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About self storage in Illinois
Looking for storage in Illinois?
Illinois is most populous and demographically diverse state in the Midwest, and the fifth most populous in the nation. With Chicago in the northeast, the third largest city in the U.S., and many other smaller cities in central and western Illinois, this makes for Illinois as an important transportation hub, with the Port of Chicago connecting the Great Lakes to the Mississippi River.
StorageFront helps Illinois renters find the self storage they need. With currently 1,172 listings on StorageFront in Illinois, you’re sure to fine a storage unit near you.
In military towns like Carmi, Belleville, Springfield, Granite City, Chicago, Cairo, Metropolis, Highwood, Joliet, Rock Island, Savanna, Arlington, Libertyville, North Chicago, and Glenview, Illinois, self storage facilities are plentiful. But choose the right one for you, especially at full capacity bases.
Illinois is also home to many colleges. There are eleven “National Universities” in the state. Five rank among the National Universities in the United States according to the U.S. News & World Report, those are: University of Chicago, Northwestern University (Evanston), the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Illinois Institute of technology (Chicago), and Loyola University of Chicago. Additionally, Illinois has more than 20 accredited four-year universities, both public and private, and dozens of small liberal arts colleges, and 49 public community colleges in the Illinois Community College System. When searching on StorageFront in these areas, ask about short-term contracts for summer months or seek storage for that one semester when the minimal extra space allotted in your apartment just isn’t cutting it anymore.
Climate
Illinois occupies the mid-continent, and has a varying climate. Most of Illinois has a humid continental climate with hot to humid summers and cool to very cold winters. When looking for mini storage, polar opposite temperatures are important to consider.
Normal annual snowfall exceeds 38 inches in the Chicago area, while the southern portion of the state normally receives less than 14 inches. If looking for a self storage facility in Chicago, climate controlled facilities are something to consider.
Illinois averages around 51 days of thunderstorms a year. Given its location, it is also prone to tornadoes with an average of 35 occurring annually. Look for storage facilities that feature weather resistant structures, low-rise buildings, and sturdy exterior.
Consider the humidity with items such as photographs, metal that is susceptible to rusting, leather and electronics. As for the harsh cold, food and wine can spoil if too warm or frozen.
With Lake Michigan in the northeast, many residents enjoy the summer months with boating and outdoor activities. Refer to StorageFront to find facilities that offer boat storage, so that during the harsh winter months you’re boat is protected and ready for when the sun shines once again. Refer to StorageFront under Packing and Storage Tips for winterization tips before storing RV’s, boats, and trailers.
Crime
“The Windy City” of Chicago accounts for the bulk of the state’s crime. When choosing storage, consider neighborhoods with lower crime rates, or facilities that offer surveillance or a gated property.
Culture
In 2010, Illinois’ population is projected to reach nearly 13 million. With Chicago making up nearly 3 million, the other surrounding cities ranking behind it include: Rockford, Aurora, Joliet, Naperville, Springfield, Peoria, and Elgin. StorageFront offers a bilingual interface, where one can simply click to view the site in Spanish, thus making it the most advanced self storage finder.
Chi Town also offers a wide variety of cultural experience, ranging from the theater district to a vast entertainment platform, being that Chicago brings in roughly 38 million visitors each year, with O’Hare International Airport as the second busiest airport in the world.
Care
To learn more about properly packing and caring for your property in Illinois, see Storage Help.