/td> 123<\/td> 2.05<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tBakersfield, CA<\/a><\/td> 101<\/td> 9.15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tTulsa, OK<\/a><\/td> 103<\/td> 8.99<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tTampa, FL<\/a><\/td> 136<\/td> 6.94<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tArlington, TX<\/a><\/td> 101<\/td> 5.86<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tWichita, KS<\/a><\/td> 109<\/td> 6.8<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tAurora, CO<\/a><\/td> 124<\/td> 4.07<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tNew Orleans, LA<\/a><\/td> 134<\/td> 4.74<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tCleveland, OH<\/a><\/td> 116<\/td> 2.27<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tHonolulu, HI<\/a><\/td> 297<\/td> 3.32<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tAnaheim, CA<\/a><\/td> 182<\/td> 1.49<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tHenderson, NV<\/a><\/td> 134<\/td> 6.64<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tOrlando, FL<\/a><\/td> 127<\/td> 7.02<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tLexington, KY<\/a><\/td> 141<\/td> 8.31<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tStockton, CA<\/a><\/td> 122<\/td> 6.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tRiverside, CA<\/a><\/td> 140<\/td> 5.7<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tCorpus Christi, TX<\/a><\/td> 114<\/td> 11.54<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tIrvine, CA<\/a><\/td> 183<\/td> 5.03<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tCincinnati, OH<\/a><\/td> 99<\/td> 4.15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tSanta Ana, CA<\/a><\/td> 203<\/td> 1.58<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tNewark, NJ<\/a><\/td> 133<\/td> 0.91<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tSt. Paul, MN<\/a><\/td> 118<\/td> 3.29<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tPittsburgh, PA<\/a><\/td> 129<\/td> 3.57<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tGreensboro, NC<\/a><\/td> 95<\/td> 11.18<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tDurham, NC<\/a><\/td> 113<\/td> 9.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tLincoln, NE<\/a><\/td> 118<\/td> 6.79<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tJersey City, NJ<\/a><\/td> 186<\/td> 1.23<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tPlano, TX<\/a><\/td> 118<\/td> 5.45<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tAnchorage, AK<\/a><\/td> 223<\/td> 6.35<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tNorth Las Vegas, NV<\/a><\/td> 132<\/td> 4.67<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tSaint Louis, MO<\/a><\/td> 117<\/td> 4.74<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tMadison, WI<\/a><\/td> 130<\/td> 4.43<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tChandler, AZ<\/a><\/td> 119<\/td> 4.49<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tGilbert, AZ<\/a><\/td> 118<\/td> 3.92<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tReno, NV<\/a><\/td> 132<\/td> 14.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tBuffalo, NY<\/a><\/td> 132<\/td> 1.54<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tChula Vista, CA<\/a><\/td> 179<\/td> 3.76<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tFort Wayne, IN<\/a><\/td> 99<\/td> 7.18<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tLubbock, TX<\/a><\/td> 108<\/td> 17.08<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tToledo, OH<\/a><\/td> 102<\/td> 4.43<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tSt. Petersburg, FL<\/a><\/td> 164<\/td> 5.8<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tIrving, TX<\/a><\/td> 110<\/td> 6.8<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tChesapeake, VA<\/a><\/td> 110<\/td> 6.61<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tGlendale, AZ<\/a><\/td> 112<\/td> 2.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tWinston Salem, NC<\/a><\/td> 104<\/td> 8.27<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tPort St. Lucie, FL<\/a><\/td> 134<\/td> 6.35<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tScottsdale, AZ<\/a><\/td> 188<\/td> 8.92<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tGarland, TX<\/a><\/td> 116<\/td> 4.1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tBoise, ID<\/a><\/td> 117<\/td> 12.09<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tArlington, VA<\/a><\/td> 244<\/td> 1.16<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tNorfolk, VA<\/a><\/td> 117<\/td> 5.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tSpokane, WA<\/a><\/td> 127<\/td> 7.3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tRichmond, VA<\/a><\/td> 124<\/td> 5.75<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tHuntsville, AL<\/a><\/td> 97<\/td> 11.51<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tFremont, CA<\/a><\/td> 177<\/td> 3.39<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tFrisco, TX<\/a><\/td> 127<\/td> 3.82<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tCape Coral, FL<\/a><\/td> 165<\/td> 7.63<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tSanta Clarita, CA<\/a><\/td> 179<\/td> 4.91<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tSan Bernardino, CA<\/a><\/td> 102<\/td> 3.35<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tTacoma, WA<\/a><\/td> 147<\/td> 4.84<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tHialeah, FL<\/a><\/td> 172<\/td> 2.04<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tBaton Rouge, LA<\/a><\/td> 123<\/td> 11.54<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tModesto, CA<\/a><\/td> 129<\/td> 6.32<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tFontana, CA<\/a><\/td> 140<\/td> 3.43<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tMcKinney, TX<\/a><\/td> 119<\/td> 8.39<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tMoreno Valley, CA<\/a><\/td> 143<\/td> 4.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tDes Moines, IA<\/a><\/td> 101<\/td> 4.85<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tFayetteville, NC<\/a><\/td> 108<\/td> 12.39<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tSalt Lake City, UT<\/a><\/td> 137<\/td> 3.61<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tYonkers, NY<\/a><\/td> 192<\/td> 1.97<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tWorcester, MA<\/a><\/td> 142<\/td> 3.29<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tRochester, NY<\/a><\/td> 139<\/td> 3.55<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tSioux Falls, SD<\/a><\/td> 111<\/td> 7.74<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tLittle Rock, AR<\/a><\/td> 107<\/td> 12.58<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tAmarillo, TX<\/a><\/td> 84<\/td> 13.99<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tAugusta, GA<\/a><\/td> 95<\/td> 9.17<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tTallahassee, FL<\/a><\/td> 136<\/td> 11.07<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tGrand Prairie, TX<\/a><\/td> 111<\/td> 3.31<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tColumbus, GA<\/a><\/td> 102<\/td> 11.15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tPeoria, AZ<\/a><\/td> 111<\/td> 4.32<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tOxnard, CA<\/a><\/td> 172<\/td> 5.19<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tSpring Valley, NV<\/a><\/td> 156<\/td> 0.65<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tKnoxville, TN<\/a><\/td> 126<\/td> 10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tOverland Park, KS<\/a><\/td> 122<\/td> 3.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tGrand Rapids, MI<\/a><\/td> 116<\/td> 3.65<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tBirmingham, AL<\/a><\/td> 119<\/td> 7.55<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tVancouver, WA<\/a><\/td> 136<\/td> 8.36<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tMontgomery, AL<\/a><\/td> 73<\/td> 15.66<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tHuntington Beach, CA<\/a><\/td> 214<\/td> 2.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tProvidence, RI<\/a><\/td> 151<\/td> 1.83<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tBrownsville, TX<\/a><\/td> 109<\/td> 5.06<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tTempe, AZ<\/a><\/td> 121<\/td> 4.19<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tAkron, OH<\/a><\/td> 98<\/td> 5.17<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tGlendale, CA<\/a><\/td> 314<\/td> 1.9<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tChattanooga, TN<\/a><\/td> 94<\/td> 8.05<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tFort Lauderdale, FL<\/a><\/td> 152<\/td> 3.73<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tNewport News, VA<\/a><\/td> 115<\/td> 6.32<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tMobile, AL<\/a><\/td> 104<\/td> 11.14<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tOntario, CA<\/a><\/td> 147<\/td> 2.41<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tClarksville, TN<\/a><\/td> 107<\/td> 11.53<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tAurora, IL<\/a><\/td> 111<\/td> 2.45<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tCary, NC<\/a><\/td> 109<\/td> 4.69<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tElk Grove, CA<\/a><\/td> 141<\/td> 4.79<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tEugene, OR<\/a><\/td> 132<\/td> 6.99<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\tSalem, OR<\/a><\/td> 126<\/td> 8.41<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\nStorageCafe analysis of data from Yardi Matrix. (Data as of Apr 2025 | Pub: May 2025). <\/span>\n\n<\/span>Give your basement a fresh start with a new coat of paint<\/span><\/h2>\nYou\u2019d be surprised how much a fresh coat of paint can change the whole feel of a space. Since the walls take up so much of what you see, picking the right color really sets the mood. If you want to brighten things up, lighter colors are the classic go-to. Basements usually don\u2019t have big windows to flood the room with sunlight, so a light shade helps bounce around whatever light there is, making the space feel bigger and more open.<\/p>\n
Warmer light beiges can add coziness, while pastels bring a fresh vibe. For a home theater, deeper colors like charcoal or deep green can make the space feel intimate. Just make sure your lighting is up to the task.<\/p>\n
To help you plan ahead for both your budget and your space needs, here\u2019s a quick guide to some of the most common self storage unit sizes:<\/p>\n For a more tailored experience, you can use our storage calculator<\/a> to list your items and find the perfect unit size for your needs.<\/p>\n And if you want to get an idea of what to expect price-wise, check out the rates across the country\u2019s biggest cities below.<\/p>\n You\u2019d be surprised how much a fresh coat of paint can change the whole feel of a space. Since the walls take up so much of what you see, picking the right color really sets the mood. If you want to brighten things up, lighter colors are the classic go-to. Basements usually don\u2019t have big windows to flood the room with sunlight, so a light shade helps bounce around whatever light there is, making the space feel bigger and more open.<\/p>\n Warmer light beiges can add coziness, while pastels bring a fresh vibe. For a home theater, deeper colors like charcoal or deep green can make the space feel intimate. Just make sure your lighting is up to the task.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n\n
<\/span>Self Storage Costs and Availability in the Country’s Largest 150 Cities<\/span><\/h2>\n\n
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\n\t \nCity<\/th> Avg. Self Storage Street Rate ($)<\/th> Self Storage Sq. Ft.\/Capita<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n\t New York City, NY<\/a><\/td> 206<\/td> 2.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Los Angeles, CA<\/a><\/td> 257<\/td> 2.1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Chicago, IL<\/a><\/td> 136<\/td> 3.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Houston, TX<\/a><\/td> 126<\/td> 6.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Phoenix, AZ<\/a><\/td> 124<\/td> 5.48<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Philadelphia, PA<\/a><\/td> 145<\/td> 3.36<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t San Antonio, TX<\/a><\/td> 121<\/td> 9.25<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t San Diego, CA<\/a><\/td> 180<\/td> 4.07<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Dallas, TX<\/a><\/td> 133<\/td> 5.15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Jacksonville, FL<\/a><\/td> 134<\/td> 9.74<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Austin, TX<\/a><\/td> 131<\/td> 7.84<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Fort Worth, TX<\/a><\/td> 105<\/td> 6.45<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t San Jose, CA<\/a><\/td> 188<\/td> 3.93<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Charlotte, NC<\/a><\/td> 121<\/td> 7.23<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Columbus, OH<\/a><\/td> 103<\/td> 4.44<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Indianapolis, IN<\/a><\/td> 97<\/td> 6.85<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t San Francisco, CA<\/a><\/td> 242<\/td> 2.08<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Seattle, WA<\/a><\/td> 181<\/td> 3.97<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Denver, CO<\/a><\/td> 134<\/td> 3.39<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Oklahoma City, OK<\/a><\/td> 87<\/td> 8.86<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Nashville, TN<\/a><\/td> 145<\/td> 6.57<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Washington, DC<\/a><\/td> 172<\/td> 2.18<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t El Paso, TX<\/a><\/td> 117<\/td> 6.26<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Las Vegas, NV<\/a><\/td> 130<\/td> 7.61<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Boston, MA<\/a><\/td> 222<\/td> 0.7<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Detroit, MI<\/a><\/td> 138<\/td> 0.89<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Portland, OR<\/a><\/td> 150<\/td> 4.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Louisville, KY<\/a><\/td> 108<\/td> 7.43<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Memphis, TN<\/a><\/td> 88<\/td> 8.19<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Baltimore, MD<\/a><\/td> 126<\/td> 3.79<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Milwaukee, WI<\/a><\/td> 105<\/td> 3.76<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Albuquerque, NM<\/a><\/td> 120<\/td> 7.5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Tucson, AZ<\/a><\/td> 110<\/td> 8.7<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Fresno, CA<\/a><\/td> 131<\/td> 7.04<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Sacramento, CA<\/a><\/td> 149<\/td> 4.94<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Mesa, AZ<\/a><\/td> 111<\/td> 5.97<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Atlanta, GA<\/a><\/td> 150<\/td> 4.57<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Kansas City, MO<\/a><\/td> 119<\/td> 3.62<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Colorado Springs, CO<\/a><\/td> 111<\/td> 11.16<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Omaha, NE<\/a><\/td> 94<\/td> 7.3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Raleigh, NC<\/a><\/td> 114<\/td> 7.43<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Miami, FL<\/a><\/td> 178<\/td> 3.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Virginia Beach, VA<\/a><\/td> 122<\/td> 10.62<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Long Beach, CA<\/a><\/td> 211<\/td> 2.03<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Oakland, CA<\/a><\/td> 204<\/td> 2.44<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Minneapolis, MN<\/a><\/td> 123<\/td> 2.05<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Bakersfield, CA<\/a><\/td> 101<\/td> 9.15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Tulsa, OK<\/a><\/td> 103<\/td> 8.99<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Tampa, FL<\/a><\/td> 136<\/td> 6.94<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Arlington, TX<\/a><\/td> 101<\/td> 5.86<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Wichita, KS<\/a><\/td> 109<\/td> 6.8<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Aurora, CO<\/a><\/td> 124<\/td> 4.07<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t New Orleans, LA<\/a><\/td> 134<\/td> 4.74<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Cleveland, OH<\/a><\/td> 116<\/td> 2.27<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Honolulu, HI<\/a><\/td> 297<\/td> 3.32<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Anaheim, CA<\/a><\/td> 182<\/td> 1.49<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Henderson, NV<\/a><\/td> 134<\/td> 6.64<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Orlando, FL<\/a><\/td> 127<\/td> 7.02<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Lexington, KY<\/a><\/td> 141<\/td> 8.31<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Stockton, CA<\/a><\/td> 122<\/td> 6.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Riverside, CA<\/a><\/td> 140<\/td> 5.7<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Corpus Christi, TX<\/a><\/td> 114<\/td> 11.54<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Irvine, CA<\/a><\/td> 183<\/td> 5.03<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Cincinnati, OH<\/a><\/td> 99<\/td> 4.15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Santa Ana, CA<\/a><\/td> 203<\/td> 1.58<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Newark, NJ<\/a><\/td> 133<\/td> 0.91<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t St. Paul, MN<\/a><\/td> 118<\/td> 3.29<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Pittsburgh, PA<\/a><\/td> 129<\/td> 3.57<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Greensboro, NC<\/a><\/td> 95<\/td> 11.18<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Durham, NC<\/a><\/td> 113<\/td> 9.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Lincoln, NE<\/a><\/td> 118<\/td> 6.79<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Jersey City, NJ<\/a><\/td> 186<\/td> 1.23<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Plano, TX<\/a><\/td> 118<\/td> 5.45<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Anchorage, AK<\/a><\/td> 223<\/td> 6.35<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t North Las Vegas, NV<\/a><\/td> 132<\/td> 4.67<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Saint Louis, MO<\/a><\/td> 117<\/td> 4.74<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Madison, WI<\/a><\/td> 130<\/td> 4.43<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Chandler, AZ<\/a><\/td> 119<\/td> 4.49<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Gilbert, AZ<\/a><\/td> 118<\/td> 3.92<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Reno, NV<\/a><\/td> 132<\/td> 14.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Buffalo, NY<\/a><\/td> 132<\/td> 1.54<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Chula Vista, CA<\/a><\/td> 179<\/td> 3.76<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Fort Wayne, IN<\/a><\/td> 99<\/td> 7.18<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Lubbock, TX<\/a><\/td> 108<\/td> 17.08<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Toledo, OH<\/a><\/td> 102<\/td> 4.43<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t St. Petersburg, FL<\/a><\/td> 164<\/td> 5.8<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Irving, TX<\/a><\/td> 110<\/td> 6.8<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Chesapeake, VA<\/a><\/td> 110<\/td> 6.61<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Glendale, AZ<\/a><\/td> 112<\/td> 2.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Winston Salem, NC<\/a><\/td> 104<\/td> 8.27<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Port St. Lucie, FL<\/a><\/td> 134<\/td> 6.35<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Scottsdale, AZ<\/a><\/td> 188<\/td> 8.92<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Garland, TX<\/a><\/td> 116<\/td> 4.1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Boise, ID<\/a><\/td> 117<\/td> 12.09<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Arlington, VA<\/a><\/td> 244<\/td> 1.16<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Norfolk, VA<\/a><\/td> 117<\/td> 5.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Spokane, WA<\/a><\/td> 127<\/td> 7.3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Richmond, VA<\/a><\/td> 124<\/td> 5.75<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Huntsville, AL<\/a><\/td> 97<\/td> 11.51<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Fremont, CA<\/a><\/td> 177<\/td> 3.39<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Frisco, TX<\/a><\/td> 127<\/td> 3.82<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Cape Coral, FL<\/a><\/td> 165<\/td> 7.63<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Santa Clarita, CA<\/a><\/td> 179<\/td> 4.91<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t San Bernardino, CA<\/a><\/td> 102<\/td> 3.35<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Tacoma, WA<\/a><\/td> 147<\/td> 4.84<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Hialeah, FL<\/a><\/td> 172<\/td> 2.04<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Baton Rouge, LA<\/a><\/td> 123<\/td> 11.54<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Modesto, CA<\/a><\/td> 129<\/td> 6.32<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Fontana, CA<\/a><\/td> 140<\/td> 3.43<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t McKinney, TX<\/a><\/td> 119<\/td> 8.39<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Moreno Valley, CA<\/a><\/td> 143<\/td> 4.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Des Moines, IA<\/a><\/td> 101<\/td> 4.85<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Fayetteville, NC<\/a><\/td> 108<\/td> 12.39<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Salt Lake City, UT<\/a><\/td> 137<\/td> 3.61<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Yonkers, NY<\/a><\/td> 192<\/td> 1.97<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Worcester, MA<\/a><\/td> 142<\/td> 3.29<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Rochester, NY<\/a><\/td> 139<\/td> 3.55<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Sioux Falls, SD<\/a><\/td> 111<\/td> 7.74<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Little Rock, AR<\/a><\/td> 107<\/td> 12.58<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Amarillo, TX<\/a><\/td> 84<\/td> 13.99<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Augusta, GA<\/a><\/td> 95<\/td> 9.17<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Tallahassee, FL<\/a><\/td> 136<\/td> 11.07<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Grand Prairie, TX<\/a><\/td> 111<\/td> 3.31<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Columbus, GA<\/a><\/td> 102<\/td> 11.15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Peoria, AZ<\/a><\/td> 111<\/td> 4.32<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Oxnard, CA<\/a><\/td> 172<\/td> 5.19<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Spring Valley, NV<\/a><\/td> 156<\/td> 0.65<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Knoxville, TN<\/a><\/td> 126<\/td> 10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Overland Park, KS<\/a><\/td> 122<\/td> 3.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Grand Rapids, MI<\/a><\/td> 116<\/td> 3.65<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Birmingham, AL<\/a><\/td> 119<\/td> 7.55<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Vancouver, WA<\/a><\/td> 136<\/td> 8.36<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Montgomery, AL<\/a><\/td> 73<\/td> 15.66<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Huntington Beach, CA<\/a><\/td> 214<\/td> 2.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Providence, RI<\/a><\/td> 151<\/td> 1.83<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Brownsville, TX<\/a><\/td> 109<\/td> 5.06<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Tempe, AZ<\/a><\/td> 121<\/td> 4.19<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Akron, OH<\/a><\/td> 98<\/td> 5.17<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Glendale, CA<\/a><\/td> 314<\/td> 1.9<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Chattanooga, TN<\/a><\/td> 94<\/td> 8.05<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Fort Lauderdale, FL<\/a><\/td> 152<\/td> 3.73<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Newport News, VA<\/a><\/td> 115<\/td> 6.32<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Mobile, AL<\/a><\/td> 104<\/td> 11.14<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Ontario, CA<\/a><\/td> 147<\/td> 2.41<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Clarksville, TN<\/a><\/td> 107<\/td> 11.53<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Aurora, IL<\/a><\/td> 111<\/td> 2.45<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Cary, NC<\/a><\/td> 109<\/td> 4.69<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Elk Grove, CA<\/a><\/td> 141<\/td> 4.79<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Eugene, OR<\/a><\/td> 132<\/td> 6.99<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Salem, OR<\/a><\/td> 126<\/td> 8.41<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\nStorageCafe analysis of data from Yardi Matrix. 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