Self Storage Units in Illinois

Compare 601 facilities across 134 cities

Starting at$15/mo

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Illinois has 601 self-storage facilities across 134 cities — from Chicago and Springfield to smaller towns across the state. 281 of them publish a monthly rate on their own website, which is what you can compare here without ringing round.

Storage units in Illinois start at $15/month for a small unit. A 10×10 unit — the most rented size, roughly the contents of a 1-bedroom apartment — averages $101/month in Illinois. 238 of the 601 Illinois facilities we list mention climate-controlled units on their own website. Operators price those above a standard unit; how much more is on the facility's own listing.

Self Storage Prices in Illinois by Unit Size

Based on 1,630 listed units across StorageAtlas facilities in Illinois.

Unit Size	What It Fits	Median/mo	Avg/mo	Price Range	Units
5×5	Small closet or boxes	$39	$42	$15–$120	220
5×10	Studio or small bedroom	$53	$59	$15–$242	348
10×10	1-bedroom apartment	$94	$101	$30–$247	331
10×15	Large 1-bed / small 2-bed	$125	$140	$40–$547	268
10×20	2–3 bedroom home	$162	$179	$24–$670	329
10×30	Large home or vehicle	$228	$247	$32–$726	134

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Self Storage in Illinois — Common Questions

How much does self storage cost in Illinois?

The cheapest unit listed in Illinois is $15/month. A 10×10 — the most rented size — averages $101/month across 331 listed 10×10 units in Illinois. Prices vary by city, unit size, and whether climate control is included. 281 of the 601 Illinois facilities on StorageAtlas publish a rate you can compare.

How many self storage facilities are in Illinois?

There are 601 self storage facilities listed in Illinois across 134 cities on StorageAtlas, including national chains like Public Storage and Extra Space, and independent local operators. 281 of them publish a monthly rate; the rest list an address, hours and amenities, and we ring those on request.

Which cities in Illinois have the most self storage options?

The cities with the most self storage facilities in Illinois include Chicago, Springfield, Bloomington. Each city page lists every facility we hold, with the monthly rate and unit sizes wherever the facility publishes them.

What size storage unit do I need in Illinois?

The most rented storage unit size is the 10×10 (100 sq ft), which holds the contents of a 1-bedroom apartment. A 5×10 fits a studio or a few pieces of furniture. A 10×20 (200 sq ft) holds a full 2–3 bedroom home. StorageAtlas holds listed prices for 5×5, 5×10, 10×10, 10×15, 10×20, 10×30 across Illinois, drawn from 1,630 priced units.

How do I find cheap storage units in Illinois?

Search your city and sort by price, then compare the listings that publish a rate side by side. Look for first-month-free promotions, and compare drive-up units against interior ones rather than assuming either is cheaper. The cheapest unit listed in Illinois is $15/month.