New York, the Big Apple, the city so busy there’s always something to do and someplace to go. It’s also a city where fewer people than usual drive because of great public transportation, and where you won’t be able to park your RV in front of your home.
So, if you’re an RV owner and need a safe place to keep your second home, your ticket out of the New York rush for part of the year, you need a good self-storage facility.
New York City has 65 self-storage facilities, 22 of which have RV and boat storage.
Consider 24 Hour Access
Going on vacation often means leaving your home very late or very early and coming home at unexpected hours. This is true whether you are taking a flight out of JFK or heading out in your RV. So, whenever possible, opt for an RV storage facility with 24 hour access.
Even if you’re going somewhere local in state like
Black Bear Campground or
Eastern Long Island Kampground you may leave and return at odd hours when most businesses are closed, so plan accordingly.
Opting for a Flexible Lease
Extended vacations in your RV to enjoy a natural environment and a different city are fantastic. To save money, find out if any of your storage options have flexible leases. After all, while on vacation, you’ll need to pay for your camping space, you’ll visit attractions, and you may eat out more than usual. You probably don’t want to pay for the storage space you’re not using.
A flexible lease can allow you to pay less for your storage space while you’re on vacation without having to get a new lease when you get back.
Why Security Matters in New York City
It may seem surprising, but New York rates at 25 on the crime index scale, which is reasonably safe. This is just
slightly above the national average. So, you should feel comfortable putting your RV in a New York storage facility.
However, you should always think about the different variables. Check out the neighborhood of the facility. The foremost consideration, however, is the facility’s security. Ideally, any given self-storage facility will have an alarm system, cameras, good lighting at night, and a secure gate.
Also, RV self-storage can range from fully enclosed, locked units, to open parking lots. Our article
storage security systems can help you recognize good security.
