Browse 130 storage facilities for the best storage units in and around Elgin, IL

Elgin, IL, facilities offer non-climate-controlled self storage

Non-climate-controlled units are among the most common type of units and Elgin is no exception. People typically store things such as plastic lawn furniture, kitchen items and gardening tools in this kind of unit. Many of them can be accessed by driving up to them. Some facilities also offer indoor units that require entering the facility building to access them. Smaller units, such as lockers, are also offered by storage facilities, providing storage for smaller objects.

Rent for a non-climate-controlled storage unit is about $105/month in Elgin.

Climate-controlled self storage options in Elgin, IL

If you plan to store furniture, appliances, clothing, documents and other items that are sensitive to temperature and heat, then a climate-controlled unit is the best option for you.

Elgin has about 7 self storage facilities that provide climate-controlled units.

Rates for a climate-controlled storage unit in Elgin range around $117/month.

Vehicle storage in Elgin, IL, helps residents keep their garages uncluttered

Many families own vehicles they don't use daily – an extra car, a motorcycle or an ATV. Keeping these vehicles in your garage at home can create problems with space and access. There are about 11,010 homes in Elgin with registered vehicles, which means that vehicle storage needs are complex, and there's a need for extra space.

Check out one of the 2 facilities in Elgin that are providing vehicle storage units where you can store your additional vehicles long-term or short-term, as needed.

A vehicle storage unit in Elgin costs around $98 per month.

Self storage makes moving to Elgin, IL, a breeze

Attracted by job opportunities and the great lifestyle it caters to, 11,905 people moved here in 2021, based on U.S. Census data. Elgin numbers close to 114,156 people, a 1.87% change year-over-year.

Compared to 10 years ago, Elgin's population grew 4.24%.

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

Numbers are total population figures in Elgin, IL, as per the U.S. Census.

Self storage supports the Elgin, IL, housing market

The Elgin housing market is made up of 30% renters and 70% homeowners, and about 3% of adults in Illinois are living in multigenerational homes. Homes in Elgin come with 2 bedrooms more commonly than with any other configuration. If you're looking to maximize living space in your home, you can keep bulky and seasonal items in a storage unit.

An apartment in Elgin offers 891 sq. ft. on average. If you're looking to maximize living space in your home, you can keep bulky and seasonal items in a storage unit.

Moreover, if you're a homeowner and you wish to engage in some type of home improvement project, self storage can also lend a helping hand. To assist you during the renovation time – which can take months – the contents of a room, or any items close to the construction site, can sit in a storage unit until the project is done to prevent cluttering your home even more.

Self storage for college students in Elgin, IL

Elgin has a long academic tradition, hosting thousands of students throughout the school year. There are 3 colleges and universities in Elgin. Their students most likely need a place to temporarily store their belongings, especially during holidays when most go back home. Fortunately, there are several self storage facilities in Elgin located near the campuses, where students can keep their belongings safely over summer or other school breaks.