Welcome to our dedicated page for SmartStop Self Storage REIT news (Ticker: SMA), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on SmartStop Self Storage REIT stock.
SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (NYSE: SMA) is an internally managed real estate investment trust that owns, acquires and operates self-storage properties in the United States and Canada. News about SmartStop often highlights its role as a premier owner and operator of self-storage facilities, as well as developments across its owned and managed portfolio of more than 460 operating properties and approximately 270,000 units.
Investors following SMA news can expect updates on property acquisitions, land purchases for new developments, and expansion in key metropolitan areas. Recent releases describe SmartStop’s strategic land acquisition in Toronto, Ontario, for a planned Class A self-storage facility, as well as the acquisition of a self-storage facility in Winter Garden, Florida, which adds to its presence in the Orlando metropolitan area. These items illustrate how the company deploys capital into markets with strong demographic and demand fundamentals.
SmartStop-related news also covers the activities of affiliated self-storage programs sponsored through SmartStop REIT Advisors, LLC, such as Strategic Storage Growth Trust III, Inc., Strategic Storage Trust VI, Inc., and Strategic Storage Trust X. Announcements from these entities include portfolio acquisitions, Delaware Statutory Trust offerings backed by self-storage properties, and financial performance updates, providing additional context on the broader SmartStop platform.
Corporate and capital markets developments are another recurring theme. Press releases and Form 8-K filings address dividend declarations, operating metrics for same-store facilities, investor presentations, and speaking engagements by company leadership at industry conferences. For readers tracking SMA, this news stream offers insight into SmartStop’s growth strategy, geographic footprint, and operational performance across its self-storage portfolio in North America.
SmartStop (NYSE: SMA) was named a top climate-controlled storage provider in Newsweek’s 2026 Readers’ Choice rankings on March 13, 2026. The company was the highest-ranked publicly traded self-storage provider, highlighting brand strength, customer satisfaction, and its national portfolio of climate-controlled facilities across the U.S. and Canada.
This recognition reflects consumer voting and is presented as independent validation of SmartStop’s facility standards, operational consistency, and focus on protecting customers’ belongings from extreme temperatures and humidity.
SmartStop Self Storage (NYSE: SMA) opened a new Class A self-storage facility in Toronto, Ontario, marking its 50th location in Canada. The five-story property at 1983 Kipling Avenue offers roughly 90,300 net rentable square feet of climate-controlled storage with elevators, advanced security, and highway 401 access.
Situated along a corridor serving an estimated 600,000-resident trade area, the facility reinforces SmartStop's stated position as the largest self-storage operator in the Greater Toronto Area and expands its institutional-quality footprint in key urban markets.
SmartStop Self Storage REIT (NYSE: SMA) acquired a 1.75-acre parcel at 8403 127 Ave NW in Edmonton, Alberta, to develop a Class A, four-story self-storage facility with ~99,650 net rentable sq ft and 100% climate-controlled units.
Construction is scheduled to begin in Q2 2027 with a planned soft opening in Q3 2028. The site is the company’s sixth Edmonton location and targets a three-mile area with ~193,000 residents and projected 8.6% growth over five years, in partnership with SmartCentres (TSX: SRU.UN).
Strategic Storage Trust VI (NYSE: SMA) opened a new Class A self-storage facility at 1983 Kipling Ave., Toronto. The five-story, climate-controlled property offers approximately 90,300 net rentable sq ft, modern design, enhanced security, multiple elevators, and large indoor loading bays.
Positioned near Highway 401 with ~400,000 vehicles/day and a trade area of ~600,000 residents, the facility targets residential and commercial customers across Greater Toronto communities.
SmartStop Self Storage REIT (NYSE:SMA) reported Q4 2025 and full-year results on February 25, 2026 highlighting transformational 2025 activity.
Key points: FFO, as adjusted reached approximately $32.5M for Q4 and $95.5M for 2025; ~ $335M of on-balance sheet acquisitions; a new $500M senior unsecured credit facility with a $1.1B accordion; and the acquisition of Argus Professional Storage Management.
SmartStop Self Storage REIT (NYSE: SMA) appointed Wayne Johnson, currently Chief Investment Officer, to its Board of Directors effective February 20, 2026.
Mr. Johnson has served as CIO since 2015, was President from 2019 until his board appointment, and has led acquisitions and growth since the company’s 2013 formation.
SmartStop (NYSE: SMA) completed an amended and restated senior unsecured credit facility with an initial amount of $500 million and an accordion to request up to an additional $1.1 billion.
The four-year facility (with a 12-month extension option) lowers pricing by roughly 30 basis points, allows borrowing in U.S. or Canadian dollars, and was led by a syndicate including KeyBank, Bank of Montreal and JPMorgan.
SmartStop Self Storage REIT (NYSE: SMA) will release fourth-quarter financial results for the period ended December 31, 2025, after market close on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
Management will host a conference call and live webcast on Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. ET to review operating performance, discuss recent events, and hold a registered-analyst Q&A. Webcast and replay will be available at investors.smartstopselfstorage.com.
SmartStop Self Storage REIT (NYSE: SMA) announced that Founder, Chairman, and CEO H. Michael Schwartz will speak at the eighth annual KeyBanc Self Storage Investor Forum on January 8, 2026.
The forum is at the Westin New York Grand Central in New York City and Mr. Schwartz will take part in a fireside chat titled “The IPO: What It Means to Be Public, Why Now, and What’s Next?”. The session is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time for registered attendees.
SmartStop Self Storage REIT (NYSE:SMA) acquired a 1.78-acre land parcel at 1125 Finch Ave, Toronto to develop a Class A self-storage facility in partnership with SmartCentres (TSX: SRU.UN). The planned four-story facility will total ~100,000 net rentable square feet with ~1,100 climate-controlled units, located ~9 miles north of downtown and ~1 mile from York University.
Management cited a densely populated, supply-constrained trade area (≈1 million residents within 5 miles) and plans to start construction in Q4 2026 with a soft opening in Q4 2027.