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Self-Storage Brokerage Real Estate Team in the Pacific Northwest

AREA (American Real Estate Associates) is your experienced Commercial Real Estate Brokerage and Development Firm specializing in Self-Storage, Multi Family, and Commercial Real Estate Investments.

We provide our clients with a tailored consultative method to real estate investing that provides trustworthy insights from brokers who have firsthand knowledge and experience in Self-Storage, Multi-Family, and Commercial Real Estate Investing as well as Operations, Management, and Development.

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  • Testimonials

What Our Customers
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"1 had the privilege to experience Ryan's expertise on two transactions. In the first transaction, he represented the seller not me, the buyer. There were lots of legal complications with the sale. Ryan went above and beyond to help me get the information I needed and to make things right where he could, even though he was not contractually obligated to do so. When it came time to sell the property, I did not hesitate to have him represent me. The sale was long, and at times arduous, but Ryan stayed focused and attended to every detail until the transaction was complete. highly recommend Ryan!"
~ LeRoy Mattson Fairchild Mini Storage Owner
~ LeRoy Mattson Fairchild Mini Storage Owner
"Ryan Layton has been an excellent resource for West Coast SS Group over the last several years resulting in many successful transactions. Ryan understands our purchase criteria and finds compelling opportunities for us. He then represents us very professionally and is timely and proactive in communication and negotiation to ensure transactions close."
Jim McNamee President West Coast Self Storage
Jim McNamee President West Coast Self Storage
"Ryan Layton has been tremendously helpful and supportive as a realtor in assisting us in the acquisition of a mini storage facility. He has been honest and shown a level of commitment to brokering a deal that has been reasonable and fair to both buyer and seller. One of the best realtors I have been able to work with."
Larry Stoker – Monarch Self Storage
Larry Stoker – Monarch Self Storage
"We recently purchased a storage facility and used Ryan as our agent. Great experience, he was always quick to respond and help resolve any issues that came up. Will be using him again on our next purchase."
Troy & Jessica Mullenix - Seltice Mini Storage
Troy & Jessica Mullenix - Seltice Mini Storage
"Ryan is the best! My wife and I purchased Post Falls Mini Storage through Ryan. Ryan works so hard for his clients not just during the sale, but also after the sale. Ryan is our go to guy from now on in any property purchase. You will find no one better!"
Shelle Franceschini - Post Falls Mini Storage
Shelle Franceschini - Post Falls Mini Storage
"Ryan is a fantastic realtor! He is extremely knowledgeable about self storage facilities and went above and beyond for us even after closing. Would highly recommend Ryan and AREA Commercial Real Estate! "
Nicole Baxter - RiverCity Mini Storage
Nicole Baxter - RiverCity Mini Storage
"I have worked closely with Ryan Layton on a variety of commercial and multi-family real estate transactions. Ryan is extremely patient, always looking out for his client's best interests, and has been invaluable in his assistance modeling transactions. I cannot recommend Ryan enough!"
Dan Carpenter - Newport Self Storage
Dan Carpenter - Newport Self Storage
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  • About Us

American Real Estate Associates (AREA)

American Real Estate Associates, Inc. opened its commercial real estate Spokane office in
2004, and since that time, has proven itself to be a leading commercial real estate transaction firm within Spokane, Washington. Focusing on the Commercial Investment markets of Self Storage facilities, Land Development, Mixed-Use Retail, Apartments, Manufactured Housing Communities and Single Tenant Net Leased properties.

We specialize in Self Storage and Investment Property sales, and we serve clients in all price
ranges. We have helped both buyers and sellers with their Self-Storage transactions, successfully closing over $150 Million in Self Storage Real Estate throughout the Northwest.

It’s never easy to find the right real estate investment. AREA Commercial Real Estate works to find both on and off Market deals for our clients. In addition to utilizing our Self-Storage market connections, we provide property/income valuation services to sellers and buyers alike to help you make the right investment decisions. We provide expert advice in real estate dealings, and property management services. Our goal is to be able to provide all the support you may need to facilitate the process of buying or selling your property.

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