How much does a storage unit cost in Los Angeles?

SpareFoot's August 2026 averages for the City of Los Angeles, across 1,159 units, put a 5x5 at $116.32 a month, a 5x10 at $151.91 and a 10x10 at $249.32. Area matters: a 10x10 averaged $215.30 in North Hollywood and $507.77 in Santa Monica. Ask what you'll pay after any first-month deal.

Updated September 27, 2026

Average monthly storage prices, City of Los Angeles (SpareFoot, updated Aug 1, 2026)
Unit sizeAverage priceLowest listed
5x5$116.32$17.00
5x10$151.91$51.00
10x10$249.32$56.00
10x15$286.78$134.00
10x20$459.08$100.00
10x25$640.00$392.00
10x30$587.57$254.00

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What the numbers mean

These are SpareFoot's averages for the City of Los Angeles, based on 1,159 units and last updated August 1, 2026. SpareFoot also reports the average unit booked in LA over the past 180 days at $155.20.

The lowest listed prices are usually promotions at a single facility, so plan around the average and treat the low end as a lucky find.

Larger sizes have fewer listings, which is why the 10x30 average can come in below the 10x25.

Prices by area

North Hollywood (31 units): 5x5 $89.97, 5x10 $116.19, 10x10 $215.30.

Santa Monica (12 units): 5x5 $116.00, 5x10 $159.50, 10x10 $507.77. The small sample makes this a signal, not a precise figure.

See the Downtown, Westside and Valley guides for prices listed at specific facilities.

Fees and promotions

SpareFoot listings in LA showed a $29 fee added at checkout on September 27, 2026. Ask each facility about admin fees, required locks and insurance or protection plans.

Many listings show an online or first-month rate next to a higher regular rate. Ask what the monthly rate is after the promotion, and whether it rises after a set period.

Questions people ask

How much is a 5x5 storage unit in Los Angeles?

SpareFoot's August 2026 average across the City of LA is $116.32 a month. North Hollywood averaged $89.97.

How much is a 10x10 storage unit in Los Angeles?

$249.32 a month on average across the City of LA, per SpareFoot's August 2026 data, with North Hollywood at $215.30 and Santa Monica at $507.77.

Are there fees on top of the monthly price?

Usually. SpareFoot listings showed a $29 checkout fee on September 27, 2026, and facilities may require a lock or protection plan.

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