Search for storage units near me in San Mateo, CA with every marketplace and local operator in one search. Compare prices, climate control, and promos across hundreds of facilities — in seconds. We found 6 storage units near you — sorted by price, distance, and rating below.
Market estimates combine local facility listings, public map data, and US Census context for California. Verify final pricing with the facility before reserving.
Estimated monthly rates based on market medians for California. Actual prices vary by facility — click through for current rates.
| Unit size | Standard | Climate |
|---|---|---|
| 5×5Fits a closet — boxes & small items | $81/mo | $116/mo |
| 5×10Fits a small bedroom | $134/mo | $129/mo |
| 5×15Fits 1 bedroom + extras | $167/mo | $197/mo |
| 10×10Fits 1–2 bedrooms | $172/mo | $255/mo |
| 10×15Fits 2–3 bedrooms | $240/mo | $375/mo |
| 10×20Fits 3–4 bedrooms or small garage | $321/mo | $376/mo |
| 10×25Fits 4–5 bedrooms | $371/mo | $524/mo |
| 10×30Fits full garage / small warehouse | $477/mo | $520/mo |
A lot of storage sites make you trade your contact information for basic answers, then the calls, texts, and emails start a few minutes later. This page is built the other way around: check prices, unit sizes, climate control, ratings, and direct facility links first, then decide who deserves a call.
The lowest visible estimate in this snapshot starts near $58/mo at All American Self Storage San Mateo. Treat that as a comparison point, then check the ongoing rate after promos, required insurance, admin fees, and lock costs.
We currently show 5 facilities with climate-control signals in San Mateo. Compare climate control if you are storing electronics, wood furniture, photos, paperwork, instruments, leather, or anything that would be painful to replace. It costs more, but damage costs more than the monthly upgrade.
For boxes, seasonal decor, dorm items, or a small bedroom, start with a 5x5 or 5x10. In San Mateo, our estimates put 5x10 standard storage around $134/mo and climate-controlled 5x10 storage around $129/mo before facility-specific promos.
A 10x10 is the usual starting point for apartment moves, while 10x20 and 10x30 units are closer to garage-sized storage. We show 2 San Mateo facilities with drive-up signals. That can make a big difference when you are moving heavy furniture or visiting the unit often.
For boats, trailers, RVs, and extra vehicles, compare parking-sized storage, gate hours, security, aisle width, and whether the facility offers outdoor, covered, or enclosed options. Search nearest-first, then confirm vehicle rules directly before reserving.
Use local prices as a shortlist, not the whole decision. In this estimate set, 10x10 standard storage is around $172/mo and climate-controlled 10x10 storage is around $255/mo before promos, admin fees, locks, taxes, and required insurance.
Start with a shortlist before calling around. These San Mateo storage facilities stand out by review signals, price estimates, and available facility details, then the full local list continues below.
San Mateo, CA
San Mateo, CA
San Mateo, CA
San Mateo, CA
San Mateo, CA
San Mateo, CA
San Mateo, CA supports a storage market shaped by its population of roughly 103,105 residents. Whether you're relocating within California, making room at home, or storing seasonal gear, the local facility mix in San Mateo includes both national operators and independent, family-run storage businesses.
In San Mateo, CA, storage demand is driven heavily by families moving between homes, seasonal needs (boats, RVs, holiday items), and households making room as kids grow up or move out. Local small businesses — contractors, caterers, e-commerce sellers — often rent units as low-cost warehouse space. Expect most facilities to offer a mix of indoor climate-controlled units and outdoor drive-up storage, with the cheapest rates at facilities outside the main commercial corridors.
San Mateo, CA enjoys a mild Mediterranean climate — dry summers, wet but moderate winters. Storage here is generally low-stress on contents, which means standard (non-climate) storage is acceptable for most household goods, tools, and seasonal items. Climate control is still recommended for electronics, fine art, musical instruments, or anything you'd consider irreplaceable. Coastal air can carry a bit more salt/moisture than inland, so facilities farther from the water tend to be drier.
Storage in San Mateo, CA is a competitive local market — in many parts of the city you'll find multiple facilities within a few miles of each other. That's good for you as a renter: you can comparison-shop instead of taking the first quote. When evaluating, weigh the obvious (price, distance from your home) against the less-obvious (gate hours, whether the unit is ground-floor or requires an elevator, month-to-month vs. minimum-term contracts, and whether the quoted price is the ongoing rate or a first-month promo that bumps up on month 2). In a city of 103,105, you'll typically find 5–15 storage facilities within a 10-mile radius, plus additional options in neighboring towns.
Storage shopping in San Mateo is easier when you compare first and contact facilities only after you have a shortlist. Use this page to scan prices, reviews, climate-control availability, drive-up access, and gate features without filling out lead forms or opening ten tabs.
Prices shown are estimates based on market medians. Actual rates, availability, and amenities are set by each facility — verify before reserving. Storage Units Near Me may earn a commission when you book through a partner link, at no extra cost to you.
