Storage Unit Size Picker
Right unit for your boxes, furniture, and appliances.
Suggested unit
5x10
50 sq ft · ~305 cu ft of stuff
Sizes
5x5Closet contents, small furniture, 25 boxes
5x10Studio apt, mattress, dresser, 50–60 boxes
10x101–2 bed apt, full living room set
10x152–3 bed home, appliances, vehicles up to motorcycle
10x203–4 bed home, car, full move-in worth
10x254–5 bed home, full vehicle, business inventory
10x30Large home contents, multiple vehicles
Standard ceiling on most facilities is 8 feet, so cubic feet matters more than square feet. Stack vertically: tall shelves and well-packed boxes can fit 30% more in the same footprint. Climate control is worth it for electronics, leather, vinyl, and anything paper-based.
About
Enter rough counts of boxes, large furniture pieces, and major appliances. Get a recommended unit size, from 5x5 closet up to 10x30 garage. All standard self-storage sizes are listed for comparison.
How to use
- Estimate boxes and furniture.
- See suggested unit size.
FAQ
Climate controlled or not?+
Pay for climate if you're storing electronics, leather, vinyl, photos, or anything wood you care about. For garage tools and outdoor gear, regular is fine.