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Single-Story
Self-Storage Buildings

Looking to expand your self-storage portfolio or break ground on a new facility? MakoRabco is one of the country's leading single-story self-storage building manufacturers and installers. Our single-story buildings are engineered for durability, designed for operational efficiency, and built to maximize the return on your investment — whether you're developing a new site from scratch or expanding an existing one.

Styles to Suit Any Aesthetic

Unlike many of our competitors, MakoRabco has the ability to provide the aesthetic that is important to our clients. There are three dominant styles of construction for Single Story Self Storage Structures:

single story mini storage units
Standard Metal Construction with a Continuous Header
exterior access single story self-storage rows
Standard Interior Steel Framing with CMU Piers and Matching Door Filler Panels
single story self-storage with CMU walls
Bolt-Together Structural Pier & Header System

 Why Single-Story Self-Storage Is a Smart Investment 

Single-story self-storage facilities remain one of the most reliable real estate investments in the country. They're lower cost to build than multi-story alternatives, faster to construct, and easier to manage operationally. With exterior drive-up access, renters appreciate the convenience — and convenience drives occupancy.

For developers and investors, single-story construction offers a straightforward path to a cash-flowing asset. Lower construction complexity means fewer variables, tighter timelines, and a faster route to opening day. For owner-operators, the ground-level layout simplifies everything from daily management to long-term maintenance.

MakoRabco has built hundreds of single-story self-storage facilities across the United States. We understand what makes a site profitable — and we bring that expertise to every project we take on.

Want to learn more about how MakoRabco can help with your next single story self storage project? Click here!

Custom Unit Mix Design for Maximum Site Efficiency

No two parcels of land are exactly alike, and a cookie-cutter building plan rarely produces the best financial outcome. That's why MakoRabco takes a fully custom approach to single-story self-storage design.

Our team will analyze your specific site — its dimensions, topography, access points, and local market demand — to develop a unit mix that balances tenant demand with revenue per square foot. Whether your market calls for a high concentration of 10×10s, a mix of small and large units, or a blend of standard and climate-controlled space, we'll design a layout that works.

We also provide complete structural and foundation engineering, so you're not piecing together services from multiple vendors. From concept to certificate of occupancy, MakoRabco is your single point of contact.

Three Construction Styles to Match Your Site and Budget

MakoRabco offers three proven construction approaches for single-story self-storage, each suited to different site conditions, aesthetic goals, and budget considerations:

Standard Metal Construction with a Continuous Header is the most common approach for exterior-access facilities. It's cost-effective, fast to install, and delivers a clean, professional appearance with a wide range of color and siding options. 

Standard Interior Steel Framing with CMU Piers and Matching Door Filler Panels is ideal when a more substantial exterior look is desired or when local building codes require masonry construction. The combination of steel framing and concrete masonry units (CMU) produces a highly durable building envelope. 

Bolt-Together Structural Pier & Header System offers maximum flexibility for phased construction or sites where traditional welded framing isn't practical. This system is engineered for strength and can be expanded over time as your facility grows. 

 Not sure which system is right for your project? Click here to reach out to MakoRabco and our team will walk you through the tradeoffs during your initial consultation. 

MakoRabco One-Story Self Storage Solutions Offer Features That Are Important to You and Your Renters

MakoRabco offers an infinite number of Self Storage design options. Instead of providing “out of the box” plans for a limited number of unit mix configurations, we will help you design a single story site plan that maximizes the efficiency of the site and includes the specific unit mix percentages that are important to your profitability.

We will take you through a process to help you determine the products that will work best for your project and your budget. If you are new to self storage or planning to build a single story self storage facility, we have developed a number of useful resources and tools to help you. Start by downloading our Single Story Budget Ballpark Sheet.

MakoRabco offers:
  • Roofing Options – Standing Seam or Thru-Fastened Panels
  • Colored Roofing Panels at 1:12 - 4:12 Pitch or Bare Galvalume Low Profile Roofing
  • Siding Profile Options
  • Galvanized Framing Packages
  • Weather-Tight Warranties
  • Gutters and Downspouts
  • Roll-Up Door & Corridor Packages
  • Complete Structural and Foundation Engineering
  • Professional Crews to Install Your Self Storage Buildings

Conceptual Site Plan & Analysis

Optional Features:

  • Standing Seam roofing panels
  • 3-piece pier and header system
  • Roof insulation or condensation blanket
  • Separation walls with insulation for climate controlled areas

 

Want to learn more about our single story buildings? Reach out to MakoRabco!

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about single-story self-storage buildings from MakoRabco.

The cost of a single-story self-storage building varies based on a number of factors, including size, construction style, unit mix, site conditions, and geographic location. MakoRabco offers a free site plan to help you understand what's possible for your specific project and budget.
Once permits are in hand and materials are delivered, a typical single-story self-storage building can be installed in a matter of weeks depending on project size. The full development timeline — from initial site planning through opening day — typically ranges from 6 to 18 months depending on local permitting timelines and site complexity.
MakoRabco can accommodate virtually any unit size configuration. Common unit sizes include 5×5, 5×10, 10×10, 10×15, 10×20, 10×25, and 10×30. The team will help determine the optimal unit mix for your market based on local demand data and your site's square footage.
Yes. MakoRabco can incorporate climate-controlled storage areas into single-story designs using separation walls with insulation, roof insulation packages, and HVAC rough-ins. Climate-controlled units typically command higher rents and can improve your overall revenue per square foot.
MakoRabco offers three construction styles: Standard Metal Construction with a Continuous Header, which is the most cost-effective approach for exterior-access facilities; Standard Interior Steel Framing with CMU Piers and Matching Door Filler Panels, which provides a more substantial exterior appearance; and a Bolt-Together Structural Pier and Header System, which is ideal for phased construction and future expansion.
MakoRabco provides professional installation crews as part of their service offering. We are a designer and installer, meaning you work with one company from design through completion.
Yes. Rather than offering fixed floor plans, MakoRabco works with you to design a custom site plan that maximizes efficiency and matches the unit mix percentages most important to your profitability. The process accounts for your site dimensions, local market demand, and budget.
MakoRabco offers standing seam and thru-fastened roofing panels, with pitch options ranging from 1:12 to 4:12. Colored panels are available, as well as bare Galvalume low-profile roofing. Optional roof insulation and condensation blankets are also available.
Yes. MakoRabco has built single-story self-storage facilities across the United States. Visit the national coverage map on our website to see where we have completed projects.
Yes. MakoRabco provides complete structural and foundation engineering as part of our single-story self-storage building packages, so you work with one team from design through installation rather than coordinating multiple vendors.

Try our free color selector application to see what your Self Storage facility could look like.