Groundbreaking Development:  1-800-Self-Storage, Southfield, MI

Fifteen minutes outside the city of Detroit lies Southfield, Mich., a suburb and “edge city” known for its cluster of interconnected skyscrapers. It’s a fitting tribute to these industrious communities that the new 1-800-Self-Storage at 29200 Southfield Road, which opened in June 2024, should feature a striking recreation of the iconic 1932 "Lunch Atop a Skyscraper" photo, a symbol of the grit and resilience of hardworking individuals. The facility even features an engraving of the photo and it's story on the building itself.

Beneath this steel and terra cotta sculpture, the exterior of the three-story, 124,628-square-foot facility, conceived and constructed by RAND Engineering, is decidedly more modern. It’s been designed with balanced earth-tone colors and textures for an approachable aesthetic and has a complete drive-thru bay and 24/7 camera surveillance.

Inside, tenants are greeted with a range of amenities, including 503 climate-controlled units, a conference room, and a complementary move-in truck.  

To solidify its place as a cornerstone of the community, 1-800-Self-Storage, which has been a Michigan staple for more than 20 years, has partnered with The Pope Francis Center of Detroit as a dedicated drop-off location for donations to support those in need.