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 national average monthly rate for a 5x5 unit is $57, with typical prices ranging from $15 to $590 based on 872 units across 26 states and provinces 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 city
Top 25 cities in the StorageAtlas index by 5x5 unit availability. Tap a city for full facility listings.
| City | Avg 5x5 price |
|---|---|
| Lubbock, TX | $18/mo |
| Coquitlam, BC | $143/mo |
| Phoenix, AZ | $35/mo |
| Lexington, KY | $88/mo |
| Port St. Lucie, FL | $64/mo |
| Wilmington, NC | $34/mo |
| Macon, GA | $46/mo |
| Charlotte, NC | $51/mo |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $31/mo |
| Savannah, GA | $77/mo |
| Shreveport, LA | $24/mo |
| Knoxville, TN | $46/mo |
| Tucson, AZ | $22/mo |
| Peoria, AZ | $24/mo |
| Tampa, FL | $48/mo |
| Tallahassee, FL | $57/mo |
| Deerfield Beach, FL | $62/mo |
| Queens, NY | $67/mo |
| Odessa, TX | $62/mo |
| Vancouver, WA | $58/mo |
| Vancouver, BC | $200/mo |
| Miami, FL | $48/mo |
| North Fort Myers, FL | $27/mo |
| Marietta, GA | $33/mo |
| Greenville, SC | $32/mo |
5×5 prices by state & province
- Arizona$31/mo
- Indiana$33/mo
- Minnesota$36/mo
- British Columbia$143/mo
- Alberta$113/mo
- Kentucky$100/mo
| State / Province | Avg 5x5 price |
|---|---|
| Arizona | $31/mo |
| Indiana | $33/mo |
| Minnesota | $36/mo |
| South Carolina | $37/mo |
| Colorado | $39/mo |
| Texas | $39/mo |
| Louisiana | $41/mo |
| Illinois | $42/mo |
| Tennessee | $42/mo |
| Utah | $44/mo |
| North Carolina | $45/mo |
| Oklahoma | $46/mo |
| Georgia | $50/mo |
| Nevada | $50/mo |
| Florida | $51/mo |
| Wisconsin | $51/mo |
| Missouri | $56/mo |
| Washington | $57/mo |
| California | $60/mo |
| New York | $68/mo |
| Quebec | $76/mo |
| Ontario | $88/mo |
| New Jersey | $89/mo |
| Kentucky | $100/mo |
| Alberta | $113/mo |
| British Columbia | $143/mo |
Top-rated facilities offering 5×5 units
A sample of highly-rated facilities in our index with confirmed 5x5 unit availability.
Affordable Storage 120th & Indiana
12007 Indiana Avenue, Lubbock
Starting at
$18/mo
Affordable Storage North Frankford
1606 North Frankford Avenue, Lubbock
Starting at
$18/mo
SecurCare Self Storage
2540 Troy Drive, Wilmington
Starting at
$20/mo
Affordable Storage Loop 289 & Utica
314 North Utica Avenue, Lubbock
Starting at
$20/mo
Affordable Storage - North Slide & Erskine
5010 Erskine Street, Lubbock
Starting at
$20/mo
Affordable Storage 19th & Upland
7112 19th Street, Lubbock
Starting at
$20/mo
Michael Postar's Affordable Storage
6971 South Georgia Street, Amarillo
Starting at
$20/mo
SecurCare Self Storage
809 Shipyard Boulevard, Wilmington
Starting at
$33/mo
Acorn Mini Storage | Lakeland, FL
5320 Florida 33, Lakeland
Starting at
$35/mo
Prime Guard Self Storage
5607 Big Lake Road, Lake Charles
Starting at
$40/mo
Sentry Self Storage
7021 North Federal Highway, Boca Raton
Starting at
$32/mo
Lawton Self Storage™ - 6113 NW Cache Road
6113 Northwest Cache Road, Lawton
Starting at
$49/mo
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 5x5 storage unit cost?+
The national average for a 5x5 storage unit is $57 per month, based on 872 units indexed across the US and Canada. Prices typically range from $15 to $590 depending on location, climate control, and market demand.
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 872 real 5x5 units listed across our facility index.