2025 Auckland Storage Unit Prices: A
Comprehensive Guide
Tired of Googling “how much does a storage unit cost in Auckland” only to get anything
but a solid answer? If so, you’re in the right place! This article is an updated 2025 version
of Auckland storage unit prices for long or short term self-storage.
As of 2025, our Auckland storage unit prices range from $100 to $550 per month. The
exact cost generally comes down to the size of the storage container, the location you
choose, and whether it’s on an upper or lower level.
Safestore Containers has earned locals’ trust since 1995. We’re a family‑owned, 100%
New Zealand company offering short and long-term storage options with easy access,
premium security, and transparent month-to-month pricing.
In this article, we kick things off with an overview of our current storage unit prices at our
three Auckland self-storage facilities. Then we discuss the factors that affect storage
unit costs, explain the difference between short‑term vs. long‑term storage, and share
some handy tips to keep your storage bill low.
Snapshot: Self-storage unit prices in Auckland
| Unit size and dimensions | Perfect for | Onehunga (1-month min) |
East Tamaki (1-month min) |
Glendene (2-month min) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small 8.5 m³ 2.4 × 1.5 × 2.4 m |
1-bed apartment, belongings | Upper level (indoor): $100/month Ground level (indoor): $140/month |
Ground level (indoor): $140/month | N/A |
| Medium 17 m³ 3 × 2.4 × 2.4 m |
2-bed apartment, motorbike | Upper level (indoor): $185/month Ground level (indoor): $250/month |
Ground level (outdoor): $250/month | N/A |
| Large 33 m³ 6 × 2.4 × 2.4 m |
3-or 4-bed house, business storage, car | Upper level (indoor): $250/month Ground level (indoor): $400/month Upper level (outdoor): $199/month Ground level (outdoor): $350/month |
Ground level (outdoor): $350/month Ground level (indoor): $450/month |
Ground level (outdoor): $350/month |
| Extra-large 69 m³ 12 × 2.4 × 2.4 m |
4-bed house + car | N/A | N/A | Ground level (outdoor): $550/month |
Factors affecting storage unit prices
When you’re comparing prices of storage space in Auckland, there are three main levers
that can push the cost up or down. These include ease of access, level of security, and
where the storage facility sits on the map:
Access and layout
Getting in and out counts for more than most people think. Consider a ground‑floor,
drive‑up container. It lets you park right outside the door. So, it comes with a
convenience premium, typically costing more than an upper‑level unit reached by stairs
or forklift.
Then there’s indoor versus outdoor storage units. Internal all‑weather corridors
command a slight premium over external rows that brave the rain. While the containers
themselves are weatherproof, the people loading them generally aren’t.
Security features
All of our self-storage facilities are highly secure. They’re fenced, CCTV‑monitored
around the clock, and gated with swipe‑card or pin code access. The storage units
themselves are made from steel, weather and rodent-proof, and fitted with lock boxes
that hide the padlock from bolt‑cutters. These layers of security offer peace of mind
that’s reflected in the rate.
Can you find cheaper self-storage space in Auckland? Maybe. But, it’ll usually be little
more than a rusty container behind a chain‑link fence and a combination lock anyone
with nimble fingers can guess. The cheaper rate seems like a win until a thief
permanently borrows your stuff or a downpour seeps through the roof and ruins your
couch.
Location premiums
Our Onehunga storage facility sits between SH1 and SH20, just five minutes from central
freight routes. So, large ground‑floor units there can cost a little more than Glendene’s
west‑Auckland prices, for example. With that being said, Onehunga still has the cheapest
upper‑level small unit in town. And East Tamaki mixes both bargain and premium
warehouse spaces.
In a nutshell, central convenience and motorway access don’t always mean a higher
price. But you can expect to pay extra for drive‑up access right in the middle of
Auckland.
Short‑term vs long‑term storage costs
At Safestore Containers, we keep things simple. Every self-storage unit is billed
month‑to‑month, and you can leave with just one day’s notice. Minimum hire period is
one month at Onehunga and East Tamaki and two months at Glendene.
After that, stay as long or as little as you need, with no lock-in rental agreement.
That flexibility is rare among self‑storage facilities in Auckland. It’s our simple way of
empowering you to stop paying for space a day longer than you need it.
Storing stuff for six months or more? Ask about bulk‑stay specials. Our crew can
sometimes work something out for bigger commitments. And keep one eye on our
website’s pricing pages, where we drop flash sales from time to time!
Which Auckland storage facility location is best for you?
All three Safestore Containers sites are designed to be convenient, but each one shines
for slightly different reasons:
Onehunga (Central)
Our Onehunga self-storage facility is just across from Waikaraka Park, a quick turn off
Neilson Street, and about 30 minutes from the CBD on a clear run.
- Location: 89-91 Captain Springs Road, Onehunga, Auckland 1061
- Price range: $100–$400 per month
- Minimum term: 1 month
- Stand-outs: Cheapest small storage unit in Auckland and a mix of indoor and outdoor
drive‑up bays. - Best for: Inner‑city businesses, apartment dwellers, e‑commerce retailers, and
commuters who need fast SH1 / SH20 access.
Glendene (West)
You’ll find our Glendene storage facility a quick 10-minute drive from Henderson, and
just a couple of turns from the Northwestern Motorway for easy West Auckland access.
- Location: 117-133 Hepburn Road, Glendene, Auckland 0602
- Price range: $350–$550 per month
- Minimum term: 2 months
- Stand-outs: Extra‑wide driveways, the only storage site with the 69 m³ mega‑unit, and
all ground‑level drive‑up access. - Best for: West Auckland families downsizing or renovating, tradespeople towing trailers,
and anyone who wants ground‑level drive‑up space.
East Tamaki (East/South)
In the heart of Auckland’s industrial east, our East Tamaki storage facility is around the
corner from Highbrook Business Park on Allens Road. It’s barely two minutes from the
SH1 Highbrook exit and less than 10 minutes from Botany Town Centre.
- Location: 60 Allens Road, East Tamaki, Auckland 2013
- Price range: $140–$450 per month
- Minimum term: 1 month
- Stand-outs: On‑site forklift for pallet drops and a mix of drive‑up containers and
warehouse bays. - Best for: Southeast trades and logistics teams, import–export operators, Botany–Howick
residents, and anyone after a large unit minutes from SH1.
Money‑saving tips for storage units
On a tight budget? Here are some top tips for shaving dollars off the cost of storage
space:
- Share a storage unit: Split a medium or large container with a flatmate or
neighbouring business to halve the cost. - Book suburban sites: East Tamaki or Glendene units can cost $50–$100 less
than central drive‑ups. - Choose upper‑level units: If you’re happy to use the stairs or load your storage
container via forklift, you can save up to $200 per month. - Embrace the outdoors: Self-storage units in external rows are always cheaper
than those in indoor corridors. - Get the size right: Don’t pay for storage space you don’t need! Our estimator
tool can help you match various sizes of units to the amount of stuff you need to
store. - Watch for long-term discounts or flash sales: Ask the team about long-term
storage discounts and check the pricing pages regularly for specials.
Self-storage unit FAQs
What can I store in a self-storage unit?
Pretty much anything you’d store in your garage. For example:
- Furniture and appliances
- Clothes, books, paperwork, collectibles, electronics
- Bicycles, motorbikes, and even trailers or cars
- If it’s legal, non‑perishable, and safe to transport, our units have room for it.
What can’t I store in a self-storage unit?
If you wouldn’t put it in your garage, chances are it shouldn’t go in your storage unit
either. For instance:
- Food or anything that rots and attracts pests
- Plants, pets, or people
- Flammables or toxic liquids (paint, petrol, solvents)
- Weapons, illegal goods, or stolen stuff
What is the cheapest storage unit in Auckland?
Our cheapest storage unit in Auckland is the small (8.5 m³) upper‑level unit in
Onehunga. It costs just $100 per month. It’s indoors and carries a one‑month minimum
rental term.
How do storage unit prices in Auckland compare to the rest of NZ?
Despite good supply, storage is more expensive in Auckland than in the rest of the
country. This is primarily a result of high land and building costs. With a bit of research,
however, you can still find good deals. Safestore Containers in East Tamaki offers a
large storage unit (6m x 2.4m, 33 m3) for the low price of $199 per month, for example.
Have Auckland storage unit prices changed much over the last five years?
Prices over the last five years have gone up. And it’s likely that they will continue to rise.
Safestore Containers is different to competitors in that we only do one price increase
per year. This increase is modest, normally in line with inflation.
It’s common for other storage operators to do multiple increases within the year, which
can significantly increase storage costs.
How do I know how much storage space I need?
Start with getting clarity about what you’re storing. For example, furniture, packing
boxes, business stock, or perhaps a mix. Next, use our Space Estimator to find storage
that’s the right size. It can match our self-storage unit sizes to common loads so you’re
not squashed or paying for air.
What’s the most popular unit size amongst Auckland customers?
The most popular size across storage facilities is typically the large/single car garage
size. A unit of this size is great for both household and business storage. If packed well, it
can hold a lot of stuff.
Safestore Containers offers a range of options and prices for this size unit.
How long do Auckland customers usually store items for?
The length of time that people use storage varies significantly. Household
customers who are selling or moving house tend to store things for three to four
months. Business or commercial storage customers tend to stay store goods for
much longer, sometimes even years.
Affordable self-storage units in Auckland
If you’ve made it this far, you know the lay of the land. Our Auckland storage unit prices
start from $100 and go up to $550. We have three convenient sites and offer simple
month‑to‑month rent.
What you might not know is how seriously we take our customer service. Moving house?
Storing business stock? Just need some breathing room at home? Our friendly,
responsive, and helpful team is here for you.
Join thousands of happy customers who already trust Safestore Containers. Our units
come in a variety of sizes and can easily withstand New Zealand weather. Contact us or
request a quote online and see how straightforward and affordable self-storage can be.