Tucson, AZ Self Storage Prices, Stats and Construction Trends 2026

Self storage has become crucial for navigating major life events. It can be particularly useful for events such as moving, downsizing and when changes in household composition occur, as well as when engaging in home remodeling projects and organizational endeavors. Tucson offers plenty of self storage options to cater to all needs and budgets.

How much does a storage unit cost in Tucson, AZ?

Currently, the average cost of a 10x10 storage unit in Tucson is $103/month, a decrease of 5.5% compared to last year. Nationally, self storage street rates for 10×10 non-climate-controlled units saw a 2.5% year-over-year decrease, registering an average of $118 in March, 2026.

Tucson self storage prices by unit size

Besides the standard 10x10 unit, the Tucson self storage market includes several other types of units that can vary in terms of size and amenities, and naturally, price.

For instance, a 5x5 self storage unit in Tucson rents for $40, while a 5x10 unit would cost $60/month. Average street rates for a 10x20 unit stand at $168/month. Non-climate-controlled units typically come with lower price tags than their climate-controlled counterparts of the same size.

Non-Climate-Controlled Units*

Unit Size	Avg. Street Rate
5x5	$40
5x10	$60
10x10	$103
10x15	$134
10x20	$168
10x30	$246

Climate-Controlled Units*

Unit Size	Avg. Street Rate
5x5	$46
5x10	$68
10x10	$110
10x15	$144
10x20	$181
10x30	$269

* Average monthly rates for Tucson in March 2026.

Average storage unit cost in Tucson by neighborhood

Self storage prices can vary depending on location as some neighborhoods might offer more budget-friendly self storage rates than others.

You can find cheap Tucson storage units in Miracle Manor, where the standard self storage unit goes for $77/mo. on average, in Broadway Northeast, where renters pay $79/mo. on average, and in Alvernon Heights, where the average street rates hover around $81/mo.

If you’re looking for other great deals, check out self storage listings, and their average street rates, in Sunnyside ($86) and Keeling ($89).

Other neighborhoods, on the other hand, come with higher street rates. The most expensive neighborhood in Tucson is El Presidio with a monthly average street rate of $219, followed by Rita Ranch.

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Self Storage

#	Neighborhood	Average Street Rate
1	Miracle Manor	$77
2	Broadway Northeast	$79
3	Alvernon Heights	$81
4	Sunnyside	$86
5	Keeling	$89
6	Rancho Perdido Estates	$94
7	Julia Keen	$97
8	Amphi	$99
9	Midvale	$101
10	Terra Del Sol	$101

Most Expensive Neighborhoods for Self Storage

#	Neighborhood	Average Street Rate
1	El Presidio	$219
2	Rita Ranch	$184
3	Myers	$179
4	Campus Farm	$177
5	Dietz	$175
6	Barrio Blue Moon - San Ignacio Yaqui	$168
7	Flowing Wells	$159
8	Lakeside Park	$156
9	Roberts	$149
10	Santa Cruz Southwest	$141

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Neighborhood prices

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How Tucson, AZ, Self Storage Compares With Other Cities

How self storage costs in Tucson compare to prices in other nearby cities

Check out the table below to see how self storage in Tucson compares rent-wise to other places in the state of Arizona.

#	City	Average Street Rate
1	Florence, AZ	$136
2	Casa Grande, AZ	$130
3	Gold Canyon, AZ	$115
4	San Tan Valley, AZ	$113
5	Apache Junction, AZ	$112
6	Queen Creek, AZ	$105
7	Gilbert, AZ	$104
8	Tucson, AZ	$103
9	Coolidge, AZ	$97
10	Arizona City, AZ	$74

Average street rates for non-climate-controlled 10x10 units for March 2026.

How self storage costs in Tucson compare to rates in other sought-after cities in the US

Check out the table below to see how self storage rent in Tucson compares to other popular cities in the US.

#	City	Average Street Rate
1	New York City, NY	$257
2	Las Vegas, NV	$112
3	Phoenix, AZ	$111
4	Jacksonville, FL	$110
5	Dallas, TX	$106
6	Austin, TX	$106
7	Tucson, AZ	$103
8	San Antonio, TX	$97
9	Houston, TX	$96
10	Oklahoma City, OK	$73

Average street rates for non-climate-controlled 10x10 units for March 2026.

Self storage market size in Tucson, AZ

Tucson self storage market statistics

No. of self storage units	approx. 10,299
No. of self storage facilities	135
Local self storage inventory (sq. ft.)	7,508,137
Self storage sq. ft. per capita	9.0
New self storage facilities set for delivery in 2026	2
New self storage supply set for delivery in 2026 (sq. ft.)	158,868
Average self storage rent in Tucson for a standard 10x10 unit	$103

Tucson self storage construction trends

The self storage sector has maintained an active development pipeline in recent years. In 2025 alone, about 625,274 square feet of self storage space came online in Tucson, representing 8.3% of the existing inventory. Compared to the year before, self storage inventory in Tucson has increased by 9.1%.

Currently, there are 135 self storage facilities and approx. 10,299 storage units in Tucson. The local inventory encompasses 7,508,137 square feet of storage space, offering 9.0 square feet per capita.

A total of 158,868 square feet of self storage space is projected for completion in 2026, a decrease of 74.6% compared to last year.

What’s driving demand for self storage?

Quick overview of the Tucson housing market

Total no. of households	233,257
Y-o-y change in no. of households	-2.1%
Renter households in Tucson	109,796
Homeowner households in Tucson	123,461
Households with mortgages in Tucson	73,783
Median number of rooms (all housing units)	4.8
Average apartment size (sq. ft.)	729
Average home size (sq. ft.)	1,620
Average apartment rent	$1,203
Median home value	$302,300
Working from home (% of total working population)	9.2%

Self storage for residential clients: key facts and figures about the Tucson housing market

Generally associated with life events, the self storage industry is equipped to respond to people with changing housing situations, whether that means moving, downsizing, welcoming a new baby, or embracing multi-generational living. Lifestyle choices are also a demand driver for self storage, including preferences for snowbirding, digital nomading and RV travelling.

Looking at the type of residential customers that the Tucson self storage sector serves, it caters to both renters and homeowners, acting as extensions of their homes when living spaces are not big enough for the things people own.

Tucson is home to 109,796 renters and 123,461 homeowners. The average apartment size in Tucson is 729 sq. ft. and the average Tucson home size is 1,620 sq. ft.

Self storage for business

Alongside the residential sector, self storage responds to needs arising from conducting business. Entrepreneurs and small business owners, including brick-and-mortar retailers, can turn to self storage to store their merchandise all while keeping it accessible.

Legal and medical professionals often turn to self storage as they are generally required to keep hard copies of their records. Realtors and interior designers also find self storage particularly useful for temporarily storing staging furniture. Moreover, blue collar businesses can benefit from storing their heavy equipment and supplies close to their work site.

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Where does our data come from?

All data related to self storage was compiled by StorageCafe, an online self storage search portal featuring nearly 31,000 listings across the U.S.

The self storage rental statistics on this page were sourced from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, the industry's most comprehensive market intelligence tool for investment professionals, equity investors, lenders and property managers who underwrite and manage investments in the multifamily, student housing, self storage, office and industrial sectors. Yardi Matrix maintains operational profiles for over 40,000 self storage facilities across the U.S.

Average home size data is from PropertyShark, while demographic data is from the latest U.S. Census Bureau release, the 2020 American Community Survey.

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