How Much Does an RV Storage Cost?

$ Outdoor Parking Storage: $60-$100+ per Month

$ $ Indoor Covered Storage: $45-$450+ per Month

$ $ $ Self-Storage Condominium Unit: $50,000-$150,000

RVs are all out for giving a fun recreational experience but knowing where to park them or store them after a great trip can be difficult.

Motorhomes or towed vehicles can be large, especially Class A motorhomes, and not everyone has space for them at home.

In a sense, finding a good place to park it’s not easy because some local zoning laws or neighborhood regulations limit where RVs can be parked, and RVs can even be banned.

So renting a space to store RVs is a very common solution to the parking issue.

Table of Contents

What Types Of RV Storage Exist?
What Affects The Price For Renting An Rv Storage?
Top Companies
Things To Consider

What Types Of RV Storage Exist?

According to Neighbor.com, RV storage can be classified into three main groups that subclassify into different categories:

Indoor RV storage	Communal garage storage
	Single unit storage
Outdoor RV storage	Open land lots
	Parking spaces
	Driveways
Covered RV storage	Carports
	Canopies

What Affects The Price For Renting An Rv Storage?

Different factors affect the cost of storing an RV, such as the size of the RV, your location, the type of storage you want, and the amenities it comes with like climate-controlled storage units, 24/7 security, and more.

Renting costs for an outdoor parking storage facility, like an RV park/campground with storage space, can be $20 to $100 or more.

Renting an indoor covered storage can cost around $45 to $125 a month if it’s an unheated storage and can cost about $100 to $450 or more a month for a high-end indoor RV storage unit that includes a climate-controlled environment and other services like the sewage system, security, and more.

There’s also the option of buying a large garage unit at a self-storage condominium, which can cost $50,000 to $150,000, plus an annual condo maintenance fees of about $50 to $100 a year.

The size of an RV is a major factor that affects the final price for renting an RV storage space; according to CamperFAQs.com, here’s an example of motorhomes and how much it would cost to rent a storage space depending on their size:

	Average Length (Feet)	Average Height (Feet)	Recommended Storage Unit Size (Feet)	Average Monthly Cost
Class A Motorhomes	26′ – 45′	12′ – 14′	40′ – 50′ long and 15′ or more in height	$130+
Class B RVs and Camper Vans	17′ – 23′	7′ – 10′	25′ – 30′ long and 9′ – 12′ in height	$130+
Class C RVs	20′ – 30′	10′ – 12′	25′ – 35′ long and 12′ – 15′ in height	$130+
Pop-up Trailers	8′ – 15′	4′ – 5′ folded	15′ – 20′ long and 8′ in height	$75 – $130
Fifth Wheel Trailers	24′ – 40′	11′ – 13′	30′ – 45′ long and 15′ or more in height	$130+
Travel Trailers	10′ – 40′	10′ – 12′	15′ and up long and 12′ – 15′ in height	$75 – $130+

Also, as mentioned before, the storage place or parking location greatly affects the price for renting a storage RV space.

If the storage space is located near an urban area or a vacation area the price will be higher.

Also, the state you live in greatly affects the price for renting an RV storage space; according to SpareFoot.com, here’s an example of how much RV storage costs in different U.S. metro areas for a 10’x40′ storage unit:

City	Renting Price
Atlanta, GA	$145.31
Chicago, IL	$163.23
Dallas, TX	$126.98
Denver, CO	$191.88
Houston, TX	$124.93
Los Angeles, CA	$263.17
New York, NY	$235.67
Phoenix, AZ	$163.98
San Francisco, CA	$194.44
Washington D.C.	$187.85

Top Companies

The best way to find local facilities to store an RV is by searching online at different specialized pages like RVResources.com, Neighbor.com, StowIt.com, and also the Self Storage Association.

There are also classic traditional RV storage companies that have multiple nationwide locations to store RVs for a monthly rate like U-Haul and CubeSmart.

Things To Consider

Before Renting

First, decide which type of storage you want to rent and set up a budget. Amenities sum a lot in the final price.
Then look at the different online sites for renting RV storage for offers.
It’s important to always keep in mind the size of your RV. A minimum length of 25′ to 35′ is recommended for most Class B vehicles, 30′ to 35′ for most Class C campers, and 35′ to 40′ for Class A motorhomes.
If you plan to rent long-term, some facilities make discounts on the monthly fee.

When Renting

Check for the renting hours of the storage facility because each has specific hours when owners can access their RVs. Some of them are available 24/7.
Check if the storage company offers an insurance policy on the RV while it’s in storage.

After Renting

Some storage facilities charge $5-$50 or more for access keys.
If you are renting an outdoor lot, then it’s a good idea to get an RV cover to protect it. RV covers can cost $50-$1,200 or more.
Preparing the RV for storage is important. Make sure to remove all valuable items, drain water tanks and clear lines, fill up the fuel tank, clean the vehicle inside and out, and open the fridge to prevent mold.

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