Third-party management
for self-storage entrepreneurs

SmartStop 3PM combines entrepreneurial insight with enterprise-level systems to help independent storage owners scale smarter.

Tailored to your portfolio, your market, and your long-term investment strategy.

Third-party management for self-storage entrepreneurs

SmartStop 3PM combines entrepreneurial insight with enterprise-level systems to help independent storage owners scale smarter.

Tailed to your portfolio, your market, and your long-term investment strategy.

Argus Professional Storage Management

A new era in self-storage management

SmartStop 3PM delivers the most flexible, technology-driven operating platform in North America.

Every solution is configured to fit your operational priorities, from revenue strategy to customer experience.

With more than 460 owned or managed facilities across 36 U.S. states and four Canadian provinces, SmartStop 3PM’s advanced infrastructure and entrepreneurial mindset helps independent owners achieve measurable growth and lasting performance.

Your business. Our platform. Unlimited potential.

Three tailored management options

Choose the partnership model that fits your brand and business goals:

SmartStop-Branded

The full SmartStop experience with national brand exposure. Operate under the SmartStop name with full marketing power, integrated systems, and premium customer reach.

SmartStop-Legacy

Your existing brand, powered by SmartStop 3PM systems. Maintain your established identity while leveraging our technology, operations, and revenue-management tools.

Private Label

A fully white-labeled solution that preserves your brand identity end-to-end, supported by SmartStop 3PM’s experienced team and operational expertise, while maintaining marketing autonomy.

The platform that powers performance

Configured to match your operational model and reporting preferences.

Behind every SmartStop 3PM partnership is the dash AI platform, our fully integrated operating cloud.
It connects every aspect of your business – from pricing and marketing to HR and maintenance – into one seamless ecosystem.

Secure data infrastructure

Centralized, protected data environment

Smart call center

Integrated contact center with custom OS

Intelligent revenue engine

Automated, data-driven pricing

In-house financial engine

Full accounting and budgeting support

Learning and talent suite

Recruiting, training, and performance tools

Tenant engagement app

Branded customer experience in the palm of your hand

Maintenance CRM

Real-time facilities management

dash.ai technology

All powered by the dash AI platform:
Built for speed, scalability, and insight.

Why owners choose SmartStop 3PM

  • Customized management strategies aligned with your objectives
  • Proven portfolio of 460+ properties
  • Ai-driven technology backbone + operational agility
  • Flexible partnership structures
  • Comprehensive reporting and transparency
  • Dedicated team focused on your success

Why owners choose SmartStop 3PM

  • Customized management strategies aligned with your objectives
  • Proven portfolio of 460+ properties
  • Ai-driven technology backbone + operational agility
  • Flexible partnership structures
  • Comprehensive reporting and transparency
  • Dedicated team focused on your success

Put our scale to work for you

With more than 460 facilities across North America, SmartStop 3PM brings the expertise, vendor relationships, and data reach to deliver results that independent operators cannot achieve alone

SmartStop3PM Map of North America