If you live in Westerly and need more room, drive-up storage units are waiting just over the bridge. WES STOR is at 7 Elmata Ave in Pawcatuck, CT, on the Connecticut side of the Pawcatuck River, a few hundred yards from Westerly, RI. This guide covers storage unit sizes and prices, who uses them, how to pick the right size, how access and security work, and how to reserve a unit.
Storage units near Westerly, RI: sizes and prices
Every unit at WES STOR is a drive-up unit, so you can back up to the door and unload straight from the car or truck. Here are the standard monthly rates:
- 5×5: $70 a month. About the size of a standard closet.
- 5×10: $95 a month. Comparable to a walk-in closet.
- 10×10: $150 a month. About half the size of a one-car garage.
- 10×15: $185 a month. Comparable to a large apartment bedroom.
- 10×20: $225 a month. The same as a standard one-car garage.
- 15×15: $245 a month. Similar to a large living room or small garage bay. Call to rent this size.
Need something that is not on the list? Custom storage solutions are available by phone.
Who rents storage units in Westerly and Pawcatuck
WES STOR sits right on the state line, so renters come from both sides of the river: Westerly, Watch Hill and Misquamicut in Rhode Island, and Pawcatuck, Stonington and Mystic in Connecticut. A few of the most common reasons people rent a unit:
- Moving across the CT and RI line. U-Haul trucks rent from the same lot, so you can pick up a truck and drop your things into a unit in one stop, whichever direction you are moving.
- Making room at home. Furniture, boxes and keepsakes that are crowding a spare room or garage.
- Seasonal gear. Patio furniture, beach chairs and summer gear from Misquamicut and Watch Hill days can come out of the garage for the winter.
- Garage space for rent. Drive-up units work like a rented garage for tools, equipment or business inventory.
How to choose the right storage unit size
The easiest way to pick a size is to match it to what you are storing. Here is what typically fits in each unit at WES STOR:
- 5×5: small seasonal items, small and medium boxes, a loveseat or small chair, end tables, a twin mattress, file cabinets.
- 5×10: the contents of a small apartment or dorm room, a mattress set, a small couch, a desk and chairs, bicycles, small appliances.
- 10×10: furniture from a one-bedroom apartment, bedroom sets, sofas and dining tables, large appliances, exercise equipment.
- 10×15: furniture from a two-bedroom apartment or small home, sectional sofas, major appliances, patio furniture, motorcycles or bicycles.
- 10×20: the contents of a multi-room home, full living room and bedroom sets, lawn and garden equipment, construction tools or business inventory.
- 15×15: full apartment contents, multiple bedroom sets, large couches and tables, bulky equipment.
If you are between two sizes, the larger one usually makes it easier to leave a walkway so you can reach things in the back. The office can help you decide before you commit.
Tips for loading a drive-up unit
- Back right up to the door. With a drive-up unit, the car or truck can sit a few steps from the unit, which keeps loading quick.
- Heavy and large items first. Put furniture and heavy boxes against the back wall and stack lighter boxes on top.
- Label every box. Mark the contents and the room it came from so you can find things later.
- Leave an aisle. Keep a path down the middle so you can reach the back without unloading the front.
- Put the things you need most up front. Seasonal gear you will want back in spring goes near the door.
What to know before you rent
- Drive-up only. Every unit opens to the lot, with no stairs or hallways to haul things through.
- No climate control. WES STOR does not offer climate-controlled units, so plan accordingly for anything sensitive to heat, cold or humidity.
- Vehicles too. If what you need to store has wheels, the outdoor lot holds boats, RVs, campers, trailers, cars and motorcycles from $85 a month. See the guides to RV storage near Westerly, RI and winter boat storage in Pawcatuck and Westerly.
Access and security at WES STOR
- 24/7 gated access: renters use a keypad at the gate any hour, any day.
- Well-lit property: easy to see when you stop by early or late.
- Cameras: 24/7 video surveillance.
- Staffed office: Monday to Friday, 9 to 4, with a real person on site, not a call center.
- Local ownership: family-owned since 1985.
How to reserve a storage unit near Westerly
Most sizes can be booked online any time on the storage units page. To compare sizes side by side, see the size guide. For the 15×15, a custom size, or any questions, call (860) 599-2730 or send a message.
Storage units Westerly RI: FAQ
How much does a storage unit cost per month near Westerly, RI?
At WES STOR in Pawcatuck, just across the river from Westerly, units start at $70 a month for a 5×5. A 10×10 is $150 a month and a 10×20 is $225 a month.
What size storage unit do I need?
A 5×5 holds closet-sized items and boxes, a 10×10 holds the furniture from a one-bedroom apartment, and a 10×20 holds the contents of a multi-room home. The size guide lists what fits in each unit.
Are there storage units near Westerly with 24/7 access?
Yes. WES STOR renters have gated keypad access 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The office is staffed Monday to Friday, 9 to 4.
Are the storage units climate controlled?
No. All units at WES STOR are drive-up units without climate control. Store items that are sensitive to temperature or humidity with that in mind.
Can I rent a U-Haul truck and a storage unit in the same place?
Yes. U-Haul trucks rent from the WES STOR lot in Pawcatuck, so you can pick up a truck and load a unit in one trip.
Where is WES STOR?
7 Elmata Ave, Pawcatuck, CT 06379, a few hundred yards from Westerly, RI and just off I-95.
Find your unit
Book online on the storage units page, call (860) 599-2730, or send a message. WES STOR has been family-owned in Pawcatuck since 1985, with drive-up units, 24/7 gate access and a real person in the office on weekdays.