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Sign InIn a move reflecting the ongoing consolidation in the real estate sector, Public Storage finalized its acquisition of National Storage Affiliates in a deal valued at approximately $10.5 billion. This acquisition is a pivotal component of the company’s PS4.0 strategic plan, aimed at driving shareholder value and capturing growth through increased scale. The transaction expands Public Storage's portfolio to over 4,500 properties and 327 million rentable square feet.
The deal is expected to be accretive to FFO per share by $0.35 to $0.50 once run-rate synergies of $110 million to $130 million are realized over the next few years. According to deal terms, the closing involved securing $2 billion in mortgage financing from Goldman Sachs and Wells Fargo. Per market data, the merger agreement entitled NSA shareholders to receive 0.14 of a Public Storage common share for each share held, emphasizing the strategic focus on operational efficiency and market diversification.
Shares of PSA stood at $311.70 at the close of July 22, 2026, within a daily range of $309.43 to $312.27. Investors are monitoring broader real estate catalysts following recent U.S. housing data from July 17, 2026, which showed housing starts rising by 19% month-over-month, potentially signaling shifting demand dynamics for the self-storage industry.