Storage Units in Seattle
Seattle, Washington
Location, Location, Location Situated on miles of both salt and freshwater shoreline, Seattle shines like a beacon of craft beer, craft coffee and craft everything else. With an estimated population of 662,400 that’s practically growing by the minute, the Washington mecca for those who are too hip to be hipsters has a high concentration of 25 to 34 year olds. This is a demographic that rents rather than buys when it comes to housing (consider the fact that the average Seattle home is valued at $508,000 and you can’t really blame them). Renters are spending at least $1,500 a month on one bedroom apartments, so this means more roommates, more small studios and yep, you guessed it, more people who need storage. But if the cost of living is 21.3% higher than the national average, can you even afford storage? The answer is yes, as long as you’re open to commuting to it. Like apartments, storage units in Seattle cost more when they’re in prime locations. While a 5x5 storage unit in the heart of Seattle will cost you around $85 a month, you can get the same unit for almost half the price if you’re okay with driving to a facility like Red Way Self-Storage where 5x5 units go for around $49 a month. It’s just 16 miles outside of the city which means a half an hour drive. If you’re like most people, you’ll probably only access your storage unit a few times a year at the most. Think about it, is the convenience of downtown really worth spending more than $1,000 a year on storage? We think not. Contrary to Popular Belief, When it Rains it Doesn’t Always Pour We can sum up our initial thoughts on storage in Seattle in two words: climate control . Turns out we weren’t exactly wrong in thinking this, but we weren’t totally right either. Moving to Seattle doesn’t mean that everything you own is going to get drenched in rain. According to the good people of Stor-More Self Storage-Burien , climate control isn’t always necessary. Seattle actually only sees around 38 inches of rain a year, so if you consider the rainiest city to be the one with the most rainfall, it’s far from number one. The number one threat to your items in storage as far as weather goes isn’t necessarily rain anyway. It’s moisture, as in humidity. Seattle is actually characterized by dry, pleasant summer months and chilly, wet winters, so you won’t find the air to be as damp as it is in certain southern states like Texas, and unless you’re storing something very, very valuable (which could be something you might want to think twice about ), you should be fine, especially if you opt for indoor storage or take care not to place cardboard boxes on the ground as they can wick moisture. Stor-More told us about a tenant who dropped by to check on a piano that had been in storage for 20 years. She expected the worst but found out that despite needing a serious tuning, it was totally fine. Seattle is for (Book) Lovers Every year, Central Connecticut State University conducts a study that ranks cities by literacy . Seattle consistently lands in the top five. The city is home to beautiful public libraries, cozy book shops and of course, that famous cloudy weather that inspires residents to stay inside and crack open a novel. If you’ve got a whole bunch of books, you know how hard they can be to transport. They take up a ton of space and they’re super heavy. If you’re putting them into storage , you want to take special care to make sure they remain in good shape, especially if they’re collectibles. If you have an antique book or a first edition, or you love all of your books so much that they all feel like they’re worth a million bucks to you, make sure to box them in materials that are acid-free as the acid can seriously mess with their pages. Also make sure that you never leave those boxes directly on the ground of your storage unit. If you’ve got other boxes or furniture in there, place the boxes of books on top. As we mentioned, the boxes can wick moisture. There’s also the rare possibility of water actually entering your unit. One situation that can cause this is a nearby unit with a fridge that hasn’t been defrosted leaking into yours. If you’re not able to place the boxes of books on top of another item, consider investing in wood pallets or something similar to get them off the ground. Storage and the Homeless The homeless population is high in Seattle. As is the case with any expensive city, many residents find it challenging to make ends meet and are sadly forced to live on the streets. For anyone in this situation, desperation can make living in a storage unit seem like an option. If you’re considering this, you should know that it’s not only illegal, it’s actually pretty dangerous. It’s possible to get trapped in a unit if your door closes behind you once you’re inside. Most Seattle storage facilities are happy to rent storage to homeless people who need a safe place to keep their belongings, and they’ll also happily refer them to local shelters. Many of these allow homeless people to use the shelter’s phone number and address as contact information on a lease. If you’re fortunate enough to have a home, ask your facility manager about charities that they accept donations on behalf of. Your extra clothing, books, household items and canned goods can mean the world to a homeless tenant in need.
Location, Location, Location
Situated on miles of both salt and freshwater shoreline, Seattle shines like a beacon of craft beer, craft coffee and craft everything else. With an estimated population of 662,400 that’s practically growing by the minute, the Washington mecca for those who are too hip to be hipsters has a high concentration of 25 to 34 year olds. This is a demographic that rents rather than buys when it comes to housing (consider the fact that the average Seattle home is valued at $508,000 and you can’t really blame them). Renters are spending at least $1,500 a month on one bedroom apartments, so this means more roommates, more small studios and yep, you guessed it, more people who need storage. But if the cost of living is 21.3% higher than the national average, can you even afford storage? The answer is yes, as long as you’re open to commuting to it. Like apartments, storage units in Seattle cost more when they’re in prime locations. While a 5x5 storage unit in the heart of Seattle will cost you around $85 a month, you can get the same unit for almost half the price if you’re okay with driving to a facility like Red Way Self-Storage where 5x5 units go for around $49 a month. It’s just 16 miles outside of the city which means a half an hour drive. If you’re like most people, you’ll probably only access your storage unit a few times a year at the most. Think about it, is the convenience of downtown really worth spending more than $1,000 a year on storage? We think not.Contrary to Popular Belief, When it Rains it Doesn’t Always Pour
We can sum up our initial thoughts on storage in Seattle in two words: climate control. Turns out we weren’t exactly wrong in thinking this, but we weren’t totally right either. Moving to Seattle doesn’t mean that everything you own is going to get drenched in rain. According to the good people of Stor-More Self Storage-Burien, climate control isn’t always necessary. Seattle actually only sees around 38 inches of rain a year, so if you consider the rainiest city to be the one with the most rainfall, it’s far from number one. The number one threat to your items in storage as far as weather goes isn’t necessarily rain anyway. It’s moisture, as in humidity. Seattle is actually characterized by dry, pleasant summer months and chilly, wet winters, so you won’t find the air to be as damp as it is in certain southern states like Texas, and unless you’re storing something very, very valuable (which could be something you might want to think twice about), you should be fine, especially if you opt for indoor storage or take care not to place cardboard boxes on the ground as they can wick moisture. Stor-More told us about a tenant who dropped by to check on a piano that had been in storage for 20 years. She expected the worst but found out that despite needing a serious tuning, it was totally fine.Seattle is for (Book) Lovers
Every year, Central Connecticut State University conducts a study that ranks cities by literacy. Seattle consistently lands in the top five. The city is home to beautiful public libraries, cozy book shops and of course, that famous cloudy weather that inspires residents to stay inside and crack open a novel. If you’ve got a whole bunch of books, you know how hard they can be to transport. They take up a ton of space and they’re super heavy. If you’re putting them into storage, you want to take special care to make sure they remain in good shape, especially if they’re collectibles. If you have an antique book or a first edition, or you love all of your books so much that they all feel like they’re worth a million bucks to you, make sure to box them in materials that are acid-free as the acid can seriously mess with their pages. Also make sure that you never leave those boxes directly on the ground of your storage unit. If you’ve got other boxes or furniture in there, place the boxes of books on top. As we mentioned, the boxes can wick moisture. There’s also the rare possibility of water actually entering your unit. One situation that can cause this is a nearby unit with a fridge that hasn’t been defrosted leaking into yours. If you’re not able to place the boxes of books on top of another item, consider investing in wood pallets or something similar to get them off the ground.Storage and the Homeless
The homeless population is high in Seattle. As is the case with any expensive city, many residents find it challenging to make ends meet and are sadly forced to live on the streets. For anyone in this situation, desperation can make living in a storage unit seem like an option. If you’re considering this, you should know that it’s not only illegal, it’s actually pretty dangerous. It’s possible to get trapped in a unit if your door closes behind you once you’re inside. Most Seattle storage facilities are happy to rent storage to homeless people who need a safe place to keep their belongings, and they’ll also happily refer them to local shelters. Many of these allow homeless people to use the shelter’s phone number and address as contact information on a lease. If you’re fortunate enough to have a home, ask your facility manager about charities that they accept donations on behalf of. Your extra clothing, books, household items and canned goods can mean the world to a homeless tenant in need.Storage FAQ's
Most storage facilities in Seattle accept deliveries for their customers so that they don't have to go through the process of moving every time they need something to be placed in their storage units. They will keep your items in the office and will inform you when they arrive so that you can place them in your storage unit at your convenience.
Some factors to keep in mind when choosing a storage facility in Seattle are: weather, peak rush hour times, items that you will be storing, and location within Seattle.
We recommend that you get insurance for your belongings because the contents of the units are not insured through storage facilities.
Yes, climate-controlled spaces are available in Seattle due to the varying weather. Temperatures range from 41.0 to 46.4, which can dramatically affect things in your storage unit. For storing items such as wine, wooden items, electronics, metals, artwork, etc. storage facilities recommend that you rent a climate-controlled unit. For questions and more details, please contact a local facility.
In Seattle, there are 78 storage facilities, with a total of 86 storage units. Storage unit sizes generally range from 1' X 1' to 19' X 30'. Call one of your local facilities to have a representative find what size unit is best for you.
Security is every storage operator's priority. Speak with the storage manager of a facility of your liking in Seattle to find out what security measures they take to protect your belongings.
Once you move in and feel that you need to move into a smaller or bigger space, storage facilities are happy to accommodate your move. Before renting a space, it is recommended that you speak to a storage facility representative to help you find the best sized unit for your needs. If things change through the course of your lease, they will help make the transition to your next unit as efficient and simple as possible. We also have a <a href='/size-guide/' class='size_guide_pop_over'>size guide</a> that may answer some preliminary questions you may have.
You have 78 facilities to choose from in Seattle. Access hours range from 8 to 24 hours a day. Please contact your local facility for more specific information about your unit.
No, storage facility employees do not have copies of the keys used for the units. If you lose your key, check with the facility for lock cutting fees. They may also be able to sell another lock and key to you.
Generally the prices of storage units in Seattle vary based on the size of the storage unit and the location of the unit in the facility. Prices range between 15.0 and 459.0, but representatives can better assist you once they have the details of your storage needs.
Yes, most storage facilities sell boxes of various sizes, tape, bubble wrap, labels, and other items for your packing and moving needs.
Yes, storage managers can provide you with tips and techniques on how to most efficiently utilize your storage space. Their hope is that you can have easy access to your items and that your storage space is worth every penny of your money.
Most storage companies in Seattle only provide invoices upon request.
Most storage facilities accept cash, credit cards, or checks. Always ask about autopay, it's faster and much more convenient.
No, storage facilities do not provide movers. However, managers and team members would be happy to provide you with a list of reliable and reasonably priced movers in Seattle. See our <a href='#'>resource guide</a> for movers in Seattle.
Storage companies in Seattle offer a month-to-month lease. If for some reason you would like to cancel your lease during a particular month, please contact one of the facility managers to assist you.
Students and active military members are clients that have unique needs because of the nature of their schedules. Most storage facilities in Seattle offer discounts to students, and discounts and different policies for active military members. Please call your local facility or see our <a href='/university-self-storage/'>students</a> and <a href='/military-self-storage/'>active military members</a> pages to get detailed and updated information.
Drive-up storage units are typically more expensive and not as clean as interior units. Drive-up units are more exposed to the elements (water, dust, etc.) and are therefore not as clean as interior units. Interior units, on the other hand, have a much better climate. Essentially, the desire to rent a drive-up unit comes from clients thinking that they will be visiting their unit very frequently, which is surprisingly not the case. Most people don't come to their units as often as they think they will, so given the cost and cleanliness issues, it's better to rent an interior storage unit.
Most facilities in Seattle schedule professional pest control services every month, and twice a month during summer months.
Storage managers would be happy to help you determine which size unit is best for you so that you're not paying for a 19' X 30' unit when you really need a 1' X 1' unit. Please reference our <a href='/size-guide/' class='size_guide_pop_over'>size guide</a> for more information.
No, no one in the storage facilities has access to your space unless you specifically ask them or give them the right to do so. For example, you may want them to have access to your unit for things you may want delivered directly to your unit.
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