Browse 147 storage facilities for the best storage units in and around Fort Lauderdale, FL

Storing non-sensitive items in non-climate-controlled self storage in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Non-climate-controlled units are the most common type of units and Fort Lauderdale is no exception. The majority of non-climate-controlled units are outdoor, making it easy to enjoy drive-up access to them. Small non-climate-controlled units called lockers can also help when you're looking to store a few smaller things. Whether you have sturdy outdoor furniture, kitchenware or gardening tools, they can all go in a non-climate-controlled unit until you need them again.

Pricing for a non-climate-controlled storage unit is around $147/month in Fort Lauderdale.

Climate-controlled self storage in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Climate-controlled storage units ensure constant temperature and humidity levels throughout the year, regardless of the weather outside. Thus, climate-controlled storage is the ideal solution for expensive and delicate belongings, including collectibles, electronics, antiques, artworks, expensive clothing and accessories.

There are around 32 climate-controlled facilities in Fort Lauderdale.

The monthly rate for a climate-controlled unit in Fort Lauderdale hovers around $170.

Vehicle storage in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Self storage facilities in Fort Lauderdale can also be used for storing other types of vehicles, such as cars you don't use on daily basis, motorcycles, ATVs, and so on. There are about 34,580 households with registered vehicles in Fort Lauderdale, which can satisfy the demand for extra vehicle storage space. Most people don't want to have their garages blocked by vehicles they use only occasionally, and a storage unit can help with that issue.

You can find 1 facility in Fort Lauderdale that offers units suitable for vehicle storage.

The monthly rate for vehicle storage in Fort Lauderdale hovers around $147.

Turning to self storage to ease moving to Fort Lauderdale, FL

Close to 30,833 people moved to Fort Lauderdale in 2021, according to U.S. Census data, with Fort Lauderdale boasting attractive employment opportunities and a great lifestyle. Fort Lauderdale's total population now amounts to 182,247 people, representing a 0.24% change year-over-year.

Compared to 10 years ago, Fort Lauderdale's population grew 8.89%.

Here's how the population of Fort Lauderdale changed over the last 10 years:

Numbers are total population figures in Fort Lauderdale, FL, as per the U.S. Census.

Fort Lauderdale, FL, housing market fundamentals generate self storage demand

Fort Lauderdale's residents have complex storage needs in their homes, due to a combination of factors, including the size of their living spaces, demographics and spending habits.

About 54% of Fort Lauderdale residents are homeowners and 46% are renters. Fort Lauderdale homes have 2 bedrooms more often than any other number of bedrooms.

People living in smaller homes or apartments might simply not have enough space at home for everything they own, hence the need for self storage. Also, large families, as well as multigenerational ones, often appeal to self storage to maintain a comfortable lifestyle in their homes.

College students can benefit from self storage

In Fort Lauderdale, there are 7 colleges and universities. If you're a college student here, you can also use self storage at the end of the academic year. Instead of moving all your belongings back home — which can be expensive and time-consuming — it's easier to put your things in a storage unit until the next academic year begins. Self storage presents the same type of advantage for international students as they don't need to bring their belongings back if they visit their home country for the summer.