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SmartStop

Ladera Ranch, CA · Founded 2013 · $7.0B AUM

Offerings on the Baker 1031 Platform
$7.0B
Assets Under Management
2013
Founded
Ladera Ranch, CA
Headquarters
1
Platform Offerings
Overview

SmartStop is a self-storage REIT (NYSE: SMA) that completed an $810 million IPO in April 2025 and sponsors self-storage DSTs through its broader platform, with assets in the $7 billion-plus range post-listing.

Full-Cycle Track Record

Realized performance

SmartStop is tracked on the Baker 1031 platform but has not yet reported completed (full-cycle) programs, so realized return metrics are not yet available.
Offerings

Current offerings from SmartStop

AvailableBlue Door Property III, DST — Self-Storage
DST · Self-Storage 506(c)

Blue Door Property III, DST

4.00%Current Dist.
8.08%Est. Cap Rate
46%LTV
$100KMin.
SponsorSmartStop
LocationAZ, FL, TX
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AUM reflects SmartStop's broader platform, not its DST program alone. Full-cycle metrics are realized, net-to-investor results reported by the sponsor and compiled by Baker 1031; they are not audited and past performance does not guarantee future results. This profile is informational only and is not an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy any security, or investment, tax, or legal advice. Securities offered through Aurora Securities, Inc., member FINRA / SIPC; Baker 1031 Investments is independent of Aurora Securities, Inc.