Downsizing in the Lowcountry? Beaufort + Port Royal Storage for Retiring Families

The Lowcountry is one of the most popular retirement destinations in the US. Most retirees arrive having downsized from larger homes elsewhere — but the downsizing process rarely happens in one weekend.

Forward Storage operates two Lowcountry properties (Shell Point Self Storage in Beaufort, Port Royal Self Storage in Port Royal) that catch the months-long transition.

Why downsizing storage matters

1. Month 1: Move from old home. Everything that doesn’t fit goes to storage.
2. Months 2-3: Settle into new home.
3. Months 3-6: Adult children visit. Claim heirlooms.
4. Months 6-9: Estate sale company comes.
5. Months 9-12: Final sort. Donate. Vacate storage.

Forward Storage Lowcountry locations

• Shell Point Self Storage — 878 Parris Island Gateway, Beaufort SC 29906
• Port Royal Self Storage — 1720 Ribaut Road, Port Royal SC 29935

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