Public Storage began in 1972 as a self-storage business built around acquiring, developing, and operating storage properties, and the company has grown into a major real estate investment trust focused on storage assets. Public Storage serves customers through a wide network of self-storage facilities across the United States and Europe, with offerings that include storage units, climate-controlled space, business storage, and vehicle storage. The company provides online reservations and month-to-month rental options, supporting both personal and business storage needs. Public Storage remains centered on self-storage real estate and related services, with a market presence that spans a large portfolio of facilities and a broad customer base.