Storage Units in Tucson
Tucson, Arizona
Cheap Rent Means More Money for Storage (And Tacos) Or, you know, whatever else you like to use your disposable income for (we recommend storage and tacos). In Tucson, $600 a month will get you a decent one bedroom apartment and the average listing price for a home is $159,000. Storage follows a similar trend. Expect to pay around $50 a month for a smaller storage unit (like a 5x5) and around $100 for something a little bigger (like a 10x10). There are 121 storage facilities in Tucson, which means plenty of options for the city of about 750,000 people. You’ll find that storage facilities are pretty spread out which is a reflection of Tucson’s own sprawling nature. Individual neighborhoods tend to be very walkable and bikeable thanks to 72 miles of multi-use paths. Public transportation is available, so if you’re going carless (or just looking to save money on gas) and you’re interested in a storage unit you can walk, bike or take a bus to, this is doable as long as you keep it close to where you live. It’s a good idea to have a car in the summer though, as walking, biking or waiting for the bus in the hot sun can sometimes feel like a death wish, plus you’ll be able to enjoy drive up access at your storage facility if that’s a feature that’s on your wish list. University Storage isn’t Just for University Students It seems like everyone in Tucson either works at the University of Arizona or goes there. The school has almost 33,000 students and more than 12,000 employees. In fact, it’s one of the largest local job sources in town. This means that students aren’t the only ones who need storage during certain times of the year. Faculty and staff who either don’t work over the summer, work elsewhere or work less and travel more also need storage. That’s about 45,000 people potentially looking for storage during the summer months. Naturally, facilities closer to campus or offering student specials will go first and may be able to jack up rates as a result of their desirability. Steer clear of any special that looks to good to be true and be sure to consider a storage facility that’s on the outskirts of town rather than in the heart of the city. This rule actually applies to just about every major city when it comes to storage. If you’ve got a car and don’t mind adding another 10 or 20 minutes to your commute, you can find a storage facility with low rates and high availability. If you consider the fact that most people only visit their storage units a few times a year (or in the case of university renters, at the beginning and the end of the summer), the extra few bucks of gas money are totally worth it. Don’t Drive in a Flood and Don’t Store in One Either That brings us to our next point. Monsoon season. During the summer, Tucson experiences periods of huge thunderstorms and heavy rainfall. The city receives 11.3 inches of rain a year, most of which occurs during the summer monsoon season. In 2008, for example, 8.5 inches of rain fell hard and fast and many residents were stranded without power. You might be thinking, what does this have to do with storage? Well, if you’ve opted for indoor, climate-controlled storage, the answer is probably not much. But if you’ve got an outdoor, drive-up unit or you’re storing a vehicle in an outdoor lot, you might want to pay attention. The Arizona Stupid Motorist Law (not the law’s real name) requires anyone who drives into a flooded area to pay their own rescue fee. If you’ve just got to access your unit and your run into this, we suggest going back home or at least brushing up on your arc building skills. And as for your stuff? If water enters your unit during a flood, this can destroy precious items like artwork and antique furniture. It can also seep into clothing and books causing them to rot. In addition to this, remember that flood water often contains mud, debris and sometimes even raw sewage. You don’t want that stuff in your unit. Do some damage control before the damage occurs by storing items on top of pallets, opting for plastic bins instead of cardboard boxes and minimizing the amount of soft items (like pillows and stuffed animals) that you’ve got in your storage unit. Use Your Storage Unit as a Seasonal Sport Locker Did you know that Tucson is home to the southernmost ski area in the country ? We didn’t either, but now we’re totally wanting to invest in some skis and hit up the 9,157 summit of Mt. Lemmon. You can invest in a smaller storage unit and use it to store your ski equipment during the summer. It’s also a great place for all of that golf equipment (you know you want to hit up one of Tucson’s famous golf courses) and hiking gear that’ll come in handy when exploring Saguaro National Park . And don’t forget about RV storage . Most cities are lacking when it comes to this specialized type of storage but Tucson’s RV storage facilities are outstanding. And last but not least, choose a climate-controlled storage unit and keep all of your gear looking fresh for years to come.
Cheap Rent Means More Money for Storage (And Tacos)
Or, you know, whatever else you like to use your disposable income for (we recommend storage and tacos). In Tucson, $600 a month will get you a decent one bedroom apartment and the average listing price for a home is $159,000. Storage follows a similar trend. Expect to pay around $50 a month for a smaller storage unit (like a 5x5) and around $100 for something a little bigger (like a 10x10). There are 121 storage facilities in Tucson, which means plenty of options for the city of about 750,000 people. You’ll find that storage facilities are pretty spread out which is a reflection of Tucson’s own sprawling nature. Individual neighborhoods tend to be very walkable and bikeable thanks to 72 miles of multi-use paths. Public transportation is available, so if you’re going carless (or just looking to save money on gas) and you’re interested in a storage unit you can walk, bike or take a bus to, this is doable as long as you keep it close to where you live. It’s a good idea to have a car in the summer though, as walking, biking or waiting for the bus in the hot sun can sometimes feel like a death wish, plus you’ll be able to enjoy drive up access at your storage facility if that’s a feature that’s on your wish list.University Storage isn’t Just for University Students
It seems like everyone in Tucson either works at the University of Arizona or goes there. The school has almost 33,000 students and more than 12,000 employees. In fact, it’s one of the largest local job sources in town. This means that students aren’t the only ones who need storage during certain times of the year. Faculty and staff who either don’t work over the summer, work elsewhere or work less and travel more also need storage. That’s about 45,000 people potentially looking for storage during the summer months. Naturally, facilities closer to campus or offering student specials will go first and may be able to jack up rates as a result of their desirability. Steer clear of any special that looks to good to be true and be sure to consider a storage facility that’s on the outskirts of town rather than in the heart of the city. This rule actually applies to just about every major city when it comes to storage. If you’ve got a car and don’t mind adding another 10 or 20 minutes to your commute, you can find a storage facility with low rates and high availability. If you consider the fact that most people only visit their storage units a few times a year (or in the case of university renters, at the beginning and the end of the summer), the extra few bucks of gas money are totally worth it.Don’t Drive in a Flood and Don’t Store in One Either
That brings us to our next point. Monsoon season. During the summer, Tucson experiences periods of huge thunderstorms and heavy rainfall. The city receives 11.3 inches of rain a year, most of which occurs during the summer monsoon season. In 2008, for example, 8.5 inches of rain fell hard and fast and many residents were stranded without power. You might be thinking, what does this have to do with storage? Well, if you’ve opted for indoor, climate-controlled storage, the answer is probably not much. But if you’ve got an outdoor, drive-up unit or you’re storing a vehicle in an outdoor lot, you might want to pay attention. The Arizona Stupid Motorist Law (not the law’s real name) requires anyone who drives into a flooded area to pay their own rescue fee. If you’ve just got to access your unit and your run into this, we suggest going back home or at least brushing up on your arc building skills. And as for your stuff? If water enters your unit during a flood, this can destroy precious items like artwork and antique furniture. It can also seep into clothing and books causing them to rot. In addition to this, remember that flood water often contains mud, debris and sometimes even raw sewage. You don’t want that stuff in your unit. Do some damage control before the damage occurs by storing items on top of pallets, opting for plastic bins instead of cardboard boxes and minimizing the amount of soft items (like pillows and stuffed animals) that you’ve got in your storage unit.Use Your Storage Unit as a Seasonal Sport Locker
Did you know that Tucson is home to the southernmost ski area in the country? We didn’t either, but now we’re totally wanting to invest in some skis and hit up the 9,157 summit of Mt. Lemmon. You can invest in a smaller storage unit and use it to store your ski equipment during the summer. It’s also a great place for all of that golf equipment (you know you want to hit up one of Tucson’s famous golf courses) and hiking gear that’ll come in handy when exploring Saguaro National Park. And don’t forget about RV storage. Most cities are lacking when it comes to this specialized type of storage but Tucson’s RV storage facilities are outstanding. And last but not least, choose a climate-controlled storage unit and keep all of your gear looking fresh for years to come.Storage FAQ's
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.
Yes, most storage facilities sell boxes of various sizes, tape, bubble wrap, labels, and other items for your packing and moving needs.
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 Tucson. See our <a href='#'>resource guide</a> for movers in Tucson.
Most storage companies in Tucson only provide invoices upon request.
Security is every storage operator's priority. Speak with the storage manager of a facility of your liking in Tucson to find out what security measures they take to protect your belongings.
Most storage facilities in Tucson 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 Tucson are: weather, peak rush hour times, items that you will be storing, and location within Tucson.
Most storage facilities accept cash, credit cards, or checks. Always ask about autopay, it's faster and much more convenient.
Yes, climate-controlled spaces are available in Tucson due to the varying weather. Temperatures range from 47.48 to 55.4, 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.
You have 104 facilities to choose from in Tucson. Access hours range from 8 to 24 hours a day. Please contact your local facility for more specific information about your unit.
Storage companies in Tucson 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.
In Tucson, there are 104 storage facilities, with a total of 164 storage units. Storage unit sizes generally range from 1' X 1' to 30' X 30'. Call one of your local facilities to have a representative find what size unit is best for you.
Generally the prices of storage units in Tucson vary based on the size of the storage unit and the location of the unit in the facility. Prices range between 20.0 and 425.0, but representatives can better assist you once they have the details of your storage needs.
Most facilities in Tucson schedule professional pest control services every month, and twice a month during summer months.
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.
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.
We recommend that you get insurance for your belongings because the contents of the units are not insured through storage facilities.
Students and active military members are clients that have unique needs because of the nature of their schedules. Most storage facilities in Tucson 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.
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.
Storage managers would be happy to help you determine which size unit is best for you so that you're not paying for a 30' 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, 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.
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