Which North Shore storage option fits your needs?
US Storage Centers – Wilmette (3510 Wilmette Ave): see climate-controlled and drive-up storage in Wilmette — interior units 5x5–15x20, drive-up units 5x5–10x30, vehicle parking 20–40 ft, and a few heated warehouse-style spaces. Serves the whole North Shore.
Need storage in the city — or a wine vault? Explore Old Town storage units and the wine vault at our Chicago facility, about 14 miles south via the Edens and Kennedy.
Why is storage in demand on the North Shore?
Wilmette's roughly 28,000 residents live mostly in single-family homes near the lake — the village is known for the Bahá'í House of Worship on Sheridan Road and New Trier's top-ranked schools — but North Shore garages do heavy duty: bikes, kayaks, snowblowers, and everything a four-season Lake Michigan climate demands a place for. Many North Shore neighborhoods limit driveway and street parking for RVs, boats, and trailers, which sends them to storage lots. And with Northwestern University a couple of miles south in Evanston and the Edens Expressway on the village's edge, our Wilmette Ave facility catches students between leases, families mid-renovation, downsizing empty-nesters, and boaters wintering their gear off Gillson Park.
Why choose US Storage Centers in Wilmette?
Real local people run this for you: our on-site team knows its customers by name and this facility inside out. Nationally trusted, personally run — US Storage Centers has been privately owned since 1985, with the reach of a national operator and the attention of a neighborhood business. Storage that gives back: through Kure It and Charity Storage, rentals help fund cancer research and local causes. And it's easy, on your terms — month-to-month rentals, free online reservations, and clear, current rates in the live unit listings.
Life's Moments. Stored Well.™
What storage unit sizes are available in Wilmette?
| Size | Best For |
| 5 × 5 (drive-up or climate) | Closet overflow, boxes, seasonal gear |
| 5 × 10 (drive-up or climate) | Studio apartment contents |
| 10 × 10 (drive-up or climate) | One-bedroom home |
| 10 × 15 (climate) | Two-bedroom home |
| 10 × 20 (drive-up) | House move, large equipment |
| 10 x 30 (drive-up) | Full household or contractor storage |
| Vehicle Space, 20-40 ft | RVs, boats, trailers, vehicles |
| Warehouse Space, 20 x 20 - 20 x 40 (heated) | Business inventory and equipment |
*Current rates and unit availability appear in the live unit listings on this page.
Wilmette Storage FAQ
How much do storage units cost in Wilmette?
Wilmette storage generally rents below Chicago-city rates, with drive-up units typically the most economical and climate-controlled interior units at a premium. Current rates and unit availability for every size at our Wilmette Ave facility appear in the live unit listings on its page.
Where is US Storage Centers in Wilmette?
Our facility is at 3510 Wilmette Ave on Wilmette's west side, just off the Edens Expressway (I-94) — an easy drive from Evanston, Kenilworth, Glenview, Winnetka, and Skokie, and a few minutes from the Bahá'í House of Worship on Sheridan Road.
Does Wilmette have climate-controlled storage?
Yes. US Storage Centers Wilmette offers climate-controlled interior units from 5x5 to 15x20 — the right choice for wood furniture, electronics, documents, and anything else that shouldn't ride out a North Shore winter or humid summer in an unheated space.
Is there RV or boat parking in Wilmette?
Our Wilmette facility has open parking spaces from 20 to 40 feet used for RVs, boats, and trailers. Spaces are limited and often run near capacity — check current availability with the office before planning a move-in, and ask about the wait list if your size is full.
Is there self storage near Evanston and Northwestern University?
Yes — our Wilmette facility is a couple of miles north of Northwestern's Evanston campus via Green Bay Road or the Edens. Students between leases and Evanston families use the drive-up units for quick summer storage and the climate-controlled units for anything sensitive.
What size storage unit do I need?
A 5x5 fits a closet's worth; a 5x10 handles a studio; a 10x10 holds a one-bedroom home; a 10x15 to 10x20 covers most houses mid-move. If you'll visit often, a drive-up unit saves time; if it's delicate, choose climate control. The size guide on this page walks through each option.