Picking a storage unit size can be tricky. We’re here to help make it easier.
 Whether you need self-storage for personal items, art storage for your valuable art pieces, or business storage, understanding the available sizes can help you make an informed decision and keep your belongings secure. At Elephant we offer everything from small lockers perfect for seasonal items to large units that can hold entire office contents or art collection. Our storage unit size guide will help you find the best fit for your needs.
Check out some common storage unit sizes we offer to get a better idea and visualization of what space will best accommodate all your belongings.
10Sqft Mini Locker
With enough room to store the contents of a small car boot, this size unit is perfect for students who need to declutter their rooms during the year or store a few items over the holiday break.
A 10Sqft self-storage unit is approx 3.2 feet wide and 3.2 feet long, totalling approx 10 square feet. The average unit height is 3.2 feet, giving you over 32 cubic feet of packing space
Ideal for storing:
- Suitcases
- Boxes
- Books and clothes
- Office supplies and business records and files
12Sqft Small Locker
This compact 12 Sqft locker with a 5-foot height is perfect for storing smaller items and is ideal for short-term or long-term storage when space is limited.
A 12 Sqft self-storage locker is approximately 4 feet wide and 3 feet long, totalling 12 square feet. With a height of 5 feet, it is designed for efficiently storing smaller belongings.
Ideal for storing:
- Small boxes of personal items, books, or files
- Seasonal clothing, shoes, or accessories
- Important documents or office files for archiving
- Small household items like lamps, kitchenware, or tools
This small locker is perfect for when you need a little extra space for decluttering, document storage, or organizing smaller possessions.
This unit is also perfect for students needing to store textbooks, dorm room essentials, or personal belongings during breaks, providing a secure and convenient space for temporary storage.
20Sqft Medium Locker
Ideal for attic-style storage, this compact 20 Sqft unit offers a height of 5 feet and is accessed via stairs, making it perfect for smaller, infrequently accessed items.
A 20 Sqft self-storage locker is approximately 5 feet wide and 4 feet long, totalling 20 square feet. With a lower height of 5 feet, this unit is designed for compact storage solutions.
Ideal for storing:
- Boxes of personal items, clothes, or books
- Seasonal decor or small household items
- Business files and office documents for long-term storage
- Sporting gear or camping equipment
Perfect for decluttering your home or as extra space for important files and personal belongings that don’t require daily access.
30Sqft Large Locker
This 30 Sqft large locker offers 6 feet of height and is accessed via stairs, making it an excellent choice for long-term storage or file archiving.
A 30 Sqft self-storage locker is approximately 6 feet wide and 5 feet long, totalling 30 square feet. With a 6-foot height, it provides ample room for organizing items while remaining compact.
Ideal for storing:
- Business files, records, and office documents for long-term archiving
- Boxes of personal items, books, and seasonal clothing
- Compact furniture or small appliances
- Seasonal decorations and equipment, or hobby supplies
This unit is perfect for those needing a secure, long-term storage solution for important files or additional home items that are accessed occasionally.
25Sqft Walk-in Wardrobe Storeroom
This unit offers the equivalent of a walk-in wardrobe, perfect for storing clothing and personal items.
A 25 Sqft self-storage unit is approximately 5 feet wide and 5 feet long, totalling 25 square feet. With an average height of 8 feet, this provides 200 cubic feet of space.
Ideal for storing:
- Clothing, shoes, and accessories from a full wardrobe
- Small furniture pieces like a nightstand or a compact dresser
- Suitcases, bags, and travel gear
- Boxes of personal items, books, and keepsakes
- Seasonal clothing, decorations, or small sporting equipment
Great for anyone looking to store personal items or organize their seasonal wardrobe, this unit offers the perfect walk-in wardrobe solution!
35Sqft Medium Van Load Storeroom
Comparable to a medium van load, this unit is perfect for those needing extra storage space for a medium van load of belongings or decluttering smaller spaces.
A 35 Sqft self-storage unit is approximately 7 feet wide and 5 feet long, totalling 35 square feet. With an average unit height of 8 feet, you get 280 cubic feet of packing space.
Ideal for storing:
- Small furniture items like chairs, end tables, or a twin mattress
- A few large boxes or containers filled with personal items, clothes, and books
- Seasonal items such as holiday decorations, garden tools, or sports gear like bicycles
- Compact office equipment, such as a small desk and chair
55Sqft One Bedroom Storeroom
Perfect for a small apartment or a one-bedroom home.
75Sqft Two Bedroom Storeroom
The equivalent of a Luton Van Load.
Great for storing contents of a 2 Bedroom Home.
A 75Sqft self-storage unit is approx 10 feet wide and 7.5 feet long, totalling 75 square feet. The average unit height is 8 feet, giving you 600 cubic feet of packing space
Ideal for storing:
- Household furniture such as sofas, tables, dressers, mattress sets, and coffee or bedside tables
- Electronics and musical instruments
- Seasonal decor or equipment such as garden tools, bicycles, skis, and camping gear
- Office equipment such as desks, chairs, and shelves
100Sqft Three Bedroom Storeroom
Equivalent of a single car garage, this is our most popular unit.
It can fit contents of an average 3 bedroom home.
A 10×10 self storage unit is 10 feet wide and 10 feet long, totaling 100 square feet. Average unit height is 8 feet, giving you 800 cubic feet of packing space
Ideal for storing:
- Household furniture such as sofas, tables, dressers, mattress sets, and coffee or bedside tables
- Electronics and musical instruments
- Seasonal decor or equipment such as garden tools, bicycles, skis, and camping gear
- Office equipment such as desks, chairs, and shelves
150Sqft Four Bedroom Storeroom
Equivalent of one-and-a-half car garage or 2 Luton van loads.
It can fit the contents of an average 4-bedroom home.
A 150 self-storage unit is approx 10 feet wide and 15 feet long, totalling 150 square feet. The average unit height is 8 feet, giving you 1200 cubic feet of packing space
Ideal for storing:
- Bulky household furniture such as sofas, dining tables, dressers, bedroom sets, and bookcases
- Major appliances such as washers, dryers, and refrigerators
- Outdoor equipment such as grills, bicycles, skis, and camping gear
- Commercial inventory and office equipment such as desks, chairs, and shelves
200Sqft Storeroom
Equivalent of a double car garage.
Great for storing contents of a multi-bedroom home, about up to five rooms of space.
A 200Sqft self-storage unit is approx 10 feet wide and 20 feet long, totalling 200 square feet. The average unit height is 8 feet, giving you 1600 cubic feet of packing space
Ideal for storing:
- Bulky household furniture such as sectional sofas, dining tables, mattress sets, dressers, and entertainment centers
- Major appliances such as washers, dryers, and refrigerators
- Large musical instruments or equipment such as pianos and TVs
- Outdoor equipment such as lawnmowers, grills, bicycles, skis, and camping gear
- Commercial inventory and office equipment such as desks, chairs, and shelves
