Storage Size Guide

How much space
do you actually need?

Use this guide to find the right size space before you search — so you only pay for what you need.

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Step 1

How much do you need to store?

Pick the size that matches what you're storing.

Small

25–50 sq ft

e.g. 5′ × 5′ shed corner or basement area

✓ Fits

✓ 10–20 boxes
✓ Seasonal décor
✓ Sports equipment
✓ Small appliances
✓ Bicycles

✗ Won't fit

✗ Furniture
✗ Vehicles

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Medium

50–100 sq ft

e.g. 8′ × 8′ shed or basement room

✓ Fits

✓ 20–40 boxes
✓ Studio apartment contents
✓ Furniture (sofa, bed)
✓ Appliances
✓ Motorcycles

✗ Won't fit

✗ Full car
✗ RV or boat

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Large

100–200 sq ft

e.g. 10′ × 15′ garage or basement

✓ Fits

✓ 1–2 bedroom contents
✓ Compact car
✓ Multiple large appliances
✓ 40–60 boxes
✓ Furniture sets

✗ Won't fit

✗ RV or camper
✗ Large boat

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Extra Large

200+ sq ft

e.g. 20′ × 10′+ detached garage or driveway

✓ Fits

✓ Full car or truck
✓ 3-bedroom home contents
✓ RV or camper
✓ Small boat
✓ Workshop equipment

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Step 2

What fits in each space type?

Every host space is different, but here's a general guide by type.

Garage

Typical size: 20′ × 10′ (200 sq ft)

✓ Full-size car or truck

✓ 20–30 boxes

✓ Patio furniture

✓ Bikes & sports gear

✓ Power tools & shelving

Best for

Vehicles, large items, long-term storage

Avg. price

$80–$200/mo

Shed

Typical size: 8′ × 6′ (48 sq ft)

✓ Seasonal gear (skis, camping)

✓ Garden tools

✓ Boxes & bins

✓ Small furniture

✓ Motorcycles (larger sheds)

Best for

Seasonal items, overflow storage

Avg. price

$40–$100/mo

Basement

Typical size: 10′ × 12′ (120 sq ft)

✓ Furniture & appliances

✓ Boxes & bins

✓ Clothing & textiles

✓ Electronics

✓ Small business inventory

Best for

Climate-sensitive items, long-term storage

Avg. price

$60–$150/mo

Driveway

Typical size: 20′ × 10′ or larger

✓ RV or camper (30+ ft)

✓ Boat on trailer

✓ Commercial vehicle

✓ Classic car

✓ Construction equipment

Best for

Oversized vehicles, seasonal parking

Avg. price

$80–$250/mo

Quick reference

Common item dimensions

Not sure if your item will fit? Use these approximate dimensions to compare against a host's listed space size.

ItemApproximate dimensionsCategory

Queen mattress6.5′ × 5′ × 1′Furniture

King mattress7′ × 6.5′ × 1′Furniture

3-seat sofa7′ × 3′ × 3.5′Furniture

Dining table (6 person)6′ × 3′ × 2.5′Furniture

Compact car14′ × 6′ × 5′Vehicle

Full-size SUV16′ × 7′ × 6′Vehicle

Motorcycle7′ × 2.5′ × 4′Vehicle

RV / Camper20–35′ × 8′ × 10′Vehicle

Boat (small)14–18′ × 6′Vehicle

Standard moving box1.5′ × 1.5′ × 2′Boxes

Large moving box2′ × 2′ × 2′Boxes

Fridge (standard)2.5′ × 2.5′ × 6′Appliance

Washing machine2′ × 2.5′ × 3.5′Appliance

Road bike5.5′ × 1.5′ × 3.5′Gear

Skis (pair + bag)6′ × 1′ × 0.5′Gear

All dimensions are in feet (length × width × height). Approximate averages only — always confirm exact space dimensions with your host before booking.

Still not sure?

Browse available spaces near you and message a host before committing. Most hosts are happy to answer sizing questions and many will send additional photos on request.

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How much spacedo you actually need?

How much do you need to store?

What fits in each space type?

Common item dimensions

Still not sure?

How much spacedo you actually need?

How much do you need to store?

What fits in each space type?

Common item dimensions

Still not sure?

How much space
do you actually need?

How much space
do you actually need?