[8-K] SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. Reports Material Event

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. reported operational metrics for its same store facilities as of October 31, 2025, compared with October 31, 2024. Physical occupancy was slightly higher at 92.5% versus 92.3% a year earlier, indicating essentially stable utilization of its storage portfolio.

Pricing trends were softer. Monthly web rates were $0.94 compared with $1.09 a year earlier, and monthly move-in rates were $0.85 versus $1.04, showing lower advertised and new customer pricing. Monthly in-place rates, which reflect what existing customers pay, were unchanged at $1.64 for both periods.

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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 17, 2025

SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc.

(Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

Maryland			001-42584	46-1722812
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)			(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer Identification No.)
10 Terrace Road
Ladera Ranch, California				92694
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)				(Zip Code)

Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code: (866) 418-5144

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class		Trading Symbol(s)		Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $0.001 par value		SMA		New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§ 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§ 240.12b-2 of this chapter).

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If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure.

On November 17, 2025, SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (the “Company”) provided the following metrics for the Company’s same store facilities (stabilized and comparable properties that have been included in the consolidated results of operations since January 1, 2024, excluding four other properties):

•Physical occupancy as of October 31, 2025 and October 31, 2024 was 92.5% and 92.3%, respectively.

•Monthly web rates as of October 31, 2025 and October 31, 2024 were $0.94 and $1.09, respectively.

•Monthly move-in rates as of October 31, 2025 and October 31, 2024 were $0.85 and $1.04, respectively.

•Monthly in-place rates as of October 31, 2025 and October 31, 2024 were $1.64 and $1.64, respectively.

Pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission, the information in this Item 7.01 disclosure is deemed to have been furnished and shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section. Such information shall not be incorporated by reference into any filing of the Company, whether made before or after the date hereof, regardless of any general incorporation language in such filing.

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

			SMARTSTOP SELF STORAGE REIT, INC.
Date:	November 17, 2025	By:	/s/ James R. Barry
			James R. Barry Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer

FAQ

What occupancy did SmartStop Self Storage REIT (SMA) report for October 31, 2025?

SmartStop Self Storage REIT reported same store physical occupancy of 92.5% as of October 31, 2025, compared with 92.3% as of October 31, 2024.

How did SmartStop Self Storage REIT's monthly web rates change year over year?

Monthly web rates for SmartStop's same store facilities were $0.94 as of October 31, 2025, down from $1.09 as of October 31, 2024.

What monthly move-in rates did SmartStop Self Storage REIT (SMA) disclose?

The company reported monthly move-in rates of $0.85 as of October 31, 2025, compared with $1.04 as of October 31, 2024, for its same store facilities.

Were SmartStop Self Storage REIT's in-place rental rates stable year over year?

Yes. Monthly in-place rates for the same store facilities were $1.64 as of October 31, 2025, unchanged from $1.64 as of October 31, 2024.

What properties are included in SmartStop Self Storage REIT's same store metrics?

The metrics cover stabilized and comparable properties that have been in the consolidated results since January 1, 2024, excluding four other properties.

Is the SmartStop Self Storage REIT (SMA) information considered filed with the SEC?

No. The company stated that this information is furnished under Regulation FD and is not deemed to be filed for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act.