Storage Rentals of America is at 131 W Loop 289 in Lubbock, Texas. We provide essential storage solutions to the local community and are easily accessible via major highways such as Interstate 27 and Highway 84. Our facility is a convenient choice for residents and businesses seeking storage solutions.
Our storage units are designed to make your life easier! You can drive up to them to quickly and easily store your belongings without carrying them far. Plus, we take the security of your items very seriously. Our facility has a strong fence, high-tech cameras, and a dependable gate system to keep your stored possessions safe all the time.
Our climate-controlled storage units are tailored to preserve your belongings in optimal conditions, shielding them from extreme temperatures year-round. We understand the importance of keeping your items pristine, and our climate-controlled units provide the perfect solution.
At Storage Rentals of America, we understand how important it is for you to have the flexibility to manage your storage needs without being tied down by lengthy contracts. That's why we offer month-to-month leasing options. Whether you prefer to talk to our customer service team over the phone, in person, or online, we are always available to provide you with responsive assistance 7 days a week. Additionally, our team can help you with your move-in process, regardless of your choice. We also have a wide range of moving and packing supplies available on-site for your convenience. So, you can be sure we've got everything you need to make your storage experience as smooth as possible.
Whether you're in the midst of a move, downsizing, or need additional space, Storage Rentals of America at 131 W Loop 289 in Lubbock is here to simplify your storage journey. Our commitment is to deliver a secure, convenient, and customer-focused storage experience tailored to your needs. Visit our facility today and let us redefine your storage experience with our dedication to security, convenience, and customer satisfaction. Stop by 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 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 Lubbock.
The county seat of Lubbock County is the City of Lubbock. The population is 257,141 (U.S. 2020 Census). The Greater Lubbock metropolitan area, which includes the surrounding cities, has a population of 328,283 (2022 census estimate).
The native people were here for thousands of years before the white European settlers came and took the tribal lands of the Comanche people. Lubbock came into being after the Indian Removal Act of 1830 forced all the native people to move to the “Indian” territory of Oklahoma.
In 1876, Lubbock County was founded by Thomas Lubbock. Thomas was the brother of Francis Lubbock, who was the governor of Texas during the Civil War. In 1884, the tiny Lubbock outpost had a post office. In 1891, the city of Lubbock became the county seat and in 1898, the city was incorporated when the first railroad arrived in the area.
The area surrounding Lubbock County is the biggest cotton-growing area in the world. The sixth-largest Texan university is Texas Tech University in Lubbock. Lubbock is known for being the musician Buddy Holly’s birthplace.
Lubbock is called “Hub City” because it is like the center of a wheel hub encapsulating the surrounding counties.
Lubbock is a cattle ranching town with a strong musical heritage in an area full of cotton plantations.
The local economy depends on healthcare, education, retail, and hospitality. The unemployment rate is 5.9%. The median household income is $54,060 annually, which is about $15,000 lower than the average American household income of $69,021. The economy is gaining jobs faster than the national average. Lubbock's predicted job growth rate for the next ten years is strong at 39.8%, compared to the expected job growth nationally of 33.5%.
The industries offering the best-paying jobs are health care (14%), education (13.8%), construction (5.8%), finance/insurance (4.4%), public administration (3.9%), hospitality (10.7%), and waste management (3.8%).
The best neighborhoods are on the south side of the town, with home prices up to $700,000.
Here are a few areas with more modestly priced houses for sale:
The Lubbock Independent School District manages the public schools. The school district invests $12,135 for each student each year to pay for educational services. The student-to-teacher ratio is an exceptional 13 to one. This creates a small class size.
There are 15 private schools in the Lubbock area. The top-ranked private schools are Sharp Academy (K to 12th), Trinity Christian School (PK to 12th), and All Saints Episcopal School (PK to 12th).
There are four colleges and universities within a 50-mile area. Lubbock's best schools are the four-year public Texas Tech University and the private four-year Lubbock Christian University.
The municipal government is made up of an elected mayor and six elected council members serving on the City Council.
The Lubbock Parks & Recreation Department manages all the public parks, facilities, and programs for recreational activities. There are park shelters, dog parks, and disc golf courses. There are playgrounds, picnic areas, and enjoyable areas for families to relax. There are basketball courts, walking/jogging tracks, volleyball courts, and tennis courts.
The median sales price for a house in Lubbock is $255,000. This price is decreasing significantly by -12.1% year-over-year. The local real estate market is a buyer’s market with a greater supply of homes listed for sale than interested buyers willing to make a purchase offer.
The cost of living in Lubbock is wonderfully low. It is 5% lower than what is found in other Texan cities and 13% lower than the average for cities across the country.