What Size Storage Unit Do I Need in Tyler, TX?

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October 22nd, 2026

Most people in Tyler fit a one-bedroom apartment in a 10x10 unit, a two-bedroom home in a 10x15 or 10x20, and a few boxes plus small furniture in a 5x5 or 5x10. If you are between two sizes, go one size up so you can walk in and reach your things.

Quick size comparison

These are common rules of thumb, not guarantees. Furniture, box sizes and how tightly you pack all change the answer.

5x5 (small closet): boxes, seasonal decor, a few small items.
5x10 (walk-in closet): boxes, a mattress set, a few pieces of small furniture.
10x10 (large bedroom): contents of a one-bedroom apartment: sofa, bed, dresser, boxes.
10x15: two-bedroom contents with appliances.
10x20 (one-car garage): contents of a two- to three-bedroom home, or a small business inventory.

What fits in a 5x10

A 5x10 works for a bedroom's worth of belongings when the sofa is not coming along: a mattress and box spring stood on end, a dresser, a nightstand and 15 to 20 boxes. College students and people downsizing often land here.

What fits in a 10x10

This is the size most people ask about first. A 10x10 handles a one-bedroom apartment: a sofa, a bed, a dresser, a table with chairs and a stack of boxes. Pack heavy items on the bottom and keep a narrow aisle down the middle.

What fits in a 10x20

A 10x20 is for a full household or for business use. Think appliances, multiple bedrooms of furniture and a garage's worth of tools. It also suits a small business that needs shelving for inventory and room to move around it.

How to pick when you are on the fence

Measure the big items first

Write down the length, width and height of your sofa, mattresses, tables and appliances. Boxes are easy to stack. Large furniture is what decides the size.

Plan for an aisle

If you will visit your unit, leave a path. A unit packed wall to wall is cheaper per cubic foot, but you will unpack half of it to find one box.

Use the height

Units are tall. Stack boxes safely, stand mattresses and sofas on end where the manufacturer allows, and disassemble bed frames and tables.

Use the size calculator

The Mint Storage size guide lets you pick your items and see a suggested size. It lists approximate volumes, for example about 70 cubic feet for a king-size bed and about 30 cubic feet for a dresser.

Climate and vehicles in Tyler

East Texas summers are hot and humid, and that matters for what you store. Wood furniture, electronics, photos, documents and mattresses do better in a temperature-controlled space. Mint Storage in Tyler lists temperature-controlled units as well as standard drive-up units. If you are storing an RV, boat or trailer, the facility also lists outdoor parking for RVs, boats and other vehicles, so you do not need to buy a unit sized for it.

Mint Storage in Tyler

Mint Storage - Tyler is at 13120 TX-110, Tyler, TX 75707, with a satellite location at 3718 Shiloh Rd. The facility is fenced and gated with security cameras and smart-entry gate access. Gate access hours are 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM every day. The office is open Monday to Friday 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and is closed Sunday. Call (903) 524-5072.

Unit sizes and availability change, so the fastest way to find out what is open today is to check current unit prices and availability or call the office.

FAQ

Is a 10x10 big enough for a one-bedroom apartment?

Usually, yes. Most one-bedroom apartments fit in a 10x10 if you stack boxes and stand a mattress on end. If you have a lot of large furniture, step up to a 10x15.

How do I know if I should go up a size?

If you plan to visit often, store appliances, or are right at the limit of one size, choose the larger one. A little spare room saves time and prevents damage.

Can I store a car or RV in a unit?

Mint Storage in Tyler lists outdoor parking for RVs, boats and other vehicles. Call the office to confirm what is open for your vehicle's length.

Do I need climate control in Tyler?

For wood furniture, electronics, photos, documents and mattresses, it is worth considering because of East Texas heat and humidity. Boxes of kitchenware and tools usually do fine in a standard unit.

What is the lease term?

Mint Storage lists month-to-month leases with a 1-year rate lock on its Tyler page.

Ready to pick a size? Check availability and reserve a unit at Mint Storage in Tyler, or call (903) 524-5072.