Storage Unit Size Guide

A 5x5 storage unit is the size of a small closet.

It fits a dresser, a small mattress set, and several small to medium-sized boxes. This unit space is also perfect for garden tools, seasonal decorations and sports equipment. 

A 5x10 storage unit is the size of a small walk-in closet.

This storage size option fits furnishings of a mid-sized bedroom, including a queen-sized bed, a dresser, a TV and several small to medium-sized boxes.

TIP: Group your boxes by sturdiness or weight, placing heavier and sturdier boxes on the bottom, and more fragile items on top.  You can maximize space by using a portable shelving system, or stacking boxes on sturdy furniture.

A 10x10 storage unit is equivalent to half of a one-car garage.

This unit size fits the contents of an entire family room or two full bedrooms, including several small to medium-sized boxes.

TIP: Group your boxes by sturdiness or weight, placing heavier and sturdier boxes on the bottom, and more fragile items on top.  You can maximize space by using a portable shelving system, or stacking boxes on sturdy furniture.

A 10x15 storage unit is a little smaller in size than a standard one-car garage.

This unit fits the contents of three full bedrooms and larger items such as a piano, couches, tables, or large-screen TVs. It can also hold several medium to large-sized boxes.

TIP: Group your boxes by sturdiness or weight, placing heavier and sturdier boxes on the bottom, and more fragile items on top.  You can maximize space by using a portable shelving system, or stacking boxes on sturdy furniture.

A 10x20 storage unit is the size of a standard one-car garage.

This storage unit size option can fit the contents of a multi-bedroom house, including several oversized items like a couch, a refrigerator, a washer, dryer and a dining room set or several large boxes. 

TIP: Group your boxes by sturdiness or weight, placing heavier and sturdier boxes on the bottom, and more fragile items on top.  You can maximize space by using a portable shelving system, or stacking boxes on sturdy furniture.

A 10x30 storage unit is the size of a 1½ car garage.

It fits the contents of a fully furnished 3-5 bedroom house, including oversized items such as a couches, beds, dressers, a refrigerator, a washer/dryer, a dining room set, an entertainment center and several large boxes. 

TIP: Group your boxes by sturdiness or weight, placing heavier and sturdier boxes on the bottom, and more fragile items on top.  You can maximize space by using a portable shelving system, or stacking boxes on sturdy furniture.