Extra Space Storage Inc. and Life Storage Inc. announced that the companies have completed their previously announced merger, following approval by the shareholders of both companies. The combined company is now the largest storage operator in the country (based on the number of self-storage locations) with over 3,500 locations, approximately 270 million square feet of rentable storage space, and over two million customers. The combined entity will be among the largest REITs in the MSCI U.S. REIT Index, with an enterprise value of approximately $46 billion.

In connection with the completion of the merger, the Extra Space board has expanded from 10 to 13 directors with the addition of three new directors designated by Life Storage: Mark G. Barberio, Joseph V. Saffire, and Susan Harnett.