Find a self-storage facility near you
A self-storage facility rents units where you can keep belongings you do not have room for. People use storage during moves, renovations, downsizing, or for business inventory. A good facility is secure, clean, and clear about rent increases, fees and access hours.
Find self-storage facilities by city
- New York, NY
- Los Angeles, CA
- Chicago, IL
- Houston, TX
- Phoenix, AZ
- Philadelphia, PA
- San Antonio, TX
- San Diego, CA
- Dallas, TX
- San Jose, CA
- Austin, TX
- Jacksonville, FL
- Fort Worth, TX
- Columbus, OH
- Charlotte, NC
- Indianapolis, IN
- San Francisco, CA
- Seattle, WA
- Denver, CO
- Oklahoma City, OK
- Nashville, TN
- El Paso, TX
- Washington, DC
- Las Vegas, NV
- Portland, OR
- Memphis, TN
- Louisville, KY
- Baltimore, MD
- Milwaukee, WI
- Albuquerque, NM
- Fresno, CA
- Tucson, AZ
- Sacramento, CA
- Kansas City, MO
- Mesa, AZ
- Atlanta, GA
- Omaha, NE
- Colorado Springs, CO
- Raleigh, NC
- Long Beach, CA
- Virginia Beach, VA
- Miami, FL
- Oakland, CA
- Minneapolis, MN
- Tulsa, OK
- Bakersfield, CA
- Wichita, KS
- Arlington, TX
What do self-storage facilities do?
- Standard storage units
- Climate-controlled units
- Drive-up units
- Vehicle, boat and RV storage
- Business storage
- Short-term storage
- Long-term storage
- Moving supplies
- Truck rental at some sites
- Package acceptance for business tenants
How do you choose a good self-storage facility?
- Visit the facility and look at the unit before renting.
- Ask whether you need climate control for furniture, electronics, documents or photos.
- Ask about security: gates, cameras, lighting and on-site staff.
- Ask about access hours.
- Read the rental agreement for rent increases, fees and late payment rules.
- Ask about insurance or protection plans for your belongings.
Self-storage facilities are generally not licensed as a trade, but state laws govern late fees and lien sales; read the rental agreement carefully.
Questions to ask before you hire
- What is the monthly rent, and how often can it increase?
- Are there admin fees?
- What are the access hours?
- Is the unit climate controlled?
- What security features do you have?
- What insurance or protection do I need?
Red flags to watch for
- Unclear rent increase policies.
- Poor lighting or broken gates.
- Signs of pests or leaks.
- Pressure to buy protection plans without explanation.
What changes the price?
- Unit size
- Climate control
- Location
- Access type
- Length of rental
- Insurance or protection plans
Questions people ask
Do I need climate-controlled storage?
It helps protect items sensitive to heat, cold and humidity, like wood furniture, electronics, papers and photos.
What happens if I miss a payment?
Late fees may apply. If you stay behind, the facility may lock you out and eventually sell the contents under state law.
Can I store a car?
Many facilities offer vehicle storage. You may need registration and insurance.