Storage Unit Size Guide

While the size requirements for storing personal belongings may vary depending on the items being stored and the renter’s organization skills, the guide below can be used as a starting point to help determine the appropriate storage size.

Step One – Select Your Item Sizes

Put together a list of items that can fit in boxes and what size boxes. Don’t forget to include items that cannot fit in boxes.

Step Two – Categorize Your Items

Make a quick list of items you plan to store, including furniture, appliances, and any awkwardly-shaped items that will not be packed in boxes.

Step Three – Categorize Your Item Quantities

Determine how many boxes of different sizes you’ll be using. Make a list of all the pieces of furniture and other items you need to store in your unit.

Step Four – Estimate What Size Unit You Need

Now that you have compiled a list of how many boxes and items you need to store in your unit, use our Size Guide Breakdown below that gives tips and suggestions on what size unit you may need.

Unit Size Guide Breakdown

5’x5′

This compact yet powerful storage unit is perfect for your needs! Our 5×5 units, offering 25 square feet of space, are comparable to a walk-in closet and are ideal for storing household clutter, seasonal items, and small furniture.

Great for storing:

Small furniture or appliances
Office supplies, business records, and tax files
Garden tools, camping gear, or other seasonal decor and equipment
Old toys and offseason clothing

5’x10′

Our 5×10, 50-square-foot storage units are highly sought after due to their versatility and functionality. Comparable to the size of a large shed, these units are ideal for storing items from a small apartment or the complete furnishings of a bedroom or office.

Great for storing:

Business materials, files, or inventory
Seasonal decorations and gear like lawn mowers, snowboards, and camping equipment
Bed sets, dressers, and side tables
Art pieces, musical instruments, and medium-sized appliances

10’x10′

Our 10×10, 100-square-foot storage units are the perfect size for larger furniture or equipment—not too big, not too small. Comparable to half a standard garage, these units can easily accommodate the belongings of a one-bedroom home.

Ideal for storing:

Furniture like sofas, tables, dressers, mattress sets, and coffee or nightstands
Electronics and musical instruments
Seasonal items such as garden tools, bicycles, skis, and camping gear
Office items including desks, chairs, and shelving

10’x15′

A favorite among small families, our 10×15 storage units offer 150 square feet of space, roughly equivalent to a spacious bedroom. These units are perfect for accommodating the belongings of a two-bedroom home.

Great for storing:

Large household items like sofas, dining tables, dressers, bedroom sets, and bookcases
Major appliances, including washers, dryers, and refrigerators
Outdoor gear such as grills, bicycles, skis, and camping equipment
Business inventory and office furnishings like desks, chairs, and shelving units

10’x20′

Our 10×20 storage units, offering 200 square feet of space, are ideal if you’re transitioning between homes, preparing your house for sale, or undertaking a major renovation. Comparable to a small garage, these units can easily hold the belongings of a three- or four-bedroom house.

Great for storing:

Large household items like sectional sofas, dining tables, mattress sets, dressers, and entertainment centers
Major appliances including washers, dryers, and refrigerators
Big musical instruments and electronics, such as pianos and televisions
Outdoor gear such as lawnmowers, grills, bicycles, skis, and camping equipment
Business inventory and office furnishings like desks, chairs, and shelving units

10’x30′

For those in need of significant storage space, our 10×30 units provide 300 square feet, similar to a large garage. These units are spacious enough to accommodate the belongings of a four- or five-bedroom house.

Ideal for storing:

Items that are difficult to pack in boxes
Oversized furniture like sectional sofas, entertainment centers, and bedroom or dining sets
Major appliances including washers, dryers, and refrigerators
Outdoor gear such as lawnmowers, grills, bicycles, and small boats or canoes
Business inventory and office furnishings such as desks, chairs, and shelving

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