“What size storage unit do I actually need?” is one of the most-Googled questions anyone types in right before a move, and it’s usually followed by a second search five minutes later: “how much extra should I rent just in case?” As a mover in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Naples, Estero, and Bonita Springs, we help households size storage correctly every week — and the two most common mistakes we see are renting a unit that’s too small to fit furniture without damaging it, and renting one big enough for a house twice the size, then paying for empty square footage for months. Here’s a realistic, room-by-room breakdown so you get it right the first time.
What Size Storage Unit Do You Need? A Room-by-Room Guide
Storage units are typically sized by width and depth in feet, and the right one comes down almost entirely to how many rooms of furniture you’re storing. According to Extra Space Storage’s size guide, here’s how the most common sizes break down:
- 5×5 (25 sq ft) — closet-sized. Holds a twin or full mattress leaned upright, a small dresser, and roughly 5–8 boxes. Good for a dorm room or a single overflow closet.
- 5×10 (50 sq ft) — studio or small one-bedroom apartment. Fits a mattress set, a sofa, a small dining set, and 15–20 boxes.
- 10×10 (100 sq ft) — the most rented size nationally, and the right call for most one-bedroom apartments or condos. Holds a bedroom set, a living room, and appliances like a washer/dryer.
- 10×15 (150 sq ft) — a typical two-bedroom home or condo, including larger furniture pieces and a moderate number of boxes.
- 10×20 (200 sq ft) — roughly the footprint of a one-car garage, and the standard size for a three-bedroom house, including major appliances and, if needed, a vehicle.
- 10×30 (300 sq ft) — a four-plus bedroom house or a combined household move, with room for large furniture, multiple appliances, and dozens of boxes.
One rule of thumb worth remembering: most people underestimate rather than overestimate. If your home is right on the line between two sizes — say, a large one-bedroom with a home office — it’s usually cheaper to size up one level than to run out of room and pay for a second unit later.
Renting the Right Unit Type Matters as Much as the Size
Once you know the square footage you need, the next decision is where that space should live. Full-service movers can often build short-term storage directly into a move, which is convenient for a gap between closing dates, while a dedicated self-storage facility tends to be the better value once you’re looking at several months or longer. We break down the cost differences, including typical monthly rates for both options, in our guide on how much three months of storage actually costs.
Whichever route you choose, ask about climate control before you sign anything. Southwest Florida’s heat and humidity can warp wood furniture, mildew upholstery, and damage electronics in a standard unit far faster than in a drier climate, so it’s worth the modest upcharge for anything you’re storing longer than a few weeks.
Local Area Guide: Bonita Springs Welcomes a Second Naples Lamp Shop Showroom
Households settling into Bonita Springs this year have a new place to furnish their next home. Naples Lamp Shop, a family-owned lighting and home furnishings retailer that’s been serving Southwest Florida since 1969, opened a second, 4,400-square-foot showroom in May at Bonita Commons on South Tamiami Trail, according to Gulfshore Business. The new space offers decorative lighting, furnishings, and home decor, along with design consultations for homeowners, builders, and interior designers.
Company officials said the expansion was a direct response to growing demand from clients in Bonita Springs, Estero, and Fort Myers who had been making the drive to the original Naples showroom for decades. It’s a small but telling sign of the area’s continued growth — long-standing regional businesses are increasingly choosing to plant a second flag in Bonita Springs rather than expect residents to travel to them, which makes settling into a new home here a little more convenient with each passing year.
Curious what moving to Bonita Springs looks like with Two Chicks Moving? Our Bonita Springs movers page has details on how we handle local and long-distance moves across the area.
Source: Gulfshore Business, “Naples Lamp Shop expands with Bonita Springs showroom,” published April 27, 2026.
Ready to Plan Your Move?
Whether you need help sizing a storage unit, a few weeks of coverage between closings, or a full-service move across Southwest Florida, Two Chicks Moving offers transparent, flat hourly rates and a crew that treats your belongings — and your timeline — with care. Reach out for a free, no-obligation quote today.
“What size storage unit do I actually need?” is one of the most-Googled questions anyone types in right before a move, and it’s usually followed by a second search five minutes later: “how much extra should I rent just in case?” As a mover in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Naples, Estero, and Bonita Springs, we help households size storage correctly every week — and the two most common mistakes we see are renting a unit that’s too small to fit furniture without damaging it, and renting one big enough for a house twice the size, then paying for empty square footage for months. Here’s a realistic, room-by-room breakdown so you get it right the first time.
What Size Storage Unit Do You Need? A Room-by-Room Guide
Storage units are typically sized by width and depth in feet, and the right one comes down almost entirely to how many rooms of furniture you’re storing. According to Extra Space Storage’s size guide, here’s how the most common sizes break down:
- 5×5 (25 sq ft) — closet-sized. Holds a twin or full mattress leaned upright, a small dresser, and roughly 5–8 boxes. Good for a dorm room or a single overflow closet.
- 5×10 (50 sq ft) — studio or small one-bedroom apartment. Fits a mattress set, a sofa, a small dining set, and 15–20 boxes.
- 10×10 (100 sq ft) — the most rented size nationally, and the right call for most one-bedroom apartments or condos. Holds a bedroom set, a living room, and appliances like a washer/dryer.
- 10×15 (150 sq ft) — a typical two-bedroom home or condo, including larger furniture pieces and a moderate number of boxes.
- 10×20 (200 sq ft) — roughly the footprint of a one-car garage, and the standard size for a three-bedroom house, including major appliances and, if needed, a vehicle.
- 10×30 (300 sq ft) — a four-plus bedroom house or a combined household move, with room for large furniture, multiple appliances, and dozens of boxes.
One rule of thumb worth remembering: most people underestimate rather than overestimate. If your home is right on the line between two sizes — say, a large one-bedroom with a home office — it’s usually cheaper to size up one level than to run out of room and pay for a second unit later.
Renting the Right Unit Type Matters as Much as the Size
Once you know the square footage you need, the next decision is where that space should live. Full-service movers can often build short-term storage directly into a move, which is convenient for a gap between closing dates, while a dedicated self-storage facility tends to be the better value once you’re looking at several months or longer. We break down the cost differences, including typical monthly rates for both options, in our guide on how much three months of storage actually costs.
Whichever route you choose, ask about climate control before you sign anything. Southwest Florida’s heat and humidity can warp wood furniture, mildew upholstery, and damage electronics in a standard unit far faster than in a drier climate, so it’s worth the modest upcharge for anything you’re storing longer than a few weeks.
Local Area Guide: Bonita Springs Welcomes a Second Naples Lamp Shop Showroom
Households settling into Bonita Springs this year have a new place to furnish their next home. Naples Lamp Shop, a family-owned lighting and home furnishings retailer that’s been serving Southwest Florida since 1969, opened a second, 4,400-square-foot showroom in May at Bonita Commons on South Tamiami Trail, according to Gulfshore Business. The new space offers decorative lighting, furnishings, and home decor, along with design consultations for homeowners, builders, and interior designers.
Company officials said the expansion was a direct response to growing demand from clients in Bonita Springs, Estero, and Fort Myers who had been making the drive to the original Naples showroom for decades. It’s a small but telling sign of the area’s continued growth — long-standing regional businesses are increasingly choosing to plant a second flag in Bonita Springs rather than expect residents to travel to them, which makes settling into a new home here a little more convenient with each passing year.
Curious what moving to Bonita Springs looks like with Two Chicks Moving? Our Bonita Springs movers page has details on how we handle local and long-distance moves across the area.
Source: Gulfshore Business, “Naples Lamp Shop expands with Bonita Springs showroom,” published April 27, 2026.
Ready to Plan Your Move?
Whether you need help sizing a storage unit, a few weeks of coverage between closings, or a full-service move across Southwest Florida, Two Chicks Moving offers transparent, flat hourly rates and a crew that treats your belongings — and your timeline — with care. Reach out for a free, no-obligation quote today.
