Self-Storage Property Loans

Self-Storage Loans Designed for Expansion

AVANA Capital provides flexible financing for self-storage facilities, from acquisition, refinancing to improvements. Our lending experts structure loans to maximize leverage, minimize cost, and support long-term growth

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Financing Solutions for Self-Storage Developers and Owners

The self-storage sector continues to grow — and AVANA helps owners capitalize on opportunity. We deliver capital solutions for acquisition or refinancing of stabilized or value-add storage facilities across the U.S.

Tailored Programs for Self-Storage Properties

AVANA offers a full suite of financing products to help your business grow

SBA 504 Loan

Long-term financing with up to 90% LTV designed to help business owners acquire, expand, or refinance commercial real estate

Bridge Loan

Short-term funding to bridge the gap between transactions or support property transitions until permanent financing is secured

Conventional Term Loan

Long-term financing for stabilized assets. Ideal for acquisition, refinancing, or property enhancements

Competitive Self-Storage Loan Terms

Rates and structures vary depending on loan type and borrower qualifications

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Loan Sizes

From $1MM to $30MM, covering a full range of commercial programs

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Flexible Terms

Choose from short-term (up to 3 years) 
or long-term (up to 25 years) options

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High Leverage

Finance up to 75% LTV or 90% total for qualifying SBA 504 structures

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Market-Indexed Pricing

Tied to SOFR, CMT, or Treasury benchmarks with program-specific spreads

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Extension Options

Certain short-term programs offer annual renewal or extension flexibility

Uses of proceeds

Financing available for acquisitions, refinancing (including cash-out), repositioning to stabilization, or property improvements

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Backed by Our Partnerships with Industry Leaders

Institutional-grade construction financing through our partnerships with Oaktree Capital and a growing network of leading Credit Unions. By collaborating with industry leaders, we accelerate funding processes, offer competitive rates, and create exclusive co-investment opportunities that empower our clients and investors alike

A Streamlined Process from Application to Funding

We make financing simple, transparent, and fast

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Step 1

Submit Application

Complete our online application form with basic information. Our team will review within 24 hours

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Step 2

Review

We’ll evaluate your documents and request any additional materials needed.

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Step 3

Approval & Terms

Once approved, we’ll present loan terms and structure a customized financing solution

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Step 4

Closing & Funding

Final documentation and closing procedures. Funds are typically disbursed within days of closing

Proven Success Stories

We’ve helped businesses across industries

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Las Vegas, Nevada
September 30, 2024
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Moss Point, Mississippi
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College Park, Georgia
January 10, 2025

Our team

Our team has a longstanding history of solving complex problems

Sanat Patel

Sanat Patel

Chief Lending Officer

Christyna Lane

Christyna Lane

VP, Business Development

Viktor Hristov

Viktor Hristov

VP, Business Development

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions

Yes — AVANA offers both bridge and conventional term loans for stabilized and value-add self-storage properties, including single-location and multi-facility portfolios.

Yes – bridge loans are well-suited for lease-up situations or phased expansions, allowing operators to stabilize occupancy before seeking permanent financing.

We finance a wide range of self-storage formats, including climate-controlled, traditional drive-up, and mixed-use facilities, as long as they meet market and underwriting criteria.

No — AVANA does not provide ground-up construction financing for self-storage developments at this time.

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