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Storage Rentals of America in Portage offers great storage options at low prices. Free up extra space in your home when renting with us. We have plenty of storage options, from mini storage units that are 5x5 to larger 10x30 storage units. Need help deciding which size storage unit you will need? Give our customer service team a call. Just let us know the types of items you plan to store, and we can help suggest a storage unit right for you. We can move you in over the phone or online with a month-to-month lease. This is just another way we make storage easier.
At our storage facility in Portage, Michigan, security is our top priority to ensure your peace of mind. The facility features a gated entrance that controls access and protects your belongings. Bright lighting illuminates the property, enhancing safety and visibility at all times. Our 24-hour video surveillance continuously monitors the entire area, allowing you to trust that your stored items are secure day and night.
Planning to move soon? Do not stress. Let us help by being your one-stop shop for packing and storage. We sell boxes, tape, bubble wrap, mattress covers, and more. This is just another way we make storage rentals easier.
Our office is for this location is now located at 350 Romence Road, Portage, MI. 49024
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 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 Portage.
Portage, MI, is a mid-sized city located in the Southwestern part of the state. It has a population of 49,787. Since 2020, it has grown 4.7 percent. The original inhibitors were the Pottawatomie Tribe. Then, in 1831, the first four settlers arrived from Europe and called it Dry Prairie, where everyone lived peacefully. By 1834, more people came, and the city grew and became Portage in 1838. It has been growing ever since.
Everyone living there finds the natural climate and sceneries most peaceful. People rate the city at its best during the summer, with a 9.1 rating out of ten. They give it a 4.1 out of 10 due to the frigid temperatures in December and January. During the winter, it is not as comfortable as the summer months. On average, the lows in the winter are 14 degrees, and the highs in the summer are between 80 and 85. The ratio of rain to sunny days is about half a half throughout the year, which is average and fair for most people.
There are hundreds of sights and things to do in Portage. These listings are only a speck of dust compared to what is out there. Below are the attractions and fun stuff in and around Portage that continue to fascinate and bring people back to visit.
The job growth rate is on the rise at one percent and, in the positive, with an unemployment rate of 4.7 percent. On another note, the unemployment rate is below the rest of the country, which is still at 6.0%.
Now that the economy has been opened back up, there is a job surge as more people decide to work from home. The projected growth is 33.3 percent for the following ten years. Portage compares to the rest of America, with a projected growth rate of 33.5 percent. This projection leaves a positive note for those looking for a strong economy. It leaves the previous jobs that shut down during the lockdowns looking for workers today and in the future.
The top three industries in Portage are manufacturing, health care/social assistance, and retail trade.
White and blue-collar workers fill the neighborhoods of Portage. Everyone holds their own and focuses on their families and success. These three neighborhoods are the prime example of how peaceful life can be:
Portage has 19 schools altogether, with 16 public schools and three private schools. The Portage schools in the district spend $10,317 per child. The ratio of student to teacher is 18.5. The better the numbers are in the ratio of student to teacher, the better the school's rank. These are the best numbers abroad.
The City of Portage takes care of the water and sewer hookups. Go to the link on the city's website for "Residents," and click on "Utilities - Water & Sewer" underneath the "City Services" section. It has all the information needed to connect and disconnect the service. The City of Portage is powered through Consumer's Energy. Everything from hookups and disconnects is requested online or by the number listed under the "Contact" section. It is a toll-free number, and they are good for customer service. Residents find it most convenient.
Get with The Parks and Recreation Department for any information needed to deal with the parks, entertainment, or upcoming events. They are there to answer any questions about what is happening in the city. They cover all close-knit cities. If they do not have the knowledge, they can direct you to someone who can assist you.
The median income for households in Portage is $55,050, with median home prices at $233,100. The cost of living is considered one of the best perks. It is 12.9 percent cheaper than the national average.