What Size Storage Unit Do I Need? | Eldridge Storage – Eldridge, IA

Published on 12/9/2025
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“What Size Unit Do I Actually Need? — A Quick Guide”

Not sure whether you need a closet‑size spot or a mini‑warehouse? Here’s a quick cheat sheet for what fits where at Eldridge Storage ⬇️

Unit Size / TypeWhat Typically FitsGood For…
5×10 (climate-controlled)A single room: boxes, small furniture, holiday décor, tools, seasonal gearStudents, decluttering, short‑term storage eldridgestorage.com+1
10×10 drive‑up or climateLiving‑room + two bedrooms (couch, chairs, dressers, possibly small appliances)Small households, apartment moves, medium‑size storage eldridgestorage.com+1
10×20 drive‑up or climateMulti‑bedroom house’s contents, multiple rooms + boxes + major furnitureFull household storage, long‑term storage, staging a house eldridgestorage.com+1
10×30 drive‑upWhole house — furniture, appliances, boxes, maybe vehicle or boat/trailerFull moves, RV/trailer storage, large households eldridgestorage.com+1

💡 Pro tip: If you’re unsure, go one size up — it’s often worth a little extra space vs. cramming and risking damage.