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Customer Reviews - Chicago

We at Life Storage want to maintain the best self storage facilities in Chicago, and in every city where we do business. That's why we routinely ask our customers about their experience with us and challenge ourselves to make it better. You can read what customers think about us here on our website - over the past four years, we've had over 100,000 customers respond to our surveys and tell us what they think. We publish their reviews here, and we're proud of the result!

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars D Darb at Life Storage, Chicago, Illinois (#1112)

"Jay was extremely helpful in set up as well as showing my around."

March 25, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars K K at Life Storage, Chicago, Illinois (#1112)

"Jay was super helpful And very friendly"

March 23, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Gaby Martinez at Life Storage, Chicago, Illinois (#467)

"Very friendly staff. Competitive online rates (first month free!) Helped me get my storage space in a few minutes. Double checked the space for me and made sure I knew how to access the building with my code before I left."

March 22, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Michael Bay at Life Storage, Chicago, Illinois (#1112)

"The staff is very helpful. The facility is very clean. And rentals are very affordable."

March 20, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Derrick Rubin at Life Storage, Chicago, Illinois (#467)

"Evette at the front desk was wonderful and helpful."

March 20, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Darren Levey at Life Storage, Chicago, Illinois (#1112)

"I am here almost every day, these guys are very kind and help you any time you have an issue. If you want storage with good people this is the place."

March 15, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars RAW-TTG Wallace at Life Storage, Chicago, Illinois (#565)

"Reina is the best Lifestorage personnel that I’ve ever met. She’s very helpful in assisting. She goes above and beyond to ensure that you have the goods and services that is needed. I really like this place."

March 15, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars ayman mohammad at Life Storage, Chicago, Illinois (#467)

"Tyesha store manager She is one of the best customer service have I ever seen in my life I will advise everybody to go and see her"

March 14, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Adr1an T0rres at Life Storage, Chicago, Illinois (#467)

"great place great customer service"

March 09, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Vernita Smith at Life Storage, Chicago, Illinois (#467)

"I had To Get storage Unit Temporarily For A unexpected Move,… And At First I Was In Panic Mode And Called Life Storage and Spoke To Evette The day of setting Up My Reservation Went Smoothly And After A Couple Loads Of My Things,… I Met Tyesha and Everything has Definitely Went smoothly both of The Ladies Are Extremely Helpful And Attentive With Information Pertaining To my Storage Unit."

March 09, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars shakeena williams at Life Storage, Chicago, Illinois (#467)

"Tyesha “Store Manager” great customer service, very friendly, honest, and helpful."

March 09, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Daisy DeLaTorre at Life Storage, Chicago, Illinois (#467)

"Tyesha did a great job with the walk through today!!"

March 08, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars alejandra harrold at Life Storage, Chicago, Illinois (#551)

"I had never been in a storage place before. Th oil s storage is very clean and spacious. It just feels like a home for your stored stuff."

March 07, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Elaine Li at Life Storage, Chicago, Illinois (#1112)

"Easiest, most hassle free storage experience ever. Highly recommend! Friendly staff & super clean environment too."

March 06, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Valter Gonzalez at Life Storage, Chicago, Illinois (#467)

"Staff was very helpful and amiable. Thank you"

March 01, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Ngozi Nwauwa at Life Storage, Chicago, Illinois (#426)

"Carol was exceptionally Nice, Professional and helpful, I would recommend this Storage"

March 01, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions

What size storage unit do I need in Chicago, ?

The size will depend on how much stuff you need to store. To avoid renting too small or too large a storage unit, we recommend reading a Storage Unit Size Guide or using an interactive Storage Unit Size Estimator Tool to determine exactly how much space you'll need. Our most popular sizes in Chicago, IL are the 5x5, 5x10, and 10x10.

How big is a 5x5 storage unit?

A 5x5 self storage unit is 25 square feet or 200 cubic feet of storage space. It measures 5 feet wide by 5 feet long and most have an 8 foot ceiling height. A 5x5 storage unit is the size of an average closet and it should fit a dresser, a small mattress set, and several medium moving boxes. Here's our 5x5 storage unit video to learn more. In Chicago, our prices start at $30 for a 5x5 unit.

How big is a 5x10 storage unit?

A 5x10 self storage unit is 50 square feet or 400 cubic feet of storage space. It measures 5 feet wide by 10 feet long and typically has an 8 foot ceiling. For comparison, a 5x10 storage unit is about the size of an average walk-in closet. It fits 1 to 2 large pieces of furniture and about 10 to 15 moving boxes. Feel free to watch our 5x10 storage unit video to learn more. In Chicago, our prices start at $43 for a 5x10 unit.

How big is a 10x10 storage unit?

A 10x10 self storage unit is 100 square feet or 800 cubic feet of storage space. It measures 10 feet wide by 10 feet long and usually has an 8 foot ceiling. A 10x10 storage unit is about the size of an average bedroom or half of a standard one-car garage. It should fit all the contents of a family room or a two-bedroom 750 sq. ft. apartment. To learn more, here is our 10x10 storage unit video. In Chicago, our prices start at $97 for a 10x10 unit.

Should I rent climate controlled storage in Chicago?

With cold winters and occasionally hot summers in Chicago, we recommend climate controlled storage units to help protect your belongings over time. 49 of our stores offer climate controlled storage units near Chicago .

What is the advantage of self storage with drive-up access?

If you need to frequently move items in and out of your storage space, drive-up access is the most convenient space for you. You can drive your vehicle next to the space and load or unload. 33 of our stores offer drive-up accessible storage units near Chicago .

How much do self storage units cost in Chicago?

The average cost of a 1 month self storage unit rental in Chicago is $161.74 with prices starting at $17.00 . The prices can vary from store to store so be sure to check nearby locations in the Chicago area. Storage unit sizes range from 6 sq. ft. to 600 sq. ft., and come in a variety of climate and accessibility types. Look for a great move-in offer! Our spaces often have a special discount for new customers. Spaces with a special offer will be marked with the discount you'll receive.

Self Storage Pricing in Chicago, Illinois

Climate Controlled Storage Unit Size Average Price Lowest Price
Locker $50.56 $17.00
5x5 $48.85 $30.00
5x10 $78.32 $43.00
10x10 $132.04 $97.00
10x15 $183.96 $129.00
10x20 $264.51 $163.00

Lowest storage unit pricing data is updated every 15 minutes. Average price per size represents the storage units currently available for rent at the stores in Chicago, IL.