Mini Self Storage is ideal for those that don’t need a lot of space to store their belongings. Start with the basic, a small size store unit, at affordable prices and find out just how useful your own personal storage unit can be… |
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Mini Storage Units – Sample Model |
This units are generally 10×5 feet or less. Some self storage companies offer this kind of storage unit by square footage, going from 10 sq. ft. storage unit floor space (volume = 62 cu. ft.) and upwards. There are also companies that offer smaller units (5’x5′ or even less), those extra small units are generally a set of boxes or drawers, for storing small items like collector’s items, paper and important documents, among other examples. Very small storage units are commonly known as Locker Units
Individual mini storage units are available to fit your needs. You can rent a unit on a monthly basis under an “occupancy agreement.” You may move your items into the mini storage unit by yourself, or if you have a couple of heavier items, you can request a pickup. Many mini storage facilities will provide free pickup if you agree to keep your items in the unit for a certain length of time. In these cases, when the driver arrives with the truck, it may be your responsibility to load your items. […]
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Small Units – Mini Self Storage ![]() |
Mini Price Self Storage is a company based in Virginia, with self storage facilities in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Hampton, Newport as well as Richmond, Chesterfield, Henrico and Hanover. More warehouses are planned. Mini Self Storage offers both indoor and outdoor small storage units with 24-hour access and more. Bigger and extra large sizes also available and they cover the Texas area.
If you are located in the Tri-State area (NY, NJ, CT) Public Storage is a great option for you. With several sizes and types of mini self storage units. Unit sizes start from 5’x5′, and all of them are Climate Controlled Units.
Manhattan Mini Storage is another good option, with a free moving service included. They have over 15 storage buildings and warehouses around Manhattan island. Need help choosing a unit? Ask the Concierge for help.
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Wikipedia – General information about Self Storage, including sizes and Self storing Worldwide. en.wikipedia.org
Mini Price Self Storage – Virginia self storage, with 8 different sizes of self storage units. www.minipriceselfstorage.com
SelfStorage – Find Self Storage Facilities around US. www.selfstorage.com
Public Storage – Official Public Storage Facilities & Self Storage Units. Small storage units available. www.publicstorage.com
MiniStorage – Southern California’s storage facilities, several locations around southern California. www.ministorage.net
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Mini Self Storage Units – Extra Small Models ![]() |
For those in California needing some extra space you have Mini Storage. They have “Over two dozen locations in Southern California”. Sizes from 25 sq. ft. and above.
“If you are renting a 5×5 (25 sq ft.) space, then you can probably fit the contents of a hall closet or small bedroom. Possible items include an individual filing cabinet, a few smaller boxes with clothing or office supplies, and a chair all together”.
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Locker style mini storage units![]() |
Before you place your items into mini storage, it is imperative that you inspect the facilities. Your mini storage unit should provide sufficient space for all of your items. Create an inventory of all of the items that you wish to place into storage, so that if you don’t know which size unit to select, you’ll have something to show to a facility worker.
The mini self storage units should also be clean, and above all, secure. Self storage facilities offer many types of security features, ranging from alarms, motion detectors, video surveillance, nightly inspections, and guards on duty. You will have to provide your own lock and key, so that only you and your authorised personnel will have access to the unit […]