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Grant thinks it can be. For someone routinely arriving after 10 p.m. or midnight, he would personally pay roughly $50–$75 per month for a reserved space close to the elevator when available. The value comes from convenience and reducing the late-night walk through the garage. He also wants excellent lighting, a fast modern garage gate, and reliable elevators. A reserved space is not necessary for everyone, but its value rises when the renter has late work hours or strongly values the shortest possible route from car to apartment.
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