{"id":2950,"date":"2020-08-06T01:27:47","date_gmt":"2020-08-06T08:27:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.storagecafe.com\/blog\/?p=2950"},"modified":"2024-02-13T22:54:10","modified_gmt":"2024-02-14T06:54:10","slug":"what-to-look-for-in-a-san-francisco-storage-unit-when-you-want-to-expand-your-space-at-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.storagecafe.com\/blog\/what-to-look-for-in-a-san-francisco-storage-unit-when-you-want-to-expand-your-space-at-home\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Look For in a San Francisco Storage Unit When You Want to Expand Your Space at Home"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s no secret that San Francisco is an expensive place to live \u2013 the average rent for an apartment in the metro area now hovers around $3,000 per month, according to Yardi Matrix<\/a>. And obviously, the bigger the apartment, the pricier it gets. So how can you maximize space in a San Francisco home when square footage comes at a premium? A solution that will allow you to still love your place and the location, without too much financial pressure, is to rent a smaller apartment and keep some of your stuff in self storage.<\/p>\n

<\/span>When is self storage a good idea?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Self storage can help when downsizing, relocating or when you\u2019re simply re-organizing your home for more living space. The current COVID-19 pandemic has created the context for seeking even more solutions to make room at home as people have suddenly found themselves working<\/a> and studying, entertaining children and pets, cooking and exercising — all from their home base. The need for more space at home is pressing, and renting self storage<\/a> is an easy, safe solution.<\/p>\n

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<\/span>What to store?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

When deciding what to store, you need to think about your daily routine. What furniture, gear, and other items are you using only on certain occasions? Seasonal items such as winter clothes or skiing equipment, that tent for summer camping at Lake Chabot or holiday decorations and ornaments, can all live in storage until you need them again.<\/p>\n

Additionally, there are other items that might be worth storing away from home including sports equipment and certain electronics and appliances you\u2019re not using but may need in the future. You might also want to store smaller items like books, collections, toys, tools, and so on.<\/p>\n

By storing some of your stuff away, your home will become roomier and more inviting, and you\u2019ll have space for helpful changes. A proper work-from-home desk, a mini gym area for workouts, or a fun crafts corner for your kids.<\/p>\n

<\/span>How much does storage cost in the Bay Area?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

The average monthly rent for a standard 10X10 storage unit in San Francisco<\/a> is around $215 as per Yardi Matrix data \u2013 and you can store a lot of stuff in a 100 square-foot unit. It\u2019s definitely more accessible and affordable than paying a much higher rent every month just to fit all your things.<\/p>\n

Here are a few extra things to consider when shopping around for a storage unit<\/strong>:<\/p>\n