How to Choose the Best Storage Unit Size without Overpaying and Causing Stress Trying to Find Something

Published on 1/29/2025
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Well, hot dog! Newly single and need a storage unit to stash your stuff? No worries, partner—we've got the scoop on choosing the right size storage unit for you. Just follow this guide, and you'll be on your way to decluttering your life in no time.

How Big of a Storage Unit Do You Need?
Figuring out storage sizes can be confusing, but fear not! Just like a good ol' Midwest potluck, we’ll make sure you find the right fit for your needs.

Step 1: Take Stock of What You’re Storing
After your divorce, you might find yourself with a whole lot of extra stuff. Are you looking for a safe spot for your Harley over the winter? Got a growing collection of fishing gear? Maybe you just need some space to sort things out. Think about what you’re storing and how often you’ll need to access it.

Step 2: Make a List (And Grab a Cold One While You’re At It)
Walk through your home and jot down everything you want to store. You’d be surprised how much you’ve collected—like that recliner you just can’t part with. Don’t forget to count your moving boxes, furniture, and any oversized items that might need extra room.

Step 3: The Ol’ Tape Trick
Grab some painter’s tape and mark out the size of your potential storage unit on your garage or living room floor. Stack up a few boxes in the space to see if it’ll fit—kind of like trying on a new pair of overalls.

Step 4: Go Big or Go Home
Storage space is like a good truck bed—better to have a little extra than not enough. A bigger unit will give you room to move things around without feeling like you’re playing Tetris every time you need something. And guess what? A larger unit often costs just a few bucks more per month.

Storage Unit Sizes (And What They Can Hold)
Not all locations have every size, so be flexible if you need to size up.

📦 5x5 – Like a small walk-in closet, great for boxes and small keepsakes.
🛏 5x10 – Think medium-sized closet; fits a recliner and a king-size bed.
🏍 5x15 – Perfect for a motorcycle or the contents of a small apartment.
🏠 10x10 – Classic size, great for a two-bedroom apartment’s worth of stuff.
🎹 10x15 – Fits a piano, compact car, or larger furniture.
🚗 10x20 – Ideal for a whole house’s worth of belongings or a mid-sized car.
🏢 10x30 – The “Super Bowl” of storage—great for business inventory or major life transitions.

Still unsure? Give us a shout! Our friendly team is happy to help you pick the perfect storage unit for this next chapter of your life.