5 X 15 Storage Units in Ames, IA

5 X 15 Storage Unit Dimensions

A typical 5 X 15 unit measures about 5 feet wide by 15 feet deep. Its long, narrow footprint provides additional capacity without the width of a 10 X 10.

Measure wider furniture and bulky items before reserving. Unit height and door dimensions vary by facility.

What Fits in a 5 X 15 Storage Unit?

A 5 X 15 can typically accommodate mattresses, dressers, chairs, smaller tables, shelving, boxes, seasonal belongings, selected appliances, and other household or business items.

Keep frequently needed belongings toward the front so items stored deeper inside remain accessible.

Common Uses for a 5 X 15 Storage Unit

Moving & Household Storage
Furniture, mattresses, boxes, and household belongings during moves, downsizing, renovations, or temporary storage.

Furniture & Extra Household Space
Dressers, chairs, tables, shelving, mattresses, boxes, and belongings that have outgrown a smaller unit.

Business Supplies & Inventory
Boxed inventory, records, supplies, shelving, and smaller equipment that need additional storage space.

Climate-Controlled 5 X 15 Storage

Consider Climate-Controlled Storage Units in Ames for furniture, electronics, documents, artwork, and other belongings that may benefit from a more stable storage environment.

Drive-Up 5 X 15 Storage

Drive-Up Storage Units in Ames can make loading furniture, mattresses, boxes, equipment, and business supplies easier by reducing carrying distance.

24-Hour Storage Access

Consider 24-Hour Storage Units in Ames when your schedule requires access outside standard facility hours. Access hours vary, so check facility details before reserving.

5 X 10 vs 5 X 15 Storage Units

A 5 X 10 Storage Unit in Ames provides about 50 square feet, while a 5 X 15 provides about 75 square feet — 50% more floor space with a similar width.

Choose the 5 X 15 when you need additional room for furniture, mattresses, boxes, shelving, supplies, or other belongings.

5 X 15 vs 10 X 10 Storage Units

A 10 X 10 Storage Unit in Ames provides about 100 square feet — 25 square feet more than a 5 X 15 and a substantially wider footprint.

Consider the 10 X 10 when you have wider furniture, more belongings, or want additional room for organization and access.

Which Storage Unit Size Should You Choose?

Choose a 5 X 15 when 75 square feet provides enough capacity and your belongings fit comfortably within its footprint.

If you're deciding between two unit sizes, choosing the larger option often makes loading, organizing, and accessing your belongings easier while leaving room for items you may add later.

View the Storage Unit Size Guide