Oostenrijk, Wenen
10.12.2025
Many investors with capital between 200,000 and 1,000,000 PLN face a dilemma: should they invest in a traditional rental property (apartments, commercial units), or choose the modern and stable model of a self-storage franchise? Although both options are linked to the real-estate market, their risk profiles, return potential and level of operational involvement are radically different. A precise investment comparison is crucial for making informed decisions.
Rentabox24, as one of the leaders in the self-storage franchise sector, actively promotes this model as a safer alternative to traditional rentals. The unmanned model offered within the Rentabox24 self-storage franchise is a key argument for a higher level of passive income.
Traditional property, although perceived as safe, is associated with low liquidity and high concentration risk. In this respect a self-storage franchise is more flexible and diversified.
| Feature | Self-Storage Franchise (e.g. Rentabox24) | Purchase of Property (apartment for rent) |
| Liquidity | Medium. Selling is easier than selling an entire residential building. | Very low. Requires a long sales process. |
| Vacancy risk | Low and diversified (many small units). | High and concentrated (a vacancy in one apartment means 100% loss of income from that asset). |
| Crisis resilience | High (growing demand for storage in times of uncertainty). | Variable (risk of lack of tenants and lower rents). |
In terms of diversification, a self-storage franchise – by renting out dozens or even hundreds of small units – naturally spreads risk, which is missing in the case of a single apartment. This is why the “franchise or property” debate often ends in favour of self storage.
A key element when making an investment comparison is the level of passive income. Renting out an apartment requires constant involvement (repairs, maintenance issues, changing tenants). A self-storage franchise in an unmanned model is far more passive.
| Indicator | Self-Storage Franchise | Apartment Rental |
| Involvement | Low (automation, central management by Rentabox24). | High (contact with tenants, issues, payments). |
| Fixed costs | Very low (no staff, simple maintenance). | High (management costs, repair funds, depreciation). |
| Speed of return | Faster. Possibility of achieving double-digit ROI in a shorter time. | Slower. Based on long-term growth in property value. |
For an investor seeking passive income, the answer to the question “franchise or property” is simple – a self-storage franchise offers income stability with minimal personal effort.
The entry threshold for a self-storage franchise is comparable to the purchase of a small rental apartment. Rentabox24 offers scalable solutions where the minimum investment starts below the price of a large, two-room apartment in the capital city.
The biggest advantage is the lack of problematic tenants. In a self-storage franchise the relationship is purely commercial, and non-payment for a unit allows for fast and straightforward debt collection or clearance of the space. Moreover, the investment comparison shows that self storage is more resistant to market fluctuations.
Definitely yes. Thanks to the unmanned model and central support, a self-storage franchise is a true turnkey business. A Rentabox24 franchisee does not deal with marketing, customer service or invoicing, which makes managing a rental apartment a much more time-consuming and engaging activity in comparison.
If you are looking for stable passive income and want to diversify your portfolio with an asset resistant to crises, a self-storage franchise is the more profitable option. By eliminating vacancy risk and high operating costs, it offers a faster and safer return than traditional rentals. Contact Rentabox24 to start your own investment comparison in self storage.
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