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Extra Space Storage

Self-storage facility · Washington, DC · reviewed since 2019

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%84+53.4Reliability 28%79+22.3Replies to reviews 8%100+8.2Experts Score= 84Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.84SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#36 of 70 storage unitsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 49%
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,154 Google reviews · 23 photos
94%five-star reviews
4.81★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
3.3%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
99%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Extra Space Storage at a glance

Google reviewers praise the facility for its cleanliness, security, and helpful staff who provide patient assistance during move-ins and answer questions. Recurring themes highlight easy checkout processes, available carts, and responsive communication. However, lower-rated reviews criticize misleading initial pricing that increases after promotional periods, significant lien fees, and difficulties reaching customer service by phone.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 1,154 reviews (94% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 1,154 Google reviews (916 with written comments, 20 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 99% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 29, 2026.
  • Service: Storage Unit serving Washington, District of Columbia.

Data from Google, last updated November 1, 2026.

Score profile vs other storage units

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and replies to reviews; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction84Reliability79Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews100Satisfaction: 84 (median 86)Reliability: 79 (median 79)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 100 (median 100)
Extra Space StorageStorage Units median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Extra Space Storage: 84/100 on this factor. Category median: 86.A
84
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Extra Space Storage: 79/100 on this factor. Category median: 79.B
79
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Extra Space Storage: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Extra Space Storage: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100

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Star ratings

1,154 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars1,07994%
  • 4 stars303%
  • 3 stars91%
  • 2 stars61%
  • 1 star303%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 916 written reviews

  • Praise1,04297%
  • Complaints353%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude49446%
  • Quality & results20319%
  • Would recommend13813%
  • Speed & response969%
  • Communication686%
  • Price & value545%
  • Honesty & trust242%

What customers talk about

We read 916 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Staff is nice they helped my move-in process go smoother with all the anxiety I had going on.”
    “The lady Imani that answered the phone (who also left me messages) was extremely rude, Curt, and unprofessional.”
  • “I’ve had a great experience with Extra Space Storage on Bladensburg Rd.”
    “…ty (including the old Capital Self Storage) and this is, by far, the worst facility and customer service I've ever experienced.…”
  • “Customer service is very good very patient & understanding highly recommend for first choice !”
    “I would have given Extra Storage Space 5 Stars for facility upkeep and even my customer service today but I can't.”
  • “Imani got us through the process quickly and was super helpful.”
  • “He was quick to help me and know exactly what I needed, he explained everything and helped me with every question I had.”
  • “Friendly staff, reasonable pricing, decent facility location.”
    “Not worth it.”
  • “Mani made everything easy and was genuinely welcoming, which made my experience at Extra Space Storage so much better.”

People customers mention

  • Imani 41 reviews
  • Renae 37 reviews
  • Lee 31 reviews
  • Lakita 30 reviews
  • Crystalle 16 reviews
  • Mike 15 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

Jonah1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 days ago★★★★★

Staff is nice they helped my move-in process go smoother with all the anxiety I had going on. Please go rent here today

rickkia1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

Customer service is very good very patient & understanding highly recommend for first choice !

Artiana4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

Imani customer service expert in person maintained a positive attitude very helpful highly recommended at this location I will be coming back !

Kemi1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Amazing and helpful service. Registration was a smooth process. The facility is clean. Darnell and Jelani were absolutely awesome!

AnamikaLocal Guide · 31 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Great storage unit, clean, smells great. Imani got us through the process quickly and was super helpful. She found us the best price. Amazing experience!

April2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Imani Rice at the Bladensburg, Rd. faculty in DC is the absolute BEST! Today she helped me out tremendously! I had an issue and she was able to solve it with a smile!!!! She gave me the most exceptional customer service experience I could have possibly asked for. This young lady deserves a raise!

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 1,154 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Jonah Williams1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Jonah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Staff is nice they helped my move-in process go smoother with all the anxiety I had going on. Please go rent here today

Response from the owner · 2 days ago

Your feedback is incredibly valuable, Jonah. We're glad our staff eased your move-in anxiety. Thank you for recommending us, Jonah!

rickkia jackson1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews rickkia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Customer service is very good very patient & understanding highly recommend for first choice !

Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you for sharing your experience and for recommending Extra Space Storage, Rickkia! We're glad to hear our team provided patient and understanding customer service. We appreciate your support!

Artiana Thompson4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Artiana has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Imani customer service expert in person maintained a positive attitude very helpful highly recommended at this location I will be coming back !

Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you for sharing your experience with Extra Space Storage, Artiana! We're glad to hear that Imani provided such helpful and positive service, and we will be sure to share your kind words with her and the team. We look forward to seeing you again!

Kemi Okunade1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Kemi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Amazing and helpful service. Registration was a smooth process. The facility is clean. Darnell and Jelani were absolutely awesome!

Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you for sharing your experience with Extra Space Storage, Kemi. We're glad to hear that the registration process was smooth and that you found our facility clean. We appreciate you recognizing Darnell and Jelani, and we will be sure to share your kind words with them and the team!

Anamika UsmanLocal Guide · 31 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Anamika has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great storage unit, clean, smells great. Imani got us through the process quickly and was super helpful. She found us the best price. Amazing experience!

Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you, Anamika, for sharing your experience with Extra Space Storage! We are glad to hear that your unit is clean and that the process went smoothly.

R CLARRISSIALocal Guide · 11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews R has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Place is super clean and staff is great.

Response from the owner · 4 weeks ago

Thank you for sharing your experience. We are glad to hear that you found our facility clean and our team helpful at Extra Space Storage.

April Carter2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews April has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Imani Rice at the Bladensburg, Rd. faculty in DC is the absolute BEST! Today she helped me out tremendously! I had an issue and she was able to solve it with a smile!!!! She gave me the most exceptional customer service experience I could have possibly asked for. This young lady deserves a raise!

Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you, April, for sharing your experience with Extra Space Storage. We are glad to hear that Imani was able to assist you and resolve your issue with a smile.

Aniya Inman2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Aniya has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Mani provided excellent customer service! She were very friendly, professional, patient, and helpful throughout the entire process. Mani made everything easy and was genuinely welcoming, which made my experience at Extra Space Storage so much better. It’s always appreciated when someone takes the time to make sure you’re taken care of. Thank you, Mani, for the great service! I definitely recommend asking for Mani if you need assistance!

Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you for sharing your experience and recommendation, Aniya. We're glad to hear that Mani provided friendly, professional, and patient service throughout your visit. We will be sure to share your kind words with Mani and the rest of our team.

Michelle Cash1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Michelle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

The Manager is extremely Extraordinary, Professional, Knowledgeable, Considerate, Attentive, Polite and most of all RESPECTFUL. The facility is very clean inside and out and even the elevators. This particular facility, I always recommend it to individuals for storage and even for employment. Please, keep the great Management and work up. Thank you in advance for Exceptional Service. 5 Stars!

Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you for sharing your experience and for recommending Extra Space Storage, Michelle. We are glad to hear that you have had such a positive experience with our manager and that our facility has remained clean and well-maintained.

Elvira Barreto2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Elvira has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I rented out a unit here and everyone was so kind and the manager Darnell was very professional. He was able to answer any questions I had, which made the entire experience so much easier for me. The facility is exceptionally clean, well lit, and secure. This gave me a peace of mind storing my items there. Highly recommend this facility.

Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you, Elvira, for sharing your experience and recommending Extra Space Storage. We're glad our clean, secure facility gave you peace of mind, and we will be sure to share your kind words with Darnell and the rest of the team.

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