The Kidder Mathews Self-Storage group brings deep commercial real estate expertise and market knowledge to assist in the acquisition and disposition of self-storage facilities. We represent a diverse clientele, from large institutional investors to private buyers and sellers, in this stable yet high-demand asset class.
Our self-storage specialists are highly attuned to the latest industry developments and possess a dynamic understanding of self-storage fundamentals. Utilizing our market expertise, comprehensive national database, and extensive network within the self-storage industry, our professionals have a proven ability to anticipate market trends, identify opportunities, and drive client success.
Self-Storage Services and Expertise Include
Broker opinion of values
Single-asset dispositions
Portfolio dispositions
Buyer and seller representation
Tailored sales process
National market knowledge
Market-specific analysis
Capital Type Access & Representation
- Institutional & middle market
- Private equity groups & private capital
- Pension funds & REITs
- Family offices
- Storage developers
- Exchange buyers
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Pacific Northwest
Brian Hatcher, Regional President, Brokerage
206.296.9600 / brian.hatcher@kidder.com
Northern California & Nevada
David C. Nelson, Regional President, Brokerage
415.229.8890 / david.nelson@kidder.com
Southern California & Arizona
Darren Tappen, Regional President, Brokerage
949.557.5000 / darren.tappen@kidder.com
Greater Los Angeles
Darren Tappen, Regional President, Brokerage
213.421.1400 / darren.tappen@kidder.com