Dallas Self Storage Market Statistics:

Rent Prices, Local Inventory and Development Trends (March 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. Dallas offers plenty of self storage options to cater to all needs and budgets.

How much does a storage unit cost in Dallas, TX?

Currently, the average cost of a 10x10 storage unit in Dallas is $106/month, a decrease of 1.9% 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.

Dallas self storage prices by unit size

Besides the standard 10x10 unit, the Dallas 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 Dallas rents for $42, while a 5x10 unit would cost $64/month. Average street rates for a 10x20 unit stand at $190/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 SizeAvg. Street Rate
5x5$42
5x10$64
10x10$106
10x15$146
10x20$190
10x30$260
Climate-Controlled Units*
Unit SizeAvg. Street Rate
5x5$45
5x10$68
10x10$119
10x15$170
10x20$230
10x30$347

* Average monthly rates for Dallas in March 2026.

Average storage unit cost in Dallas 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 Dallas storage units in Lochwood, where the standard self storage unit goes for $98/mo. on average, in Encino Hills and Kleberg, where renters pay $102/mo. on average, and in Walnut Hills, where the average street rates hover around $105/mo.

If you’re looking for other great deals, check out self storage listings, and their average street rates, in Stevens Park Village, Bent Trail, Bruton Terrace and Pleasant Grove ($107) and Briarwood Estates and Parkway Estates ($108).

Other neighborhoods, on the other hand, come with higher street rates. The most expensive neighborhood in Dallas is Design District with a monthly average street rate of $387, followed by Waterford at Goldmark.

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Self Storage
#NeighborhoodAverage Street Rate
1 Lochwood$98
2 Encino Hills$102
3 Kleberg$102
4 Walnut Hills$105
5 Stevens Park Village$107
6 Bent Trail$107
7 Bruton Terrace$107
8 Pleasant Grove$107
9 Briarwood Estates$108
10 Parkway Estates$108
Most Expensive Neighborhoods for Self Storage
#NeighborhoodAverage Street Rate
1 Design District$387
2 Waterford at Goldmark$299
3 Hockaday$292
4 Old East Dallas Ranaissance Coalition$280
5 Uptown Dallas$226
6 Arbor Springs$218
7 Aspen Creek$213
8 Merriman Park/University Manor$206
9 Arcadia Park$198
10 Love Field$195

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How Dallas, TX, Self Storage Compares With Other Cities

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

Check out the table below to see how self storage in Dallas compares rent-wise to other places within a 50-mile radius.

#CityAverage Street Rate
1 Farmers Branch, TX$141
2 Lancaster, TX$139
3 Balch Springs, TX$112
4 Dallas, TX$106
5 Duncanville, TX$95
6 Addison, TX$93
7 Rowlett, TX$93
8 Mesquite, TX$90
9 Irving, TX$89
10 Garland, TX$88

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

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

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

#CityAverage Street Rate
1 New York City, NY$257
2 Chicago, IL$127
3 Las Vegas, NV$112
4 Phoenix, AZ$111
5 Jacksonville, FL$110
6 Dallas, TX$106
7 Austin, TX$106
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 Dallas, TX

Dallas self storage market statistics

No. of self storage unitsapprox. 14,358
No. of self storage facilities146
Local self storage inventory (sq. ft.)10,045,132
Self storage sq. ft. per capita5.1
New self storage facilities set for delivery in 20262
New self storage supply set for delivery in 2026 (sq. ft.)112,231
Average self storage rent in Dallas for a standard 10x10 unit$106

Dallas self storage construction trends

The self storage sector has maintained an active development pipeline in recent years.

Currently, there are 146 self storage facilities and approx. 14,358 storage units in Dallas. The local inventory encompasses 10,045,132 square feet of storage space, offering 5.1 square feet per capita.

A total of 112,231 square feet of self storage space is projected for completion in 2026.

What’s driving demand for self storage?

Quick overview of the Dallas housing market

Total no. of households536,727
Y-o-y change in no. of households0.6%
Renter households in Dallas312,083
Homeowner households in Dallas224,644
Households with mortgages in Dallas119,167
Median number of rooms (all housing units)4.4
Average apartment size (sq. ft.)858
Average home size (sq. ft.)1,591
Average apartment rent$1,592
Median home value$398,800
Working from home (% of total working population)10.5%

Self storage for residential clients: key facts and figures about the Dallas 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 Dallas 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.

Dallas is home to 312,083 renters and 224,644 homeowners. The average apartment size in Dallas is 858 sq. ft. and the average Dallas home size is 1,591 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.

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.