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Storage Unit Size Guide

Storage needs can vary based on what you’re storing and how well you organize it. Use the guide below as a helpful starting point to choose the right unit size.

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Step 1 - Make a List of What You’re Storing

Start by listing everything you plan to store, including boxable items and larger pieces like furniture or appliances. Be sure to note items that won’t fit in boxes.

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Step 2 - Group and Count Your Items

Organize your list by categories—such as boxes, furniture, and odd-shaped items—and count how many of each you have.

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Step 2 - Use the Size Guide Below

With your full list in hand, check out our Storage Unit Size Guide below to find tips and suggestions for choosing the best unit size for your needs.

5x10 Storage Unit

5x10 Self Storage Unit

Our 5×10 (50 sq. ft.) storage units offer a versatile solution for a variety of needs. About the size of a large walk-in closet or shed, they’re perfect for storing the contents of a small apartment, a bedroom, or a home office — including furniture, boxes, lawn equipment and more.

Great for storing:

  • Business inventory, documents, or office supplies
  • Seasonal items like holiday décor, lawn equipment, snowboards, or camping gear
  • Bedroom furniture such as beds, dressers, and nightstands
  • Art, musical instruments, and mid-sized appliances
10x10 Storage Unit

10x10 Storage Unit

Our 10×10 (100 sq. ft.) storage units strike the perfect balance of space—ideal for larger furniture or equipment without being too large. About the size of half a standard garage, they’re well-suited for storing the contents of a one-bedroom home, including furniture, appliances, and boxes.

Great for storing:

  • Furniture including sofas, tables, dressers, mattresses, and nightstands
  • Seasonal gear like garden tools, bikes, skis, and camping equipment
  • Office essentials such as desks, chairs, and shelving units
  • Larger appliances like washers, dryers, fridges, deep freezers and more!
8x20 Storage Unit

8x20 Storage Unit

Popular with small families, our 8×20 storage units provide 160 square feet of space—about the size of a large bedroom. They’re ideal for storing the contents of a two-bedroom home, including furniture, boxes, and appliances.

Great for storing:

  • Large furniture: sofas, dining sets, dressers, and beds
  • Major appliances: washer, dryer, refrigerator
  • Outdoor gear: grills, bikes, skis, camping supplies
  • Business items: inventory, desks, chairs, and shelves

10x20 Storage Unit

With 200 square feet of space, our 10×20 storage units are perfect for home transitions, staging, or major renovations. Similar in size to a small garage, they can comfortably hold the contents of a three- to four-bedroom home, including large furniture, appliances, and boxes.

Great for storing:

  • Large furniture: sectionals, dining sets, mattresses, dressers, and entertainment centers
  • Major appliances: washer, dryer, refrigerator
  • Large electronics and instruments: TVs, pianos, sound systems
  • Outdoor gear: lawnmowers, grills, bikes, skis, and camping gear
  • Business items: inventory, desks, chairs, shelving