Case Study: Keylock Storage achieves rapid lease-up and premium occupancy with Janus International's smart self-storage conversion

How Keylock Storage’s Reno Conversion Hit the Lease Up Jackpot

Keylock Storage, a self-storage operator, sought to create a modern, high-tech facility in Reno, Nevada, by converting a former K-mart into a premier storage destination. Their challenge was to meet the unmet needs of the local market by providing a superior customer experience, including climate-controlled units, indoor RV storage, and a completely automated, keyless entry process. They partnered with vendor Janus International to use its Noké® Smart Entry System and manage the full, turnkey conversion of the large retail space.

Janus International provided an A-Z solution, handling everything from designing the unit mix and installing high-speed roll-up doors to implementing the complete Noké® smart entry and security system. This technology allowed tenants to rent, access, and manage their units entirely from their smartphones. As a result, Keylock Storage achieved a remarkable 55% occupancy rate within just six months of opening its 890-unit facility, demonstrating the success of its premium, customer-centric model.

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AJ Osborne

Founder and President