{"id":10343,"date":"2022-09-02T09:16:09","date_gmt":"2022-09-02T16:16:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.storagecafe.com\/blog\/?p=10343"},"modified":"2022-09-02T09:17:03","modified_gmt":"2022-09-02T16:17:03","slug":"how-big-a-storage-space-do-i-need-for-a-2-bed-apartment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.storagecafe.com\/blog\/how-big-a-storage-space-do-i-need-for-a-2-bed-apartment\/","title":{"rendered":"How Big A Storage Space Do I Need For A 2-Bed Apartment?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Do you need to store the contents of a two-bedroom apartment? Perhaps you are moving in or out, or giving it a thorough renovation. Putting everything in a self storage unit will save you a lot of stress. Your beloved antique furniture, pool table and drum set will be safe in there, and a small, economical storage unit may be sufficient.<\/p>\n

Two-bedroom apartment dwellers who are moving across town, downsizing, upsizing, or simply giving their place a major make-over, will find their possessions are temporarily displaced. Finding the ideal storage unit for them should therefore be a priority. Do all the necessary calculations to determine what size unit you require. You should also consider whether you need one with climate control or other special features. It may also be worth renting a storage unit longer term to maximize life in your two-bedroom apartment. Read on to find out more.<\/p>\n

<\/span>An economical medium-size 10\u2019x10\u2019 storage unit may be enough for a 2-bedroom apartment<\/span><\/h2>\n

If your 2-bedroom apartment is not overflowing with items, a medium-sized\u00a010\u2019x10\u2019 storage unit<\/a>\u00a0might be suitable for all your possessions. Most of these units have eight-foot ceilings, which means renters would have 800 cubic feet of packing space, which is often enough, especially if you stack your belongings carefully. Generally, it can hold a small quantity of furniture, electronics, kitchen and bathroom items, plus some clothes. Also in the \u2018medium-sized\u2019 range, a 10\u2019x15\u2019 unit would provide extra room, especially if you have large pieces of furniture.<\/p>\n

<\/span>Determine the size of your 2-bedroom apartment and the space your things take up<\/span><\/h2>\n

When looking for a self-storage unit, knowing the size of your apartment gives you an insight into the amount of space you need to store your things. According to YardiMatrix<\/a>, a two-bedroom apartment generally averages around 1,002 square feet. And if it is a new one, it could be larger: A RentCafe study from last year<\/a> shows that in most cities, two-bedroom apartments have been upsizing, registering an increase of 39 square feet on average over the last five years. Knowing the size of your two-bedroom apartment will give you a ball-park idea about type of storage unit to look for.<\/p>\n

Secondly, think about your possessions and calculate how much space they would take up. Here are some items that might fit into a regular 10\u2019x10 unit:<\/p>\n