Size Guide

While the size requirements for storing personal belongings vary depending on the items being stored and how they are packed, the guide below is a good starting point for picking the right storage unit size. Standard drive-up units from 5x10 up to 10x30 are available at all three Vista Storage locations around Grand Rapids. Climate controlled interior units are available at Vista Storage Plainfield, enclosed 12x40 boat and RV units with taller doors are at Vista Storage Walker, and outdoor vehicle, boat, and RV parking is at Vista Storage Comstock Park. Current rates and live availability for every size are on each location page.

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Step One: Select Your Item Sizes

Put together a list of items that can fit in boxes and what size boxes. Don't forget to include items that cannot fit in boxes

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Step Two: Categorize Your Items

Make a quick list of items you plan to store, including furniture, appliances, and any awkwardly-shaped items that will not be packed in boxes

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Step Three: Categorize Your Item Quantities

Determine how many boxes of different sizes you'll be using. Make a list of all the pieces of furniture and other items you need to store in your unit

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Step Four: Estimate What Size Unit You Need

Now that you have compiled a list of how many boxes and items you need to store in your unit, use our Size Guide Breakdown below that gives tips and suggestions on what size unit you may need

Size Guide Breakdown

5' X 10'

Our 5x10, 50-square-foot storage units are highly sought after due to their versatility and functionality. Comparable to the size of a large shed, these units are ideal for storing items from a small apartment or the complete furnishings of a bedroom or office.


Great for storing:

  • Business materials, files, or inventory
  • Seasonal decorations and gear like lawn mowers, snowboards, and camping equipment
  • Bed sets, dressers, and side tables
  • Art pieces, musical instruments, and medium-sized appliances

10' X 10'

Our 10x10, 100-square-foot storage units are the perfect size for larger furniture or equipment—not too big, not too small. Comparable to half a standard garage, these units can easily accommodate the belongings of a one-bedroom home.


Ideal for storing:

  • Furniture like sofas, tables, dressers, mattress sets, and coffee or nightstands
  • Electronics and musical instruments
  • Seasonal items such as garden tools, bicycles, skis, and camping gear
  • Office items including desks, chairs, and shelving

10' X 15'

A favorite among small families, our 10x15 storage units offer 150 square feet of space, roughly equivalent to a spacious bedroom. These units are perfect for accommodating the belongings of a two-bedroom home.


Great for storing:

  • Large household items like sofas, dining tables, dressers, bedroom sets, and bookcases
  • Major appliances, including washers, dryers, and refrigerators
  • Outdoor gear such as grills, bicycles, skis, and camping equipment
  • Business inventory and office furnishings like desks, chairs, and shelving units

10' X 20'

Our 10x20 storage units, offering 200 square feet of space, are ideal if you’re transitioning between homes, preparing your house for sale, or undertaking a major renovation. Comparable to a small garage, these units can easily hold the belongings of a three- or four-bedroom house.


Great for storing:

  • Large household items like sectional sofas, dining tables, mattress sets, dressers, and entertainment centers
  • Major appliances including washers, dryers, and refrigerators
  • Big musical instruments and electronics, such as pianos and televisions
  • Outdoor gear such as lawnmowers, grills, bicycles, skis, and camping equipment
  • Business inventory and office furnishings like desks, chairs, and shelving units

10' X 30'

For those in need of significant storage space, our 10x30 units provide 300 square feet, similar to a large garage. These units are spacious enough to accommodate the belongings of a four- or five-bedroom house.


Ideal for storing:

  • Items that are difficult to pack in boxes
  • Oversized furniture like sectional sofas, entertainment centers, and bedroom or dining sets
  • Major appliances including washers, dryers, and refrigerators
  • Outdoor gear such as lawnmowers, grills, bicycles, and small boats or canoes
  • Business inventory and office furnishings such as desks, chairs, and shelving