Student Storage
Self Storage for College and University Students
Heading to college is often a major life transition, even for those going to school close to home. Between meeting new people from around the world, engaging in classes that are both harder and more interesting than ever before, getting involved with on-campus organizations, and trying to figure out what the rest of your life looks like, it doesn’t feel like there’s much time to worry about mundane things like what you’ll do with all the stuff in your dorm for the summer. At Mini Mall Storage we believe it’s our job to help ease that burden so you can focus on what matters during one of the most exciting times of your life!
Why Should You Use a Storage Unit? Convenience for Dorm Residents
It’s a fact of life that if you’re not taking summer courses in North American colleges and universities that you’re going to need to find somewhere to put your things during that time. For those that live close to home it tends to be a little easier, but packing up the car with a massive pile of clothes, bedding, electronics, decorations, kitchen supplies, and everything else you need to live throughout the year can be overwhelming for those that go to school further from home.
Lack of Space
One of the biggest problems with college dorms is that most are a little cozier in terms of space than what you’re used to. The average dorm room is 130-150 square feet typically shared with a roommate. With a storage unit, you’ll be able to add to that significantly, depending on your needs. With a roommate there’s always the chance of having extras of an item, so having a storage unit is a great way to save space and cut down on redundancy.
Distance from Home
The median college student lives about 94 miles from home, meaning it’s more than just a quick trip when you need something that doesn’t fit in the limited space of your dorm room or nearby apartment. When it’s time to head home for the summer, you’re also going to need space for all the dorm room items you have no use for at home, like those twin xl sheets. With self storage, it’ll already be there waiting for you when you get back from break!
Lack of Parking on Campus
We have yet to meet a college student who felt their university had enough parking (ours didn’t, either) and somehow the two-mile hike from class to the parking spot you managed to find at the very back of an annex lot always feels like it’s uphill both ways. It makes you wonder why you’re paying your school for a required parking pass that’s nearly unusable. Some colleges and universities even have rules preventing underclassmen from having vehicles on campus, making getting around even harder – besides, where can you put your car when you aren’t able to drive it regularly? Your parents are definitely going to complain if you leave it in the driveway at home. That’s where Mini Mall Storage comes in to ease your many frustrations with student parking.
Vehicle storage is an important part of what we offer students. In addition to storage units big enough to fit some cars, many of our storage facilities also offer covered and uncovered vehicle parking spaces. Some are within easy walking distance of the nearest university.
Security for Your Belongings
At Mini Mall Storage we know one of the most important things students and all self storage renters look for is security for their belongings. You wouldn’t take the time to store your goods if they didn’t matter to you. That’s why each of our storage facilities comes equipped with a variety of security features!
While features vary per location, almost all of our storage facilities are fully fenced and gated with electronic keypad access through a personal 4-digit code that tracks who enters and when. Our digital surveillance cameras placed throughout each property also keep an eye on things 24 hours a day – no dummy cameras. Our friendly local staff also do regular property walk-throughs to ensure nothing has been tampered with. Some of our locations have even more special features like remote gate access with the Storage Genie app (no need to put in your code, just drive right in) or individual storage unit alarms. Be sure to ask your Storage Specialist for more details on what their storage facility has to offer!
Types of Storage and Storage Resources
Like most college students, you’ve probably never rented self storage before and aren’t totally sure of what you need or how to go about getting it. No worries, we’re always here to help! We’ve got all the resources you need to learn about self storage and which solution is best for you.
Climate Control and Drive Up Storage Units
At Mini Mall Storage, most of our storage facilities offer climate control storage units, drive up storage units, or a mix of both, but what’s the difference? Drive up self storage units are the ultimate in convenience and provide the fastest loading and unloading experience because all you need to do is pull your vehicle up to your storage unit and unlock it to put in or get out everything you need. Climate Control storage units tend to be indoors because they keep your belongings within set temperature and humidity ranges year-round, making them ideal for sensitive items like electronics and appliances, vinyls, photographs, antiques, and more.
Size Guide, Storage Calculator, and Location Search
Now that you know about the types of storage unit we offer, we come to an even more important and difficult question that plagues even prior storage renters: what size storage unit do you need? Never fear, at Mini Mall Storage we’ve anticipated and solved this problem for you, too! Our size guide gives you a good general idea of how much each storage unit can fit, while our storage calculator helps you narrow it down even further by allowing you to select the items you’re storing to estimate the needed space.
Once you know what kind of self storage you need and what size your storage unit needs to be, you’re ready to figure out which of our convenient storage facilities is closest to you. Our location search allows you to easily find the nearest Mini Mall Storage facility and browse their available storage units, storage facility features, and frequently asked questions. Need more help? Give us a call or stop by one of our offices today! If you’re ready to rent, the process can be completed fully online.
- Self Storage Near East Tennessee State University (ETSU):
- Self Storage Near West Virginia University (WVU):
- Self Storage Near University of Memphis (U of M):
- Self Storage Near University of New Orleans (UNO):
- Self Storage Near St. Lawrence College & Cornwall Collegiate and Vocational School:
- Self Storage Near Marietta College (MC):
- Self Storage Near University of Arkansas (U of A):
- Self Storage Near University of Alberta (U of A):
- Self Storage Near Anderson University (AU):
- Self Storage Near University of Lethbridge (U of L):
- Self Storage Near Ohio University (OU):