Making Room For You Since 1973

A Look Inside Family Owned and Operated Metro Self Storage


September 14, 2015 | Family Life

Metro Self Storage got its start when Karl Nagel pioneered self storage in Illinois back in 1973. Fast forward 48 years later and Karl’s two sons are continuing the family tradition to develop convenient, reliable, and secure storage facilities throughout the country. The family and its employees have worked diligently to build the company, which is now one of the top 10 largest owners/operators of storage facilities in the United States.

With over 100 stores covering 12 states, Metro Self Storage plans to continue growing. “In addition to the acquisition of established storage stores and ground up development of new facilities, the conversion of buildings into self storage facilities is a key part of Metro’s growth strategy.” said Metro Storage LLC Chairman Matt Nagel.

Every facility has qualified friendly storage experts who receive training and education to make the Metro team of employees amongst the most knowledgeable and friendly in the industry. Each storage facility has its own set of unique features and amenities, here is an example of what you will find:

Convenient household storage solutions with great amenities

Whether you plan to move, downsize, or tackle that long-awaited decluttering project, Metro Self Storage is here to help. Our self storage options can help get you back on the path of to a more organized life. With We strive to make your self storage experience fast, friendly, and affordable. Think of our knowledgeable storage team as your personal household storage consultants.

  • Access 365 days
  • Extended access hours
  • Moving truck rental services
  • Online payment options
  • Covered loading and unloading

Our online storage deals make your storage solution more affordable

For many, our first storage rental experience happens during college—when it is easy to share the cost of a storage unit. Every summer, students pack up their households and team up to rent public storage.

If you need to store an entire household of goods or your athletic gear near your home or office, our storage facilities are flexible, secure, and accessible places you can trust.

To find the best storage deals near you, head over to our handy locations search feature to see if that facility is running an Internet promotion. From free 7-day storage holds to offer Hurricane Harvey 2-months of free storage, we do our best to do our best in the communities we serve.

  • Competitive storage rates
  • Referral discounts
  • Specials available on most storage units

Metro Self Storage takes security seriously and all Metro locations feature 24-hour video surveillance

All Metro Self Storage locations feature 24-hour video surveillance. Our newly constructed facilities are located throughout the regions we serve with many offering drive-through storage options for inclement weather. We regularly add brand new state-of-the-art facilities to our self-storage portfolio.

Our industry-leading security gives customers confidence. Our standard security features include 24-hour recorded video surveillance, ample lighting, fenced perimeters, coded keypad gate access, and property managers who live on-site and patrol facilities regularly.

  • Keypad gated entry
  • Fenced perimeters
  • 24-hour CCTV cameras and monitoring
  • Door alarms
  • Tenant insurance available

Flexible storage solutions and professionally trained Property Managers make storage easier

Our professionally trained storage pros are amongst the best in the business. They will help you choose the right-sized storage unit for your belongings so you don’t pay more than you have to.

Many of Metro locations offer boat and RV parking near the nation’s most popular outdoor destinations. And, all of our brand new and modernized facilities offer climate-controlled storage units in a wide range of sizes.

  • Variety of sizes
  • Climate control
  • Household/Business Storage
  • Boat & RV parking

Our business storage units come in a wide range of sizes and some facilities feature warehouse space

If your business needs room to grow, we can help. Relocating disrupts work flows and for many types of businesses, expensive commercial leases are not appealing.

Metro Self Storage offers business storage solutions and services like package acceptance and free Internet that are all designed to meet your company’s needs.

We understand that transition of any kind can be stressful

When you need household storage, you want to choose a storage facility like Metro Self Storage. Why? Metro prides itself on offering industry-leading security features, a professionally trained storage team, and well-maintained facilities that routinely hire professional pest control services.

Our mini storage locations are designed to offer easy access to your items whenever you need, and our stellar service is backed by our Customer Satisfaction Pledge.

Don’t worry about where to put your belongings, Here at Metro Self Storage our friendly storage team will help you find a solution for your personal and business storage needs.

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