Storage Unit Size Guide

Use these examples to compare unit sizes with your furniture, equipment and boxes. Fit depends on item dimensions, packing and the space you need for access. Measure bulky items and confirm the unit entrance and features before renting. Check current listings for availability and our FAQ for storage rules.

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Step One - Select Your Item Sizes

Put together a list of items that can fit in boxes and what size boxes. Don't forget to include items that cannot fit in boxes

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Step Two - Categorize Your Items

Make a quick list of items you plan to store, including furniture, appliances, and any awkwardly-shaped items that will not be packed in boxes

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Step Three - Categorize Your Item Quantities

Determine how many boxes of different sizes you'll be using. Make a list of all the pieces of furniture and other items you need to store in your unit

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Step Four - Estimate What Size Unit You Need

Now that you have compiled a list of how many boxes and items you need to store in your unit, use our Size Guide Breakdown below that gives tips and suggestions on what size unit you may need

Size Guide Breakdown

5' X 5'

A 5x5 unit offers 25 square feet, roughly the floor space of a walk-in closet. Compare this size with your boxes, seasonal belongings and small furniture. The right fit depends on item dimensions and how you arrange them.


Great for storing:

  • Small furniture or appliances
  • Office supplies, business records, and tax files
  • Garden tools, camping gear, or other seasonal decor and equipment
  • Old toys and offseason clothing

5' X 10'

A 5x10 unit offers 50 square feet. Compare this footprint with your furniture, boxed belongings or business inventory. Measure larger pieces and leave room to reach anything you will need during storage.


Great for storing:

  • Business materials, files, or inventory
  • Seasonal decorations and gear like snowboards and camping equipment
  • Bed sets, dressers, and side tables
  • Art pieces, musical instruments, and medium-sized appliances

10' X 10'

A 10x10 unit offers 100 square feet, roughly half the floor space of a standard garage. Compare your furniture, equipment and boxes with this footprint. A bedroom count alone does not establish that everything will fit.


Ideal for storing:

  • Furniture like sofas, tables, dressers, mattress sets, and coffee or nightstands
  • Electronics and musical instruments
  • Seasonal items such as garden tools, bicycles, skis, and camping gear
  • Office items including desks, chairs, and shelving

10' X 15'

A 10x15 unit offers 150 square feet. Compare this size when storing larger furniture, appliances and boxes. The space you need depends on your inventory, packing and how much room you want for access.


Great for storing:

  • Large household items like sofas, dining tables, dressers, bedroom sets, and bookcases
  • Major appliances, including washers, dryers, and refrigerators
  • Outdoor gear such as bicycles, skis, and camping equipment
  • Business inventory and office furnishings like desks, chairs, and shelving units

10' X 20'

A 10x20 unit offers 200 square feet and may suit a larger move or renovation project. Compare your furniture, appliances and boxes with the unit dimensions, and allow room for access. Confirm the selected unit's features and entrance before renting.


Great for storing:

  • Large household items like sectional sofas, dining tables, mattress sets, dressers, and entertainment centers
  • Major appliances including washers, dryers, and refrigerators
  • Big musical instruments and electronics, such as pianos and televisions
  • Outdoor gear such as bicycles, skis, and camping equipment
  • Business inventory and office furnishings like desks, chairs, and shelving units

10' X 30'

Our 10x30 drive-up units provide 300 square feet. Compare this option for a larger inventory of furniture, appliances, boxes or business equipment. Measure bulky items and confirm the unit entrance, features and current availability before renting.


Ideal for storing:

  • Items that are difficult to pack in boxes
  • Oversized furniture like sectional sofas, entertainment centers, and bedroom or dining sets
  • Major appliances including washers, dryers, and refrigerators
  • Outdoor gear such as bicycles, skis, and camping equipment
  • Business inventory and office furnishings such as desks, chairs, and shelving

Covered Canopy Parking

For covered canopy parking, visit Eagle Canopy Storage, our separate sister property near Costco. 


Review Eagle Canopy's current listings and confirm vehicle fit, availability and electrical features before renting. At Vail Airport Storage, parking spaces are 8 x 15 ft and uncovered. Measure the full vehicle or trailer, including its length and width, before choosing a space.

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