Calculators

Thinking about building or converting a self-storage facility? Our free business calculators are designed to help you evaluate project feasibility, estimate demand, and make smarter investment decisions. Whether you’re starting from scratch, analyzing a conversion, or diving into more advanced financial planning, these tools provide real-time projections tailored to your site. On average, the cost to build a new self-storage facility ranges from $45-$55 per square foot for single-story drive-up units and $65-$75 per square foot for climate-controlled buildings – excluding land. Use our Basic Investment, Demand, Advanced Investment, and Conversion Investment calculators to assess costs, revenues, and break-even timelines before committing to design or construction.