Reputable storage facilities offer different storage unit sizes to meet your needs and accommodate your budget. Below is a guide outlining the most common storage unit sizes. This helpful guide has some tips for deciding how much storage space you might need for your treasured belongings.
Storage Unit Sizes Guide
How to Choose a Storage Unit Size
Even if you are in a hurry or have an urgent need to store something, we suggest you take some time first to follow these steps. These steps will help to make sure you know what you want when you get to the facility. They will also give you a better idea of how to pack the storage unit in an organized manner.
Planning Your Storage Needs
Write a list of what needs to be placed in storage. This can be items such as appliances, furniture, stuff in boxes and those oddly-shaped, bulky items, like the moose head with big antlers.
Calculate
Try to decide exactly how many boxes you will be putting in storage. Packing them in the car will give you a good idea of how many will fit in what space.
Getting Professional Assistance
If you need help with packing, some vendors will come and pack for you. Although there will more than likely be a fee for hiring a packing service, it can be a big help. This service also means not having to load or offload storage bins. This can be tremendously beneficial if you have a bad back.
Tip: Some storage facilities offer 3D virtual storage units for you to look at on their website. This can help you visualize how to pack the unit before you get there.
Common Storage Unit Sizes
Please note that the sizes shown here are measured in feet, not in meters. Also, please confirm with the prospective vendor about what storage unit sizes they offer.
Small Storage Units
5ft x 5ft. 25 square feet – 200 cubic feet.
This self-storage unit size is good for the long-term storage of a few very seldom-used items. These may be items such as a Christmas tree, a full-size mattress, a dresser or desk with a chair, and smaller boxes.
5ft x 10ft. 50 square feet – 400 cubic feet.
The 5×10 storage unit offers 50 square feet and 400 cubic feet of storage capacity. This size accommodates contents from a single room, including a queen-size bed, dresser, and multiple boxes.
College students often choose this size for storing dormitory belongings during breaks. The space equals a generous walk-in closet and handles furniture from a small bedroom plus personal
Medium Storage Units
5ft x 15ft. 75 square feet – 600 cubic feet.
A 75 square foot storage unit is equivalent to a large walk- in closet. In fact, it can fit a complete bedroom as well as a couch, several boxes, and a TV. This storage unit size is good for storing the bedroom and living room contents of a small apartment, including washers, dryers, and a refrigerator.
10ft x 10ft. 100 square feet – 800 cubic feet.
This medium-sized unit is approximately half the size of a one car garage. These units are typically used to store contents from a one or two-bedroom apartment, including a grand piano, appliances, and dining furniture.
10ft x 15ft. 150 square feet – 1,200 cubic feet.
A 10×15 storage unit provides 150 square feet with 1,200 cubic feet of volume. This size handles three-bedroom apartment contents, business inventory, or equipment storage needs. A compact car would also fit by itself.
Large Storage Units
10ft x 20ft. 200 square feet – 1,600 cubic feet.
This storage unit size is big enough to store the contents of an entire house. This is a great storage option when renovating your home or moving to another house. You can also store a big car or a boat. A 200 square foot storage unit is also ideal for a small to medium-size business to store inventory in.
10ftx25ft. 250 square feet – 2,000 cubic feet.
The contents of a multiple bedroom house will fit into a 250 square foot unit. This includes patio furniture and garden equipment. You could even park a small RV or truck, and still have space for boxes.
10ft x 30ft. 300 square feet – 2,400 cubic feet.
These units are approximately the same size as a one-and-a-half car garage. They are suitable for the contents of a five-bedroom home with a separate dining room, patio furniture, home office furniture, and plenty of bikes and lawn equipment. This storage unit size would comfortably fit a delivery van and business inventory.
Additional Information: Council Bluffs Storage Units Sizes & Pricing – Clarks Storage
Clark Storage – Best and Most Secured Storage Units in the Area
At Clark Storage, our mission is to provide more than just extra space. We deliver reliable service, modern facilities, and the most secure storage units in Council Bluffs and surrounding areas. Our locations in Council Bluffs, Glenwood, and Pacific Junction were chosen for their convenience, easy access, and trusted security features to give you peace of mind every time you store with us.
Take advantage of our Move-in Referral Program and enjoy extra savings while helping friends and family find the storage they need. Contact us and reserve your unit online today or call our team to learn more about our flexible leases, affordable pricing, and secure options for both residential and business storage. Store with Clark Storage and experience why we’re a top choice in the area.
