5×5 storage unit: prices, size & what fits
A 5x5 storage unit is the smallest standard size — roughly the footprint of a small closet. It typically fits seasonal items, boxes, small furniture, and personal belongings. The middle price for a 5x5 unit in the United States is $35 a month, with an average of $43 and published rates running from $15 to $263, based on 4,379 units across 24 US states in the StorageAtlas index.
What fits in a 5×5 unit (25 sq ft)
- Seasonal items and holiday decorations
- 10–15 small-to-medium boxes
- Small dresser or nightstand
- Chair or mattress set
- Sports equipment, bicycles
Average 5×5 price by US city
Top 25 US cities in the StorageAtlas index by 5x5 unit availability, in US dollars. Canadian listings are priced in Canadian dollars and are not ranked here. Tap a city for full facility listings.
| City | Avg 5x5 price |
|---|---|
| Miami, FL | $54/mo |
| Los Angeles, CA | $110/mo |
| Phoenix, AZ | $34/mo |
| Seattle, WA | $47/mo |
| Houston, TX | $29/mo |
| Tampa, FL | $40/mo |
| Charlotte, NC | $37/mo |
| Raleigh, NC | $39/mo |
| Atlanta, GA | $33/mo |
| Lubbock, TX | $23/mo |
| Chicago, IL | $43/mo |
| Dallas, TX | $34/mo |
| San Diego, CA | $80/mo |
| San Jose, CA | $61/mo |
| Brooklyn, NY | $73/mo |
| Denver, CO | $41/mo |
| San Antonio, TX | $23/mo |
| Orlando, FL | $34/mo |
| Tucson, AZ | $25/mo |
| Gainesville, FL | $54/mo |
| Queens, NY | $60/mo |
| Mesa, AZ | $31/mo |
| Aurora, CO | $36/mo |
| Greensboro, NC | $34/mo |
| Durham, NC | $32/mo |
5×5 prices by US state
- Oklahoma$29/mo
- Arizona$30/mo
- Ohio$32/mo
- California$78/mo
- New Jersey$62/mo
- New York$60/mo
| State | Avg 5x5 price |
|---|---|
| Oklahoma | $29/mo |
| Arizona | $30/mo |
| Ohio | $32/mo |
| Louisiana | $32/mo |
| Minnesota | $32/mo |
| Texas | $33/mo |
| Georgia | $35/mo |
| Indiana | $36/mo |
| North Carolina | $36/mo |
| South Carolina | $36/mo |
| Wisconsin | $37/mo |
| Missouri | $39/mo |
| Illinois | $41/mo |
| Florida | $42/mo |
| Nevada | $43/mo |
| Washington | $43/mo |
| Oregon | $43/mo |
| Kentucky | $44/mo |
| Tennessee | $44/mo |
| Utah | $44/mo |
| Colorado | $48/mo |
| New York | $60/mo |
| New Jersey | $62/mo |
| California | $78/mo |
Top-rated facilities offering 5×5 units
A sample of highly-rated facilities in our index with confirmed 5x5 unit availability.
Public Storage
5515 Okeechobee Road, Fort Pierce
Starting at
$14 USD/mo
for a 5x5
Public Storage
1651 Sarasota Center Boulevard, Sarasota
Starting at
$15 USD/mo
for a 5x5
Pelican Lock Storage
209 Rue Fosse, Lafayette
Starting at
$15 USD/mo
for a 5x5
Advantage Storage
5280 South State Highway 78, Sachse
Starting at
$12 USD/mo
for a 5x5
Storage Rentals of America
998 Center Road, Avon
Starting at
$16 USD/mo
for a 5x5
AAA Storage San Antonio Texas
7531 Potranco Road, San Antonio
Starting at
$11 USD/mo
for a 5x5
Space Shop Self Storage
14571 Snow Road, Brook Park
Starting at
$17 USD/mo
for a 5x5
Affordable Storage 120th & Indiana
12007 Indiana Avenue, Lubbock
Starting at
$18 USD/mo
for a 5x5
Affordable Storage North Frankford
1606 North Frankford Avenue, Lubbock
Starting at
$18 USD/mo
for a 5x5
Store Space Self Storage
7221 Fite Road, Pearland
Starting at
$18 USD/mo
for a 5x5
Space Shop Self Storage
3765 Jefferson Road, Athens
Starting at
$19 USD/mo
for a 5x5
SecurCare Self Storage
2540 Troy Drive, Wilmington
Starting at
$20 USD/mo
for a 5x5
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 5x5 storage unit cost?+
The middle price for a 5x5 storage unit is $35 per month and the average is $43, based on 4,379 units indexed in the United States. Published rates run from $15 to $263 depending on location, climate control, and market demand. The median is the better guide: a small number of city-centre units sit far above it and pull the average up.
What fits in a 5x5 storage unit?+
A 5x5 unit (25 sq ft) typically holds seasonal items and holiday decorations, 10–15 small-to-medium boxes, small dresser or nightstand, plus boxes and smaller items. It is roughly sized for a closet-sized.
Is a 5x5 big enough for a 1-bedroom apartment?+
A 5x5 unit is smaller than what most movers recommend for a full 1-bedroom. Consider 10x10 or larger for a complete 1-bedroom move.
Is climate control worth it for a 5x5 unit?+
Climate-controlled units cost roughly 25–50% more than standard units but protect wood furniture, electronics, photos, and documents from humidity damage. They are recommended for anything temperature-sensitive or stored longer than 3 months in humid climates.
How is the price of a 5x5 calculated?+
Storage pricing is driven by local land cost, facility demand, amenities (climate control, 24-hour access, drive-up), and unit availability. The averages on this page are computed directly from 4,379 real 5x5 units listed across our facility index.