How should you prepare items for storage in Minneapolis?
Store off the floor on pallets or shelving, leave a walkway to the back of the unit, and put winter gear in front from October through April. Anything that can warp, crack, or mildew — wood, leather, electronics, paper — belongs in climate control here, not a garage. Moving between apartments? Book month-end access early — May and September lease turnovers fill the calendar quickly.
How does renting a storage unit work in Minneapolis?
Pick a unit online — the live listings on the facility page show today's sizes and rates — finish checkout in about five minutes, and your gate code and unit number arrive by email. Prefer to talk it through? The Lakeside office helps people with sizing every day, and it's worth a call in the last week of any month, when most Minneapolis leases turn over and the popular sizes go first. On move-in day, pull into the drive-through bay, pick up a free cart, and load without ever standing in the weather. Month-to-month billing starts from your move-in date, autopay is optional, and moving out takes only simple notice — there is no long-term contract to break.
What other US Storage Centers locations are near Minneapolis?
- Storing a car, boat, or RV: St. Paul — 606 Vandalia St, five miles east off I-94 in the Midway, with outdoor vehicle spaces and a heated, covered unloading bay.
- Heated drive-up storage in the northwest metro: Crystal — 5217 Hanson Court N, off Highway 169.
All three run month-to-month terms and rent online in minutes.
What Minneapolis areas do we serve?
Downtown, Near North, Loring Park, Uptown, Dinkytown, North Loop, Bryn Mawr, and Harrison — plus commuters from St. Louis Park and Golden Valley via I-394.
What unit sizes are available in Minneapolis?
| Size | Best for |
|---|---|
| 5x5 – 5x10 | Dorm rooms, seasonal gear, studio overflow |
| 10x10 – 10x15 | One-to-two-bedroom apartments and condos |
| 10x20 and larger | Full households, business inventory |
| Drive-up premium | Ground-level, vehicle-side loading |
Current rates and unit availability appear in the live unit listings on this page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is US Storage Centers in Minneapolis?
At 434 Lakeside Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55405 — on the western edge of downtown where I-94 meets I-394, minutes from Near North, Loring Park, and Uptown.
Does the Minneapolis location have RV or boat parking?
No — space downtown doesn't allow it. The closest US Storage Centers vehicle parking is St. Paul (606 Vandalia St, five miles east) with car, boat, and RV spaces, or White Bear Lake for motorhomes up to 10x40.
What makes the Minneapolis facility different from other storage in the city?
The indoor drive-through: you drive inside the building to load and unload, fully out of the weather — rare in Minneapolis and a different experience entirely in winter. Nearly all units are climate controlled as well.
Is there student storage near the University of Minnesota?
Yes — the Lakeside Avenue facility is a short drive from campus, and 5x5 or 5x10 units hold a dorm room's worth over summer break on month-to-month terms, so you only pay for the months you're gone.
Can I rent a Minneapolis storage unit entirely online?
Yes. Pick your unit on this site, complete the rental in minutes, and you'll receive your gate code and move-in instructions by email — or call and the on-site team will walk you through it.
Are there drive-up storage units in Minneapolis?
A small set of ground-level drive-up premium spaces at 434 Lakeside Ave lets you pull a vehicle alongside for fast loading; most units are indoor and climate controlled. The live unit listings show what's open by size.
How much does storage cost in Minneapolis?
Rates vary by unit size and demand. The facility page's live unit listings show today's rates by size, and online rental locks yours in within minutes.