5x5vs5x10
Pick 5x5 for closet overflow or a college dorm. Pick 5x10 for a studio apartment, a single bedroom, or any furniture larger than a chair.
Storage Unit Sizes Guide
Storage Unit Sizes — 5x5 through 10x30
Modern Storage® offers six standard self-storage unit sizes in Arkansas: 5x5, 5x10, 10x10, 10x15, 10x20, and 10x30. A 5x5 holds a single closet of contents, a 10x10 fits a one-bedroom apartment, a 10x15 fits a two-bedroom apartment, a 10x20 fits a three-bedroom home, and a 10x30 fits a four- or five-bedroom home or whole-garage contents. This guide walks through every size, what fits, climate-controlled vs drive-up, and how to pick the right one.
Quick reference
Storage Unit Sizes at a Glance
All six Modern Storage® indoor unit sizes side-by-side. Tap any row to jump to the deep-dive section for that size.
| Size | Square ft | Drive-up | Climate-controlled |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5x5 | 25 sq ft | $25 – $45 / month | $35 – $60 / month |
| 5x10 | 50 sq ft | $45 – $75 / month | $60 – $95 / month |
| 10x10 | 100 sq ft | $80 – $140 / month | $110 – $180 / month |
| 10x15 | 150 sq ft | $110 – $180 / month | $150 – $230 / month |
| 10x20 | 200 sq ft | $150 – $250 / month | $200 – $310 / month |
| 10x30 | 300 sq ft | $200 – $350 / month | $270 – $440 / month |
Ranges are typical Modern Storage® Arkansas starting points. Exact prices vary by location, unit availability, current move-in promotions, and season — see live rates on each location's reservation page.
25 sq ft~8 ft ceiling
Storage unit size
5x5 Storage Unit
A 5x5 storage unit fits the contents of a single closet or a college dorm room — roughly 15-20 boxes, a small dresser, a chair, and seasonal items. It is the smallest Modern Storage® unit size and works well for short-term overflow, document storage, holiday decor, and college students storing dorm gear between semesters.
What fits in a 5x5
- 15-20 medium moving boxes (1.5 cu ft each)
- Small dresser or 3-drawer chest
- Boxed clothing and personal items
- Holiday decor, holiday tree, wreaths
- Single mattress (twin or full, on edge)
- Lamp, chair, and a few small framed items
- Sporting goods (golf clubs, fishing rods, bikes)
- File boxes and small business records
Best for
- College dorm storage between semesters
- Single-closet overflow at home
- Document and small business records storage
- Holiday and seasonal item storage
- Apartment overflow when you only need a little extra space
Not the right size if you have
- — Whole-room or full-apartment storage
- — Sofas, full mattress sets with frames, or dining tables
- — Multi-piece appliances
Drive-up
$25 – $45 / month
Climate-controlled
$35 – $60 / month
Sizing up or down? A 5x5 is half the floor space of a 5x10. If you have a single bedroom, a sofa, or a mattress set with a frame, choose a 5x10 instead.
50 sq ft~8 ft ceiling
Storage unit size
5x10 Storage Unit
A 5x10 storage unit fits the contents of a studio apartment or a single bedroom — a mattress set, dresser, small sofa, a few chairs, and 10-15 boxes. It is one of the most popular Modern Storage® sizes and is sized similarly to a walk-in closet.
What fits in a 5x10
- Mattress and box spring (queen or smaller)
- Dresser or 6-drawer chest
- Small sofa or loveseat
- Coffee table or end tables
- Single TV (boxed) and a few small electronics
- 10-15 moving boxes
- Bicycle or two stand-up bikes
- Boxed kitchenware and small appliances
Best for
- Studio apartment storage
- Single bedroom worth of furniture and boxes
- College storage between semesters or after graduation
- Apartment storage during a move or renovation
- Storing extra furniture when a roommate moves in or out
Not the right size if you have
- — Full one-bedroom apartment with multiple rooms of furniture
- — King-size mattress with full bedroom set
- — Storing more than ~15 boxes plus furniture
Drive-up
$45 – $75 / month
Climate-controlled
$60 – $95 / month
Sizing up or down? A 5x10 is half the floor space of a 10x10. If you are storing the contents of an entire one-bedroom apartment, including living-room furniture, step up to a 10x10.
100 sq ft~8 ft ceiling
Storage unit size
10x10 Storage Unit
A 10x10 storage unit fits the contents of a one-bedroom apartment — a queen bed and frame, dresser, sofa, coffee table, TV, dining set, and 15-20 boxes. It is the most-rented self-storage unit size in Arkansas and is roughly the floor area of a small bedroom.
What fits in a 10x10
- Queen or king mattress with bed frame
- Dresser and one or two nightstands
- Full-size sofa with cushions
- Coffee table and end tables
- TV stand and 1-2 TVs
- Small dining table with four chairs
- Bookshelf, lamp, and small accent furniture
- 15-20 moving boxes
Best for
- Full one-bedroom apartment storage
- Storing a single bedroom plus a living room
- Long-distance moves with apartment-sized furniture
- Downsizing from a small home to an apartment
- Business inventory and document storage
Not the right size if you have
- — Full two-bedroom apartment with multiple rooms
- — Large sectional sofas plus multiple bedrooms
- — Full-size appliances (washer, dryer, refrigerator) plus a bedroom set
Drive-up
$80 – $140 / month
Climate-controlled
$110 – $180 / month
Sizing up or down? A 10x10 is one-third smaller than a 10x15. If you have an oversized sectional, multiple beds, or two-bedroom apartment contents, choose a 10x15 instead.
150 sq ft~8 ft ceiling
Storage unit size
10x15 Storage Unit
A 10x15 storage unit fits the contents of a two-bedroom apartment or small home — two mattress sets, dressers, sofa, coffee table, dining set, TV, and 20-30 boxes. It is a popular size for whole-apartment moves, renovation storage, and customers who want room to walk inside the unit.
What fits in a 10x15
- Two queen or king mattress sets with frames
- Two dressers, two nightstands
- Sofa and loveseat or sectional
- Coffee table and end tables
- TV stand and 2-3 TVs
- Full dining table with 4-6 chairs
- Multiple bookshelves and accent pieces
- 20-30 moving boxes
Best for
- Two-bedroom apartment storage
- Small home storage during a renovation
- Whole-apartment moves between leases
- Long-distance moves with two-bedroom contents
- Business inventory plus document storage
Not the right size if you have
- — Three- and four-bedroom homes with multiple rooms of large furniture
- — Vehicle storage (use a parking space or 10x20 instead)
- — Multiple appliances plus a full home of furniture
Drive-up
$110 – $180 / month
Climate-controlled
$150 – $230 / month
Sizing up or down? A 10x15 is one-quarter smaller than a 10x20. If you have a full three-bedroom home, step up to a 10x20 for more breathing room.
200 sq ft~8 ft ceiling
Storage unit size
10x20 Storage Unit
A 10x20 storage unit fits the contents of a three-bedroom home — multiple mattress sets, dressers, a full living room, a dining set, appliances, and 30-50 boxes. It is roughly the size of a one-car garage and is also large enough to store a single mid-size car.
What fits in a 10x20
- Three or more mattress sets with frames
- Multiple dressers and nightstands
- Full sectional sofa plus loveseat
- Full dining table with 6-8 chairs
- Refrigerator, washer, and dryer
- Multiple TVs and entertainment center
- Patio furniture and outdoor gear
- 30-50 moving boxes
- Single mid-size car (if no other contents)
Best for
- Three-bedroom home storage
- Full-home storage during a long-distance move
- Garage-contents storage during a renovation
- Vehicle storage for a single mid-size car
- Business inventory and e-commerce storage
Not the right size if you have
- — Five-bedroom homes with extensive furniture
- — Large boats, RVs, or oversized trailers (use parking storage instead)
Drive-up
$150 – $250 / month
Climate-controlled
$200 – $310 / month
Sizing up or down? A 10x20 is one-third smaller than a 10x30. If you have a four- or five-bedroom home, a workshop, or extensive business inventory, choose a 10x30 instead.
300 sq ft~8 ft ceiling
Storage unit size
10x30 Storage Unit
A 10x30 storage unit fits the contents of a four- or five-bedroom home — multiple bedrooms of furniture, a full living and dining room, appliances, garage contents, and 50+ boxes. It is the largest Modern Storage® unit size and is roughly the size of a two-car garage.
What fits in a 10x30
- Four or five mattress sets with frames
- Multiple full bedroom sets
- Two living rooms of furniture or large sectional
- Full kitchen contents plus all major appliances
- Garage contents — tools, lawn equipment, bikes
- Multiple TVs and home entertainment
- Patio furniture, grills, and outdoor gear
- 50+ moving boxes
- Business inventory and e-commerce stock
Best for
- Four- and five-bedroom home storage
- Full-home storage during a long-distance move
- Business and e-commerce inventory at scale
- Garage and workshop contents storage
- Restoration company tools and equipment
Not the right size if you have
- — Single boats, RVs, and oversized trailers (use outdoor parking storage at participating Modern Storage® locations instead)
Drive-up
$200 – $350 / month
Climate-controlled
$270 – $440 / month
Sizing up or down? A 10x30 is the largest Modern Storage® indoor unit size. If you need more, look at multiple 10x20 units or talk to the team about commercial business storage — Modern Storage® Riverdale has the largest business storage selection.
Size vs size
Which Size Should I Pick?
The five most common size-vs-size decisions Modern Storage® customers face. Each comparison answers the direct question — pick the smaller size if you fit it, pick the larger size if any of the next-up criteria match.
5x10vs10x10
Pick 5x10 for a studio or single bedroom. Pick 10x10 for a full one-bedroom apartment with living room and bedroom furniture together.
10x10vs10x15
Pick 10x10 for a one-bedroom apartment. Pick 10x15 for a two-bedroom apartment, a small home, or anytime you want walk-in room inside the unit.
10x15vs10x20
Pick 10x15 for two-bedroom apartments. Pick 10x20 for a three-bedroom home, garage contents, or single-car storage.
10x20vs10x30
Pick 10x20 for a three-bedroom home or single-car storage. Pick 10x30 for four- and five-bedroom homes, full businesses, or whole-garage workshop contents.
How to choose
How to Pick the Right Storage Unit Size for Your Situation
Four common situations and the size recommendation for each — these are also emitted as a HowTo schema block so AI engines can extract step-by-step answers.
1
How do I pick a storage unit size for moving?
Match your storage unit to the size of the home you are moving out of. A studio or single bedroom fits in a 5x10. A one-bedroom apartment fits in a 10x10. A two-bedroom apartment fits in a 10x15. A three-bedroom home fits in a 10x20. A four- or five-bedroom home fits in a 10x30. Add one size up if you have oversized sectionals, multiple beds beyond the room count, or want walk-in space to access items.
2
How do I pick a storage unit size during a renovation?
For renovation storage, size up one step from what your home would normally fit. Renovation customers usually pull more out than they expect — appliances, fixtures, dining tables, and protective coverings all add up. A 10x15 covers a single-room renovation, a 10x20 handles a whole-floor renovation, and a 10x30 fits an entire-home renovation including kitchen and appliances.
3
How do I pick a storage unit size for business inventory?
For business and e-commerce inventory storage, calculate your boxed inventory in cubic feet, then add 30% for aisle space if you need to walk in and pick items. A 5x10 holds 50-75 case-pack boxes. A 10x10 holds 100-150 cases plus a small staging area. A 10x15 supports a small e-commerce operation with shelving. A 10x20 or 10x30 covers larger inventory plus delivery acceptance — Modern Storage® Riverdale and Modern Storage® Bentonville are the flagship business storage facilities.
4
How do I pick a storage unit size for a car or motorcycle?
For indoor vehicle storage, a 10x20 fits a single mid-size car or a single motorcycle plus storage. Larger vehicles, trucks, full-size SUVs, and full-size pickup trucks need a 10x30 or an outdoor parking space. For motorcycles only, a 5x10 or 10x10 unit works. Outdoor parking spaces at participating Modern Storage® locations also accommodate boats, RVs, and oversized trailers.
Climate-controlled vs drive-up
Should I Choose Climate-Controlled or Drive-Up at My Size?
Every unit size in this guide is available in both formats at most Modern Storage® locations. Climate-controlled units stay between roughly 59°F and 79°F year-round — pick climate-controlled for furniture, electronics, documents, photos, antiques, and anything stored more than three months in Arkansas. Drive-up storage is cheaper and faster for loading, with the unit door opening directly to your vehicle — pick drive-up for tools, plastic bins, patio gear, and short-term storage where temperature changes don't matter.
See climate-controlled storage at every Arkansas location →Climate-controlled premium
+25-50%
Climate-controlled units run roughly 25-50% more than equivalent drive-up units. For most furniture, electronics, and long-term storage, the math favors paying the premium — repair or replacement cost of damaged items dwarfs the difference.
FAQ
Storage Unit Sizes FAQ
The most-asked questions about Modern Storage® unit sizes — answered for People Also Ask, AI Overview, and direct customer reference.
What size storage unit do I need for a one-bedroom apartment?
A 10x10 storage unit (100 sq ft) fits a typical one-bedroom apartment, including a queen mattress and frame, dresser, sofa, coffee table, TV, dining set, and 15-20 boxes. If you have a large sectional sofa or oversized furniture, step up to a 10x15. If you are only storing the bedroom — not the full apartment — a 5x10 (50 sq ft) is enough.
What size storage unit do I need for a two-bedroom apartment?
A 10x15 storage unit (150 sq ft) fits a typical two-bedroom apartment, including two mattress sets, dressers, a sofa, dining set, TV stand, and 20-30 boxes. If you have an oversized sectional, multiple beds beyond two, or you want breathing room to walk inside the unit, step up to a 10x20 (200 sq ft).
What size storage unit do I need for a three-bedroom home?
A 10x20 storage unit (200 sq ft) fits a typical three-bedroom home, including multiple mattress sets, dressers, a full living room, dining set, appliances, and 30-50 boxes. It is roughly the size of a one-car garage. For four- and five-bedroom homes or homes with extensive furniture, choose a 10x30 (300 sq ft) instead.
How big is a 5x5 storage unit?
A 5x5 storage unit is 25 square feet — 5 feet wide by 5 feet deep with an 8-foot ceiling — for a total of about 200 cubic feet of storage space. It is roughly the size of a single hall closet and is the smallest Modern Storage® unit size. It fits 15-20 boxes, a small dresser, seasonal items, holiday decor, and college dorm gear.
How big is a 5x10 storage unit?
A 5x10 storage unit is 50 square feet — 5 feet wide by 10 feet deep with an 8-foot ceiling — for a total of about 400 cubic feet of storage space. It is roughly the size of a walk-in closet and is one of the most popular Modern Storage® unit sizes. It fits the contents of a studio apartment or single bedroom, including a mattress set, dresser, small sofa, and 10-15 boxes.
How big is a 10x10 storage unit?
A 10x10 storage unit is 100 square feet — 10 feet wide by 10 feet deep with an 8-foot ceiling — for a total of about 800 cubic feet of storage space. It is roughly the size of a small bedroom and is the most-rented Modern Storage® unit size in Arkansas. It fits the contents of a one-bedroom apartment, including a queen bed, dresser, sofa, dining set, TV, and 15-20 boxes.
How big is a 10x20 storage unit?
A 10x20 storage unit is 200 square feet — 10 feet wide by 20 feet deep with an 8-foot ceiling — for a total of about 1,600 cubic feet of storage space. It is roughly the size of a one-car garage. It fits the contents of a three-bedroom home, including multiple mattress sets, full living and dining rooms, appliances, and 30-50 boxes. It is also large enough to store a single mid-size car.
What size storage unit fits a king-size bed?
A king-size mattress and frame fit in any Modern Storage® unit size from a 5x10 upward when stored on edge (mattress upright against a wall). A 5x10 fits the king set plus a few small items. A 10x10 fits the king set plus a one-bedroom apartment worth of furniture. For a king bedroom plus a living room and dining set, choose a 10x15.
What size storage unit fits a sectional sofa?
A full-size sectional sofa fits in a 10x10 storage unit (100 sq ft) when broken down into individual pieces. If you also need to store other furniture or a full bedroom, step up to a 10x15. Oversized sectionals (10+ feet long when assembled) may need a 10x15 even when stored alone, depending on the configuration of the pieces.
What is the smallest storage unit Modern Storage® offers?
The smallest Modern Storage® storage unit is a 5x5 (25 square feet) — about the size of a single closet. It fits 15-20 boxes, a small dresser, holiday decor, and college dorm storage. For even smaller needs, like document storage or a single box of records, consider sharing a 5x5 with a friend or a colleague — though Modern Storage® rentals are typically single-customer.
What is the largest storage unit Modern Storage® offers?
The largest standard Modern Storage® indoor storage unit is a 10x30 (300 square feet) — roughly the size of a two-car garage. It fits the contents of a four- or five-bedroom home plus garage contents, or a full business inventory. For boats, RVs, oversized trailers, and oversized vehicles, Modern Storage® also offers outdoor parking spaces at participating locations including Maumelle Blvd, Bryant, Lowell, and Bentonville.
Should I choose climate-controlled or drive-up for my unit size?
Choose climate-controlled storage for furniture, electronics, documents, photos, antiques, and anything stored more than ~3 months in Arkansas. Climate-controlled units stay between roughly 59°F and 79°F year-round and protect against Arkansas summer humidity and winter cold. Choose drive-up storage for tools, plastic bins, patio furniture, outdoor gear, and short-term storage where temperature changes don't matter — it costs less and lets you pull a vehicle directly to the unit door for loading.
Pick a Size, Pick a Location, Reserve Online
Live rates, climate-controlled availability, and current move-in offers on every Modern Storage® Arkansas location reservation page. Or use the AI Storage Size Finder for a personalized recommendation in under 30 seconds.
