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Whether you’re storing your equipment, expanding your business, or going through a major life change, self-storage offers the flexibility and space to support your goals. Storage.com makes it easy to search, compare, and reserve self-storage units near you in minutes. Find the right unit size, amenities, and price all in one place, and we’ll take care of the rest.

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Find Your Perfect Fit: Storage Size Comparison

Traditional storage units come in an array of sizes, ranging from space equivalent to a coat closet to those large enough to store the contents of an entire home.

5' Wide x 5' Long

  • Fits a dresser, small mattress set, and several boxes
  • Great for creating additional space for those living in studios or apartments
  • Many store seasonal items, gardening tools, and clothing inside

Business or Personal: There's a Storage Option for Everyone

Storage is built for flexibility.

Homeowners use it to manage space during renovations or moves. Business owners use it to manage inventory, documents, and equipment.

Commercial operations use it for off-site tools storage and logistics support.

No matter the scale or scope, Storage.com helps you compare unit sizes, features, and rates so you can pick the right one for your needs.

Short term vs Long term Storage: What's Right for You?

Short term storage offers flexible month-to-month rental without a long commitment, and thus is ideal for transitions—moving, renovating, or storing seasonal items. Long term storage provides better pricing for longer leases, which works well for ongoing needs—storing business inventory, parking a vehicle offsite, or archiving records.

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Self Storage FAQs

Start by making an inventory of what you are planning to store. A 5x5 unit is ideal for boxes and seasonal items, while inventory and business equipment may require a 10x20 unit. Measure your larger items with a measuring tape to determine the smallest space they can fit into. Once you have taken stock of your items, you can use Storage.com's storage size guide to find the right unit size.

Yes, you can store vehicles in storage units. Many facilities offer various storage options such as indoors, outdoors, and covered storage for cars, RVs, boats, trailers, and more. Be sure to check size requirements and accessibility with the storage facility, especially for larger vehicles.

There are a number of common items that can be placed in a storage unit, including:

  • Furniture
  • Household goods (artwork, books, home decor, etc.)
  • Sports equipment
  • Seasonal items
  • Commercial goods
  • Electronics
  • Appliances
  • Cars, boats, motorcycles, and RVs
  • Alcohol

There are quite a few things that you can't put in your self-storage unit, such as:

  • Priceless items that cannot be replaced
  • Money
  • Live animals or plants
  • Stolen property
  • Hazardous materials
  • Noxious materials
  • Flammable materials
  • Perishable items, like food
  • Illegal drugs
  • Explosives and dangerous materials
  • Firearms, ammunition or weapons caches
  • Unregistered or uninsured vehicles
  • Tires
  • Furs
  • Wet items
  • Humans

With the flexibility to scale as business needs evolve, self-storage is ideal for:

  • Small businesses looking for a cost-effective storage solution;
  • E-commerce retailers with fluctuating inventory levels; and
  • Service providers needing flexible, accessible space for equipment or documents.

Learn more about types of business storage solutions here.