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Customer Reviews - Durham

We at Life Storage want to maintain the best self storage facilities in Durham, 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 4.0 out of 5 stars Shirley williams at Life Storage, Durham, North Carolina (#175)

"Been a customer for years, no other place is like this"

June 04, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Tonya Gore at Life Storage, Durham, North Carolina (#7103)

"Clean storage plenty of room to put your things depends on size"

June 03, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Curtis Daniels at Life Storage, Durham, North Carolina (#1138)

"Great climate control facility"

April 27, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Elizabeth Christopher at Life Storage, Durham, North Carolina (#1078)

"Tim was so pleasant, kind and professional. He was fabulous helping me sort out payment issues. Thank you"

April 20, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Ty Smith at Life Storage, Durham, North Carolina (#1138)

"Danielle was the perfect professional"

March 24, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars bradford hines at Life Storage, Durham, North Carolina (#1138)

"It was an absolute pleasure meeting Danielle. She was extremely helpful and knowledgeable."

February 08, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Mike at Life Storage, Durham, North Carolina (#175)

"Austin was great, this storage is the best by far!"

February 06, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Keaszer White at Life Storage, Durham, North Carolina (#1138)

"Awesome customer service from Danielle she is amazing!!!! Need more workers like her."

January 18, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Jomecia Mack at Life Storage, Durham, North Carolina (#1138)

"Danielle was very pleasant and helpful! I would highly recommend her location."

January 14, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars John Lee at Life Storage, Durham, North Carolina (#1138)

"Move in was very quick. I received a warm, professional greeting."

January 11, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Megan Arthur at Life Storage, Durham, North Carolina (#1138)

"Danielle was fantastic! Great to work with and showed us everything we needed!"

January 09, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Barbie Patterson at Life Storage, Durham, North Carolina (#1138)

"Excellent customer service!!!!"

January 04, 2023
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Deborah Duke at Life Storage, Durham, North Carolina (#7103)

"Staff very helpful. Grateful for their assist while making decisions on what I really needed. Prices are extremely reasonable compared to other places I contacted"

December 27, 2022
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Jeff Hayes at Life Storage, Durham, North Carolina (#7103)

"Austin listened to my needs and set me up with the right sized unit. Professional and friendly service. He made me feel like Life Storage wanted my business. I highly recommend!"

December 02, 2022
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Ash at Life Storage, Durham, North Carolina (#175)

"Austin was so helpful getting me moved into my new unit. He was so kind and gave me great advice for my first time in storage. I will be a repeat customer"

December 01, 2022
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars Kimberly Symonds at Life Storage, Durham, North Carolina (#1138)

"Happy to be a Life Storage customer….. Danielle is wonderful to work with!"

November 13, 2022

Frequently Asked Questions

What size storage unit do I need in Durham, ?

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 Durham, NC 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 Durham, our prices start at $35 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 Durham, our prices start at $57 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 Durham, our prices start at $84 for a 10x10 unit.

Should I rent climate controlled storage in Durham?

Since Durham temperatures can become oppressively hot, we recommend climate controlled storage units to help protect your belongings over time. 12 of our stores offer climate controlled storage units near Durham .

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. 10 of our stores offer drive-up accessible storage units near Durham .

How much do self storage units cost in Durham?

The average cost of a 1 month self storage unit rental in Durham is $147.53 with prices starting at $9.00 . The prices can vary from store to store so be sure to check nearby locations in the Durham area. Storage unit sizes range from 9 sq. ft. to 525 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 Durham, North Carolina

Climate Controlled Storage Unit Size Average Price Lowest Price
Locker $23.14 $9.00
5x5 $56.23 $35.00
5x10 $77.33 $57.00
10x10 $133.10 $84.00
10x15 $179.20 $126.00
10x20 $235.10 $167.00

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 Durham, NC.