Public Storage - 120 McKinley Street, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

4.8/5 - 248 Reviews
Location:
120 McKinley Street, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
Office hours:
  • Mon-Fri: 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Sat-Sun: 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Public Storage - 120 McKinley Street, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

  • Climate-Controlled

    Protect belongings from temperature changes and humidity

  • Indoor

    Units are located indoors for added protection and convenience

  • Drive-Up Access

    Drive directly up to your unit for easy loading and unloading

    Not sure which size you need? Check our size guide to find the perfect fit.
    10x9 Self Storage 90 Sq. Ft.
    Climate-Controlled Elevator Roll-Up
    $160/mo
    5x10 Self Storage 50 Sq. Ft.
    Climate-Controlled Elevator Roll-Up
    $85/mo
    5x10 Self Storage 50 Sq. Ft.
    Climate-Controlled Elevator Swing
    $83/mo
    5x5 Self Storage 25 Sq. Ft.
    Climate-Controlled Elevator Swing
    $69/mo
    5x5 Self Storage 25 Sq. Ft.
    Climate-Controlled Swing First Floor Access
    $69/mo
    10x15 Self Storage 150 Sq. Ft.
    Climate-Controlled Roll-Up First Floor Access
    $306/mo
    10x15 Self Storage 150 Sq. Ft.
    Climate-Controlled Elevator Roll-Up
    $227/mo
    10x10 Self Storage 100 Sq. Ft.
    Climate-Controlled Roll-Up First Floor Access
    $200/mo
    10x10 Self Storage 100 Sq. Ft.
    Climate-Controlled Elevator Roll-Up
    $164/mo
    10x20 Self Storage 200 Sq. Ft.
    Climate-Controlled Roll-Up First Floor Access
    $361/mo
    10x20 Self Storage 200 Sq. Ft.
    Climate-Controlled Elevator Roll-Up
    $298 - $385/mo
    No units are currently available.

    Amenities & features

    • Climate-Controlled
    • Indoor
    • Drive-Up Access
    • Retail Available
    • Onsite Manager
    • Contactless Renting
    • Security Camera
    • Gate
    • Parking
    • Elevators
    • First Floor Access
    • Multi-Level Storage
    • Online Payment

    Customer reviews

    4.8/5
    Average rating
    248
    Number of reviews

    Read some helpful reviews of Public Storage, shared by real renters with genuine experiences and honest opinions.

    mindy k. - 6 July 2026
    I recommend anyone that's looking for a storage location to choose this Public Storage. Ask for Eboni. She's very professional. Eboni helped my family & i. We came in okay and left with such a positive mind. Thank you Eboni again!. ... Read more
    Steven P. - 4 March 2026
    Incredibly predatory storage rate increases. I had a unit for 1 year and they started ~40% increases in rent EVERY 6 MONTHS when I hit having my storage unit for 1 year. 2 years in for a 10x10 they are charging $280 a month for a 10x10 that was originally a little under $100 eith the teaser rate. Attempts to negotiate with them were met with a whole bunch of fake I understand how you feel this is what the policy is ect despite an identical 10x10 having a teaser rate of $90 on their website. If you are planning on renting more than 6 months avoid public storage like the plague. There is a reason they sre worth 53 billion as a company. Included is a picture of the rate increases you will get every 6 months if you use this company. Also despite having the obvious capability, they charge an extra $30 for you to access the storage unit at 9pm despite obviously being able to offer it for everyone at no extea charge. Attached is a screenshot showing that any my previous rate before they jack it up Lastly I am guessing certain modt of the reviews for this place are falsified. I have had a unit for 2 years and haven't never seen a public storage employee. This is a storage facility not a customer service desk yet every review mentions an employee who helped them out with something. Very fishy ... Read more
    Kyle K. - 26 February 2026
    I can’t say enough amazing things about this storage facility! From the moment I walked in, the level of professionalism and kindness was next level. The entire property is spotless and not just “looks clean,” but consistently being cleaned. Every time I was there, I saw the employee actively maintaining the space and helping customers with a smile. Customer service like this is rare. They were incredibly accommodating, patient, and genuinely cared about making the experience easy and stress-free. You can tell they take pride in what they do, and it shows in every detail. Highly, highly recommend! ... Read more
    Carmen G. - 23 February 2026
    Liz, the property manager at Public Storage, is absolutely amazing! From the moment I walked in, she was professional, patient, and genuinely helpful. She took the time to explain everything clearly, answered all my questions, and made the whole rental process smooth and stress-free. The property is clean, well-maintained, and secure — you can tell she really cares about keeping everything in top shape. Great customer service is hard to find, but Liz goes above and beyond. If you need storage, I highly recommend this location. Ask for Liz! ... Read more
    Christopher D. - 12 February 2026
    I am writing to share my positive experience with Public Storage and, specifically, to commend the excellent service provided by Bernise. Bernise was incredibly helpful and thorough throughout our interaction. She took the time to answer all of my questions and addressed every concern I had regarding my unit with great patience. I truly appreciate her assistance and professionalism. Because of this experience, I look forward to renting a storage unit at the South Plainfield location. Please share my gratitude with Bernise for her hard work! ... Read more
    Sandra D. - 11 February 2026
    Quneeta T. - 8 February 2026
    This is a wonderful storage facility. It's very clean, and the process has been fantastic with them. Cynthia has been absolutely awesome throughout my time at Public Storage! I would highly recommend this facility. If I do need storage again, this is the location I will be choosing. ... Read more
    Michael V. - 29 October 2025
    Cynthia has an excellent style of assisting customers with their challenges on the property or via phone. Her friendly demeanor and professionalism is a very assuring trait of hers. Thank you for helping! Jorge ... Read more
    J M. - 22 October 2025
    Cynthia was AMAZING! Kind, professional, informative, extremely helpful, wonderful personality, I could go on and on with how terrific she made my experience with Public Storage. We need more Cynthia’s in this world!! Especially when it comes to interacting with customer service representatives. Public Storage should be GRATEFUL to have such a great woman representing them!!! ... Read more
    michele c. - 22 October 2025
    Gio M. - 22 September 2025
    Cynthia was absolutely amazing throughout the entire storage unit process! From the moment I walked in, she was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. She made everything so smooth and easy to understand, answering all of my questions with patience and a great attitude. Cynthia’s customer service was top-notch — she made me feel confident and well taken care of. You can tell she truly cares about her customers. Highly recommend working with her if you’re considering this storage facility! ... Read more
    Amanda R. - 18 September 2025
    Needed an outside space for my additional storage. Cynthia ,the lady who helped me earlier in getting one storage unit, constantly followed up and updated me. I had an outstanding experience with CYNTHIA who helped me to secure the additional storage unit.Her friendly attitude and attention to detail made the entire process smooth.and stress free. Thank you CYNTHIA ... Read more
    Bangarraju P. - 29 August 2025
    Cynthia, the short Hispanic female manager, at south Plainfield helped my brother out and did an amazing job facilitating an emergency he had. We are very gracious to have her help us. We will be customers for life. ... Read more
    fes i. - 5 August 2025
    Tanisha H. - 3 August 2025
    Cynthia is an amazing hard worker.. she’s kind …understanding and she loves her job. Cynthia is a joy to be around. She runs the entire storage Facility and she does it well. Cynthia always has a smile on her face and always ready to help..you guys are lucky to have her on your staff. Cynthia definitely deserves a raise and a vacation.. If I own a business I would hire her in a second. Thank you for having such an amazing woman on your staff. Shimako Miyoshi Vizcarra ... Read more
    Unstoppable S. - 2 August 2025
    Cynthia was tremendous. She’s such a great asset if it wasn’t for her I would’ve never gotten to to make going into my storage unit and it is easy as it is now and it’s really helping me out a lot. She’s definitely a great asset to you and she should be considered a valued employee so I think she should be committed for that thank you. ... Read more
    Jeff P. - 20 June 2025
    Overall, very pleased with my storage unit! The facility is clean and convenient to navigate! Cynthia helped my mom and I tremendously when signing up for a space last minute. She was very thorough, efficient and highly knowledgeable! Definitely recommend this Public Storage! ... Read more
    Liliana M. - 16 June 2025
    Keta P. - 8 April 2025
    First, when I didn’t understand why I was being charged for a lock at the end of the online arrangement, I went in the store. The lady was nice enough and explained about the lock and if I had my own, they would adjust my account and I asked about the insurance. I asked her to complete my transaction b/c I couldn’t pull it up correctly on my phone in the store. When she got to the end, she said she needed a physical credit card to complete and when I didn’t have it she said have a nice day… it was my friend who said can you still complete it from when you did it on line and I was able to complete it. Then I get to the storage and I literally was given the worse storage unit. I am a single female and was given an end unit too far into the storage and to me not conducive to the safety of a single female. Then the unit inside has like a separation b/t the wall and unit just thinking anything could crawl into the unit!! And lastly they had to force someone’s lock off the unit and where you put the lock is all bent out of shape and the new lock kinda has to be pushed to get it in. This alone would not have bothered me but everything together makes this not my best experience with this place. This is my experience which I am not very happy about!!! ... Read more
    Valencia O. - 6 April 2025
    Signing up with Cynthia was such a pleasure. She took us around, showed us how everything worked and got us the unit we were looking for. A seamless transaction. She explained everything so well. Can't say enough good things about Cynthia! My only feedback regarding the storage facility is that they need to have more carts to move your stuff. We of course, have to come on the weekend and there just aren't enough carts. We waiting for quite a while, 45 minutes, we one to be available. Please consider having more available and possibly a sign up for other users to return as soon as they are done so others can use them. ... Read more
    Lynda C. - 6 February 2025
    Cynthia was amazing. I had been searching for a 10x10 unit for over a month, and just when I thought I wouldn't find one, she called me and rented it out to me. Great customer service. If you're in need of a spot, I highly recommend seeing Cynthia at the South Plainfield location. ... Read more
    Fabio S. - 28 January 2025
    Cynthia G was very helpful during my rental space ... She was quick and patient very kind With her smiley face. .. honestly I went to check the room size. She help me lots. & Agree to rent same day. Great customer service. God bless .. ... Read more
    Jayesh S. - 3 December 2024

    About this facility

    Located at 120 McKinley Street in South Plainfield, NJ, this Public Storage facility offers a variety of unit sizes, including small, medium, and large options. Whether you’re decluttering your home, needing extra space for business inventory, or preparing for a move, this facility has flexible storage options to suit your needs.

    Designed with convenience and protection in mind, this facility provides climate-controlled units, ideal for safeguarding sensitive items from New Jersey's seasonal temperature fluctuations. Storage features include indoor access, elevators, and first-floor access, making it easy to load and unload your belongings. For added convenience, the drive-up access allows you to park directly in front of your unit. Security is a priority at this property, with a gated entrance, security cameras, and an onsite manager ensuring peace of mind.

    Other benefits include contactless renting for a hassle-free experience, parking for vehicles, and the availability of moving supplies on-site. With its range of features and convenient location, this Public Storage facility is an excellent choice for individuals and businesses in South Plainfield and nearby areas.

    Price comparison

    See how this facility's unit prices compare to others in South Plainfield, broken down by size.

    Small $93/mo
    Location minimum Location maximum
    $42/mo $160/mo
    Medium $224/mo
    Location minimum Location maximum
    $132/mo $306/mo
    Large $330/mo
    Location minimum Location maximum
    $226/mo $361/mo

    Location & walkability

    This storage facility is in an area with moderate walkability and some public transit options. A personal vehicle may be needed for certain trips.

    34

    out of 100

    Walk Score

    Car-Dependent

    Most errands require a car

    20

    out of 100

    Transit Score

    Minimal Transit

    It is possible to get on a bus

    34

    out of 100

    Bike Score

    Somewhat Bikeable

    Minimal bike infrastructure

    Walk Score®: 34, Transit Score®: 20, Bike Score®: 34

    Neighborhood highlights

    Located near shopping, car wash stations, and other local conveniences, this storage facility helps you make the most of every visit.

    • QuickChek

      Services 0.08 miles

    • QuickChek

      Grocery Stores 0.1 miles

    • Plainfield Curling Club

      Recreation & Entertainment 0.11 miles

    • McDonald's

      Food & Drinks 0.12 miles

    • Spice Palace

      Food & Drinks 0.37 miles

    • Coppola's Garden Center

      Shopping 0.63 miles

    • New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission

      Services 0.67 miles

    • South Plainfield Municipal Court

      Services 0.68 miles

    • Dick's Sporting Goods

      Shopping 0.69 miles

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The right storage unit size depends on what you plan to store and how much space you need to move around your items.

    5x5 or 5x10 units are great for smaller loads, such as chairs, lamps, small furniture pieces, boxes, books, and documents.

    10x10 or 10x15 units work well for larger furniture, bicycles, appliances, and the contents of a small apartment.

    10x20 or 10x30 units can typically fit the contents of a three-bedroom home, including large furniture and multiple appliances.

    If you’re unsure which size is best, a unit size calculator can help estimate the right fit based on the items you’re planning to store – helping you avoid paying for more space than you need.

    Climate-controlled storage units maintain consistent temperature and humidity levels, helping protect items from damage caused by heat, cold, or excess moisture.

    You may want climate control if you’re storing items that can be sensitive to temperature changes, such as furniture, clothing, appliances, paperwork, photographs, artwork, electronics, or wood and leather goods. These units are especially useful for long-term storage or in areas with hot summers, cold winters, or high humidity.

    If you’re storing durable items like tools or outdoor gear, a standard unit may be sufficient. When in doubt, climate control offers added protection and peace of mind.

    The facility at 120 McKinley Street is accessible during regular access hours, typically Mon-Fri: 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sat-Sun: 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Office hours and gate access times may differ, so it’s a good idea to check the facility’s posted schedule before your visit.

    To open your storage unit door, start by unlocking it, whether it uses a traditional padlock or a Bluetooth-enabled smart lock. Once unlocked, grab the bottom handle and lift or pull up the roll-up door until it’s fully open.

    If you’re using the unit for the first time, make sure the lock is properly removed before opening the door to avoid damage.

    Security helps protect your belongings while they’re in storage and gives you peace of mind between visits. Many self storage facilities use a combination of features such as video surveillance, gated access, on-site management, and well-lit premises to help deter unauthorized access.

    At Public Storage - 120 McKinley Street, available security amenities may include Security Camera, Gate, Onsite Manager, designed to help keep your items protected.

    Yes, most standard vehicles can be stored in self storage units. A 10x20 unit typically provides enough space for a car, while outdoor or designated parking areas may be available for larger vehicles.

    For safety reasons, most self storage facilities restrict certain items. These commonly include:

    • Hazardous, flammable, or toxic materials
    • Perishable food
    • Live plants or animals
    • Cash, firearms, or irreplaceable valuables

    Always check with the facility at 120 McKinley Street for specific restrictions and recommendations.

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