A guide to choosing a storage unit size



It can be tough to know what size storage unit you need.   We can help with that...


At Walton Mill Storage we have climate controlled self storage units ranging in size from 5x5 (25 sqft) to 12x24 (288 sqft) and lots of options in between.  Most folks have a hard time picturing what a particular size storage unit can hold.    In general, you can think of the units in 4 size classes from small to extra large.  

The different size classes break down like this -- 

  • Small:  Under 50 sqft
  • Medium:  50-100 sqft
  • Large:  100-200 sqft
  • Extra Large:  over 200 sqft


Now we'll pick some specific sizes and talk about what they can hold.

  • 5x5:  equivalent to an average walk in closet
  • 5x12:  equivalent to an average backyard shed.  Can hold several rooms of furniture
  • 8x12:   Can hold the contents of a typical one bedroom apartment.
  • 12x12:  Can hold the contents of a small house 
  • 12x19:  Can hold the contents of a 2 bedroom house
  • 12x24:  Can hold the contents of a 3-4 bedroom house


Of course everyone has different requirements but we hope these guidelines are helpful as you consider what size storage unit you need.  If you would like help with this or anything else give us a call at 770-207-5747!