Self Storage Development, Investment & Ownership
Four Decades of Self Storage Development Experience
Re-established in 2022, Storage USA is a Miami-based family office focused on the acquisition, development, and ownership of institutional-quality self-storage properties. The firm combines flexible private capital with more than four decades of self-storage expertise to pursue opportunities across the United States.
Led by Dean Jernigan, a pioneer in the self-storage industry, the firm benefits from a track record that includes approximately 250 self-storage properties developed nationwide.
Our Investment Approach
Storage USA invests exclusively in institutional-grade self-storage real estate located in high-growth markets with strong demographic fundamentals.
Our development strategy focuses on:
population growth and density
constrained land supply and zoning barriers
high visibility and accessibility
strong long-term demand drivers
By maintaining a focused investment strategy and streamlined decision-making process, we are able to evaluate opportunities quickly and execute with certainty.
Execution & Development Capabilities
Our vertically integrated approach allows us to move efficiently from site identification through development and stabilization.
Capabilities include:
Rapid Opportunity Screening - Quick evaluation of market fundamentals, zoning, and site feasibility.
In-House Due Diligence - Detailed underwriting, entitlement review, and development planning.
Direct Access to Capital - Private family office capital available to deploy quickly.
Streamlined Decision Making - Efficient internal approval process without institutional bureaucracy.
Current Portfolio
CubeSmart Self Storage - Vero Beach, FL
82,000 square feet
537 storage units, 28 covered RV & boat spaces
Opened in 2023, the facility includes climate-controlled storage, drive-up units, and covered RV & boat storage. Located in downtown Vero Beach, the facility serves residents, businesses, and seasonal visitors throughout Indian River County.
CubeSmart Self Storage - Gainesville, FL
91,000 square feet
731 climate-controlled units.
Opened in 2025, the five-story climate-controlled facility is strategically located near the University of Florida, Archer Road, and Butler Plaza.
Development Criteria
Storage USA actively evaluates self-storage development opportunities nationwide.
Preferred characteristics include:
Population growth and density
High-traffic commercial corridors
Strong visibility and access
1–3 acre sites
Markets with barriers to entry and limited new supply
Track Record
Approximately 250 self-storage facilities developed nationwide
More than 40 years of self-storage industry experience
Experience acquiring, developing, financing, and operating self-storage assets across multiple market cycles
Track record ranging from single-property developments to large institutional portfolios
"The self-storage industry is unique because it's really a real estate play, but it's also a service business. It's about providing a safe, secure, and convenient solution for people who need extra space for their belongings."
– Dean Jernigan