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With great prices and an easily accessible location, Storage Rentals of America in Battle Creek is your storage solution. Big or small, we have plenty of storage options, from mini storage units that are 5x5 to larger 10x30 storage units. Give our friendly customer service team a call. They will walk you through the rental process over the phone and help you select the correct size storage unit for your needs. Move-in over the phone, online, or in-store. Whichever way you choose, you will rest easy knowing your belongings are safe with one of our many security features. All without long-term contracts. This is just another way we make storage rentals easier.
Are you planning on moving soon? Let us help. Please stop by our main office for boxes, locks, packing tape, and more to make your move easier. Stop by our Battle Creek self storage facility today and experience the Storage Rentals of America difference.
Disc locks are required for all units and can be purchased at the office.
Moving and storage go hand in hand. Whether you are traveling across town or across the country, moving is an exciting and fresh start. While Storage Rentals of America is here to help you with all your storage needs, we also want to help you get familiar with the area. That's why we put together this resource guide for Battle Creek.
Nestled around the confluence of the Battle Creek River and the Kalamazoo River, Battle Creek is a medium-sized city of about 52,000 people in Michigan's Calhoun County. Battle Creek is located about 30 minutes east of Kalamazoo and a little over an hour south of Grand Rapids.
Battle Creek was once a crucial link on the Underground Railroad, and today is best known as the home of the Kellogg Company. The competing Post Cereal company was originally founded in Battle Creek as well, leading to it being nicknamed the “Cereal City.”
There's always a lot to see and do in Battle Creek. The city includes some truly beautiful parks and several revitalized business districts with great restaurants and shops. From outdoor recreation to annual festivals, these are some of the city's most popular attractions:
The job market in Battle Creek includes a healthy mix of what are traditionally considered white-collar and blue-collar jobs. The most common occupations include sales (10.43%), office / administrative support (8.96%), and management (7.67%). Many jobs are available in manufacturing, health care, IT, and technology as well. Some top employers in Battle Creek include Denso Manufacturing, Battle Creek Health Systems, the Kellogg Company, Federal Center, and Battle Creek Public Schools.
Battle Creek neighborhoods are diverse and unique. Each part of the city has its own character, and Battle Creek has its fair share of hardscrabble working-class neighborhoods as well as more affluent areas. There's something for everyone, including a lot of affordable real estate.
Several school districts serve Battle Creek and the surrounding areas. Battle Creek Public Schools is the largest of these and includes seven elementary schools, three middle schools, and three high schools, plus adult learning opportunities. Some of the most highly rated schools in Battle Creek are part of the Lakeview School District and Harper Creek Community Schools.
Kellogg Community College is one of the main options for higher education in Battle Creek, along with the private Christian college Spring Creek University. For medical students, the Ross Medical Education Center has a Battle Creek campus.
Like any city, getting settled in Battle Creek can be challenging. Fortunately, it's a welcoming city that provides a variety of resources to make life easier for new residents. The city's official website offers essential information like getting your utilities connected and contact information for the local police and fire department.
Be sure to check out the Battle Creek Recreation Department to learn more about local parks and upcoming events. You can also find information on living or starting a business in Battle Creek through Battle Creek Unlimited.
Battle Creek offers an affordable cost of living, especially when it comes to housing. The median home value in Battle Creek is $138,900, which is quite affordable by Michigan standards and also well below the national average. About 58% of the homes in Battle Creek are owner-occupied, compared to about 41% renter-occupied. The average rental rate is $695 for a one-bedroom apartment and $880 for two bedrooms.