A 5x5 storage space is the size of a small walk-in closet. It holds one piece of furniture with a narrow footprint, tall narrow items like lamps, and 6-8 boxes.
A 10x20 storage space is the size of 2-3 Bedrooms. It holds furnishings and appliances for an average 1500 sq. ft. residence. It can also hold compact vehicles depending on width and length.
*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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We at Life Storage want to maintain the best storage facilities in Somerville, and in every city where we do business.
Take a look at all the good things our customers say about this Life Storage, and all of our stores! It thrills us to give customers the best customer service possible, and to hear when they are pleased with how we have taken care of their storage needs.
"I don't know how they can justify the increased prices when they have elevator issues--it's been months since the elevator has worked and prior to that it regularly becomes out of order. Staff is great so I'm not upset with them. The only thing a storage place needs is A) Storage space & B) Easy access to said storage. Most spaces are not on the first floor so if you have to move anything in or out be prepared to go up some flights of stairs. I've recommended this place to people in the past but now strongly urge others to look elsewhere."
"Great location that's well lit and has multiple dollies to help with storage. Chuck went above and beyond to help me when there was an error within the system that had double booked the unit I was originally reserved for. Do not look further if you're in the market for storage units!"
"Decent rates and convenient location but the elevator breaks down regularly which can really mess up moving large furniture if you're anywhere other than the main floor."
"Great storage place! Two freight entrances, temperature controlled, and always clean. There are two offices that customers can use on the 3rd floor which is super useful."
"I used a 5x10 storage unit here for 2 years from August 2020 to April 2022. Never had a problem and all my stuff was exactly as I left it. This place is very clean and temperature controlled. The management is also very professional and responsive. I’ve read and heard some horror stories about other storage centers and know how important it is to find a good one. This one is the best."
"Multiple small issues accessing and clearing a storage locker were immediately and efficiently rectified by Chuck. He understood the big picture and helped us avoid smaller ones.
Life Storage in Somerville is a prime place of business!
Many thanks"
"My nonprofit, World Computer Exchange, has rented a storage space here for years because of the extra benefits it offers to us. We have volunteer events there monthly, and for these we are able to use the workstation room and the conference room where our volunteers refurbish our donated computers. This is a rare and valuable resource for us. Also, Chuck, the manager, is always so helpful, guiding new volunteers to us when they show up for an event. The place is always clean, including the bathrooms. There were some rocky times when the bathrooms were unusable for months or when the big elevator needed a repair, but we were happy to wait the repairs out."
"We love Life Storage in Somerville! The premises and storage space are clean and easy to get to with readily available loading carts. My nonprofit hosts small volunteer events there to work on our inventory, and we love the room with workstations and the conference room where the volunteers work. This is an extraordinary resource for us. There were a few periods where the bathrooms were not working or the big elevator needed repair, but we were happy to put up with that given the set up there. The staff is friendly and helpful, and the space is less expensive than spaces we rent in other cities. Three cheers to Life Storage!"
"Very well maintained building with good parking and easy access to unit. Spacious parking space for big trucks or moving van! Would highly recommend for price and space of each storage unit"
"Life Storage is easily the best storage space I've ever rented. Super reasonable and affordable price. Friendly and helpful staff. 10 out of 10 I'm a huge fan"
"Used this facility for two and a half years. Had a climate controlled unit. Completely happy with my experience, clean and pest free, easy to access and well maintained. highly recommend! Should I need again in the future I’ll be back!"
"It was really clean and it was a fair price to store my stuff for a few months over the summer. There was a large commotion trying to move back to school with COVID and they were very accommodating with anything I had forgotten to do"
"Positive reviews of this place cannot possibly be real. Currently, the bathrooms do not work (Port-o-potties are in the lot), elevator does not work (be ready to bring that couch up the stairs!), and one of the two large doors does not work. All that is left that works is one door. Once that breaks, you won't be able to access your stuff at all."
"Chuck has been helpful for the ten years that I've used life storage. I've enjoyed his experience and knowledge. He's helped me all these years. He needs a raise. Life Storage is lucky to have him."
"Clean, relatively inexpensive for the Cambridge/Somerville area for a 5x10. No working bathrooms only portopotties which is kind of unsanitary, but it's better than nothing I guess right? It felt like there was no air conditioner on or even air flow in there, maybe it was just me. It's in an old mill factory building so each stall is not completely sealed up, but it seems like it should be okay in regards to moisture, I just hope no little bug critters make their way into our spot due to the open sides on ceilings."
"great place for any storage.
extremely clean and staff was very helpful.
Chuck was excellent and very professional.
would highly recommend to anyone.
they go out there way to assist you."
"The cleanest self storage in Somerville. No funky smells. Good lighting. And Chuck was super helpful, funny and kind. Don’t go any where else. Can’t recommend them enough."
"Reserved a spot in the Methuen, MA location. The person taking the order was great - clearly she's not from around here. She was efficient, helpful and all around pleasant.
As part of the new rental they give you access to a van with a few free miles. Great, but has to be used in 2 weeks. Made the reservation, then the closing date for the new property was pushed out a week. Called the Salem NH location for a new date. Because it was beyond 2 weeks the benefit was no longer available and the rate per mile far exceeded places like Uhaul.
The Salem NH manager wouldn't extend the offer beyond the specified 2 weeks which has no financial impact on him.
Methuen service = Good, Salem service = not good."
"Fantastic experience with Chuck and this Life Storage location! I checked-out several other storage facilities before deciding on Life Storage. I've been renting a small space for my business storage. When realizing I needed a larger unit, Chuck was able to quickly reserve a larger unit for me within a few seconds. The facility is well maintained and well-lit which is a huge bonus for me especially when making trips later in the evening. There are always a plethora of dollies and carts to help you move things in and out easily. Highly recommend!"
"Chuck was extremely helpful and made moving out of storage easy. Thank you for the excellent service! Great facility, staff are kind and easy to communicate with."
"First visit, first impression - a friend moving some stuff has a unit here. Conveniently located and clean facilities; if I need to store in the future I'll start with Life Storage."
"I ended up having a little bit of an emergency as far as moving things and I was able to get into a unit without any hesitation or hassle from any of the staff they have all been very helpful. Emma and Jessie have continued to extend their hospitality and making sure the transition was as smooth as possible. I would recommend this place to anybody who is in need to store some things"
"It's a decent deal for how close it is to downtown but the elevator literally never works, which is a problem if you have a bottom floor unit. The operations of a business like this don't demand a lot - basically making sure people can store stuff in exchange for dollars with an amount of effort that isn't equal to "lugging multiple bins up and down stairs". Fix your elevator you cheap dinguses!"
"What a convenient storage facility!! Did you know that have very small 2x2 storage lockers available?? No? Well neither did I but Jessica who runs the office and rents out the units showed me some really tiny ones that were accessible for my personal storage needs. (More like a large gym locker but perfect for the occasion=) She was very helpful and friendly during the sign up. Cheers!!!
This place is located just off Mcgrath Highway in Somerville. The facility is is quiet, private, and never has to many people in and out an any time. The staff is very courteous and Covid aware, always masked up, and they give you plenty of breathing room(Social distance). It's easy in and easy out of this place and i'm happy that i found it."
"I love this storage center! They are very helpful and I always feel safe here. The staff here has always been REALLY helpful. As a bussiness account it's crucial to have their support for our goods! Great work!"
"I didn't know what I had until I stored my stuff somewhere else! I rented a 5x10 here for 5 months back in 2018. I decided to go somewhere else because they had a promotion and I regret it (hence, this review!). This place has great equipment, functional elevator, office space, and vending machines for when you get thirsty moving your stuff. It was easy moving in and out of the space. The staff was super friendly! Its a bit on the pricey side but you get what you pay for. This is the Cadillac of self-storage- treat yourself."
"Life Storage is extremely clean and its so easy to access your things. The people who work here are extremely nice and very accommodating to me while I was storing my things here. I highly recommend this spot!"
"I have been using Life Storage now for maybe the past 10 years. This place is my go to place for all my needs. The manager, Chuck who helps me every time is extremely helpful and accommodating to all my needs. I am always needing something and he is always there to help or give advice. Chuck has been very patient and understanding with what situations we have going on."
"I have been using this storage facility for the past 10 years or so. Every time is come in Chuck the Manager if very helpful. He is always there to help with any situation I am in and helps with my needs. He always very patient and helpful. I have needed sometime bigger units, smaller unites and more than one unit at a time. He is always there when help is needed. I recommend this facility."
"Great moving / storage experience. Rented a unit at a promotional rate, had some really great help at the facility from Tracey -- who helped me navigate some logistical issues with my move -- and everything went smoothly. (Would be great if they had a larger / freight elevator, but that was the only thing.)"
"Convenient location, very clean and well-kept building, secure, terrific office staff (Chuck and Tracy are awesome!), and I love that they'll kindly receive some packages for my business and put them in my unit if I would like them to. Highly recommend."
"Convenient location, very clean and well-kept building, secure, terrific office staff (Chuck and Tracey are awesome!), and I love that they'll kindly receive some packages for my business and put them in my unit if I would like them to. Highly recommend."
"I just got off the phone with Tracey from the Somerville office. I'm currently moving out of cambridge and was looking for a unit to store my bed I recently purchased. Tracey was patient, eager to offer assistance, and most of all an overall happy person. I was looking for a storage unit to back up into and drop off the bed as I'm doing this work by myself- Tracey gave me a list of other Life Storage locations that have this feature. Moving is more than stressful and Tracey definitely relieved some nerves with just a five minute call. Next time you call, I 100% recommend asking for Tracey."
"Chuck is professional. I forgot my tennis bag for 3 weeks and he still held it for me to pick up. I wasn't expecting anything when I came. Chuck had it! Thanks to him I saved money"
"Have used the storage for a year. very happy customer. The staffs are extremely friendly and helpful. the location is great, and access to the storage is easy. Highly recommended!"
"I rented a first floor unit for approximately 2 years. The facility was always clean and had convenient access hours. My belongings were stored safely and in kept in great condition. The front desk staff were always polite and helpful."
"I really love this storage facility. I had texted a unit 5 years ago when I had to move suddenly, and it was just as simple and fluid of a process then as it is now. The place is clean, the pricing is reasonable, and the staff is kind. Tracey helped me in the office and was very personable and informative. I highly recommend Life Storage if you need a place to keep your belongings!"
"Great location, convenient travel options and lot of stores close by for shopping needs accessories and more!!!!
One of the main reasons LIFE STORAGE is a great facility is the simple fact that, the site operations assistant associate Tracey is very helpful , super friendly, always smiling and is knowledgeable about the facility. Everyday Tracey works , it feels like the day runs smoothly and in most cases there aren't many problems throughout the day when im ususlly there...
Tracey seems to work very hard , long hours week to week , manages daily task and appears to be a dedicated loyal employee . Along withChuck the facility manager, Tracey makes it all worth the while being a CUSTOMER of LIFE STORAGE in Somerville!"
"A great location, glad that we chose it. Tracey was extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the available spaces. She made sure this part of our move was painless!"
"Despite the recent problems (elevator not in working condition) the building has had, management is really professional, responsible and trustworthy! The building is clean, the location is convenient and the store manager Chuck is very professional and honest. Tracey is also very good."
"DO NOT USE! Their elevator has been down for over two years now (with a brief exception). This has rendered my basement unit unusable. You would think for the inconvenience that they would offer a discount. NO! In fact, they continue to raise my rates exponentially. I would like to leave but am now held hostage until the elevator is fixed."
"DO NOT USE! Their elevator has been down for over two years now (with a brief exception). This has rendered my basement unit unusable. You would think for the inconvenience that they would offer a discount. NO! In fact, they continue to raise my rates exponentially. I would like to leave but am now held hostage until the elevator is fixed."
"Great customer service. Tracey is very professional and the storage is very bright. The location was hard to find and needs more security outside of the building. Overall this storage place is wonderful."
"Good news: the freight elevator was fixed last time I checked! It had been broken for about six months. Bad news: the ground floor flooded. I think it's still better than the Extra Space Storage across the street, though."
"I've been using Life Storage for a few months now and have had a great experience.
Tracy, who helped me setup my account, gave me a full tour of the facilities while showing me the available units I was interested in. When I called to ask about having packages delivered here, I quickly got an email to fill out the paperwork electronically. I get a call when the package is delivered and can pick it up from a shared area.
A big selling point for me relative to other storage facilities in the area is their access hours: 6am - 9pm. It has been incredibly helpful to be able to stop by before or after work to access the unit, with plenty of time to avoid rush hour traffic. Another plus is all floors are temperature-controlled.
Overall, the facilities are easy to get around, plenty of dollies to use, the premises are always cleared of snow and salted, they have a room with wireless internet to work from if needed, the locks they sell are competitively priced."
"Great, always friendly staff. Chuck has always been very helpful if ever Ive needed it! Terrific location and easy to get to from Boston. And surround towns! Clean and well lit >p"
"I needed to find a storage unit very quickly due to a flood at my apartment and Tracey at Life Storage was absolutely amazing in helping me through the process. She found me a great unit and also shared very helpful tips for organizing/storing everything. Her kindness helped to make a very stressful day much better. Thank you Tracey!"
"Facilities are clean and well lit. Tracy was very pleasant and helpful in guiding through the process of obtaining and accessing the storage locker. Elevator works, although there is only 1 and its not the fastest. Storage available at lower level, 1st (ground), 2nd, and 3rd floor."
"Great service by your on-site office and the phone center ahead of time. Only negative was that the elevator was out and no hope of restoring in a timely manner. Very inconvenient, considering only basement room available! But the wonderful manager (?) and spotless facility were so outstanding that I still chose you to rent from. Just puzzled how elevator could be allowed to stay unrepaired for more than a day."
"The rental online process was easy and clear. I liked saving $25 by filling out my paperwork online! The staff at the Boston location I rented at are always friendly and helpful. So much so that I am a repeat customer. Great employees, great company!
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"My parents rent space @ a Texas facility. Your property is larger and more upgraded. I also like that your facility provides more loading equipment.Great! The automatic door at your loading dock was the only thing I found inconvenient."
"I just wrote an essay on this and it was evidently deleted as I took too long! I was thrilled with my experience and happy with both the call center employee who first answered the phone and the gentleman in the office who signed us up as he was very patient when we were indecisive about which boxes to purchase, took us on a nice tour, and helped my daughter and I feel it would be safe for her to come and go due to the security and the controlled access. I was very pleased to be able to get my credit card billed, making my life easier. "
"Clean (down to the women's room, and snow removal in the parking lot!), well-run facility with plenty of dollies. I've had two different units over >5 years, and when I need one again, I'll be back."
"I really do love my storage unit! I am happy that my belongings are located in a place that feels safe to me! The reason I chose this storage space over others is because I felt I was given personalized attention and advice. The manager (ie: in store manager) was extremely helpful and did not aim at making the most money out of my arrangement.
The only negative comment I can make is that the floor could be cleaner although I do understand this is a storage facility and not an apartment building. I would definitely recommend this storage space to others. Actually, I myself was referred to this storage space by another very satisfied customer!"
"We greatly appreciate that our nonprofit is able to hold small volunteer events at Uncle Bob's [Life Storage], using the work space room and our storage space. Thank you!"
"I wish the prices were lower because I am paying for 2 storage units. Other than that, nothing to complain about. Your survey should also have a N/A type field. I rarely go in the office but I didn't want to give the staff a bad rating because of that."
"I have used Uncle Bob's for the past 3 summers, and it has been an excellent experience! For me, it has been an ideal place for college dorm storage!"
"Yes, Chuck, the site manager, was very helpful in getting me moved in. I returned to this property to rent a new, smaller unit to suit my needs. Thank you, Uncle Bob!"
"First time I've ever rented a storage space. I worked with Jose, Awesome guy. I'm very happy and have already recommended you to other people.
Thank You for your Great Service!!!"
"It was super last minute and the associate (I believe his name was Jason) stayed and waited for me to arrive and he wasn't even supposed to be there that day!! Very polite and I'm grateful for it!!"
"Both of the store managers at the McGrath Hwy Somerville location, Jose and Chuck, went out of their way to be helpful, above and beyond the call of duty.
Really made our move a lot easier, thanks guys!"
"My only complaint, and it's a small one, is that I did not have 24-7 access to my storage unit. I understand how that might increase your costs, however. One option that could be offered is a fee-based or schedulable extended hours schedule.
The only reason I closed the unit was that I no longer needed the extra space."
"The site in which you have in Somerville, MA is doing a great job Chuck & Jose! Both are running this location correctly I am very pleased with you all's performance! "
"I am having a problem with the sliding closure on my storage space door. In September I will be coming in to seek assistance about having this fixed. "
"Chuck is one great guy! Genuinely friendly. He was the first face I saw upon relocating to Cambridge. I could keep renting an empty unit just to do stop-and-chats with him. Chuck's wife is one lucky woman!"
"In my three visits since getting my space, I have struggled with the availability, selection, and quality of the carts. On my first visit, the only available cart had a sticky, malfunctioning wheel which made it very hard to maneuver. My second visit,the only available cart was two-tiered, which was hard for the furniture I had to move. On my most recent visit, another customer let me use their cart on the managers' urging after I had been waiting for 20-30 minutes for any carts to become available. Please buy more carts and get rid of the old ones. This is a major part of the service I pay for and a relatively minor expense on your part."
"This is the second time I have rented storage here. I like the fact my cubicle is indoors (protected from the street). This facility is always clean and Chuck and Jose are ALWAYS SO NICE to me. They are the BEST!!!!!!! I am very happy with this arrangement. My compliments to Chuck and Jose!!!!"
"Excellent at all levels. What I loved is how well the space has worked, well lit and open early which enabled avoiding the rush of traffic. Your associates were splendid and I could not be more pleased with this arrangement. Peter"
"In my condo association meetings and our holiday party I have shared my postive experience and reasonable pricing offered at Uncle Bobs [Life Storage]'s. "
"Employees are extremely helpful and go out of their way. I was even able to borrow tools when I needed help taking a wheel off my bike to fit in my car. "
"Chuck and Jose are the best. They always help me whenever I need it. Were very accommodating when they new I was moving back to Boston from California. They really helped me make the move easier. "
"I never ever Use a storage place before and its was also something I was scared of. But I would truly recommend Uncle BoB's to someone else that is in need of a storage place. Very satisfied."
"I am very happy with this storage location. The employees are always nice to me and helpful. I have spoken to others about my satisfaction. Also, your lobby is beautiful and welcoming. It is the nicest storage facitity I have ever used. I like the fact the storage facility is located next to the office in case I need help with anything. This is a very nice business and employees are nice. Nice employees make all the difference as I don't frequent businesses where employees are rude, and this is never the case with this facility. Thanks for everything."
"Both associates I spoke to at the Somerville location were very knowledgeable, friendly, helpful and accommodating. The facility is easily accessed and extremely well-maintained. "
"The website account is helping a lot, except that my automatic payment did not work and I was charged $15 because of it, which I am not happy about at all."
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Serving Boston, Somerville and Dorchester
Our self storage facility on McGrath Hwy. is located west of the Northern Expy, between Rufo Rd and Fitchburg St, near Gold Star Mothers Park. Click here for directions to this Life Storage.
At Life Storage Facility #433, we offer great property security systems and clean, affordable storage units to rent for the residents of Dorchester, South Boston, Lynn, and other neighborhoods in Somerville, MA. Call us with questions, reserve online, or click here to compare other storage units in Boston.
Store Office Hours
Mon: 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Tue: Closed
Wed: 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Thu: 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Fri: 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Sat: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sun: Closed
Facility Access Hours
Monday: 6:00 am - 9:00 pm
Tuesday: 6:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wednesday: 6:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thursday: 6:00 am - 9:00 pm
Friday: 6:00 am - 9:00 pm
Saturday: 6:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sunday: 6:00 am - 9:00 pm
Rental Requirements:
Insurance required
Storage insurance available (third party)
$29 admin fee
Payments due monthly, with a minimum of one month rental
