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Public Storage - 947 West Van Buren Street, Chicago, IL 60607

Self Storage 50 - 150 Sq. Ft.
4.6/5 - 411 Reviews
Location:
947 West Van Buren Street, Chicago, IL 60607
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Units Availability
Small Storage Unit
10x8
Self Storage
80 Sq. Ft.
Elevator Access
Roll-Up
$163/mo
Small Storage Unit
10x7.5
Self Storage
75 Sq. Ft.
Climate-Controlled
Elevator
Roll-Up
$166/mo
Small Storage Unit
8x10
Self Storage
80 Sq. Ft.
Climate-Controlled
Elevator
Roll-Up
$168/mo
Small Storage Unit
7.5x10
Self Storage
75 Sq. Ft.
Climate-Controlled
Elevator
Roll-Up
$175/mo
Small Storage Unit
5x10
Self Storage
50 Sq. Ft.
Climate-Controlled
Elevator
Swing
$146/mo
Medium Storage Unit
10x15
Self Storage
150 Sq. Ft.
Roll-Up
First Floor Access
$288/mo
Medium Storage Unit
10x10
Self Storage
100 Sq. Ft.
Climate-Controlled
Elevator
Roll-Up
$295 - $307/mo
Medium Storage Unit
8.5x15
Self Storage
128 Sq. Ft.
Elevator Access
Roll-Up
$233/mo

Amenities

  • Climate-Controlled
  • Indoor
  • Retail Available
  • Onsite Manager
  • Contactless Renting
  • Security Camera
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Elevators
  • First Floor Access
  • Multi-Level Storage
  • Online Payment

What customers are saying

4.6/5 - 411 Reviews

Read some helpful reviews of Public Storage at 947 West Van Buren Street, shared by real renters with genuine experiences and honest opinions.

Anthony K. - 25 February 2026
Brittany helped me out a lot with all of my questions on my move in day to put my mind at ease. Very kind and informative while keeping a professional demeanor. They provided a lock at a hefty price to get me started but the refund process was simple and documented. I'm happy to have left the huge increases I was receiving at extra space storage. ... Read more
James P. - 24 February 2026
(1 Star) - Classic Bait and Switch - 947 W Van Buren St, Chicago Do not fall for the low introductory rates. . Less than five months later, they jacked my rate up to $255/month. In which they told me i was locked in until i change it. When I sent a formal complaint to their corporate office, they completely ignored it and just sent me an automated bill for the new amount. This is their business model: get you in with a reasonable rate, wait until you've moved all your stuff in, then hike the price because they know it's a hassle to move everything out. They're banking on you just paying it. I'm now filing complaints with the Illinois Attorney General and the BBB. Save yourself the headache and use a different storage company. Or at minimum, be prepared for your rate to nearly double within months of signing up. ... Read more
Michael M. - 17 February 2026
I moved into a unit yesterday, Sept. 4, 2025. George was incredibly professional, helpful and knowledgeable. What began as a stressful moving day quickly turned around thanks to his pleasant demeanor and support. ... Read more
Fletcher S. - 5 September 2025
Brittany has helped us a lot. She is very nice and patient. Thanks!!! But I had to pay 1 month for 5 days without using the storage cause of a missunderstanding. I think that they could do something else. ... Read more
Jordi H. - 26 August 2025
If you’re looking for a public storage you can trust, makes you feel comfortable about your things and has easy access - this is a prime choice, you won’t regret it. And if you get the opportunity to work with Brittany, consider yourself lucky - she is a pleasure to work and communicate with. ... Read more
George G. - 21 August 2025
Besides working to maintain a clean space, the remainder of the services at this location are pretty poor. The small lift / elevator at the front door was broken (the latch and corresponding limit switch wouldn’t engage and the left would not respond) and the one attendant was only able to tell me “we know about it”, refuses to provide any timetable for repair. One of the docks was being taken by someone that was just parking there all day without doing any packing or unpacking of their car while also the outside dock door was broken. Again attendant refused to provide any support. I’m assuming they make so much money being centrally located in a city that it’s unnecessary to provide service or maintain the key parts of the building. I’d recommend finding a different location. ... Read more
Mike A. - 30 July 2025
I have had good experience at this (947 W Va n Buren) Public Storage location. I bought a good amount of packaging supplies from this location, at a reasonable price. A huge shout-out to Brittany, she is the staff member at this location. Brittany has been courteous and helpful on getting quotes, and for all other packaging supply availability, I bought at this location. ... Read more
Bronx B. - 28 July 2025
Greg W. - 24 July 2025
Sara K. - 12 March 2025
Ron W. - 6 February 2025
Nestor L. - 15 January 2025
Pawan A. - 29 December 2024
This storage renting experience was my very 1st and I can easily say this Public Storage facility has earned my trust and business. Brittany was the staff member who handled y rental from start to finish and was amazing! ... Read more
Derek C. - 4 November 2024

Overview

Located at 947 West Van Buren Street in the heart of Chicago’s bustling West Loop neighborhood, this Public Storage facility offers convenient storage solutions for those navigating the area's high-density living and dynamic urban lifestyle. With small and medium unit sizes available, it's well-suited for apartment dwellers, students, and professionals looking for a secure space to store their belongings.

This facility provides climate-controlled units, a vital feature given Chicago's fluctuating weather conditions, ensuring your items are safeguarded against heat, cold, and humidity. The indoor access and elevators make moving items in and out seamless, while the availability of first-floor access adds an extra layer of convenience. For added security and peace of mind, the property is equipped with security cameras and benefits from an onsite manager.

Renters will appreciate the flexible options, such as contactless renting and online payment, which simplify the leasing process. The facility also offers packing and moving supplies through its retail availability, making it a one-stop shop for your self-storage needs. Ideal for residents and businesses in the West Loop, this Public Storage facility blends convenience, security, and flexibility.

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Frequently Asked Questions

There is a wide array of amenities available for the storage units that Public Storage - 947 West Van Buren Street has to offer. These amenities include Climate-Controlled, Indoor, Retail Available, Onsite Manager, Contactless Renting, Security Camera, Credit Cards Accepted, Elevators, First Floor Access, Multi-Level Storage 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 storage units offered by Public Storage - 947 West Van Buren Street can satisfy all of your storage needs. Different sizes here range from 50 to 150 square feet. You can go for smaller units if you don't have a lot of items to store, while choosing a larger space is recommended in case you need to store a lot of furniture, bigger items or even vehicles.

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.

Storage units offered by Public Storage - 947 West Van Buren Street come at a variety of prices, starting from $146 per month for typically smaller units. However, larger spaces can set you back up to $307 a month.

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!