🧱 What Will Fit in Your Storage Unit?

A Size Guide from Back Forty Storage

Choosing the right storage unit size can be tricky—especially if you’re trying to imagine how much furniture or how many boxes you can squeeze into a blank space.

At Back Forty Storage, we offer a variety of unit sizes—from small 5’x10’ spaces to oversized 12’x30’ double-door units. This guide will help you visualize exactly what fits in each unit so you can rent with confidence.

📐 5' x 10' Storage Unit (50 sq. ft.)

Comparable to: A large walk-in closet

What fits:

• Small bedroom or studio apartment items

• Mattress set (twin or full), dresser, nightstands

• Several medium-sized boxes

• Seasonal décor, camping gear, or off-season clothing

• Small desk and chair

Ideal for:
College students, seasonal storage, or decluttering a room at home.

📐 10' x 10' Storage Unit (100 sq. ft.)

Comparable to: Half of a standard one-car garage

What fits:

• Contents of a 1–2 bedroom apartment

• Queen-size bed, couch, entertainment center

• Appliances (washer/dryer, refrigerator)

• Dining room table with chairs

• Dozens of labeled boxes or bins

Ideal for:
Apartment moves, temporary storage during renovations, or long-term household overflow.

📐 10' x 15' Storage Unit (150 sq. ft.)

Comparable to: A large bedroom

What fits:

• Contents of a 2–3 bedroom home

• Multiple mattresses, sofa sets, dressers

• Larger appliances and patio furniture

• Office desks, chairs, and file cabinets

• Bicycles, lawn equipment, grills

Ideal for:
Families in transition, military deployment storage, or downsizing.

📐 10' x 20' Storage Unit (200 sq. ft.)

Comparable to: A full one-car garage

What fits:

• Full 3–4 bedroom home contents

• Living room sets, full dining sets, king-size beds

• Multiple large appliances

• Tools, shelving units, and lawn equipment

• Business inventory or office furniture

Ideal for:
Homeowners moving, small business owners, or large long-term storage needs.

📐 12' x 30' Double Door Unit (360 sq. ft.)

Comparable to: Extra-long garage with two doors

What fits:

• Entire 4–5 bedroom household

• Large vehicles (trailers, ATVs, boats, motorcycles)

• Commercial equipment or contractor tools

• Multiple couches, beds, armoires, and wardrobes

• Space for wide items and easy loading/unloading through both ends

Ideal for:
Contractors, businesses, boat/RV owners, and anyone with extra-large storage needs.

❄️ Climate-Controlled Units

Available in select sizes—ideal for items sensitive to temperature and humidity, including:

• Electronics

• Wood furniture

• Artwork

• Photos and documents

• Musical instruments

✅ Not Sure What You Need? We Can Help!

Choosing the right unit isn’t just about size—it’s also about how well you pack and organize. Pro tip: Use uniform boxes, label everything, and stack smart.

Still unsure? Just give us a call or stop by—we’re happy to walk you through it or even show you a unit in person.

📍 Visit Us at:

Back Forty Storage
217 Apache Drive, Enterprise, Alabama
📲 www.backfortystorage.com