Climate Controlled storage spaces provide a temperature controlled environment for your belongings. These spaces keep your items cool in the summer and heated in the winter, and are ideal for protecting items such as wood, electronics, and plastic that can be damaged from temperature changes and extremes. Learn more about the benefits of climate controlled storage here.
Rent our Moving Van or Truck with your Storage Rental!
When you rent storage, you can rent our moving van or truck! Rental times will vary based on time slot availability, and we allow one use per storage space rented. For further details contact your local storage manager or read our van and truck rental guide here.
Extended Access Hours
Even when our office is closed, you can access your space well before and after our office hours! You enter your personal access code at a keypad to access the property. Your space is secured with a lock, and only you have the key!
Surveillance Cameras
Smile, you're on camera! Surveillance cameras are positioned throughout the facility to create a safer environment by monitoring traffic in and out of the facility and deterring trespassers.
Fenced & Lighted
Fencing around this facility is designed to limit access only to customers with assigned electronic access codes. Grounds, aisles and interior hallways are lighted for safety and convenience.
54' Truck Access
The entrance, aisles, and most drive-up accessible storage units are wide enough to accommodate large vehicles, up to and including 54' tractor trailers.
Mailbox Rental
Looking for a more convenient place to pick up your mail? This Life Storage offers private mailbox rental. Our rates are very competitive, and you rent month-to-month - no long-term commitment! Contact us for details.
Boxes & Packing Supplies Sold Here
This Life Storage location carries a full line of moving and storage supplies such as boxes, packing tape, packing materials, and more! Our supplies help move awkward items like wardrobes and big screen TVs and keep delicate items like dishes safe during moving and storage. Stop in our office before the big move for your supplies! For helpful moving and packing tips, visit our guide here.
Customer Reviews - Life Storage #550, Chicago
We at Life Storage want to maintain the best 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!
4.86 out of 5
based on 24 of our most recent Reviews
Michael from Chicago, IL
5.0 out of 5
"Customer service was second to none something that is rare in today's business world Associates at the Addison location should be given a raise and promotions I will always use Life Storage at that location for my storage needs and will pass on this information to everyone I know"
Review posted on September 27, 2019
Aaron from Chicago, IL
4.8 out of 5
"Raina and Jessica did an outstanding job. Very polite and professional!"
Review posted on June 23, 2018
Frank from Chicago, IL
5.0 out of 5
"Your associates are fantastic and very friendly every time you walk into the office. Nice job. Thanks"
Review posted on June 02, 2018
Ashley from Chicago, IL
4.6 out of 5
"No discount or incentives for those who’ve had a unit(s) at a location for years. Keeps me on the lookout for other storage facilities to keep costs as low as possible."
Review posted on May 26, 2018
Jacob from Chicago, IL
5.0 out of 5
"The staff at the location on Addison in Avondale are fabulous! "
Review posted on April 05, 2018
William from Chicago, IL
5.0 out of 5
"I like the music that you play while I'm putting my storage putting my stuff in your storage"
Review posted on March 27, 2018
Caitlin from Chicago, IL
5.0 out of 5
"I had a great experience with the staff at the Addison St. (Chicago) location. They were always so helpful and I knew my things were being kept safe."
Review posted on March 23, 2018
Scott from CHICAGO, IL
5.0 out of 5
"Every associate i dealt with was wonderful, an asset to your business.
The facility was always clean and my time at your establishment exceeded my expectations."
Review posted on January 23, 2018
Sara from Chicago, IL
5.0 out of 5
"The Associate I worked with at the West Addison Street location in Chicago was amazing. I think her name was Susan and she was very helpful, polite, and accommodating. I had just driven in from the east coast as I was moving to Chicago for a job, and she greeted me, and helped me understand everything. She is an awesome asset to your company! "
Review posted on December 26, 2017
Rosaura from Chicago, IL
5.0 out of 5
"They are very helpful company. I’m very happy about it. Thank you"
Review posted on November 28, 2017
Samantha from Chicago, IL
4.2 out of 5
"Good service, very competitive pricing, would definitely recommend to others."
Review posted on October 23, 2017
Laura from Chicago, IL
4.6 out of 5
"In all my storage experience you guys have been the best...my ONLY issue is personal: i REALLY LIKED the green branding! it was very distinctive, and comfortable. The blue/yellow combo tends to the generic/corporate feel ...but i'm an artist, so i notice stuff like that... otherwise, thanks for you're being such a good Company!"
Review posted on September 28, 2017
Scott from Chicago, IL
5.0 out of 5
"I want to recognize Sue, who is the manager at the Addison location. She has absolutely exceeded my expectations as far as customer service is concerned. She goes out of her way to make sure that I am taken care of. A+ all around "
Review posted on September 27, 2017
William from Chicago, IL
5.0 out of 5
"I've always had a wonderful experience with the company and staff "
Review posted on September 27, 2017
Velia Giovanna from Chicago, FL
5.0 out of 5
"I really enjoyed the ease of obtaining a storage unit and the pricing. The next time i need a unit I will definitely go to life storage and recommend it to eveyrone!"
Review posted on September 25, 2017
Jessica from CHICAGO, IL
4.8 out of 5
"Good price, good facility, and good service! Much better than uhaul."
Review posted on September 23, 2017
Lashley from Chicago, IL
5.0 out of 5
"Very neat and clean and safe. Professional and very pleasant staff; always took their time to answer all my questions. "
Review posted on August 23, 2017
Ghobud from Chicago, IL
5.0 out of 5
"I use Lifestorage #550 and Susan is the manager on duty, she is amazing. she provides incredible service. she always beats me to my packages and they are waiting in my unit, shes always helpful. Shes been great"
Review posted on August 01, 2017
Erik from Roselle, IL
5.0 out of 5
"a very nice facility and the manager, a lady whose name i have forgot, was a doll. so helpful in setting up auto pay and closing down my account when needed.
please recognize her for top notch customer service."
Review posted on May 23, 2017
Stephanie from Melrose Park, IL
5.0 out of 5
"The overall cleanliness and friendly staff was very helpful and appreciated during my hectic move. The free cargo van rental was also a great option I wasn't expecting to have."
Review posted on May 19, 2017
Ai May from Chicago, IL
3.7 out of 5
"people are more friendly. But my rent still higher than average. I hope to get a fair rate."
Review posted on March 29, 2017
Antonio from Chicago, IL
5.0 out of 5
"The fact that I can make payments over the phone is very convenient for me because many times I'm on the field and I don't have access to a computer. "
Review posted on March 28, 2017
Steven from Chicago, IL
5.0 out of 5
"I've rented at several different facilities in the Chicagoland area, and you guys are far and away the best. Clean, well-lit facilities, carts available at my convenience instead of the associates, and a truly helpful and friendly staff"
Review posted on January 25, 2017
Susan from Chicago, IL
5.0 out of 5
"Marcus was amazing. He has been extremely helpful to us. We now have 4 units. He is always very friendly and willing to help with whatever we need.
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Review posted on September 30, 2016
*Storage unit size is approximate. Offers and promotions are restricted to specially marked spaces based on availability. Offers and promotions may not be combined with other offers or promotions, and are limited to new rentals - space transfers and additional rentals are excluded. Pricing and discounts may exclude fees and costs for additional services.
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Serving Chicago and Avondale
Our self storage facility on W Addison St is located east of the Kennedy Expy, between N Kimball Ave and N Spaulding Ave, near Independence Park. Click here for directions.
At Life Storage Facility #550, we offer great property security systems and clean, affordable storage units to rent for the residents of Avondale, Villa, Irving Park, and other neighborhoods in Chicago, IL. Call us with questions, reserve online, or click here to compare other storage units in Chicago.
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