Storage Unit Size Guide
What fits in each size of storage unit we rent.
The most common mistake is renting a unit that is too small. Make a list of the large items first, such as beds, couches and appliances, and then count boxes. If you are between two sizes, the larger one usually saves you a second trip. The drawings below show each unit loaded, with a six-foot person at the door.
7 x 10 storage unit
A 7x10 climate-controlled storage unit in Clare, MI offers 70 square feet of temperature-regulated space. This unit fits the furnishings of a mid-sized bedroom, including a queen-sized bed, a dresser, a TV, and several small to medium-sized boxes, all kept safe from temperature and humidity fluctuations year-round.
$80 a month. More about the 7 x 10
9 x 10 storage unit
A 9x10 climate-controlled storage unit in Clare, MI offers 90 square feet of temperature-regulated space. This unit fits the contents of two full bedrooms, including several small to medium-sized boxes, and items such as mattress sets, sofas, chests of drawers, bookcases, and desks, all kept in a stable, climate-controlled environment throughout the year.
$100 a month. More about the 9 x 10
How to get more into your unit
- Take beds and tables apart and stand mattresses and couches on end.
- Use boxes of the same size so they stack well, with the heavy ones on the bottom.
- Fill dresser drawers and appliances with small items.
- Leave a walkway down the middle so you can reach the back.
- Put the things you will need first near the door.
There are more ideas on our storage tips page.
Questions about sizes
What size storage unit do I need for a bedroom's worth of furniture?
The 7 x 10 (70 square feet). A 7x10 climate-controlled storage unit in Clare, MI offers 70 square feet of temperature-regulated space. This unit fits the furnishings of a mid-sized bedroom, including a queen-sized bed, a dresser, a TV, and several small to medium-sized boxes, all kept safe from temperature and humidity fluctuations year-round.
What if I am not sure which size to choose?
Call us at (616) 552-9908. Tell us what you plan to store and we will help you choose.