{"id":9361,"date":"2023-04-28T14:36:59","date_gmt":"2023-04-28T21:36:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog2.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/?p=9361"},"modified":"2023-09-29T21:40:31","modified_gmt":"2023-09-30T04:40:31","slug":"affordable-parking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/affordable-parking\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently Asked Questions to Find Affordable Parking"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

How can you find a parking spot in busy areas?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you’re seeking a spot to park daily, renting a parking space can be the perfect solution. With a monthly parking option, you can reserve a parking space, store a vehicle when you’re out of town, or park a car that doesn’t fit into the parameters of your apartment lease agreement. There are several different parking options. You can rent a parking space in some public parking facilities like lots, car parks, or parking garages, or you can connect with a private host<\/a> to rent a parking space in a garage, driveway, or other available space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Is buying a parking spot a good investment?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Not always. Like any real estate investment, buying a parking spot can have drawbacks. In some areas (often busy cities) parking spaces are available for purchase. However, investing in a permanent parking space can have disadvantages. You’ll need to pay a significant cost upfront for the purchase. More importantly, you’ll be locked in once the purchase is final without any of the flexibility of a short-term rental. If your circumstances change or you decide the spot isn’t as convenient as you thought, you’re likely to become the owner of the property you never use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How can I get cheaper parking?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For cheap parking, it helps to consider alternatives to traditional parking rental areas like garages or public lots. Whether you plan to store a vehicle for an extended period of time or need an easily accessible parking space, renting a parking space from an individual host can be a less expensive option. Large businesses often depend on brand recognition to get a lot of customers. As the need for monthly parking spots increases in an area, parking rates can increase quickly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re seeking cheap hourly parking, plan ahead and use apps to help you find convenient parking. Various apps designed for short-term parking can help you find available parking and keep up with metered parking so you don’t pay too much or too little and get a ticket. For monthly parking, apps like Neighbor can help you find convenient spaces close to work or home that meet your unique needs. Planning ahead to determine your parking needs will help you find available spaces within your budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How Neighbor is changing car storage<\/h2>\r\n\t\t <\/header>\r\n\t\t
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Transparent monthly savings<\/h3>\r\n\t\t

Renters save 30-50% on car storage, on average. No rate hikes.<\/p>\r\n\t\t <\/div>\r\n\t\t

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Keep your car nearby<\/h3>\r\n\t\t

Find trusted car storage just minutes from where you live.<\/p>\r\n\t\t <\/div>\r\n\t\t

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Storage made simple<\/h3>\r\n\t\t

Don't settle for stone age tech and long contracts. Neighbor makes it easy.<\/p>\r\n\t\t <\/div>\r\n\t\t <\/section>\r\n\t\t