
Seattle has continued to draw steady self-storage investor interest, placing the market among the higher-priced urban hubs where limited space continues to shape demand.
According to a recent StorageCafe report, investment activity remained steady, and the area saw four transactions totaling roughly 183,000 square feet and pushing total sales to $45 million. The region ranks sixth in the nation, with self-storage assets in Seattle averaging $248 per square foot in 2025.
“Seattle is a market where everyday living conditions directly translate into demand for storage,” said Emilia Man, Senior Consumer Trends & Market Analyst at StorageCafe. “Smaller apartments, combined with population growth and limited development opportunities, are keeping existing facilities competitive and supporting long-term value.”
The data aligns with broader national trends, where self-storage transaction value climbed significantly in 2025 even as deal volume remained relatively steady, pointing to continued investor focus on high-demand, supply-constrained markets.
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