Extra Space Storage Inc.

Previous wording

We are a fully integrated, self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust (“REIT”), formed to own, operate, manage, acquire, develop and redevelop self-storage properties (“stores”). We derive substantially all of our revenues from our two segments: self-storage operations and tenant reinsurance. Primary sources of revenue for our self-storage operations segment include rents received from tenants under leases at each of our wholly-owned stores. Our operating results depend materially on our ability to lease available self-storage units, to actively manage unit rental rates, and on the ability of our tenants to make required rental payments. Consequently, management spends a significant portion of their time maximizing cash flows from our diverse portfolio of stores. Revenue from our tenant reinsurance segment consists of insurance revenues from the reinsurance of risks relating to the loss of goods stored by tenants in our stores.

Current wording

We are a fully integrated, self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust (“REIT”), formed to own, operate, manage, acquire, develop and redevelop self-storage properties (“stores”). We derive substantially all of our revenues from our two segments: self-storage operations and tenant reinsurance. Primary sources of revenue for our self-storage operations segment include rents received from tenants under leases at stores that are wholly-owned and in consolidated joint ventures. Our operating results depend materially on our ability to lease available self-storage units, to actively manage unit rental rates, and on the ability of our tenants to make required rental payments. Consequently, management spends a significant portion of their time maximizing cash flows from our diverse portfolio of stores. Revenue from our tenant reinsurance segment consists of insurance revenues from the reinsurance of risks relating to the loss of goods stored by tenants in our stores.

Previous wording

Our stores are generally situated in highly visible locations clustered around large population centers. The clustering of our assets around these population centers enables us to reduce our operating costs through economies of scale. To maximize the performance of our stores, we employ industry-leading revenue management systems. Developed by our management team, these systems enable us to analyze, set and adjust rental rates daily across our portfolio in order to respond to changing market conditions. We believe our systems and processes allow us to more pro-actively manage revenues.

Current wording

Our stores are generally situated in highly visible locations clustered around large population centers. The clustering of our assets around these population centers enables us to reduce our operating costs through economies of scale. To maximize the performance of our stores, we employ industry-leading revenue management systems. Developed by our management team, these systems enable us to analyze, set and adjust rental rates daily across our portfolio in order to respond to changing market conditions. We believe our systems and processes allow us to more proactively manage revenues.

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We operate in competitive markets, often where consumers have multiple stores from which to choose. Competition has impacted, and will continue to impact, our store results. We experience seasonal fluctuations in occupancy levels, with occupancy levels generally higher in the summer months due to increased moving activity. We believe that we are able to respond quickly and effectively to changes in local, regional and national economic conditions by adjusting rental rates through the combination of our revenue management team and our industry-leading technology systems. We consider a store to be in the lease-up stage after it has been issued a certificate of occupancy, but before it has achieved stabilization. We consider a store to be stabilized once it has achieved either an 80% occupancy rate for a full year measured as of January 1 of the current year, or has been open for three years prior to January 1 of the current year.

Current wording

We operate in competitive markets, often where consumers have multiple stores from which to choose. Competition has impacted, and will continue to impact, our store results. We experience seasonal fluctuations in occupancy levels, with occupancy levels generally higher in the summer months due to increased moving activity. We believe that we are able to respond quickly and effectively to changes in local, regional and national economic conditions by adjusting rental rates through the combination of our revenue management team and our industry-leading technology systems. We consider a store to be in the lease-up stage after it has been issued a certificate of occupancy, but before it has achieved stabilization. We consider a store to be stabilized once it has been open for three years or has sustained average square foot occupancy of 80% or more for one calendar year.

Previous wording

As of March 31, 2025, we owned or had ownership interests in 2,424 operating stores. Of these stores, 1,975 are wholly-owned, ten are in consolidated joint ventures, and 439 are in unconsolidated joint ventures. In addition, we managed an additional 1,675 stores for third parties bringing the total number of stores which we own and/or manage to 4,099. These stores are located in 43 states and Washington, D.C. The majority of our stores are clustered around large population centers. The clustering of assets around these population centers enables us to reduce our operating costs through economies of scale. Our acquisitions have given us an increased scale in many core markets as well as a foothold in many markets where we had no previous presence.

Current wording

As of June 30, 2025, we owned or had ownership interests in 2,430 operating stores. Of these stores, 2,005 are wholly-owned, 11 are in consolidated joint ventures, and 414 are in unconsolidated joint ventures. In addition, we managed an additional 1,749 stores for third parties bringing the total number of stores which we own and/or manage to 4,179. These stores are located in 43 states and Washington, D.C. The majority of our stores are clustered around large population centers. The clustering of assets around these population centers enables us to reduce our operating costs through economies of scale. Our acquisitions have given us an increased scale in many core markets as well as a foothold in many markets where we had no previous presence.

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As of March 31, 2025, approximately 2,350,000 tenants were leasing storage units at the operating stores that we own and/or manage, primarily on a month-to-month basis, providing the flexibility to increase rental rates over time as market conditions permit. Existing tenants generally receive rate increases at least annually, for which no direct correlation has been drawn to our vacancy trends. Although leases are short-term in duration, the typical tenant tends to remain at our stores for an extended period of time. For same-stores as of March 31, 2025, the average length of stay for tenants who have vacated was approximately 17.7 months.

Current wording

As of June 30, 2025, approximately 2,465,000 tenants were leasing storage units at the operating stores that we own and/or manage, primarily on a month-to-month basis, providing the flexibility to increase rental rates over time as market conditions permit. Existing tenants generally receive rate increases at least annually, for which no direct correlation has been drawn to our vacancy trends. Although leases are short-term in duration, the typical tenant tends to remain at our stores for an extended period of time. For same-stores as of June 30, 2025, the average length of stay for tenants who have vacated was approximately 17.1 months.

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Comparison of the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024

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Comparison of the three and six months ended June 30, 2025 and 2024

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Results for the three months ended March 31, 2025 included the operations of 2,424 stores (1,975 wholly-owned, ten in consolidated joint ventures, and 439 in joint ventures accounted for using the equity method) compared to the results for the three months ended March 31, 2024, which included the operations of 2,384 stores (1,909 wholly-owned, three in a consolidated joint venture, and 472 in joint ventures accounted for using the equity method).

Current wording

Results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025 included the operations of 2,430 stores (2,005 wholly-owned, 11 in consolidated joint ventures, and 414 in joint ventures accounted for using the equity method) compared to the results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024, which included the operations of 2,389 stores (1,912 wholly-owned, five in consolidated joint ventures, and 472 in joint ventures accounted for using the equity method).

Previous wording

Property rental—The increase in property rental revenues for the three months ended March 31, 2025 was primarily the result of an increase of $17,542 associated with acquisitions completed in 2024 and acquisitions completed in the first three months of 2025. We acquired 58 wholly-owned stores in 2024 and an additional 17 wholly-owned stores during the three months ended March 31, 2025.

Current wording

Property rental—The increase in property rental revenues for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025 was primarily the result of an increase of $30,049 and $47,591, respectively, associated with acquisitions completed in 2024 and acquisitions completed in the first six months of 2025. The increase in revenue resulting from these acquisitions was partially offset by decreases in rental revenue of $6,027 and $10,663, respectively, due to property dispositions for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025. We acquired 58 wholly-owned stores in 2024 and an additional 45 wholly-owned stores during the six months ended June 30, 2025.

Previous wording

Tenant reinsurance—The increase in tenant reinsurance revenues was due primarily to an increase in the number of stores operated. We operated 4,099 stores at March 31, 2025 compared to 3,793 stores at March 31, 2024.

Current wording

Tenant reinsurance—The increase in tenant reinsurance revenues was due primarily to an increase in the number of stores operated. We operated 4,179 stores at June 30, 2025 compared to 3,812 stores at June 30, 2024.

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Management fees and other income—Management fees and other income primarily represent the fees collected for our management of stores owned by third parties and unconsolidated joint ventures and other transaction fee income. The increase for the three months ended March 31, 2025 was due to both an increase in the number of stores managed and an increase in the overall revenue of stores under management when compared to the same period last year. As of March 31, 2025, we managed 2,124 stores for unconsolidated joint ventures and third parties, compared to 1,884 stores as of March 31, 2024.

Current wording

Management fees and other income—Management fees and other income primarily represent the fees collected for our management of stores owned by third parties and unconsolidated joint ventures and other transaction fee income. The increase for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025 was due to both an increase in the number of stores managed and an increase in the overall revenue of stores under management when compared to the same period last year. As of June 30, 2025, we managed 2,163 stores for unconsolidated joint ventures and third parties, compared to 1,895 stores as of June 30, 2024.

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Property operations—The increase in property operations expense during the three months ended March 31, 2025 consists primarily of an increase of $10,006 related to acquisitions completed in 2024 and acquisitions completed in the first three months of 2025. We acquired 58 wholly-owned stores in 2024 and an additional 17 wholly-owned stores during the three months ended March 31, 2025. Additionally, for the three months ended March 31, 2025 there was an increase of $10,742 at our same-store properties primarily due to increases in property tax, utilities and snow removal, offset by marketing and payroll.

Current wording

Property operations—The increase in property operations expense during the three and six months ended June 30, 2025 consists primarily of an increase of $14,612 and $24,624, respectively, related to acquisitions completed in 2024 and acquisitions completed in the first six months of 2025. We acquired 58 wholly-owned stores in 2024 and an additional 45 wholly-owned stores during the six months ended June 30, 2025. Additionally, for the three and six months ended June 30,

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Tenant reinsurance—Tenant reinsurance expense represents the costs that are incurred to provide tenant reinsurance.

Current wording

Tenant reinsurance—Tenant reinsurance expense represents the costs that are incurred to provide tenant reinsurance and is subject to volatility due to increased claims arising when significant events occur at stores.

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General and administrative—General and administrative expenses primarily include all expenses not directly related to our stores, including corporate payroll, office expense, office rent, travel and professional fees. These expenses are recognized as incurred. Our overall General and Administrative expense has increased primarily as a result of our increased size through acquisitions, business combinations and growth through our joint venture partners and managed portfolio.

Current wording

General and administrative—General and administrative expenses primarily include all expenses not directly related to our stores, including corporate payroll, office expense, office rent, travel and professional fees. These expenses are recognized as incurred. Our overall general and administrative expense has increased primarily as a result of our increased size through acquisitions and growth through our joint venture partners and managed portfolio.

Previous wording

Depreciation and amortization—The company amortizes to expense intangible assets-customer intangibles on a straight-line basis over the average period that a tenant is expected to utilize the facility (currently estimated at 18 months). Depreciation and amortization expense decreased for the period, primarily due to the full amortization of customer intangibles associated with our merger with Life Storage which were fully expensed as of January of this year.

Current wording

Depreciation and amortization—The company amortizes to expense intangible assets-customer intangibles on a straight-line basis over the average period that a tenant is expected to utilize the facility (currently estimated at 18 months). Depreciation and amortization expense decreased for both the three and six month periods, due to the customer intangibles associated with our merger with Life Storage being fully expensed in January of this year.

Previous wording

Gain on real estate assets held for sale and sold, net—We disposed of 11 previously held for sale stores during the three months ended March 31, 2025 resulting in a gain of $39,520. This gain was offset by losses of $3,759 related to the sale of three land parcels and three properties listed for sale during the quarter where the estimated fair value, net of selling costs, was less than the net carrying value of the assets.

Current wording

Gain on real estate assets held for sale and sold, net—We completed the sale of 12 previously held for sale stores during the six months ended June 30, 2025 resulting in a gain of $38,656 which was partially offset by losses of $3,759. The loss of $3,759 related to the sale of three land parcels and three properties listed for sale during the six months ended June 30, 2025 where the estimated fair value, net of selling costs, was less than the net carrying value of the assets. The loss recorded during the three months ended June 30, 2025 related to the sale of one operating property previously listed as held for sale resulting in an additional loss of $864. During the three months ended June 30, 2024, we listed seven properties for sale. These properties were recorded at current fair value less selling costs which resulted in an estimated loss of $54,659.

Previous wording

Interest expense—The increase in interest expense during the three months ended March 31, 2025 was primarily the result of higher outstanding debt. As of March 31, 2025, we had approximately $12,809,851 in total face value of debt, compared to approximately $11,479,914 as of March 31, 2024.

Current wording

Interest expense—The increase in interest expense during the three and six months ended June 30, 2025 was primarily the result of higher outstanding debt. As of June 30, 2025, we had approximately $13,169,719 in total face value of debt, compared to approximately $11,803,723 as of June 30, 2024.

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Non-cash interest expense related to amortization of discount on Life Storage unsecured senior notes—Represents the amortization of the discount assigned to the fair value of the Life Storage unsecured senior notes assumed as part of the Life Storage Merger.

Current wording

Non-cash interest expense related to amortization of discount on unsecured senior notes, net—Represents the amortization of the discount assigned to the fair value of the Life Storage unsecured senior notes assumed as part of the Life Storage Merger and net premium from bond offerings, offset by discount from assumed debt.

Previous wording

Interest income—Interest income represents interest earned on variable interest rate bridge loans, debt securities and on notes receivable from Common and Preferred Operating Partnership unit holders. The increase in interest income during the three months ended March 31, 2025 was primarily the result of an increase in the amount of bridge loans outstanding. The balance of bridge loans was $1,369,089 as of March 31, 2025, compared to $752,336 as of March 31, 2024.

Current wording

Interest income—Interest income represents interest earned on variable interest rate bridge loans, debt securities and on notes receivable from Common Operating Partnership unit holders. The increase in interest income during the three and six months ended June 30, 2025 was primarily the result of an increase in the amount of bridge loans outstanding. The balance of bridge loans was $1,542,693 as of June 30, 2025, compared to $1,136,306 as of June 30, 2024.

Previous wording

Equity in earnings and dividend income from unconsolidated real estate entities—Equity in earnings of unconsolidated real estate entities represents the income earned through our ownership interests in unconsolidated joint ventures. In these joint ventures, we and our joint venture partners generally receive a preferred return on our invested capital. To the extent that cash or profits in excess of these preferred returns are generated, we receive a higher percentage of the excess cash or profits. The increase is primarily due to the transaction in November 2024 in which we acquired additional ownership interest in the HF1 Sovran HHF Storage Holdings LLC and HF2 Sovran HHF Storage Holdings II LLC from our partner in the unconsolidated joint ventures. The transaction increased our equity ownership percentages from 20% and 15%, respectively, to 49% in each unconsolidated joint venture. Dividend income represents dividends from our investment in preferred stock of SmartStop and its affiliates. In addition, during February 2025, we invested $100,000 in Strategic Storage Growth Trust III, Inc. Preferred Stock at a dividend rate of 8.85%, which represents $1,400 of the increase.

Current wording

Equity in earnings and dividend income from unconsolidated real estate entities—Equity in earnings of unconsolidated real estate entities represents the income earned through our ownership interests in unconsolidated joint ventures. In these joint ventures, we and our joint venture partners generally receive a preferred return on our invested capital. To the extent that cash or profits in excess of these preferred returns are generated, we receive a higher percentage of the excess cash or profits. The increase for the six months ended June 30, 2025 is primarily due to the transaction in November 2024 in which we acquired additional ownership interest in the HF1 Sovran HHF Storage Holdings LLC and HF2 Sovran HHF Storage Holdings II LLC from our partner in the unconsolidated joint ventures. The transaction increased our equity ownership percentages from 20% and 15%, respectively, to 49% in each unconsolidated joint venture. The decrease for the three months ended June 30, 2025 is primarily due to the acquisition of our partners’ membership interests in the ESS-NYFL JV LP and ESS CA-TIVS JV LP joint ventures, as well as the transfer and distribution of membership interests in the PR II EXR JV LLC joint venture. The number of unconsolidated joint ventures in which we have ownership interests was 414 as of June 30, 2025, compared to 472 as of June 30, 2024. Dividend income represents dividends from our investment in preferred stock of SmartStop and its affiliates.

Previous wording

Income tax expense—The increase in income tax expense for the three months ended March 31, 2025 was primarily the result of an increase in book income and a decrease in permanent tax deductions related to stock awards.

Current wording

Income tax expense—The increase in income tax expense for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025 was primarily the result of an increase in book income and a decrease in permanent tax deductions related to stock awards.

Previous wording

Cash flows from operating activities for the three months ended March 31, 2025 increased when compared to the same period in the prior year. Cash flows used in investing activities relate primarily to our acquisition and development of new stores, sales of stores, investments in unconsolidated real estate entities, and notes receivable from bridge loans and fluctuate depending on our actions in those areas. Cash flows from financing activities depend primarily on our debt and equity financing activities. A summary of cash flows along with significant components are as follows:

Current wording

Cash flows from operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2025 increased when compared to the same period in the prior year. Cash flows used in investing activities relate primarily to our acquisition and development of new stores, sales of stores, investments in unconsolidated real estate entities, and notes receivable from bridge loans and fluctuate depending on our actions in those areas. Cash flows from financing activities depend primarily on our debt and equity financing activities. A summary of cash flows along with significant components are as follows:

Previous wording

As of March 31, 2025, we had $119,559 available in cash and cash equivalents. Our cash and cash equivalents are held in accounts managed by third party financial institutions and consist of invested cash and cash in our operating accounts. During 2025 and 2024, we experienced no loss or lack of access to our cash and cash equivalents; however, there can be no assurance that access to our cash and cash equivalents will not be impacted by adverse conditions in the financial markets.

Current wording

As of June 30, 2025, we had $125,045 available in cash and cash equivalents. Our cash and cash equivalents are held in accounts managed by third party financial institutions and consist of invested cash and cash in our operating accounts. During 2025 and 2024, we experienced no loss or lack of access to our cash and cash equivalents; however, there can be no assurance that access to our cash and cash equivalents will not be impacted by adverse conditions in the financial markets.

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In November 2024, we established our commercial paper program, under which we may issue, repay and re-issue short-term unsecured commercial paper notes. The aggregate principal amount outstanding under the program at any time cannot exceed $1,000,000, and the net proceeds of the commercial paper notes are expected to be used for general corporate purposes. The maturities of the notes generally range from overnight to three months, with a maximum of up to 13 months. The commercial paper notes are issued under customary terms in the commercial paper market and are issued at a discount from par or, alternatively, can be issued at par and bear varying interest rates on a fixed or floating basis. At any point in time, we expect to maintain available commitments under our Credit Facilities in an amount at least equal to the amount of commercial paper notes outstanding. At March 31, 2025, we had $580,000 in issuances outstanding under the commercial paper program.

Current wording

In November 2024, we established our commercial paper program, under which we may issue, repay and re-issue short-term unsecured commercial paper notes. The aggregate principal amount outstanding under the program at any time cannot exceed $1,000,000, and the net proceeds of the commercial paper notes are expected to be used for general corporate purposes. The maturities of the notes generally range from overnight to three months, with a maximum of up to 13 months. The commercial paper notes are issued under customary terms in the commercial paper market and are issued at a discount from par or, alternatively, can be issued at par and bear varying interest rates on a fixed or floating basis. At any point in time, we expect to maintain available commitments under our Credit Facilities in an amount at least equal to the amount of commercial paper notes outstanding. At June 30, 2025, we had $700,000 in issuances outstanding under the commercial paper program.

Previous wording

We hold a BBB+/Stable rating from S&P, which was upgraded from BBB/Stable in July 2023 in connection with the Life Storage Merger, and a Baa2 rating from Moody's Investors Service. We intend to manage our balance sheet to maintain these ratings. Certain of our real estate assets are pledged as collateral for our debt. As of March 31, 2025, we had a total of 1,754 unencumbered stores as defined by our public bonds. Our unencumbered asset value was calculated as $30,065,371 and our total asset value was calculated as $36,034,628 according to the calculations as defined by our public bonds. We are subject to certain restrictive covenants relating to our outstanding debt. We were in compliance with all financial covenants at March 31, 2025.

Current wording

We hold a BBB+/Stable rating from S&P, which was upgraded from BBB/Stable in July 2023 in connection with the Life Storage Merger, and a Baa2/Positive rating from Moody's Investors Service. We intend to manage our balance sheet to maintain these ratings. Certain of our real estate assets are pledged as collateral for our debt. As of June 30, 2025, we had a total of 1,773 unencumbered stores as defined by our public bonds. Our unencumbered asset value was calculated as $30,214,990 and our total asset value was calculated as $36,039,197 according to the calculations as defined by our public bonds. We are subject to certain restrictive covenants relating to our outstanding debt. We were in compliance with all financial covenants at June 30, 2025.