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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Life Storage is proud to offer a convenient and secure storage facility in Wake Forest, NC, located just minutes from Raleigh. Our Wake Forest storage facility is located at 1201 South Main Street, just off of US-1 and US-401. With easy access to I-540, our facility is easily accessible from anywhere in the Raleigh area.
At Life Storage, we understand that your possessions are important to you, so we strive to provide the best possible storage experience. Our Wake Forest facility is clean and secure, with 24-hour video surveillance and individual door alarms to ensure the safety of your belongings. We also offer a variety of storage unit sizes to meet your needs, from small 5x5 units perfect for storing seasonal items and outdoor gear, to 10x20 units that can accommodate the contents of a multi-bedroom home.
In addition to our secure storage units, we also offer a variety of other amenities to make your storage experience as convenient as possible.
1200 E Cornwallis RdDurham, NC 2771320.1 Miles Away
Customer Reviews - Life Storage #640, Wake Forest
We at Life Storage want to maintain the best storage facilities in Wake Forest, 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.
"We arrived at about 5:55 to check in for my unit and Mr. Mike took the time to show us to our unit and was very helpful even though they close at 6. Great customer service!!"
"Very kind and helpful. I left my keys all the way in another state and Michael was so helpful to get me into my storage very quickly. I appreciate it so much!"
"Amazing service - super clean, easy to access, terrific customer service. We have had a storage locker for several years. Would not go anywhere else."
"It was super easy to setup everything I needed online before arriving. The employee working in the office when I closed out my unit was very kind and professional. It was a pleasure speaking to him!"
"I ordered my unit online for a great price and met with Michael in store to get my access code. He was very nice and showed me my unit which was the perfect space for what I needed."
"An amazing experience. The Store Manager, Michael, was extremely pleasant and professional. The rental process was smooth and easy. I highly recommend this facility."
"I recently began storing my school and personal household goods at life storage. Where I met the most informative storage staff you could imagine. Who made it a breeze for me to find a unit that could suitable to my needs. He is very knowledgeable and deserving of a raise. Due being a big part of client retention apart from the prices of units."
"Mike was so friendly and very helpful. He showed me two units I was trying to decide between and helped me find a storage space that was a good size for my items. Very thankful for his help"
"Michael was very pleasant to us today. He gave us a tour, showed us how to use the lock and suggested selling was on time. We definitely needed a mattress cover."
"I went online and reserved my unit on a Friday and moved my stuff in on a Monday. I went in person on Saturday and met with Michael who also called and left a message for me earlier that morning, confirming everything. When I entered the facility Michael introduced himself and welcomed me in. I sat down to verify everything and then he took me to see the storage unit to make sure it would be sufficient for what I needed, if not I would have other options. The units inside are climate controlled and a very clean. We went back to the office after confirming it was what I wanted and finished the paperwork and payment. They do require insurance, so if you have homeowners insurance or renters insurance it would cover it but be sure to read your policy regarding items in storage. Someone who has experience in this you would be wise to just take the insurance they offer and add it to your monthly bill. It's only $100 deductible which I'm sure is less of a deductible than most people carry. It's not more than $20 additional a month. Overall this facility is top notch and highly recommended if you need a storage place with excellent customer service."
"Mike is like my best friend & this place was home for nearly 2 years while working full time in the Triangle area and staying at Airbnbs. This facility is very friendly and peaceful like my old home and love to come back if there’s a need. Wake Forest is away from everything, but Life Storage is centrally located to easily visit and check on things. Mike greets everyone with a smile & enjoy visiting while here. Friends don’t lie and may the Force be with y’all in the real “Hawkins” from Stranger Things ✨❤️✨💙✨ Thank you very much for all of your help & friendly hospitality while here ✨💚✨🧡✨"
"I’ve never rented a storage unit before & Michael was so helpful answering my questions. He even took the time to show me the exact unit(s) that were available. Seeing them in person gave me a better idea of how much I could store in there. I booked 2 large units because of his helpfulness, I feel like my stuff will be safe & secure at this location."
"We had an awesome experience thanks to Michael with Life Storage! He was so helpful with getting us the equipment we needed and even checked on us several times throughout this long hard day. At the end of the day he offered us an ice cold water for our trip. Pretty awesome service and I’d say he definitely went the extra mile. Thanks again Mike!!"
"Amazing service! This is my first time with LifeStorage and I highly recommend! Easy process, great front office staff, storage unit was in perfect condition."
"Mike at Life Storage in Wake Forest was outstanding. Corteous, professional, and accommodating! Highly recommend This facility!
A pleasure to deal with."
"Mike Wilson cared for me like I was his son and I had him on every encounter!! The stalls were clean and access was easy and always available!! Thanks Mike,
Paul"
"Check in was fast and efficient. Michael was very friendly and helpful. The building is well maintained and carts are available. Loading items into our storage space was made easy with the loading/unloading area and elevator."
"I stopped by to survey the units available at this location and had the pleasure of meeting with Mike. Very informative and knowledgeable on the tour and thoroughly covered all my questions.
Thanks again!"
"Mike was very helpful, kind and professional. He listened to our questions and concerns and gave us a great deal. He also was very sweet to our 3 year old daughter which is always appreciated! We had a great experience with Mike and left very pleased with our deal, unit, and experience."
"We recently downsized our home and needed some extra storage space. We worked with Mike, who is awesome. He knows his stuff, is very helpful and has a great personality. The storage facility is clean and well maintained. If you are looking for a storage space in Wake Forest, go to Life Storage and ask for Mike!"
"I had the pleasure to work with Carolyn at the Life Storage location in Wake Forest. Moving is an extremely stressful time and it means a lot when someone lend you hand in anyway or at least make the process go smoothly. She was able to not only do that but take the time to make sure that I was happy with the unit, experience, and service provided to me. I feel confident and save to leave my things behind here when it's so hard to let go. Thank you."
"I have had the pleasure of talking with the 2 people working here and they are a hoot! Friendly and helpful. It gives me the vibe of not a corporate place. Very nice, and personable place. I would recommend highly. Been with them for over a year now. I transferred from a big unit to a small one, transfer was smooth"
"I worked with Michael Wilson on 1/26/22. I was inquiring about a storage unit for the company I currently work for and he walked me through the center to see the various sizes bc the images online and even at the desk do not do any form of justice when seeing it from a digital standpoint. When attempting to do things online, after returning to the office to consult with my supervisor, the unit was not available online so I called and he began walking me through it and all the forms I needed to process, but he was very patient, understanding, and willing to assist me with every inquiry. He held conversation during the dead silence moments of the process and was on point. Thanks Mike for all your help!!!!! Kudos to this employee!!!!"
"Carolyn Moore helped me on 01/09/2021 and Micheal also worked with us. They both provide us with exceptional service. I appreciate people that care about their customers. Thanks to you both."
"Super friendly staff, clean facilities, easy access to move your stuff in, highly recommend this place if you like convenience and helpful management!"
"Very friendly and helpful front desk person who answered all my questions and clearly explained the rental process. Made sure there were carts at the door we used to bring in our boxes and that we were able to get in the building with no problem."
"The storage facility is clean and comfortable. But the greatest thing about this location is Michael Wilson who manages the facility. He is great and helpful when you need it."
"Life storage is amazing. Carolyn is very professional and knowledge able. Extremely help to us especially moving from out of state. So glad that I am a customer of Life Storage"
"Carolyn was very professional who insured our "move in" and truck rental completed without issue and was a pleasure to work with. The facility is very clean and easily accessible."
"My husband and I were very happy with the friendly and attentive staff.
They were detailed about our storage rental concerns.
We would definitely recommend LIFE STORAGE to anyone looking for a very clean and safe place to store there belongings."
"What a wonderful visit to find a storage facility. Carolyn went out of her way to make us feel comfortable during a stressful time. We highly recommend this company."
"Mike and Carol at Life Storage Wake Forest made our move in and short term storage very simple. We had 3 storage units to help us stage and move from our newly sold house. Letting us use the Life storage van for free made things much much easier. Saves us time and money.
I appreciate Mike coming by to just say hi while our movers were moving us out. He offered to lock the main doors open to make it easier to get in and out.
Very professional and courteous. Highly recommend"
"Michael has been incredibly helpful with my transition from upack trailers to a storage unit. The facility is also very clean. Would highly recommend."
"Mike was extremely helpful in getting us reserved and then set up in our Wake Forest storage unit. He was professional, polite and cooperative so that it made this rental and move-in process really smooth."
"I had never rented a storage unit before and was so pleased with the information and help Michael provided me today. He helped me figure out what size unit I needed, explained how the facility worked, and even taught me how to use my lock. He was very patient, kind and super helpful! I was also impressed with how cleanliness and safety of the building."
"Never again I'm glad I'm clearing out soon! I've been with place since early 2019. I would leave if I wasn't out of state. This place raises your space rent, it's ridiculously. It was called Cubesmart I think when we 1st started. They told me when we started to stay a couple months ahead paid so that way I wouldn't have to worry about my rebt going up. Never understood why. Well I have two large units I pay almost $277./month. They make plenty of money, and in the times we are all dealing with they raise space rent. It's ridiculous! Both of my spaces have been raised and not a couple bucks over $10 each! I'm not late and pay everything we owe, and we're coming to clear out our stuff! We won't use them again."
"They gave a quote and once there to finalize, there was an additional insurance charge, dunno but seemed like bait and switch.... Maybe not intentional but should tell you up front"
"The Service was exquisite and very personable. Took the time and listened to our needs and found the perfect storage unit to accommodate us. Was very gracious and thankful for our business. He made sure we were aware that if there was anything we needed that he was only a call away. The gold standard for service!"
"I came in with a broken foot, and after a very rough day. Mike held the door as I hobbled my way in. He asked about my situation and then went COMPLETELY out of his way to help me. Down to helping me load my boxes. He took very good care of me. I recommend anyone go here and see him. He’s a great man, with great prices and will do anything to help the next person. Customer for life."
"Mike is the manager or owner of this facility and the most awesome person. He worked with me along with his staff when I incurred financial issues and were patient. The facility is always clean. You will definitely love it!!! Life Storage of Wake Forest is the BEST!!!"
"This by far the worst customer service and management run facility that I have ever had service at. The doors ar the bottom of the building were either broke or not working. Management has no clue how to treat people. I was lied to about the promotion promised to me. Exit lights are broke and I can go on. I would not reccomend this business to anyone. Customer service is the most important thing and they absolutely lack it."
"Mike was the attendant helping me today and not only did he give me a discount with my lock but he was super friendly and the are super clean and secure."
"Great storage! Only thing is every time I’ve been the elevators have been noticeably dirty (like they haven’t cleaned them in a while or didn’t clean the stainless steel part) other than that we’ve had great experiences!"
"Life Storage is the best storage option in Wake Forest. They beat their competitors in price, convenience, and customer communication. The units are clean and the staff is very helpful."
"Mr. Wilson was very kind in assisting me in getting the right size and price for my new unit. Quick and painless in office transaction. Thanks again Michael."
"Mike Wilson was great with helping me find a storage unit that met my needs. He's extremely polite and professional; taking the time to show me various storage units and explaining the price differences with each size. Can't recommend him enough!"
"The manager was very helpful when we accidentally broke a glass shelf in the parking lot! He was quick to clean it up and was very sweet! Weve been using this storage facility since they opened and never once have had a problem."
"Mike Wilson at the Wake Forest location was so helpful. From the time that I began the moving plan, Mike assisted me in process and was very helpful. Then, when I bought a condo, he recommended another Life Storage location and got me in touch with the manager closest to the Life Storage in the area of my new home. This is a fabulous storage company and I would highly recommend, Mike Wilson and Life Storage for your storage needs."
"Mike was awesome this morning with my registration and setting me up with the storage space. The please is very clean and in a great location for Wake Forest residence community!!! Thank you Mike!"
"This is a great location, great security and great service from Michael the actual manager of the location. Easy to deal with them and very good prices. I recommend this place 100 %"
"Just signed up for a 10x10 storage unit this morning. Monthly cost is lower than other companies I checked in this area and the facility is very nice and clean! Mike was very helpful in explaining options and getting me set up. I highly recommend Life Storage if you need to rent a unit."
"Cherry and Mike were very helpful from day one! The process to reserve a unit was painless and quick and the rates are very reasonable. Not to mention the facility is very clean and in a great location!"
"Cherry was extremely helpful and friendly. She was patient, offered good advice, and showed us various levels and units to help us make the right choice."
"I had issues with mold in my climate controlled unit. I had insurance through another source and they wanted cubesmart to have a letter stating that there was damage in the place. They denied that there was, and looking through reviews here, there are other victims of it and one actually states that she had a broken window and water damaged her stuff due to hurricane."
"Cherry and Mike run a customer-centric, friendly and efficient place. Top notch customer service coupled with a clean storage environment make this a really nice place to store my extra stuff. And this is one of those rare places where good old fashioned customer care meets up with the efficiency of technology to make transactions easy."
"Upon arriving, we were met by a VERY polite and helpful gentleman by the name of Mike. He showed us everything we needed without hesitation. As we entered we met a lady name Cherry. She was so pleasant and a joy to see. There are some people you meet and immediately you want to turn and walk the other way but these two sweet individuals made us happy to spend our money here. We just moved here and they are making our move worth whil . To see pleasant people in a working environment makes me happy. So yes we would refer Life Storage to EVERYONE."
"Not a good experience. Place was a disaster. Elevator down, and some trashy acting customers started a fight with us over the elevator. Cussed us out for using it. Staff was nice but disorganized and very slow. Only one person in the office had to wait 15 mins to be seen."
The entrance, aisles, and most drive-up accessible storage units are wide enough to accommodate large vehicles, up to and including 54' tractor trailers.
You can rent a storage unit without coming to our store office.
Choose the Rent Now option when selecting a storage unit and you will make your payment, get your access code, and go right to your space to move in.
Our video shows you how it works.
Tips for packing your storage unit
If you've never used a storage unit before, this video will show you some great Pro Tips that will help make the process easier and prevent common mistakes.
Save yourself some time, and learn how to keep your belonging safe in storage.
Serving Raleigh, Wake Forest and Stony Hill
Our self storage facility on Northpark Dr is located west of the Capital Blvd, on the corner of Durham Rd, near Duke Primary Care Wake Forest. Click here for directions to this Life Storage.
At Life Storage Facility #640, we offer great property security systems and clean, affordable storage units to rent for the residents of Stony Hill, Falls, Forestville, and other neighborhoods in Wake Forest, NC. Call us with questions, reserve online, or click here to compare other storage units in Raleigh.
Store Office Hours
Mon: 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Tue: 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
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 - 10:00 pm
Tuesday: 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Wednesday: 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Thursday: 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Friday: 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Saturday: 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sunday: 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Rental Requirements:
Insurance required
Storage insurance available (third party)
$29 admin fee
Payments due monthly, with a minimum of one month rental