# Storage Space-Renting Services 'Padstash' Connects Neighbors to Rent Spaces for Storage By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-12-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rent-space References: [betalist](https://betalist.com/startups/padstash) & [padstash](http://www.padstash.com) Those who have too much stuff and need a place to store it or those who have [extra space to spare](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rentnow) will find 'Padstash' to be a great utility to rent spaces or rent them out. 'Padstash' works as a platform for [connecting neighbors to one another](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neigbordrop) to help them either find a place to store their extra stuff or rent out their extra space to those who need it. Traditional storage units are often on the outskirts of a city and are a pain to get to, especially for those who might not have their own car or access to one. 'Padstash' helps users to rent space nearby in a bid to help focus on convenience and community building. 'Padstash' is also a great way to [rent out a parking spot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/park4me), and helps take the awkwardness out of getting paid by setting up guaranteed payments. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Community-based Storage Solutions:** Padstash connects neighbors to rent spaces for storage, promoting convenience and community building. - **Shared Economy for Storage:** Padstash serves as an online platform for individuals to rent out their extra space, enabling a shared economy for storage. - **Convenient and Guaranteed Payments:** Padstash provides a seamless and guaranteed payment system, making the process of renting out parking spots or storage spaces more efficient. ### Where This Applies - **Self-storage Industry:** Padstash disrupts the traditional self-storage industry by offering community-based and convenient storage solutions. - **Shared Economy Platforms:** Padstash contributes to the shared economy trend by providing a platform for individuals to rent out their extra space. - **Parking Industry:** Padstash offers a disruption to the parking industry by making it easier for individuals to rent out their parking spots and receive guaranteed payments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Peer-to-Peer Parking Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valay-park.md) - [Flexible Space Booking](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacepal.md) - [Peer-to-Peer Sharing Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapp.md) - [Payment-Giving Parking Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/payment-parking-app.md) - [Community Borrowing Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/community-borrowing-apps.md) - [Peer-To-Peer Rental Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peertopeer-rental.md) - [Peer-to-Peer Rental Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rax.md) - [Flexible Rent Payment Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xspaced.md) - [Smart Parking Access](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/park4me.md)