Self storage units in San Francisco, CA
Storage space
14×9
San Jose, CA
45.9 mi
Near 3652 Groesbeck Hill Dr
5.0
5 months rented
50% off1st month
$97
Storage space
25×20
Sacramento, CA
79.1 mi
Near 2628 Traction Ave
5.0
21 months rented
50% off1st month
$203
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Average distance 0.8 miles; 50% of listings under 0.5 miles away.
Top listings: Storage Units, average price $200, 67% have cameras.
Quick replies: Average host response time 45 minutes; 60% respond in 30 minutes.
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Garage
20×10
San Francisco, CA
0.7 mi
Near 1559 Mission St
Security Camera
Climate Controlled
Perfect, central spot for a weekend car or a long-term storage solution.
$600
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Public Storage
San Francisco, CA
1.2 mi
99 S Van Ness Ave San Francisco, CA
4.5
Pros: secure storage with climate control., clean and well-maintained facilities., helpful, courteous staff available., plenty of on-site customer parking.Cons: access hours are severely restrictive., staff responds poorly to customer issues., frequent elevator malfunctions reported., regular, substantial price increases., rental insurance feels unnecessary.
starting at
$131
per month before tax
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Extra Space Storage
San Francisco, CA
1.3 mi
1400 Folsom St San Francisco, CA
4.8
Pros: helpful and professional staff, convenience and clean facilities, impressive user-friendly online reservations, safe and secure environmentCons: limited parking space during peak times, frequent rent increases, some units not thoroughly cleaned, main elevator sometimes out of order
starting at
$42
per month before tax
Not affiliated with Neighbor
SOMA Self-Storage
San Francisco, CA
1.3 mi
1475 Mission St San Francisco, CA
4.3
Pros: access from parking is easy, facility includes a loading bayCons: early closing hours at 7pm, limited number of parking spaces
starting at
$88
per month before tax
Cheap prices: Starting at $19
Average price of low-cost options is $212; minimum price starts at $20.
Sizes vary: smallest is 4x4 feet; largest is 10x25 feet.
Shortest distance is 1.2 miles; longest is 8.5 miles.
Storage space
6×2
Valley Springs, CA
84.2 mi
Near 8323 Southworth Rd
5.0
Smoke Free
No Stairs
50% off
1st month
starting at
$26
Self Storage Unit
4×3
Los Altos, CA
32.3 mi
Near 13867 Robleda Rd
5.0
Instant book
Security Camera
Private Space
starting at
$45
Shed
7×5
Lockeford, CA
74.4 mi
Near 18970 N Highway 88
5.0
Security Camera
Private Space
"I’m very satisfied and it was great working with the host."－ Verified review
50% off
1st month
$50
Storage space
5×7
Sacramento, CA
81.1 mi
Near 3372 Polaris Dr
Smoke Free
Private Space
50% off
1st month
$50
Larger units: 10x15 and above
Average price of large units is $339, sizes range from 150-440 sq. ft.
50% of the large units have security cameras, enhancing storage safety.
25% of large units are managed by Top Hosts, ensuring quality service.
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Treasure Island Drive-Up Self Storage
San Francisco, CA
5.9 mi
710 13th St San Francisco, CA
4.8
Pros: clean, finished, and organized units, good and friendly service, plenty of parking space available, safe and secure facilityCons: certain units lack electricity, limited access hours (close at 9 pm), traffic issues near access route, containers smaller than 20 feet
starting at
$400
per month before tax
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Affordable Self Storage
San Francisco, CA
5.6 mi
750 Avenue E San Francisco, CA
4.6
Pros: affordable rates compared to competitors, 24-hour access for convenience, highly secure with constant monitoring, friendly and helpful staff, easy access for vehicles directly to unitsCons: reservation of security deposit is difficult, past troubles with staff monitoring customers, location might be unsettling for some people
starting at
$515
per month before tax
Warehouse
5×7
San Rafael, CA
17.7 mi
Near 321 Mesa Verde Way
5.0
Security Camera
Smoke Detectors
50% off
1st month
starting at
$83
Not affiliated with Neighbor
Public Storage
Oakland, CA
10.3 mi
1327 International Blvd Oakland, CA
4.9
Pros: easy to access parking area, parking available with smooth processCons: property frequently left unlocked, questionable security around parking area, unclear if someone is living on property
starting at
$554
per month before tax
Medium sized units: 5x5 - 10x15
Average price of medium storage units: $149; distances vary from 1.2 to 9.6 miles.
33% of units offer discounts; top hosts available in 8% of listings.
Access: 50% by appointment; 25% within 2 hours; 25% within 24 hours.
Self Storage Unit
7×5
South San Francisco, CA
8.5 mi
Near 1210 San Mateo Ave
Security Camera
Smoke Detectors
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50% off
1st month
$70
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Extra Space Storage
Oakland, CA
8.6 mi
300 Market St Oakland, CA
4.9
Pros: helpful and professional staff, clean and large storage units, easy access with multiple loading docks, good location with convenient parkingCons: frequent and high rate increases, poor customer service for some users, loading dock sometimes used for regular parking
starting at
$354
per month before tax
Self Storage Unit
5×5
San Rafael, CA
18.2 mi
1001 Cresta Way San Rafael, California
4.3
Instant book
50% off
1st month
$73
Basement
10×10
Oakland, CA
10.9 mi
Near 201 St James Dr
5.0
Smoke Detectors
Smoke Free
50% off
1st month
$139
Smaller units: 5x5 and below
Average price for 5x5 units: $102, average distance: 3.7 miles.
50% of listings offer first month discounts, average host response time: 43 minutes.
67% of listings rated 5 stars, average rating: 3.3 with 11 total ratings.
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Public Storage
San Francisco, CA
1.8 mi
2587 Marin St San Francisco, CA
4.8
Pros: positive customer service experience, clean and well-lit facilities, carts available for moving itemsCons: security concerns raised by customers, unit structural issues (thin doors), limited hours of operation, app performance complaints for essential tasks
starting at
$148
per month before tax
Not affiliated with Neighbor
Allsafe Self Storage
Alameda, CA
8.0 mi
1 Singleton Ave Alameda, CA
4.6
starting at
$27
per month before tax
Self Storage Unit
5×5
Mountain View, CA
31.6 mi
1984 W El Camino Real Mountain View, California
4.3
Instant book
Pet Free
Smoke Detectors
50% off
1st month
$56
Self Storage Unit
3×2
Dublin, CA
28.8 mi
5421 Campbell Ln Dublin, California
4.3
Instant book
50% off
1st month
$62
Drive-up access with your vehicle
Average price of $263 and average size of 13x15 feet for drive-up access.
75% of listings are garages; average distance is 6.6 miles.
57% of listings have indoor access; 50% feature security cameras.
Garage
42×10
Alameda, CA
7.7 mi
Near 1050 Marina Village Pkwy
5.0
Climate Controlled
Smoke Free
$549
Garage
19×13
Oakland, CA
10.0 mi
Near 665 Vernon St
5.0
Security Camera
Private Entrance
$246
Garage
20×10
Richmond, CA
10.6 mi
Near 1614 Potrero Ave
5.0
No Stairs
Locked Area
$266
Garage
20×10
San Leandro, CA
16.5 mi
Near I-580
5.0
Climate Controlled
Smoke Free
$204
Climate controlled storage
Average price for climate controlled units: $213. Prices range from $39 to $375.
Average distance for units: 3.4 miles. Closest unit is 1.2 miles away.
Top rated listings: 5 stars. 100% of rated units have a 5-star rating.
Shed
6×15
Union City, CA
22.8 mi
Near 31344 Santa Maria Dr
5.0
Climate Controlled
Private Entrance
50% off
1st month
$77
Basement
5×5
Fairfax, CA
17.2 mi
Near 82 Oak Knoll Ave
Security Camera
Smoke Detectors
$90
Warehouse
20×10
Richmond, CA
13.2 mi
Near Belgum Trl
Security Camera
Smoke Detectors
Secure location in a residential neighborhood.
$220
Garage
20×10
Elk Grove, CA
71.3 mi
Near 7470 Shasta Ave
5.0
Smoke Free
Climate Controlled
$61
Business storage
Average price for garage listings: $247; average rating: 4.3 of 5.
50% of listings have security cameras; 33% offer indoor storage.
Fastest host response time: 2 minutes; most listings respond within 1 hour.
Warehouse
30×10
San Pablo, CA
12.6 mi
Near 644 17th St
Instant book
Smoke Detectors
Private Entrance
50% off
1st month
$246
Not affiliated with Neighbor
A-1 Self Storage
Oakland, CA
11.4 mi
301 High St Oakland, CA
4.6
Pros: clean and well-maintained facility, secure storage units with good accessibility, friendly and helpful staff, convenient payment options including auto payCons: chemical spill not properly cleaned up, issues with missing security footage, additional charge for padlocks, facility alarm issues persist
starting at
$522
per month before tax
Garage
20×10
San Leandro, CA
15.8 mi
Near Flood Control Canal
5.0
Smoke Detectors
Smoke Free
$385
24-hour access
Average price for 24-hour access units: $238. Minimum price: $140.
Average rating is 0.4 of 5, with 70% of hosts responding within 12 hours.
Closest unit is 1.5 miles away, and average width is 10 feet.
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How Neighbor compares to traditional storage facilities
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Wide variety of sizes
Wide variety of sizes
Lowest prices
Lowest prices
Highest safety rating
Highest safety rating
Protection plans
Protection plans
Nationwide availability
Nationwide availability
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Verified hosts
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Storage facility cost comparison
5×5 | 5×10 | 10×10 | 10×20 | 10×30 | 10×40 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Average storage facility San Francisco, CA | $106 | $160 | $290 | $427 | $503 | $485 |
Neighbor 100+ storage spaces nearby | ||||||
Public Storage San Francisco, CA (1 miles) | $131 | $203 | $347 | -- | -- | -- |
SOMA Self-Storage San Francisco, CA (1 miles) | $105 | $177 | $370 | $585 | $783 | -- |
Extra Space Storage San Francisco, CA (1 miles) | $179 | $238 | $578 | -- | -- | -- |
Storage for Rent in San Francisco, CA
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What’s the best self storage option for you?
Compare the pros and cons of renting from various storage unit options, including drive-up and interior units
Drive-up Exterior Units
Enclosed drive-up storage units, like garages, have an outdoor entrance
30% of storage spaces in San Francisco have security cameras as an amenity provided by the host
Interior-Access Storage Units
Indoor spaces like vacant offices or residential rooms offer increased protection
In San Francisco, 79% of listings do not have stairs leading to the storage space, allowing for easy access
Vehicle Storage Units
Indoor storage units that allow vehicles provide protection over outdoor parking
Residential indoor parking in San Francisco is 31% cheaper than nearby areas
Self-storage units in San Francisco, CA
Neighbor’s Recommendation: Best Space Types for San Francisco, CA Residents
San Francisco’s self-storage prices are reaching record highs, which means you’ll need to choose your storage unit wisely. Otherwise, you’ll end up spending several hundred dollars a month on the wrong storage unit. (On average, San Francisco locals spend around $625 on a standard 10’x30’ storage unit).
Before you pay extra for climate-controlled storage–especially in a temperate climate like San Francisco’s, where temperatures rarely exceed 70 degrees–consider our recommendations.
We’ll recommend not only a storage unit type (climate-controlled, drive-up, indoor access, etc.) but also the best storage unit size.
For commonly stored items (clothes, books, tools, kitchenware, decorations, etc.), we’d recommend:
- A 10’x10’ drive-up storage unit
- A one-car, residential garage (available on Neighbor’s platform)
- Unfinished basement (available on Neighbor’s platform)
Here’s why: These items don’t require climatized conditions. To reduce your monthly storage unit costs, stick with outdoor or non-climate-controlled options (which tend to be cheaper in San Francisco and across the U.S.).
For temperature-sensitive items (furniture, work documents, linens, electronics, musical instruments, etc.), we recommend:
A 10’x10’ or 10’x20’ drive-up storage unit (otherwise known as an “outdoor access” storage unit)
- When storing furniture…choose a 10’x20’ unit
- When storing business equipment/work documents…choose a 10’x10’ (the most popular storage unit size)
- When storing electronics…choose a 10’x10’ (unless you’re storing multiple big-screen TVs)
Here’s why: While many recommend a climate-controlled storage facility for furniture storage and electronic storage, here at Neighbor, we don’t think climatized storage is worth the cost for SF residents.
However, San Francisco summers are mild, with temperatures ranging from 67 to 54 degrees in July. San Francisco winters are equally manageable, with temperatures rarely dipping below the 50s. Overall, your items are at very low risk of sustaining temperature-related damage. Plus, most climate-controlled facilities keep temperatures between 65°F -85°F degrees anyway.
For vehicles (standard-sized cars, motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs)
- For car storage, opt for a unit 10’x20’ or larger (preferably a 10’x30’ unit)
- For motorcycle and e-bike storage, a 10’x10’ unit will suffice
*Note: Regardless of vehicle type, opt for a drive-up storage unit
Here’s why: Storage units aren’t just for old yearbooks. You can also store vehicles in a traditional drive-up San Francisco storage unit that’s 10’x20’ or larger (10’x25’, 10’x30’, or 10’x40’), the facility’s policies permitting.
Because not all storage facilities permit vehicle storage (especially indoor-access facilities), a residential garage space on Neighbor is a great option. Just find a garage for rent in your neighborhood.
While some traditional storage facilities offer designated vehicle parking (for cars, RVs, and boats), this is usually canopy parking (covered parking). *Note: If you’re storing a classic car, always opt for enclosed vehicle storage over covered vehicle storage for added protection.
Drive-up vs. Indoor-Access Storage
An indoor-access storage facility is a multi-floor building where renters access their units from the interior. These buildings are usually climate-controlled. Vehicle storage is not permitted in these unit types.
When people hear self-storage, the first thing they think of is a drive-up storage facility. These units look like mini garages with roll-up doors that are accessed from the outside.
Drive-up storage units in an area prone to heavy snowstorms, monsoons, and other extreme weather can be an inconvenience. After all, who wants to lug boxes or pull out holiday decorations in blizzard conditions?
Luckily, because the San Francisco area rarely experiences snow and rainfall is unlikely from April to October, drive-up storage comes highly recommended–especially for those renters looking to save on self-storage costs.
Cost of Self Storage in San Francisco: Traditional vs. Peer-to-Peer
Traditional storage facilities tell you that self-storage costs vary depending on the facility’s location, unit size, and property amenities. This simple formula still leaves many questions unanswered.
Will prices rise? What are the itemized costs associated with this monthly rate?
With peer-to-peer storage marketplaces like Neighbor, monthly rates are clearly posted (and per-month rent costs will never increase). After booking, your price is locked in.
Plus, peer-to-peer self-storage is 30% cheaper than traditional options, even in high-cost-of-living cities like San Francisco. The same 10’30’ storage space in the SF area is $375 cheaper on Neighbor ($625 vs. $250)
Types of Self-Storage Spaces Available: Traditional vs. Peer-to-Peer
When you go through a traditional self-storage facility, San Francisco residents like yourself can choose between drive-up storage (non-climate-controlled) or indoor-access storage (usually climate-controlled). Regardless of storage type, you’ll usually have the following size options:
- 5’x5’
- 5’x10’
- 10’x10’
- 10’x15’
- 10’x20’ (Ideal for large furniture and vehicle storage)
- 10’x30’ (Ideal for vehicle storage)
- 10’x40’ (Ideal for vehicle storage)
On Neighbor, a peer-to-peer storage marketplace, you’ll not only have access to traditional storage units, but also:
- Private residential garages
- Sheds
- Spare rooms
- Basements (Unfinished or finished)
…all located in your own San Francisco, CA, neighborhood, which means less time spent commuting to and from self-storage facilities in remote areas.
When deciding which is the right storage unit for you, keep these other self-storage tips in mind:
- San Francisco self-storage facilities prohibit renters from living and working in storage units.
- Size is usually the biggest determinant of storage cost
- A 10’x10’ unit is the most popular size of storage unit
- Not all traditional storage facilities permit vehicle parking–even if they might offer units large enough to store a vehicle. Contact the storage facility directly to inquire about their policies.
Drive-Up Storage Units
Right for You If:
- You’re storing large items or vehicles with very specific size dimensions: While the sizes of residential storage spaces are variable and unpredictable, storage facilities across San Francisco usually offer similar menus of storage unit sizes.
- You want to purchase an add-on insurance plan: Check out this storage unit insurance guide for information on what you can expect price-wise.
- You plan to use your storage unit for car storage: With drive-up units, renters can easily pull their vehicles in through the garage-style doors.
- You want unloading and loading your items to be as quick as possible: Just pull your vehicle up to your assigned unit. Unloading/loading is quick because your vehicle’s trunk is only a few feet from your storage unit’s entrance.
Not Right For You If:
- You’re storing high-value/priceless items: Self-storage facilities are becoming major targets for thefts/break-ins, especially in higher-crime areas like San Francisco.
- You want climate-controlled storage: Most drive up access units are NOT climate-controlled
- You want a secure storage facility within 5 minutes of your home: Most traditional drive-up storage facilities are located in remote areas, far away from city centers.
Indoor-Access: Storage Units
Right for You If:
- You have a specific storage unit size in mind: The dimensions of residential storage spaces are inconsistent, but traditional storage facilities standardize unit sizes.
- You want to purchase an add-on insurance plan: Want to know your belongings are protected, even in the case of break-ins and theft? You can pay the extra for an insurance plan.
- You are insistent about climate-controlled storage: Most indoor-access facilities are climate-controlled (meaning they’re kept between 65 and 85 degrees).
- You don’t mind making extra trips up to your unit: Because you can’t pull your car up to your unit, you’ll have to load your items onto a cart (and potentially take an elevator).
Not the Right Fit If:
- You want loading and unloading to be quick & hassle-free: When accessing an indoor-access storage unit, you’ll need to park your vehicle, locate a cart, load up your items, and then push the cart to your assigned storage space.
- You don’t want to deal with all the heavy lifting: Moving heavy furniture from the parking lot to a unit on the third floor is no small task. Without a team of movers, you may even be at risk of injury.
- You’re on a tight budget: Indoor storage units typically cost more than a unit with drive-up access
Private Garages
Right For You If:
- You prioritize security over cost-savings: Residential storage spaces are up to 14x safer than traditional units
- You’re willing to pay extra for the right storage unit: Residential garage spaces typically have a higher price tag.
Not the Right Fit If:
- You have a limited budget: Because these spaces are rare, they’re priced at higher rates.
- You prioritize privacy When renting garage space from a San Francisco resident, you might end up sharing the space with other renters of the host themselves.
Shed
Right For You If:
- You’re storing a small vehicle: Sheds are the perfect size for smaller vehicles like motorcycles, dirtbikes, canoes, kayaks, and more! _And thanks to San Francisco’s temperate climate, you won’t have to worry about extreme temperature fluctuations causing damage.
- You’re looking for a cheap storage option: Compared to private garages, private sheds are a more affordable option.
Not the Right Fit If:
- You need a larger storage unit: While larger storage units can be up to 12 feet wide and 24 feet long, most smaller to medium-sized sheds are between 10-15 ft long.
- You want total privacy: If the shed is large enough, you may end up sharing the space with other renters or the host’s belongings.
Spare Room:
Right For You If:
- You’re looking for maximum security storage: Since the space is located in someone’s home–which is most likely equipped with a built-in security system–your belongings are at lower risk.
- You like the idea of someone watching over your belongings: Because the host lives in the space, you can find peace of mind, knowing they’re there to respond to any security concerns.
Not the Right Fit If:
- If you don’t want to share a space with another renter: Most spare rooms listed on Neighbor are rented out to multiple renters.
- You need 24-hour storage: If you need to access your belongings very late at night (or very early in the morning), this isn’t the right space for you.
Unfinished Basement:
Right For You If:
- You’re worried about potential theft: Because this storage space is a part of someone’s home, you can rest easy, knowing your host will go above and beyond to keep your belongings safe.
- You need to store a smaller recreational vehicles: These spaces can easily fit smaller recreational vehicles like kayaks, canoes, e-bikes, scooters, etc. (even motorcycles).
Not the Right Fit If:
- You don’t want your belongings stored with someone else’s: With plenty of rentable space, unfinished basements are usually shared between several renters.
- You’re storing belongings that household pests could damage: Unfinished basements can be hotspots for pests (insects, rodents, etc.) as they’re usually dark and damp.
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