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Frequently Asked Questions About Storage Units in Palo Alto, CA
What size storage rental is best for a car or truck in Palo Alto, CA?
The most common storage unit for a standard vehicle in Palo Alto, CA is going to be a 10' x 15' parking storage space, but if you have a large heavy duty truck you might need to upgrade to a 10' X 20' parking space. These spaces tend to be outdoors so a tarp or cover will be needed to protect your vehicle from the elements, especially if it's not going to be moved for quite some time. If you are storing a classic or extremely expensive vehicle, we would recommend looking for an enclosed storage facility.
What size storage unit is ideal for a motorcycle in Palo Alto, CA?
More often than not we would recommend that you store your motorcycle in a fully enclosed 5' X 10' unit with drive up external access. There are roughly 20 enclosed storage units in Palo Alto, CA that would allow you to store your motorcycle.
What type of RV storage options are available in Palo Alto, CA?
Similar to car and truck storage, your RV is most likely going to be stored outside in an oversized parking spot. These can range from small to very large depending on the size of the RV. The cheapest RV storage option available for a small RV would be in a 10' X 20' parking space which is priced at $163.00 in Palo Alto, CA.
Where can one store a jet ski, atv, or snowmobile in Palo Alto, CA?
A 10' X 10' drive up fully enclosed option would be your best option and there are currently 16 available starting at $92.00 in Palo Alto, CA.
What are my options for boat storage in Palo Alto, CA?
A small boat storage parking space is usually going to require a space of 20'-30' long, including the trailer. These spaces will almost always be outside in Palo Alto, CA, so you'll need a protective tarp or cover. You will want to call the storage facility ahead of time to make sure they have room available as these options are often limited.
Discover the Average and Lowest Priced Storage Units in Palo Alto, CA
| Unit Size | Average Price | Lowest Price |
| 5' x 5' | $49.33 | $38.00 |
| 5' x 10' | $92.70 | $31.00 |
| 10' x 10' | $156.06 | $92.00 |
| 15' x 10' | $235.20 | $186.00 |
| 10' x 20' | $250.80 | $163.00 |
Pricing updated on 11/09/2024
Stay Up to Date with the Palo Alto Self Storage Industry
Whether you need to store a boat, car, RV, or any types of vehicles in Palo Alto, CA, the following 43 options are available for you to choose from. The listings 1-43 shown above are the top 43 vehicle spaces recommended by CheapStorageUnits.co for you. There are 2 ways to store your vehicle at a storage facility.
For long term vehicle storage in Palo Alto, we recommend that you store your vehicle indoors in a regular self storage unit or a climate controlled unit to protect your classic cars or other precious vehicles.
Some facilities allow outdoor parking in Palo Alto, so we recommend this for short term vehicle storage only as it offers no protection from mother nature and could result in costly repairs for your vehicle. Outdoor parking units can be identified via the 'Uncovered' amenity or 'Parking' unit type.
Using $1.00 per sqft as a national average, the average price for a self storage unit is $1.52 per sqft. This is 52.18% higher with $0.52 net increase in cost per square foot. You'll be paying more in medium to large cities as storage prices are generally higher in densely populated areas.
To give you an idea on what vehicle storage options in Palo Alto are best for you, check out the recommendations below:
For additional options on alternate storage units, please check our Palo Alto, CA Self Storage page.
