Build Up, Not Out — Multi-Story Storage Facilities
When land is limited but demand is high, a multi-story self storage building is a smart choice. Perfect for urban areas with high property values and dense populations, multi-story steel buildings allow you to increase rentable units without expanding your footprint.
Forge Building Company specializes in multi-story steel construction that helps facility owners increase rentable units without requiring additional land. These facilities are ideally suited for climate-controlled units, which protect customers’ belongings from temperature fluctuations, humidity, and extreme weather. Offering climate control not only enhances tenant satisfaction but also allows for premium rental rates.
Increase revenue with climate-controlled, premium units
Enhance security and attract urban tenants
Designed for long-term durability and return on investment
Forge is the name to trust for multi-story self storage construction. Contact us today for a consultation or free estimate.
Multi-story self storage - featured projects
StorTropolis Self Storage
Location: Olathe, Kansas Square Feet: 147,560 Number of Units: 786 Year Built: 2024
Lenexa Smart Storage
Location: Lenexa, Kansas Square Feet: 118,560 Number of Units: 695 Year Built: 2024
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Las Palmas self storage
Location: Henderson, Nevada Square Feet: 118,900 Number of Units: 703 Year Built: 2023
Red Rocks self storage
Location: Colorado Springs, CO Square Feet: 93,516 Number of Units: 677 Year Built: 2023
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UHAUL Storage
Location: Meridian, Idaho Square Feet: 117,114 Number of Units: 1,080 Year Built: 2023
Uhaul Moving & storage
Location: Rexburg, Idaho Square Feet: 100,860 Number of Units: 933 Year Built: 2023
Security Public Storage
Location: Aloha, Oregon Square Feet: 134,393 Number of Units: 925 Year Built: 2023
Maritime Storage
Location: Gig Harbor, Washington Square Feet: 78,386 Number of Units: 507 Year Built: 2023
UHAUL moving & Storage
Location: Lancaster, Ohio Year Built: 2023
Public Storage
Location: Arizona Square Feet: 138,825 Number of Units: 1,304 Year Built: 2023
Fairgrounds Self Storage
Location: Vallejo, California Square Feet: 104,004 Number of Units: 923 Year Built: 2023
Bi-Level Self Storage: A Smart Middle-Ground Solution
Bi-level self storage facilities offer a unique balance between single-story and multi-story designs, making them an ideal choice for properties with moderate space limitations or sloped terrain. Unlike multi-story facilities that require full vertical construction with elevators, bi-level designs typically include two offset levels connected by exterior driveways or ramps, allowing for direct drive-up access on both levels. This approach provides more rentable square footage than a single-story building while avoiding the higher construction costs and complexity of full multi-story structures.
Bi-Level Advantages
Site optimization. Properties with uneven terrain or hillsides can often accommodate a bi-level design without extensive grading or expensive site work. By taking advantage of the natural slope, owners can effectively double their rentable space and improve the property’s return on investment. This design also offers the convenience of drive-up units on each level, which appeals to customers seeking easy loading and unloading access.
Incorporation of climate-controlled units. Both levels can be designed with climate control to protect sensitive items from extreme temperatures and humidity. They can also offer traditional or premium drive-up units. This combination allows facility owners to cater to multiple market segments, from budget-conscious renters to those willing to pay more for added protection and peace of mind.
Bi-level self storage strikes an ideal balance of cost-efficiency, tenant convenience, and revenue potential. By utilizing the site’s natural contours and offering a mix of unit types, including climate-controlled spaces, owners can maximize rentable square footage and increase their facility’s long-term profitability. For many developers, it’s the perfect solution when single-story construction isn’t enough and full multi-story construction isn’t necessary.
Forge is the name to trust for self storage construction. Contact us today for a consultation or free estimate.