Longtime friends and business leaders Bill Hobin and Phil Johnson have teamed up to reimagine a beloved Stockton landmark, bringing fresh purpose to the iconic Pacific Storage building. For more than a century, the Pacific Storage building at 523 N Hunter St. has been a cornerstone of downtown Stockton. Now, it’s stepping into a bold new era as StorQuest Self Storage—where history meets innovation. Blending history with innovation, the duo has reimagined the space as a state-of-the-art self-storage facility, ensuring its legacy remains an integral part of Stockton’s story.
“Stockton has always been a special place for both of us, and revitalizing this building was about much more than storage—it was an opportunity to preserve a piece of the city’s history while giving it a new economic purpose for the future,” StorQuest CEO Bill Hobin states. “I am proud of the work done by the team to transform the building, and look forward to owning and operating the new business with Phil and the extended Johnson and Wagner families.”
What was once a hub for storage and logistics has been reimagined to serve the city in a whole new way—offering modern, purpose-driven storage solutions for residents and businesses alike. Featuring climate-controlled units, advanced security systems, and a variety of unit sizes, the newly renovated space is designed to meet the evolving needs of Stockton’s growing community. Leading the design and construction efforts was Tim Hobin, Bill’s brother and a partner at The William Warren Group, who oversees the firm’s construction and real estate teams…