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StorageMart Olmos & San Pedro San Antonio, TX 78212 (866) 748-6951

San Antonio, Texas is a large city that offers so much in culture, dining, education, diversity, shopping, sight seeing, outdoor activities and more, ala Texas style of course. In the south Texas state area, San Antonio is located in the northern part and is the 2nd largest city in the state of Texas, which means the need for lots of self storage close to Olmos and San Pedro. There were originally some American Indians that inhabited the valley of the San Antonio River who called the area “refreshing waters.” But the formal name of San Antonio did not come about until a group of Spanish explorers stopped on June 13th and named the area San Antonio after the feast day of Saint Anthony.

Today’s San Antonio, Texas is looped by two major freeways and one interstate. When looking at a map of San Antonio, Texas the circular pattern of the interstates and freeways become very apparent. These roadways can cause anyone not familiar with the area, a major pain. Knowing your way around these parts will save you time and gas money. Many drivers not familiar with the area find themselves looping around and around looking for the correct exit. There are many self storage locations in the city like the one at Closer to the downtown area at StorageMart, 400 West Olmos San Antonio, Texas 78212, there are many well known “districts” or areas of interest. These districts include: Civic District (Historic), Alamodome District, Market Square District, North River District, Central Business District, North Downtown District, La Villita District, Houston Street District, So So, South town District, Convention Center District, the University District, the King William Historic District, River Bend District and the Alamo District.  

The Uptown Loop area is known to locals as a haven for many retail stores and large numbers of office space, these combined make up over 22 million square feet. If you are in the area stop by the North Star Mall or the San PedroTowne Center to curb your shopping fix. These two shopping areas have many of the popular national department stores as well as smaller unique stores to fit anyone’s shopping needs. StorageMart is located at 400 West Olmos San Antonio, Texas 78212 and has self storage available. Close to the Uptown Loop area there is the Uptown Broadway area and together they make up the Uptown Central area. Some neighborhoods in the Uptown Broadway area include Terrell Hills, Alamo Heights, and Olmos Park. Olmos Park has enough population in its area alone to support its own zip code, 78212. These neighborhoods are affluent and are located in an area that does not seem large enough to support the sizeable amount of people (over 15,000 people in 4 square miles) who live there. Two famous people that live in the area are Tommy Lee Jones, actor and Thomas Gibson, actor. The Mc Nay Art Museum and the Witte Museum are two well know museums in the Olmos area. 

The Olmos Park area is a great area for a StorageMart self storage facility in San Antonio, Texas. Because of the very high density of people, many folks will decide they need self storage in San Antonio at Olmos and San Pedro. When you get that many people in one area, it usually means that the housing and or apartments are on the smaller side. The Olmos area or San Antonio, Texas 78212 is just off San Pedro Avenue and close to the Olmos Park. This area of San Antonio, Texas is just north of the Downtown district and nestled between Highway 281 and Interstate 10. There are several self storage businesses in San Antonio, Texas 78212 but one should always shop around for the best value for the price. Try StorageMart at 400 West Olmos for a great local self storage location. When shopping around for storage at 400 West Olmos San Antonio, Texas 78212, look for clean well lit self storage properties that are gated and have good security systems. Ask for a site tour and visit more than one self storage facility to compare. The prices might be close, but are their amenities the same? Making an even comparison will help with your decision about local StorageMart self storage in San Antonio, Texas. Even the best neighborhoods can be targets for crime, with criminals thinking that the nicer the neighborhood the nicer the stuff to steal.

Some of the more “famous” attractions in the Olmos, San Antonio, Texas area include:

• Brackenridge Park located next to the San Antonio Zoo. This park is great for getting some outside time with activities such as walking paths, fishing, paddle boats, birding, picnicking and bicycling along the San Antonio River. If you would like to golf at the oldest municipal golf course in Texas then the Brackenridge Golf Course is the one for you.
• The San Antonio Zoo is named after Colonel George W. Brackenridge who started with a few animals and donated land that later became the San Antonio Zoo. The San Antonio Zoo is a world class Zoo and has everything from an African Plains area to aquariums to reptiles and birds, kid specific areas and more. Plan to spend a day or more exploring this wonderful and interactive attraction.  
• Fort Sam Houston was built in 1845 but it was moved in 1876 to its present location. This fort was known as “the birthplace of Military aviation.” Named after the First President of the Republic of Texas it is now known as the “Home of Army Medicine” and the “Home of Combat Medic.” It is the most important and largest medical military training facility in the world.
• Joe Freeman Coliseum had been providing the San Antonio area entertainment and sporting events for over 50 years. Currently the Joe Freeman Coliseum has concerts, rodeos, fights, boxing matches, cheerleading competitions, trade shows, dog shows and more.

Of course the most popular landmark in the San Antonio, Texas area is the Alamo. The Alamo was named as San Antonio’s first mission in 1718. The Battle of the Alamo in 1836 is known in history where 189 defenders held the mission against thousands of Mexican troops for over 12 days. “Remember the Alamo” is a famous cry used in battles even after the Battle of the Alamo.

Only two of the original sections, the barracks and the chapel of the fort still remain today and tours and information can be found in history books and the Internet alike. Many tourists visit this spot each day, making it a favorite landmark in Texas. San Antonio, Texas is sometimes called “Alamo City” because of the popular spot. Mixing old and new attractions for the area include a Ripley’s Believe It or Not on the same street at the historic Alamo. There is also a Louis Tussaud’s Wax Works next door.  Downtown San Antonio has its own special landmark, the River Walk. This pedestrian friendly walking path winds its way on either side of the San Antonio River. On both side there are many shops and a great mix of restaurants combined with a soothing atmosphere that draws many to its waters. The River Walk is lined with luscious plant, large flowing trees and beautiful flower life. Boat tours and floating parades are a common site at San Antonio River Walk.

With so much activity going on in San Antonio, Texas and the close knit neighborhoods of the Olmos area you might need a self storage unit at 400 West Olmos San Antonio, Texas 78212 to store some of those extra items out of your home. Bicycles, grills, books, boxes and storage bins are easy to collect in your home and can make you feel claustrophobic. Self storage at StorageMart 400 West Olmos San Antonio, Texas 78212 can make your home feel more open and livable. There are also many offices and businesses in the Olmos/San Antonio, Texas area. Many offices and businesses often need storage at 400 West Olmos San Antonio, Texas 78212 for extra office equipment, computer storage, document storage, inventory overflow, and marketing and promotional materials. If your business finds itself cluttered and unorganized, then you should look into self storage at StorageMart 400 West Olmos San Antonio, Texas 78212. Check with other neighboring businesses on recommendations for local self storage in San Antonio, Texas. Word of mouth is a great way to get a solid recommendation for a self storage facility that is clean, secure and worth the money.

San Antonio, Texas and the Olmos area are great for local attractions, wonderful dining experiences, top notch shopping, a world class zoo, history and culture. Visit the area and you will be welcomed with open arms, as the city claims to be the “friendliest city” that pride themselves on hospitality, diversity, cleanliness and some southern charm thrown into the mix. Moving to the area? There are many resources to help you with your relocation to a new city.

Look to your local city government to find out where to get information about utilities, schools, pubic transportation and more. Looking in your local San Antonio, Texas area phone books will give you lots of phone numbers and business listings for local self storage at StorageMart (400 West Olmos San Antonio, Texas 78212), dining, dry cleaning, hardware stores, and grocery stores. Whatever the reason you find yourself in San Antonio, Texas you will be happily surprised. Wander around the River Walk, take in some local food, shop and people watch in this great city or, visit some American history at its finest. San Antonio is a wonderful and welcoming city in the grand state of Texas.

StorageMart Olmos & San Pedro
400 W. Olmos
San Antonio, TX 78212
(866) 748-6951

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