When a resident of west-central Illinois wanted to open a business in the recession-resistant self-storage industry, he purchased this pre-engineered steel mini storage building from Mini Storage Outlet to house the facility, having the components delivered to Pontoon Beach, Illinois, in the summer of 2025.
Inside, the building has 34 spacious storage units for rent that are perfect for housing home goods, business assets, seasonal items, sports equipment and other belongings consumers don’t need to access year-round. Strong and sturdy, the building’s premium-quality steel construction ensures reliable protection from the Midwestern elements, while 4” of insulation with heavy-duty WMP-VRR facing line the roof and walls, creating a comfortable, temperature-controlled interior.
Hardy steel partitions function as barriers between storage units, creating separate, designated spaces for each renter, and each unit has its own point of access, allowing for easy storage and retrieval of items at virtually any time of the day or night. Gutters and downspouts are additional customizations, helping protect stored items from moisture by diverting rain or snow away from the building, preventing leaks.
With the majority of U.S. self-storage facilities maintaining occupancy rates above 90%, this metal mini storage building helps the owner generate a regular stream of rental income from tenants who rely on the building to keep their valuables safe and intact.
Mini Storage Building Specs & Measurements
Mini Storage Outlet included Illinois-engineer-stamped building drawings along with the building components for this self-storage facility, streamlining the process of assembling the 50’x204’x9.5’ structure. A corrosion-resistant Galvalume steel roof with a slight 1:12 pitch provides protection overhead, while Light Stone exterior walls and a combination of Light Stone and Gallery Blue architectural trim add visual interest and curb appeal to the business.
Inside, it features the following storage units for rent:
- (34) 12’x25’ storage units, each with a 10’x8’ private door
The business owner also verified local building code requirements before finalizing the design for this mini storage building, with the structure featuring a 115-mph wind load and a 25.2-psf roof snow load.
Designed to protect renter goods from rain, snow, extreme temperatures, pests, fire and potential theft, this rugged, long-lasting mini storage building accommodates the storage needs of area residents while functioning as a reliable source of income for its owner.
Part of the St. Louis metropolitan area, Pontoon Beach sits about 15 miles northeast of St. Louis and borders the communities of Granite City, Mitchell, Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, Collinsville, Fairmont City and Madison.
For more on mini storage buildings or to obtain a quick price quote, call 1-800-486-8415.
