Skip To Main Content
833-786-7366
Storage Types

Self Storage

Simply put, self-storage units are compartments where you can store the stuff that won’t fit in your house, apartment or place of business. 

Couple packing for storage blue-square-icon red-square-icon blue-square-icon red-square-icon
man with cart

What is Self Storage?

Self-storage has the advantage of being affordable and convenient, giving residential and commercial guests additional options for storing their possessions rather than relocating, selling or discarding their excess.

Most traditional self-storage facilities are single-story buildings where guests can drive right up to the door of their units. Newer facilities are often constructed in multi-story buildings, where access is gained through a common loading area. Some facilities offer a mix of both types of storage.

Whether the storage unit is an outside drive-up unit or inside a building, entry is typically restricted to tenants only by having a personalized PIN. Tenants most often access their individual units via a roll-up metal door. The guest also provides his or her own lock and the facility’s workers do not have access to the unit.

Nearby Locations

Nearby Self Storage

Resources to help you

  • How Self Storage Works

    If you’ve never rented self storage before, we’re here to help.

  • Making a Reservation

    Once you’ve found the right storage unit you can lock in your price by making a free reservation.

  • Moving In

    Here’s what you need to know to make the process as smooth as possible.

See what fits in different storage unit sizes

Storage Features & Amentities

Thoughtful Features

Access to our properties is electronically controlled by personalized PINs, most buildings are fenced, and our interior and exterior spaces are well-lit, all to provide additional peace of mind.

pointer

Cleanliness

Let your storage experience begin with a clean storage unit at Store Space. We keep our stores and amenities clean, too, just for you.  

Customer Service

At Store Space, we strive to provide you with the best self-storage experience possible. Our team members understand the needs of our guests and offer compassionate support throughout the rental process. 

Store Space's Speed-e-Rent logo

Speed-e-Rent

Speed-e-Rent lets you complete your rental process online in just minutes. Sign your Rental Agreement, get Tenant Protection, even enroll in our free AutoPay service, then skip the counter and go right to your unit on move-in day — it's that quick and easy!

amenities

Billing

  • AutoPay available
  • Major credit cards accepted
  • Pay online, in-store or by phone
  • Rent due on 1st of each month

Access

  • Computer-controlled gate access
  • Customized PIN
  • Extended daily gate hours
  • Your lock, your key

Administrative

  • Call center open late daily
  • Free no-obligation reservations
  • No security deposit required
  • Sign up for text alerts

Moving

  • Designated unloading areas
  • Large doorways
  • Spacious elevators
  • Wide driveway aisles

Self Storage FAQs

Yes, it's against state and federal laws to live in a storage unit, not to mention dangerous!

You can be in your storage unit for a short period of time, such as performing inventory for a business, unloading belongings, or even searching for a specific item, but time in your storage unit should be limited. Please check your Rental Agreement for additional details. 

Yes, storing clothes is a common use for a storage unit. For short-term storage, cardboard boxes should suffice, but for long-term storage, consider a sturdy, airtight plastic bin. 

For the most part, no. You may occasionally find one, but they are not the standard.

For your convenience, bills are due on the first of each month. Take advantage of our free AutoPay automatic billing service and never miss a payment! 

Many storage facilities offer gated outdoor parking options specifically for cars and other vehicles. Sometimes, large indoor spots can be used for car storage, but check with your local store manager and consult your Rental Agreement for details. 

What Can Self Storage Be Used For? 

Self-storage can be used by almost anyone to store almost everything. Here are some of the many reasons that our guests choose Store Space. 


Personal Storage 

Many guests choose to store a wide range of personal belongings, from seasonal clothes and decorations, to extra furniture, baby clothes and many more items that hold memories and value. Just as there are many things to store, there are also many reasons to rent a storage unit. 

Moving

Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, coordinating move-ins and move-outs can be challenging. Avoid the stress simply by moving items to a storage unit instead of racking up costly storage fees from a moving company. Then, when the commotion settles down, unload your storage unit—on your schedule.  

Decluttering

Just because you’re decluttering doesn’t mean you have to get rid of everything. It’s OK to hang onto things that hold memories, or personal value, even if you don’t want them cluttering up your home all the time. This is especially true of seasonal décor and similar items that might not “spark joy” all year round but take on special meaning near the holidays. 

Downsizing

When it’s time to move into a smaller place, don’t fret about deciding which items can stay and which items need to be recycled or thrown away. Get a storage unit for all the things you’re undecided about, so you needn’t worry about trying to replace something later. This is especially helpful if you have adult-age children who might not be in a place to take back all their stuff. 

Life events

Self-storage makes a great temporary solution to help families deal with everything from a new addition to the family to divorce, even the passing of a loved one. If it’s something that holds value, but doesn’t have a place right now, store it until you’ve got a place for it or until you can make other arrangements. 


Business Storage

Successful businesses of all types have discovered that renting storage is a cost-effective alternative to relocating for the purpose of gaining additional square footage. This holds true for professional offices, retailers, contractors, manufacturing businesses and all types of commercial ventures, to name a few. 


Inventory

A storage unit is a great place for seasonal inventory that would otherwise fill up the backroom of a brick-and-mortar shop. 

Document storage

Since many professional offices are required to keep paperwork for a fixed period of time, a storage unit can serve as an effective repository for files that would otherwise crowd office space. 

Warehousing needs

Storage units can serve as ad hoc warehouses for manufacturing businesses as they ramp up production. 

Equipment storage

Businesses focused on seasonal items, like holiday lights for example, can benefit greatly from storage. Contractors, such as landscapers and arborists, might store equipment they need only a few times a year. 

Other usage

Real estate agents and stagers store furniture in between showings. Crafters store their product rather than keeping it on the kitchen table. Collectors and resellers store larger collections until they can comb through it. Sales reps keep sample product and sales materials close at hand.  


Vehicle Storage (select locations) 

Cars, RVs, Trucks, Boats 

Many storage facilities offer onsite vehicle storage options. These are often outdoors, behind the main gate. This type of vehicle storage is often a great alternative to storing an extra car, RV, or boat in your driveway or on the street, especially in locations with nosy HOAs and strict city ordinances. Check online inventory or with the store manager to see if your local Store Space offers vehicle storage options. 



What Should You NOT Put in a Storage Unit?

Of course, not everything can be placed in a storage unit. The main ones are easy to remember since they all start with the letter “f”: 


  • Food
  • Fuel
  • Furs
  • Firearms

State and local laws may prohibit the storage of other items as well, so if you’re unsure, it’s best to check with your local store manager. 


How Big of a Storage Unit Do I Need?

How big of a storage unit you’ll need to rent largely depends on how much you plan to store. Storage units are typically grouped into small, medium and large, with many different sizes and shapes from 25 square feet top 300 square feet or larger!

As a rule of thumb, a small unit (5x10 in most cases) can often take a small piece of furniture or two, plus boxes and bins. One to two rooms of furniture and belongings can generally fit within 100 sq. ft, which equates to a 10x10 storage unit. A 10x20 storage unit can be used for a three-bedroom house!

Keep in mind that many storage units are quite tall on the inside, so effective stacking is key to getting the most into your unit. 

Storage units come in many shapes and sizes, and our storage professionals are skilled at helping you pick the right-sized storage unit. Just call your local store or contact our Care Center at 833-786-7366. 

How Much is a Storage Unit?

Storage units are a cost-effective alternative to relocation for many residential and commercial guests. There are a number of factors that can contribute to the price of a storage unit, including the size of the unit, its location, plus available amenities and features. At Store Space, we shop the competition to ensure that our rates are competitive in the marketplace and we always offer valuable move-in promotions to lower your out-of-pocket expenses. 


Ready to Rent

To rent a storage unit online, use our search feature to find the Store Space nearest you. Then, simply click on the storage unit you want. Take advantage of our free, no-obligation reservations to lock in your unit. 

To save time on move-in day, complete your rental online so you don’t have to stop at the counter. It takes just a few clicks to set up AutoPay, our free automatic billing service, so you never have to worry about missing a payment. 

You’re all set! Thank you for being a valued guest of Store Space!

Helpful Articles

Help Center

Renting Requirements

Read Article
Help Center

How to Rent or Reserve a Unit

Read Article
Tips

The Best Move-in Checklist for Couples

A couple high fives after moving in together.

Congratulations! You’ve made a significant life decision, but once the afterglow fades, many couples find themselves asking questions about what comes next. That’s perfectly understandable.

Fortunately, we’ve put together a free checklist you can print and reference to remember everything you need to do before making the big move.

While there are no hard and fast rules when it comes to relationships, it’s important to be realistic with your partner and yourself when approaching the decision to move in with one another. Obviously, only you and your partner know if now is the best time to move in together. And if you’re here on this blog, then you’re likely looking for information and tips to make the transition seamless. Now that you’ve made the decision to move in with each other, you also need to develop a plan to make the move easier.

Keep reading to learn what you and your partner should consider before moving in together. Start by taking a look at our free checklist. 

a pdf checklist for couples moving in together

1. Discuss Your Finances

When developing a plan for moving in together, couples should first take time to discuss their individual finances. It’s very common for couples to have uneven incomes. This can be a challenge when trying to decide on what is an affordable way to live.

At this stage, you need to make sure you are both on the same page about what is affordable and what expenses each person is responsible for. At the very least, you need to discuss if you’ll be splitting all bills or splitting expenses in proportion to your individual earnings.

It’s important that couples work out their finances before moving in with each other to promote a healthier relationship. There will be implications whether you decide to pro-rate or split evenly. Splitting expenses evenly is a decision many couples find themselves making (it also requires less math). However, several professional sources, also find there are advantages to splitting expenses based on individual income.

2. Decide Where to Live

After you and your significant other discuss your finances, the next step is to decide where you will live. At first, you might find it a good idea to simply extend the lease on one of the apartments you occupied previously. However, there are a few reasons why you might want to look past this idea.

First, living together in a residence once meant for just one of you will likely come with some space limitations. Second, the space may not feel like “home” for both individuals. If you do decide to go this route, you both will also need to discuss your stuff (more on this next) and refresh the place with décor and furniture that fits each of your individual styles.

A many carries labeled boxes and a woman carries a plant as they are moving in together. Photo by Blue Bird
When moving in together, deciding where to live is an important discussion to have. Photo by Blue Bird

If you decide to rent a new apartment or house together, it’s important to reference your conversation about finances. What is your budget for rent? How much can you each afford while still saving and placing money away for retirement?

Unless you and your partner have been together for several years and have a very strong and dedicated relationship, it’s never a good idea to buy a house together when living together for the first time.

3. Pare Down Your Stuff

Next, after deciding where you will live, you’ll need to decide what possessions and furniture you’ll be taking with you to your next residence. You likely won’t need two sets of everything and may need to rent a storage unit to help you store possessions while you figure out what exactly you need in your new place.

a couple wraps a chair in bubble wrap in preparation for storage
A couple wraps a chair in bubble wrap in preparation for storage. Photo by Blue Bird

If you do decide to rent a storage unit temporarily, it’s also a good idea to have a conversation about the nuances of this decision. How will this next expense affect your monthly budget? How long will you need storage?

4. Discuss Household Responsibilities

When it comes to discussing household responsibilities, couples should create a plan for managing cooking, cleaning, grocery shopping and general house/apartment maintenance. It takes quite a bit of work to keep a residence in order and the larger your house or apartment, the more work will be required.

A good strategy here is to lay out a schedule for when tasks need to be completed. You and your partner can create a schedule that highlights daily, weekly and monthly tasks. Make sure when creating a schedule, you and your partner both feel confident and committed to the timeline you’re creating. After creating the schedule, make sure to follow it and make regular updates when necessary.

5. Discuss Individual Needs

Finally, you and your partner should also discuss your individual needs. What goals are you both trying to accomplish and what do you need to make them happen? Do you need to adhere to a certain schedule after work?  When will you eat dinner every night?

Laying out and discussing your needs with each other is not only a great way to create a healthy home but it will also strengthen your relationship. By truly knowing where your partner’s energy is focused, you can be a better resource to help them achieve their goals. In turn, this will also motivate your partner to be a positive force while you strive for your own goals and aspirations.

a couple consults a moving checklist. Photo by Ketut Subiyanto
When moving in together, a checklist helps keep everyone on the same page. Photo by Ketut Subiyanto

FAQs

Moving in together can be an exciting and sometimes confusing proposition. It’s natural that you may have a few questions. This doesn’t mean that it’s not the right time to make the leap, you just need more information to help you make an informed decision.

Down below we tackled some of the most common questions couples have when considering moving in together.

Q: How soon is too soon to move in together?

A: There is no exact timeline that will work for all couples. Some resources may tell you that you should wait a year before moving in together. Other resources may say two years or longer. In reality, no one knows how soon is too soon, because they don’t know the ins and outs of your relationship. When considering moving in together, it’s very important you and your partner discuss your motivations for doing so and create a plan to make the transition smooth. Neither of you should rush into a decision.

Q: What are tips for couples moving in together?

A: Communication. Communication. Communication. Couples who communicate and work through all aspects of major decisions will have a healthier relationship. Couples should also be sure to create a financial budget, figure out what to do with their stuff, and discuss how moving in together will affect their daily routine and future goals.

Q: What should couples do before moving in together?

A: First, couples should have a conversation about their motivations for moving in with each other. Next, they should discuss their finances and where they want to live. Then, couples should give notice to end their current leases, cancel utilities, pack and decide if they need storage. Finally, once you both are about to move in together you should develop daily, weekly and monthly plans to handle chores and tasks like cooking and cleaning.

Checklist for Moving in Together

After you follow the steps listed above and create a plan with your partner, you’ll also need to cancel your previous lease, complete a change of address and handle a series of other extraneous tasks.

There are a lot of things to remember to do!

Luckily for you, our free checklist maps out all these tasks and gives you a place to record your progress.

Also, if you find yourself in need of storage once you and your partner move in together, make sure to use our storage location finder to locate the Store Space facility closest to you!

Storage Near You