New research shows that when Millennials aren’t shelling out a sizable sum for avocado toast, they’re moving to smaller, affordable cities like Wichita, Kansas. According to a recent article in the New York Times, the flow of young professionals to large Urban cities appears to be flattening. 

While it will take more time to figure out completely, one thing is for sure, affordability, jobs, and food trucks serving camera-ready food, are all reasons why millennials love living in Wichita. By all accounts, it appears that millennials are trading in high rents and housing rates for more affordable vibrant cities. Read on to find out why millennials love living in Wichita. Continue reading “Why Millennials Love Living in Wichita | Metro Self Storage”

 

Would you like to keep your valued possessions at a New North Plainfield Storage Facility in New Jersey?

Metro’s newly constructed North Plainfield storage facility on Route 22 is now open and accepting reservations for temperature-controlled storage units. These are ideal for storing your personal, household, recreational, and business items.

The new, five-story climate-controlled storage facility features large interior loading areas in addition to multiple other entrances around the building for your added convenience. The state-of-the-art building is one of the newest modern self storage facilities in North Plainfield and Union County. Metro Self Storage locations offer all of the great features you’ve come to expect including superior customer service.

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Illinois-based Metro Self Storage is pleased to announce the grand opening of our brand new Naperville Storage facility on N. Aurora Road. Unique to the area, this ground-level storage center offers the ultimate in convenience to nearby residents and business owners looking for climate-controlled storage units.  

As an early pioneer of self storage, Metro Self Storage is a name you can trust when it comes finding clean, reliable storage for your belongings. Today, Metro continues to set the bar high to define outstanding customer service in the industry. Continue reading “Metro Self Storage Opens Brand New Naperville Storage Facility”

 

You’re invited to join the festivities with your friends and neighbors! Metro Self Storage Ribbon Cutting Party in Addison, IL

Metro is pleased to announce a ribbon-cutting to celebrate our new Addison self storage facility located on West Lake Street. With easy access from I-355, everyone is welcome to stop by for tours of the state-of-the-art storage facility.

Don’t miss your chance to win a Google Home Mini or Amazon Eco Dot at this event (see invitation below for more details). So please mark your calendar for July 12th, 2018.

Festivities will begin at 4:30 PM. Our  guest of honor at this special event is the Addison Mayor, Rich Veenstra. Continue reading “New Addison Self Storage Facility | Metro Self Storage Celebrates Ribbon Cutting”

 

Illinois-based Metro Self Storage is pleased to announce the grand opening of our storage facility in Naperville, IL. Unique to the area, our ground-level storage units offer the ultimate in convenience. If you’re looking for climate-controlled storage units don’t miss Naperville’s newest self storage facility featuring climate-controlled storage units.

As an early pioneer of self storage, Metro Self Storage is a name you can trust when it comes to finding clean, reliable storage units for your belongings. Today, Metro continues to set the bar high to define outstanding customer service in the industry.

Continue reading “New Naperville Storage Facility on N. Aurora Road”

 

Chicago-based Metro Self Storage celebrated the grand opening of its 22nd store in Illinois on May 23rd.  We’d like to extend a big thank you to everyone who helped us celebrate the grand opening of our new St. Charles Self Storage facility! It’s one of the few modern self storage facilities in St. Charles and the surrounding areas. Continue reading “Metro Self Storage Celebrates Brand New St. Charles Self Storage Facility”

 

Creating a bucket list is easy. Funding it can be a challenge. From the Lincoln Park Zoo (yes, it’s free every day of the year!) to the sights and sounds of Millenium Park, crossing things off your Chicago bucket list has never been cheaper.

Continue reading “7 Free Things to Cross off your Chicago Bucket List (In the cold!)”

 

Would you like to keep your valued possessions at a modern storage facility in Addison, Illinois?

If you travel along the I-355 and I-290 Interchange, you’ve undoubtedly noticed, there’s a brand new storage facility in Addison. Illinois-based Metro Self Storage is pleased to announce our state-of-the-art Addison storage facility is now open for business! Continue reading “Metro Self Storage Opens New Addison Storage Facility!”

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If you’re thinking of moving to a new city (or even a new state), you should give the Twin Cities a long look. Time and again, Minnesota has proven itself to be one of the best places to live—it’s even one of the happiest places in the country, according to some (well, most) sources.

Maybe the famous Minnehaha Falls will sell you on the North Star State, or the much-lauded Walker Arts Center. You might even find yourself wondering just what it might be like to live next to that the four-story behemoth, the Mall of America. Continue reading “The Ultimate Guide to Commuting in Minnesota”

 

There’s nothing quite like spending the day at the Milwaukee County Zoo. Not only will you see incredible animals from all over the world, but visiting the zoo is a fun way to learn about conservation, the environment, animal behavior and their natural habitats.

Of course, there’s nothing like seeing your children amazed as they listen to an elephant trumpet or watch the bonobo play. Strolling the zoo and exhibits is the perfect way to spend a day with family and friends.

Take an up-close look at some of the incredible animals you’ll see at the Milwaukee County Zoo in near Brown Deer, WI. Continue reading “What types of Animals Will I See at the Milwaukee County Zoo?”

 

Do you suddenly find yourself with some free time in the West Chicago suburbs? Sure you could run errands, study or get some extra work done, but how about playing tourist in your hometown?

There are a few things that everyone in Chicagoland should experience, especially near the Downtown Naperville Riverwalk, and there’s no time like the present to check a few things off that bucket list. Continue reading “Downtown Naperville Riverwalk | Your Guide to Special Events and More!”

by Haley Kaiser

It’s mid-November, and the familiar frosty bite of winter has come over one of our favorite towns in the Midwest: Minneapolis, Minnesota. Okay, it’s no lie, December through March is considered to be frigid and, even at times, extreme.

But whereas some may shy away from these wintry conditions, those in one of our country’s northernmost cities embrace the cold with pure jubilee and downright style; the winter months here are a time of celebration of what makes this area so incredibly unique. This holiday season, don’t just survive but thrive in the winter wonderland of Minneapolis.

Continue reading “City Guide: Things To Do During Winter in Minneapolis”

 

If you are looking for fun things to do in Chicago this winter, you’re in luck. It turns out the Windy City is a popular destination this time of year for tourists and Chicago suburbanites alike.

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Looking for things to do with your family near St. Charles, Illinois? You’re in luck. The Greater St. Charles area is an ideal destination for locals and tourists alike.

Enjoy hearty soups in the winter and ice cream on a hot summer day in the heart of downtown. Experience stunning sculpture gardens in the park or take an inspirational art class.

From sweet treats and delicious lunches to outside activities and family-friendly concerts in the Chicagoland area, we’ve got you covered. Our easy-to-read-guide highlights local businesses.

Continue reading “St. Charles, Illinois | Your Guide to Restaurants and Family Fun”

 

Are you looking for small-city charm with big-city choices? There are many reasons people love moving to living Lubbock, Texas. The midsized city offers a diverse mix of entertainment, employment, and lifestyle opportunities.

It seems that everyone, from young professionals and growing families to retirees, are moving to Lubbock, Texas. Moving to this fast-growing Texas state might be the right choice for you too.

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At some point in our lives, most of us will find ourselves in a situation where we need to find temporary housing. Work-related reasons for needing short-term rentals range from being between jobs to unexpectedly losing a job. Sometimes personal, or life events like a sudden breakup or divorce or maybe combining households can require us to scramble for temporary housing.

Most recently, Mother Nature has caused some serious trouble for families who were forced to vacate their homes suddenly. For many, homes were damaged due to flooding in the Southern and Eastern regions of the country or destroyed in fires on the West Coast. No matter your reason for needing temporary housing, finding a place to live has never been easier than it is today thanks to these websites. Continue reading “The Best Websites for Finding Short-Term Rentals and Temporary Housing”