How To Choose The Right
Size Self Storage Unit

What fits? How much storage space do you need? See below for a guide as to how much each storage space can hold. The dimensions of a storage space unit size may not tell you everything that you need to know. You can use the guide below to give you a better sense of how your “stuff” will actually fit into your self storage unit.

 

DIMENSIONS (ft) EQUAL TO WHAT FITS?

5 x 5

self storage unit 5 x 5
  • Small closet or small bedroom, 25 sq. ft.
  • Chest of drawers, office supplies, small pieces of furniture, clothing

5 x 10

self storage unit 5 x 10
  • Walk-in closet, 50 sq. ft.
  • Couch, chair, chest of drawers
  • Small business inventory

10 x 10

self storage unit 10 x 10
  • Hallway, 100 sq. ft.
  • Furniture and boxes
  • Ladders, small lawn tractor, motorcycle

10 x 15

self storage unit 10 x 15
  • Small bedroom, 150 sq. ft.
  • 3/4 the size of one car garage
  • Furniture and boxes from a one bedroom apartment or home with refrigerator or washer and dryer

10 x 20

self storage unit 10 x 20
  • One car garage, 200 sq. ft.
  • Furniture and boxes from a two bedroom apartment or home with appliances
  • Car or truck and additional small items

10 x 30

self storage unit 10 x 30
  • 300 sq. ft.
  • Furniture and boxes from a 3-4 bedroom apartment or home with appliances, patio furniture, bikes, seasonal items
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