Self Storage in Walden, NY

“Akii made everything so simple, and Guardian is the most economical in the area. Online renting is easy, the facility is clean and well lit, and Akii gave me a code for access thats easy to remember! I've rented at various other places due to my college student, and none was as easy or pleasant as this!”

“We rented a storage unit from Safeway Storage, for a short time in 2023, for our relocation out of state. Before we actually rented the unit, we checked out a few different storage facilities in the near by area. I will not comment on the others, but will say that we chose Safeway to do business with.Now first off, I will say that Safeway is by no means perfect. No place is. We looked at prospective units and sizes to see what might be the best option for us. We did see one locker that we had concerns about possible issues with very small wildlife. Maybe not, but we had concerns and chose another option.The unit we chose was large enough to fit our needs and in between other units, limiting possible issues that I just mentioned. Our locker had a wood strip installed at the door bottom, to help for a tight seal. It also had some anti pest blocks in the corners near the door to help as well. I don't know if Safeway did this, or the previous tenant? But it worked well. Other than a few cob webs and such, our storage unit had no issues of any kind and worked well for us.The door had a pull rope on it to assist you in closing the door. Although ours could be uncooperative sometimes when I would try to tuck it inside the units for the better door seal when closing. I learned how to do it best for myself, and it paid off having no seal issues. And it really wasn't that bad as I made it sound. There was a slide lock on the door, where I used a padlock, to somewhat secure the unit. They do sell locks in the office if you find yourself needing a lock. There is a second lock position on said lock. But that is reserved for Safeway to place folks in timeout, who may not live up to the rental agreement (pay their rent or such). But it is not for folks to use two locks.Safeway also has an office with actual people that you can pull in and speak with (during the posted office hours), whether a prospective or current customer. At the time, I was told there are three employees, who normally are office staff. I have met both of the ladies, and only waved to the gentleman. Both of the ladies were very nice and a pleasure to work with. Even the office was fairly nice and somewhat welcoming.There is fencing and cameras for some amount of security. There is a security gate that one must enter a code to enter or exit. I'm pretty sure there is 24 hour access if needed, but check on that if you feel you may need that. I never went after dark, so I cannot comment on lighting. There was no lights or electric in the storage units I looked at or rented.Access to Safeway itself isn't bad. It's located on a somewhat straightaway on route 208 between Walden and Walkill. So pulling in or out is pretty good with a truck or trailer. There is also decent room on either side of the gate, so that you're not in the road and such. Although it can be a little tight when using the touch pad to open the gate. So keep an eye on your truck or trailer to make sure you don't have issues going through the gate. That was probably the worst thing I can say in our experience using Safeway. I did go into the office and mentioned the bushes in front of the keypad were too close to the front of vehicles. They had it trimmed (I think it was) the next day, or very soon after. Which I liked that they maintained the facility and took my concern seriously.Now comes the part no one really wants to talk about, the price. No it isn't cheap to rent a storage unit. Well I guess that also depends on your idea of cheap. But I found Safeway to be competitive or better priced with their competition. We chose Safeway for a number of reasons. Their facility seemed well kept and clean. It also seemed somewhat secure with people on the property most of the time. They also were the most convenient for us at the time of renting. And their price was as good and probably better than the other places we considered.No Safeway Storage was not perfect. But it fit our needs the best. As such, we used Safeway and have nothing but positives to say about them.”

“As a military widow with many, many years of experience renting storage units, I can't say enough good things about Albany Post Self Storage. This is an independently owned facility, and they go the extra mile for their clients. Prices are very competitive, there are security cameras all over the place and they keep it nice and clean. It's even a nice location full of trees and birds, easy in and out and nice wide lanes between the units. Love that I have access to my unit at any time and any questions or concerns are handled immediately and with courtesy and compassion. I have never waited more than a half hour to a response to any questions and I have been renting different units from them for over 16 years which tells you how happy I am.I read in another review that the mousetraps are a concern? I have never EVER used any storage that didn't have concern for such as you never know what people are bringing in or out and this is a lovely country setting. I found it to be very comforting to know that they are so proactive and spend time and resources to help protect their clients items. Believe me there are plenty of other places that don't really care one way or the other. I even had a unit in another place that I found dead lizards in as someone was storing them in their unit!! When I brought it up they said they can't monitor what other people do!? That would never happen here at Albany Post. The property is kept clean and clear and the gravel is maintained and level. I like that it keeps people from driving too fast as that is also a problem I have not experienced since moving into these units. I love supporting local businesses and when they are run like this place it's an absolute pleasure. I wish all my business dealings ran as smoothly and were handled with such good humor and concern. Highest rating and I've recommended them to friends, family and other military members new to the area and have always been thanked by them for doing so. Keep up the good work and thank you for all these years of service.”