Makris Self-Storage Group

Since purchasing his first facility in March, 2017. Andreas’ passion for the self storage industry flourished and naturally transitioned into self storage.

[Makris Self-Storage Group @Andreastmakris]

On this special day, we celebrate the enduring spirit of independence and opportunity that defines our nation. As we gather with loved ones to honor the principles of freedom and unity, we reflect on the values that move us forward.

Wishing you a safe, joyful, and memorable Fourth of July!

[Makris Self-Storage Group @Andreastmakris]

JUST LISTED: Belleview Storage & RV - Land & Development Opportunity | Belleview, FL

I am pleased to present Belleview Storage & RV, an 11-acre self-storage, RV, and boat storage development opportunity in Belleview, Florida, selling for $2,700,000.

• Fully permitted and shovel-ready project anticipated by July 31, 2026
• Planned for 96,770 NRSF, including 703 storage units and 97 covered RV/boat parking spaces
• Strong demand positioning with no planned or under-construction self-storage facilities within a five-mile radius
• Strategic highway location with signalized access, excellent visibility, and a five-mile population projected to grow 6.3% by 2030

View more details on this property: https://t.co/zUrptFzQzx

Please reach out for additional information: [phone] or [email protected]

Marcus & Millichap Mid-Atlantic
#MarcusMillichap #CommercialRealEstate #FloridaCRE #JustListed #SelfStorage #DevelopmentOpportunity

BOR: Ryan Nee, Florida

[Makris Self-Storage Group @Andreastmakris]

One thing I’ve realized over the years:

Not all success is worth pursuing.

If the price is your integrity, your peace of mind, your family, your health, or your relationship with God… you may be winning externally while losing internally.

That’s not success.

That’s a transaction many people don’t fully understand until the achievements arrive… and the silence gets louder than the applause.

[Makris Self-Storage Group @Andreastmakris]

Memorial Day is a time to reflect on the immeasurable gift of freedom and the selfless heroes who made it possible. We hold their memory close today and always.

[Makris Self-Storage Group @Andreastmakris]

Self-storage owners…

If you rarely raise rates, let everyone know. A simple family-owned, no rate hikes, one-year price lock message on your homepage can build trust and set you apart, small change, big impact.

#selfstorage #familyowned #selfstorageinvesting #MakrisSelfStorageGroup

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In brokerage, it starts with making the calls and touchpoints.

But not all calls are equal. You can make 200 calls and gain nothing, or make 75 calls and have 25 meaningful conversations.

Ultimately, it’s those conversations that matter. The right relationships aren’t just remembered, they’re what close deals and land the right listings.

#SelfStorageBrokerage #CommercialRealEstate #RelationshipsMatter #MarcusMillichap
#MakrisSelfStorageGroup

[Makris Self-Storage Group @Andreastmakris]

One of the biggest mistakes I still see in self-storage today?

Owners viewing the rental process from their perspective… instead of the customer’s.

Every extra click, unanswered phone call, login requirement, or long form creates friction and friction kills conversions.

A customer looking for storage wants speed, simplicity, and convenience.
If the process feels difficult, they move on to the next facility.

A few things owners should constantly evaluate:
• How many steps does it take to rent online?
• Is pricing easy to find?
• Does someone answer the phone quickly?
• How much information is being required upfront?
• Are customers abandoning the process before completion?

Especially for facilities struggling with occupancy, reducing friction can have a major impact on conversion rates.

Sometimes increasing occupancy isn’t about lowering rates…

It’s about making it easier to do business with you.

#SelfStorage #SelfStorageInvesting #CustomerExperience #MarcusMillichap #MakrisSelfStorageGroup

[Makris Self-Storage Group @Andreastmakris]

One of the costliest mistakes in self-storage development is choosing the wrong unit mix.

The problem?
Most owners don’t realize it until 12–24 months later.

Too many large units.
Not enough climate control.
Wrong drive-up/interior ratio.
No parking.
Not enough small units.

By the time occupancy slows or rents underperform… the facility is already built.

Unit mix directly impacts:
• Lease-up speed
• Revenue per SF
• Customer demand
• Long-term value

A facility can look great and still underperform if the demand profile was misunderstood.

In self-storage, design mistakes become operational problems.

#SelfStorage #CommercialRealEstate #SelfStorageDevelopment #StorageBroker #MarcusMillichap #InvestmentRealEstate

[Makris Self-Storage Group @Andreastmakris]

Looking forward to attending the 2026 Northeast Storage EXPO at Foxwoods today and tomorrow!

Excited to connect with owners, operators, vendors, and everyone else in the self-storage industry. Conferences like this are always a great reminder of how much this industry continues to evolve from operations and technology to revenue management and customer experience.

If you’re attending, let’s connect. Always enjoy meeting new people in the industry and catching up with familiar faces. Hope to see you there!

#SelfStorage #NESSA #NortheastStorageExpo #SelfStorageIndustry #MarcusMillichap #CommercialRealEstate #Networking #SelfStorageBroker #StorageOwners #FoxwoodsCasino

[Makris Self-Storage Group @Andreastmakris]

Your facility’s value tomorrow depends on the CapEx you tackle today.

Alligator cracking in asphalt, malfunctioning doors, these compound if ignored.

Proactive improvements aren’t just maintenance, they protect your exit.

Don’t leave a backlog that stalls your sale when timing matters.

#selfstorage #cre #capex #makrisselfstoragegroup

[Makris Self-Storage Group @Andreastmakris]

Reminder for Self-Storage Owners:

One small detail that still gets overlooked far too often…

If your facility offers Boat & RV storage, make sure it’s clearly stated everywhere online…especially in your Google Business Profile name and website headers.

Instead of just:
“ABC Self-Storage”

Consider:
“ABC Self-Storage & Boat/RV Storage”

Why does it matter?

Because customers are searching specifically for:
• RV storage
• Boat parking
• Outdoor vehicle storage
• Covered RV parking

If Google doesn’t immediately understand what you offer, you may be missing traffic, calls, and rentals without even realizing it.

Some of the highest-performing facilities I’ve seen make it extremely easy for customers to know exactly what they specialize in.

Don’t hide one of your biggest revenue drivers. Market it clearly.

#SelfStorage #RVStorage #BoatStorage #StorageInvesting #MakrisSelfStorageGroup

[Makris Self-Storage Group @Andreastmakris]

Looking forward to attending the Northeast Storage Expo next week! If your going, lets schedule sometime to connect.

#Northeaststorageexpo #selfstorage #MakrisSelfStorageGroup #Foxwoods

[Makris Self-Storage Group @Andreastmakris]

NEW JERSEY — SELF-STORAGE SNAPSHOT (MAY 2026)

Across New Jersey, demand is still strong, but competition is tightening.

What I’m seeing:

* Occupancy: 88%–94% (slightly off peak)

* Rents: $1.60 – $2.75/SF (top-tier markets holding best)

* Cap Rates: 6.0% – 6.75%

* Supply: Ongoing development in dense corridors

- The Real Issue -

Revenue management is separating deals. Older facilities without dynamic pricing are getting exposed.

- Bottom Line -

High barriers = strong long-term value… but only for optimized assets.

#SelfStorage #NewJerseyCRE #StorageInvesting #CRE #MakrisSelfStorageGroup

[Makris Self-Storage Group @Andreastmakris]

JUST LISTED: Safe Harbor Self-Storage Portfolio | Lincoln, ME

I'm excited to bring Safe Harbor Self-Storage Portfolio market in Lincoln, ME. This two-property self-storage asset is selling for $2,750,000.

• 88% occupancy across 170 drive-up units totaling 29,900 net rentable square feet (NRSF)
• Two locations within a 10-minute drive for efficient management
• Value-add opportunity through lease-up and operational improvements
• Stable Lincoln market with strong senior demographics and regional connectivity

View more details on this property: https://t.co/MKsJzZf8fE

Please reach out for additional information: [phone]​ or [email protected]

Marcus & Millichap Mid-Atlantic
#MarcusMillichap #CommercialRealEstate #MaineCRE #JustListed #SelfStorage #LincolnME #InvestmentOpportunity

BOR: Thomas Shihadeh, Maine, [phone], Lic #: DB927980

[Makris Self-Storage Group @Andreastmakris]

Here’s a reminder about off-market deals. I presented a full asking price offer $2.2 million from a trusted buyer. The seller was happy. Four days later, I was ghosted.

When the seller resurfaced, he decided to sell to his son for $1.6 million.

It’s a reminder that off-market deals tend to have sellers who aren’t fully committed. Even when things look aligned, circumstances shift. So diligence, patience, and backup plans are key in this unpredictable landscape.

#selfstorage #offmarket #makrisselfstoragegroup #cre

[Makris Self-Storage Group @Andreastmakris]

There’s a shift happening in self-storage right now and a lot of owners are feeling it.

Over the past few months, I’ve spoken with operators who were sitting in the mid-to-high 90% occupancy range… now drifting into the low-to-mid 80s.

And the reaction is usually the same: “What changed?”

The reality? The customer did.

Here’s the common thread I keep seeing:
• Websites that feel outdated—or don’t exist
• No ability to rent online
• Pricing hidden or unclear
• Missed calls and slow follow-up
• Weak online reputation (sub-4 star reviews)
• And the biggest issue…resistance to adapt

You can’t deliver a 2015 experience and expect 2026 performance.

The operators gaining ground right now aren’t necessarily bigger..they’re just better:

• Seamless online rentals
• Transparent, real-time pricing
• Fast, consistent communication
• Strong review presence
• Clean, professional digital storefront

This isn’t about the market softening, it’s about expectations rising.

Tenants today expect convenience. If they don’t get it from you, they’ll get it from the facility down the street.

And make no mistake, competition is getting sharper.
More supply, better operators, and more informed customers.

If occupancy is slipping, it’s worth asking:

Is it the market… or is it the experience?

#SelfStorage #CommercialRealEstate #StorageOperations #CustomerExperience #MakrisSelfStorageGroup #MarcusMillichap

[Makris Self-Storage Group @Andreastmakris]

Time and time again, I hear mom-and-pop owners take pride in rarely raising rates. I recently met an owner who raised rates once in 20 years.

While loyalty is key, remember..costs rise annually. Before selling, aligning rates closer to market ensures you protect the value of your asset.

#SelfStorage #CRE #Asset #MakrisSelfStorageGroup #MarcusMillichap

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It never fails to amaze me…some folks write offers like it’s Monopoly, except there’s no free bank. If you don’t have a penny to your name, don’t write offers. Period. #SelfStorage #CRE #DealMaking #CommercialRealEstate #SeriousBuyersOnly

[Makris Self-Storage Group @Andreastmakris]

After reading The One Thing, it reinforced something I see every day in this business:

We overcomplicate success.

It’s easy to get caught up in:
• Perfecting social media posts
• Building marketing packages
• Tweaking email campaigns
• Creating presentations
• Learning the next AI tool

All important, but none of them close deals on their own.

For me, the “one thing” is simple:
➡️ Making the calls
➡️ Meeting people face-to-face

That’s where relationships are built.
That’s where trust is earned.
That’s where business actually gets done.

Everything else should support that, not replace it.

What’s your “one thing”?

#SelfStorage #CommercialRealEstate #Brokerage #Sales #TheOneThing #CRE #BusinessFocus #MakrisSelfStorageGroup

[Makris Self-Storage Group @Andreastmakris]

After having a conversation yesterday with a seller who wanted to list $1.5 million over my valuation, I asked them to walk me through their assumptions.

As we dissected comps, PSF, and cap rates, the gap became clear. By the end, they aligned with the real market value.

Honest, data-backed conversations bridge hope and reality. There’s no need to oversell, just position the asset for success.

#SelfStorageValuation #CREInsights #DataDrivenDeals #HonestConversations #MakrisSelfStorageGroup