MoveNaraStorage: the right size, the real price, and the exit plan
Storage decisions get made in a hurry, in the middle of a move, which is exactly how people end up paying a year for a unit one size too big. Three questions settle it: how much space, what will it really cost per month, and when does it end.
Sizing without a salesperson
- A 5x10 unit holds a one-bedroom's furniture.
- A 10x10 unit holds about two rooms.
- List the big items and count boxes before you look at prices; the list decides the size, not the tour.
- Sizes are listed in feet in both the US and Canada.
- Climate control (heated storage in Canada) matters for wood furniture, electronics, and anything you would miss. Over a cold winter it is not an upsell for those items.
Typical prices
Checked Aug 2026. Big-city units run higher, and first-month deals are common, which is exactly why the next section exists.
- United States, national average unit: about $89 a month.
- United States, typical range by size: $47 to $176 a month.
- Canada, 5x10 unit (one bedroom's worth): $110 to $210 a month.
- Canada, 10x10 unit (two rooms): $170 to $280 a month.
- Canada, big-city units: run higher; first-month deals are common.
The true total, not the teaser
Multiply the post-promo rate by the months you will realistically need. Storage gaps run longer than planned almost by default.
Rate after the promo
“What is the regular monthly rate once the first-month deal ends?”
Admin or setup fee
“Is there a one-time admin or setup fee when I open the unit?”
Required insurance
“Do I have to buy your protection plan, or can I show proof of my own coverage?”
Lock and access hours
“Do I have to buy your lock, and does after-hours or drive-up access cost extra?”
Rate increases
“How often do rates rise for current customers, and how much notice do you give?”
Move-out notice
“How many days of notice do you need when I leave, and do you refund a partial month?”
Plan the second delivery now
Moving twice is the hidden cost of storage. Decide now who moves it out and when, and put that date somewhere that will remind you. Without a date, a three-month gap quietly becomes a year of rent.
Questions
What size storage unit fits a one-bedroom apartment?
A 5x10 typically holds a one-bedroom's furniture. If you are also storing appliances or many boxes, step up to a 10x10, which holds about two rooms.
How much does a storage unit cost per month?
In the US, typically $47 to $176 a month depending on size, averaging about $89. In Canada, a 5x10 commonly runs $110 to $210 and a 10x10 $170 to $280 (checked Aug 2026).
Why is my storage bill higher than the advertised rate?
First-month deals hide the regular rate, and admin fees, required insurance, and a lock purchase land on top. Ask for the true monthly total after the promo before reserving.
Your dates change the order. MoveNara puts every step above on your calendar, next to the other services, and tracks what's actually confirmed, not just requested.
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