American Spectrum Realty a real estate investment and management company, headquartered in Houston, Texas, announced today the purchase of two self-storage properties in Tampa and Ocala, Florida The two property portfolio consists of over 100,000 SF with a combined total of 776 storage units. These storage facilities offer a wide range of amenities such as climate controlled units, wine storage, drive-up units, truck rentals, 24-hour access, on-site leasing, RV, car, and boat storage to provide the complete storage experience. American Spectrum has been operating the properties under the 1st American Storage ® brand, a registered trademark of American Spectrum Realty, Inc. William J. Carden, President and CEO, stated, “We have experienced strong growth in our storage division and we are excited to add these two facilities to our owned real estate portfolio. 1st American Storage ® has a track record of success and continues to expand its self-storage portfolio through both acquisitions and third-party assignments.” American Spectrum’s national self-storage division, 1st American Storage ®, currently consists of over 10,000 units in excess of 1.6 million square feet in multiple states. 1st American Storage ® is a brand that represents value, integrity, and customer service within the industry. For more information on these two Florida facilities or on our national self-storage division, visit www.1stAmericanStorage.com. About American Spectrum Realty, Inc American Spectrum Realty, Inc. is a real estate investment company that owns, through its operating partnership, office, industrial, self-storage, retail properties, and multi-family properties throughout the United States. The company has been publicly traded since 2001. American Spectrum Management Group, Inc. (“ASMG”) is a subsidiary of the Company that manages and leases all properties owned by American Spectrum Realty, Inc. as well as third-party clients. (via benzinga.com)  ]]>