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Extra Space Storage

Self-storage facility · Washington, DC · reviewed since 2017

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%92+58.4Reliability 28%91+25.7Replies to reviews 8%100+8.2Experts Score= 92Not 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.92SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#18 of 70 storage unitsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 75%
4.9 ★★★★★ 1,286 Google reviews · 23 photos
96%five-star reviews
4.86★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.3%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.
86%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Extra Space Storage at a glance

Customers frequently praise the facility's cleanliness, security, and helpful staff who assist with unit access and billing inquiries. Recurring themes include friendly communication and easy access to storage spaces. However, lower-rated reviews highlight significant issues with phone responsiveness, where callers often encounter long hold times or no answers. Additionally, several customers report substantial, unexpected rent increases after initial promotional periods, citing a lack of prior notice and perceived bait-and-switch tactics.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 1,286 reviews (96% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 1,286 Google reviews (964 with written comments, 9 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 86% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 31, 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.

Satisfaction92Reliability91Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews100Satisfaction: 92 (median 86)Reliability: 91 (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: 92/100 on this factor. Category median: 86.A
92
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: 91/100 on this factor. Category median: 79.A
91
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

1,286 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars1,23496%
  • 4 stars282%
  • 3 stars60%
  • 2 stars20%
  • 1 star161%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 964 written reviews

  • Praise1,03898%
  • Complaints182%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude51949%
  • Quality & results16115%
  • Would recommend12512%
  • Speed & response10810%
  • Communication697%
  • Price & value585%
  • Honesty & trust162%

What customers talk about

We read 964 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Jerome at the front office was extremely helpful and provided excellent customer service.”
    “Manger was very rude and spoke with a very obvious attitude.”
  • “Because of his outstanding service, I will continue using this location and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a company that values its customers.”
  • “I had a great and smooth experience at Extra Space Storage, I highly recommended it.”
  • “The next day, he followed through exactly as promised.”
  • “She listened with intent and asked open ended questions to best fit us in a unit that would both fit our belongings and our budget.”
  • “The place is clean, affordable and overall super easy to access.”
    “I had a decent experience with the storage itself, but when it came time to move out I was misled and ripped off.”
  • “It’s refreshing to deal with someone who genuinely cares about helping customers and making sure everything goes smoothly.”
    “Shady as hell but welcome to customer service in 2026.”

People customers mention

  • Danielle 78 reviews
  • Shannon 28 reviews
  • Crystalle 21 reviews
  • Sophia 17 reviews
  • Crystal 15 reviews
  • Amelia 13 reviews

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

Recent reviews

Carson2 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★★★★★

Jerome at the front office was extremely helpful and provided excellent customer service. He was professional, friendly, and willing to go out of his way to help. It’s refreshing to deal with someone who genuinely cares about helping customers and making sure everything goes smoothly. Jerome is a great asset to the…

Jason2 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. · Edited 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Crystal was great. She set us up for a unit quickly. Facility is very clean and safe

Antonio1 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. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

I was just at my unit, and my keys fell down to the unit underneath mines, the staff, Jerome, assisted me with the matter, and recovered my keys, thank you.

Omoaluse1 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. · Edited 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Just visited this facility. The space is brand new, super clean, and the staff is really friendly and professional. The place looks very secure as well. I feel comfortable storing my valuables here.

Gregory2 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. · 4 weeks ago★★★★★

Miss Tia at this location really helped us when it came to our concerns about the rent increase and downgrading to a smaller unit! She listened with intent and asked open ended questions to best fit us in a unit that would both fit our belongings and our budget. To be honest, her customer service is why I am staying…

C.K.4 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. · Edited a month ago★★★★★

What the reviews say are true. Tia is professional, kind, and about her business. Location is clean and has a nice parking,

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 1,286 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

Team members customers mention
Filter by topic — each topic is highlighted in the reviews in the same color
Steve Brescia
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great service from staff on site.

Response from the owner · 18 hours ago

Thank you for sharing your experience, Steve! We're glad to hear you received great service from our team at Extra Space Storage.

Carson2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Carson has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Jerome at the front office was extremely helpful and provided excellent customer service. He was professional, friendly, and willing to go out of his way to help. It’s refreshing to deal with someone who genuinely cares about helping customers and making sure everything goes smoothly. Jerome is a great asset to the facility, and I really appreciate his help.

Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you for sharing your experience with Extra Space Storage, Carson. We are glad to hear that Jerome provided professional and helpful service, and we will be sure to pass along your kind words to him and the team. We appreciate your support!

Elena Lake2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Elena has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Jerome was very helpful and professional

Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you for sharing your experience, Elena! We're glad to hear Jerome was helpful and professional, and we will be sure to pass along your kind words to him and the team.

Jason Babcock2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jason has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Crystal was great. She set us up for a unit quickly. Facility is very clean and safe

Response from the owner · 7 years ago

Thank you for your feedback, Jason! Providing renters with clean and secure facilities is our top priority. Crystal and the rest of our team are happy to help, so let us know if you have any questions!

Antonio Walker1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Antonio has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I was just at my unit, and my keys fell down to the unit underneath mines, the staff, Jerome, assisted me with the matter, and recovered my keys, thank you.

Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago

Thank you for sharing Antonio. We’re ecstatic to hear Jerome assisted in recovering your keys and provided helpful service.

Omoaluse Amenkhienan Kessie1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Omoaluse has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Just visited this facility. The space is brand new, super clean, and the staff is really friendly and professional. The place looks very secure as well. I feel comfortable storing my valuables here.

Response from the owner · 7 years ago

Thank you for the kind words, Omoaluse. We're glad to hear our staff was able to help! Security is our top priority and we appreciate that you have trusted us with your belongings. Let us know if you need any assistance!

Gregory Kasten2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Gregory has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Miss Tia at this location really helped us when it came to our concerns about the rent increase and downgrading to a smaller unit! She listened with intent and asked open ended questions to best fit us in a unit that would both fit our belongings and our budget. To be honest, her customer service is why I am staying with Extra Space Storage - she went above and beyond! Rest assured that you are in good hands with her. Miss Tia, I want to personally thank you for your hard work and dedication. You made me feel seen and heard. Thank you.

Response from the owner · 4 weeks ago

Thank you for sharing your experience with Extra Space Storage Gregory. We are glad to hear that Miss Tia took the time to understand your needs and help you find a unit that fit both your belongings and your budget. We will be sure to share your kind words with Miss Tia and the rest of our team.

Kelly Paul3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kelly has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great staff. Facility is kept very clean

Response from the owner · a month ago

Kelly, we’re thrilled to hear our great staff and clean facility made your experience a five-star one.

C.K. Thorpe4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews C.K. has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

What the reviews say are true. Tia is professional, kind, and about her business. Location is clean and has a nice parking,

Response from the owner · 3 months ago

We are delighted to hear Tia and Jerome made such a strong impression. Their professionalism reflects our team's commitment to excellent service. Thank you, C. K..

kidist haregu7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews kidist has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I had a great and smooth experience at Extra Space Storage, I highly recommended it.

Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago

Thank you for sharing your positive experience Kidist! We’re grateful to know your storage experience was smooth, and we appreciate your recommendation.

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