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Stuf Storage - 521 16th Street, Oakland, CA 94612

Self Storage
3.4/5 - 14 Reviews
(833) 380-7883
Location:
521 16th Street, Oakland, CA 94612
Unit size details are currently not available for this property. Please the property operator for details about available units.

Amenities

  • Indoor
  • Onsite Manager
  • Security Camera
  • Online Payment

What customers are saying

3.4/5 - 14 Reviews

Read some helpful reviews of Stuf Storage at 521 16th Street, shared by real renters with genuine experiences and honest opinions.

I've rented storage for over a year now and would strongly recommend avoiding this place. Fees will automatically increase after about a year. I've been locked out of storage during regular hours - currently waiting over an hour for someone to come by and fix the digital lock to the front entrance of the facility. And the ceiling light in my unit shut off several months ago - so I can't properly organize my space and things. I've also experienced ceiling leaks during rainy weather on multiple occasions. I've both emailed and called customer service and have been told these issues would be addressed, and they have not. Absolutely stay away. UPDATE (10/6): Stuf moved me into a smaller unit at the same monthly cost and gave me a nine month 15% discount to account for the time I waited for the issues to be resolved. The new unit has good lighting and no apparent leaks. Unfortunately, several items in my old unit were damaged by water and mold and had to be thrown away. I'm glad for the workable resolution and I decided to stay because the location is safe (on a quiet block) and convenient (next to 19th Street BART). I also want to note that Kendahl on their team was excellent throughout this process - responsive, helpful, and professional. ... Read more
Andy W. - 6 October 2025
I've rented storage for over a year now and would strongly recommend avoiding this place. Fees will automatically increase after about a year. I've been locked out of storage during regular hours - currently waiting over an hour for someone to come by and fix the digital lock to the front entrance of the facility. And the ceiling light in my unit shut off several months ago - so I can't properly organize my space and things. I've also experienced ceiling leaks during rainy weather on multiple occasions. I've both emailed and called customer service and have been told these issues would be addressed, and they have not. Absolutely stay away. ... Read more
Andy W. - 17 August 2025
I was assisted with making a reservation last minute by Meagan Weld at the call center. She was very helpful detailed and patient with all my questions. I was able to make it the facility almost by 5pm and was assisted by Magdalene Brown the property manager. She walked me through the facility and gave me the rundown. I was impressed and signed the contract to start the same day instead of the next day which would be Sat. Rates were amazing and I was assured they wouldn’t have any major increases ever 6 months like extra space storage. ... Read more
Max A. - 26 July 2025
Easy to move in but was very surprised by the email sent 12/23/24 that they’re shutting the storage facility down by 1/31/25. Though it’s close to BART, definitely some drawbacks since there’s no ramp and parking is not that convenient. Too bad. It was pretty great. ... Read more
Susie Q. - 27 January 2025
This storage is not worth it anymore. Here are the reasons. 1. There is no parking in front of the building. it is reserved for fire department. 2. The pricing is non-transparent. I started with one price and then they came up with additional fees. 3. The digital key is unreliable. More than once I had to call the support to ask a person to open the door or had to turn around because there was no access. 4. Their support is unprofessional and rude. 5. The ultimate and most important reason for which I will be moving out and requesting a refund for the services (or processing a chargeback with my bank)- with NO advance notice they changed their operation hours from 24/7 to 8 am to 8 pm. Not only it is inconvenient, it is unacceptable to do it with no notice whatsoever. ... Read more
Olga L. - 29 June 2024
We've had a great experience so far when the Stuf storage in downtown Oakland. The remote customer service is responsive good at problem solving. Alerted us right away when we had accidentally left our unit unsecured. Sent maintenance out right away when someone had locked the new unit we were moving into. Other customers we've met their are all very nice . Not all units are equally well lit, so I'm going to reach out to customer service to see if there's anything we can do to get more light in our space. ... Read more
Katie H. - 29 November 2023
This location is the basement of a co-working space. Overall happy with this storage unit. It's convienent that it's tech enabled. The downside is the location doesn't have parking, only yellow and red curbs, I'd like for them to supply more dollys to move things, and the elevator shuts after a couple seconds. My stuff has been safe/clean which is most important. ... Read more
Sam R. - 6 December 2022
Stuf is the ideal self-storage facility. The 24/7 access is incredibly convenient for me, as I am often busy during traditional working hours. I like that I can easily stop by to pick up and/or drop off whatever I need to from my storage unit whenever I want. The facility is well-protected, as you need to use the Stuf app to unlock the door into the building, and there are multiple security cameras where the units are located. Setting up my unit was very straightforward, and the Stuf team was incredibly responsive and efficient. There are dollies available to move your items if need be and the units are climate-controlled, which is especially important during these hotter summer months. I initially planned on just keeping my storage unit for a few months, but I will probably stay with Stuf for much longer just because of how much I have loved the experience. ... Read more
L H. - 28 May 2022

Overview

Located at 521 16th Street in Oakland, CA, this Stuf Storage facility offers small storage units that are perfect for those needing a bit of extra space in the city. Whether you're decluttering, storing seasonal items, or making room in a compact urban apartment, these units can help you stay organized.

All units are indoor, providing reliable protection from Oakland's coastal weather, keeping your items safe from exposure to temperature shifts and humidity. The property is monitored by a security camera system, offering peace of mind for renters, while an onsite manager ensures the facility is well-maintained and customer-focused.

Convenience is emphasized with online payment options, making it simple to manage your rental without unnecessary trips. This facility is ideal for busy professionals or residents in the downtown Oakland area looking for a safe, central location to store their belongings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

There is a wide array of amenities available for the storage units that Stuf Storage - 521 16th Street has to offer. These amenities include Indoor, Onsite Manager, Security Camera and Online Payment. Most of these amenities can prove to be very useful depending on what you need to store. For example, climate-controlled units can come in handy for keeping sensitive items, drive-up access can make your loading and unloading process easier, and extra security measures will ensure your items are kept safe at all times.

The unit size that you should choose obviously depends on how much stuff you need to store. On the one hand, you should think of smaller units (5'x5' or 5'x10') as closets – they can be used to store chairs, lamps, moving boxes and sports equipment, along with smaller pieces of furniture, books and documents.

On the other hand, the 10'x10' and 10'x15' spaces are good for storing larger items of furniture, bicycles and a larger number of possessions. If you need even more space, then 10'x20' and 10'x30' units can easily accommodate the contents of an entire 3- or 4-bedroom house.

We know that when it comes to self storage, there is nothing more important than quickness and accessibility. Drive-up access is an extremely convenient amenity, as you can park your vehicle right next to your unit, making it significantly easier to load and unload the items you will use storage for. However, drive-up storage units tend to be outdoors, so you might consider indoor storage spaces with climate control if you're looking to keep temperature-sensitive items in peak condition.

Yes, you might, depending on what you need to put in storage. Climate-controlled spaces keep temperatures and humidity levels consistent all the time, which means they are perfect for storing sensitive items. Seeing that a whole host of things can be damaged by varying temperatures and excessive moisture, many people choose to rent climate-controlled units for personal items such as documents, photographs, paintings, collectibles, electronics, wooden furniture, antiques and even vehicles. If you're looking to store such items that are valuable to you, consider renting a climate-controlled unit!