Storage units in Santa Barbara, CA, and nearby area - 30 listings with over 430 spaces
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Santa Barbara Mini Storage - 190 Wye Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
- Drive-Up Access
- Onsite Manager
- Security Camera
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35 units available
A - American Self Storage - 20 South Calle Cesar Chavez, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
- Indoor
- Retail Available
- Onsite Manager
$25Small 4x6$187Medium 10x10$370Large 10x20 -
9 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 130 Garden Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101]()
Budget U - Stor - 130 Garden Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
- Indoor
- Retail Available
- Onsite Manager
$157Small 5x5$410Medium 7x19$616Large 14x17 -
7 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 4093 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93110]()
San Marcos Self Storage - 4093 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
- Indoor
- Drive-Up Access
- Retail Available
$90Small 3x5$230Medium 10x10$335Large 10x20 -
![Storage Units for Rent available at 4001 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93110]()
State Street Storage - 4001 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
- Indoor
- Drive-Up Access
- Retail Available
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9 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 5325 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93111]()
Patterson Plus Self Storage - 5325 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
- Climate-Controlled
- Indoor
- Drive-Up Access
Small 5x5Medium 10x10Large 10x20 -
55 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 10 South Kellogg Avenue, Goleta, CA 93117]()
Extra Space Storage - 10 South Kellogg Avenue, Goleta, CA 93117
- Climate-Controlled
- Indoor
- Drive-Up Access
$87Small 4x5$289Medium 10x10$460Large 10x20 -
![Storage Units for Rent available at 469 Kellogg Way, Goleta, CA 93117]()
No Photo AvailableA-AA Santa Barbara RV Storage - 469 Kellogg Way, Goleta, CA 93117
- Indoor
- Onsite Manager
- Security Camera
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3 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 5380 Overpass Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93111]()
Goleta Valley Mini - 5380 Overpass Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
- Climate-Controlled
- Indoor
- Drive-Up Access
$125Small 5x5$350Medium 10x10 -
19 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 7246 Hollister Avenue, Goleta, CA 93117]()
Public Storage - 7246 Hollister Avenue, Goleta, CA 93117
- Climate-Controlled
- Indoor
- Drive-Up Access
$103Small 5x6$192Medium 10x10$387Large 20x10 -
5 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 5425 Overpass Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93111]()
Public Storage - 5425 Overpass Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
- Drive-Up Access
- Retail Available
- Onsite Manager
$257Small 5x10$354Medium 10x10$566Large 9.5x29.5 -
![Storage Units for Rent available at 7330 Hollister Avenue, Goleta, CA 93117]()
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39 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 6640 Discovery Drive, Goleta, CA 93117]()
Extra Space Storage - 6640 Discovery Drive, Goleta, CA 93117
- Climate-Controlled
- Indoor
- 24 hour access
$129Small 5x4$398Medium 10x10$613Large 10x20 -
9 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 98 North Patterson Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93111]()
Patterson 101 Storage - 98 North Patterson Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
- Climate-Controlled
- Indoor
- Drive-Up Access
Small 5x5Medium 10x10Large 10x20 -
32 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 6250 Via Real, Carpinteria, CA 93013]()
Extra Space Storage - 6250 Via Real, Carpinteria, CA 93013
- Indoor
- Drive-Up Access
- Onsite Manager
$69Small 5x5$270Medium 10x10$295Large 10x24 -
![Storage Units for Rent available at 35 Ellwood Station Road, Goleta, CA 93117]()
No Photo AvailableEllwood RV & Boat Storage - 35 Ellwood Station Road, Goleta, CA 93117
- Onsite Manager
- Security Camera
- Gate
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11 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 1222 Cravens Lane, Carpinteria, CA 93013]()
McCann Mini Storage - 1222 Cravens Lane, Carpinteria, CA 93013
- Drive-Up Access
- Retail Available
- Onsite Manager
$129Small 5x8$419Medium 10x15$610Large 10x20 -
13 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 5666 Carpinteria Avenue, Carpinteria, CA 93013]()
Alamo Self Storage - 5666 Carpinteria Avenue, Carpinteria, CA 93013
- Indoor
- Drive-Up Access
- Retail Available
$74Small 5x5$249Medium 10x10$449Large 10x20 -
21 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 65 Portal Street, Oak View, CA 93022]()
Oak View Self Storage - 65 Portal Street, Oak View, CA 93022
- Indoor
- Drive-Up Access
- Retail Available
$119Small 5x5$252Medium 10x10$362Large 10x20 -
4 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 5386 North Ventura Avenue, Ventura, CA 93001]()
RightSpace Storage - 5386 North Ventura Avenue, Ventura, CA 93001
- Indoor
- Drive-Up Access
- Retail Available
$226Medium 10x14$211Large 8x30 -
25 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 412 Bryant Circle, Ojai, CA 93023]()
Bryant Circle Mini Storage - 412 Bryant Circle, Ojai, CA 93023
- Drive-Up Access
- Onsite Manager
- Security Camera
$96Small 5x7$268Medium 10x10$275Large 10x25 -
18 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 375 South Laurel Street, Ventura, CA 93001]()
Extra Space Storage - 375 South Laurel Street, Ventura, CA 93001
- Indoor
- Drive-Up Access
- Retail Available
$99Small 5x5$162Medium 8x15$485Large 10x20 -
4 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 404 Bryant Circle, Ojai, CA 93023]()
Ojai Self Storage - 404 Bryant Circle, Ojai, CA 93023
- Indoor
- Drive-Up Access
- Retail Available
$125Small 5x5$435Large 10x25 -
35 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 4451 Market Street, Ventura, CA 93003]()
StorQuest Self Storage - 4451 Market Street, Ventura, CA 93003
- Climate-Controlled
- Indoor
- Drive-Up Access
$98Small 4x5$208Medium 10x11$293Large 20x10 -
17 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 1414 Angler Court, Ventura, CA 93001]()
Ventura Harbor Self Storage - 1414 Angler Court, Ventura, CA 93001
- Indoor
- Drive-Up Access
- Retail Available
$64Small 3x5$199Medium 10x10$353Large 10x20 -
19 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 324 Bryant Street, Ojai, CA 93023]()
Condor Self Storage of Ojai - 324 Bryant Street, Ojai, CA 93023
- Climate-Controlled
- Indoor
- Drive-Up Access
$94Small 4x4$334Medium 10x14$209Large 10x35 -
6 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 3695 Market Street, Ventura, CA 93003]()
Ventura Mini - Warehouse - 3695 Market Street, Ventura, CA 93003
- Drive-Up Access
- Onsite Manager
- Truck Rentals
$160Small 6x10$200Medium 10x10$325Large 10x20 -
15 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 2261 North Ventura Avenue, Ventura, CA 93001]()
Ventura Avenue Self Storage - 2261 North Ventura Avenue, Ventura, CA 93001
- Indoor
- Drive-Up Access
- Retail Available
$94Small 5x5$203Medium 10x10$340Large 10x20 -
4 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 101 Orchard Drive, Ventura, CA 93001]()
Orchard Drive Self Storage - 101 Orchard Drive, Ventura, CA 93001
- Drive-Up Access
- Onsite Manager
- Security Camera
$75Small 5x5$210Medium 10x15$300Large 10x20 -
16 units available
![Storage Units for Rent available at 3700 Market Street, Ventura, CA 93003]()
Extra Space Storage - 3700 Market Street, Ventura, CA 93003
- Indoor
- 24 hour access
- Drive-Up Access
$116Small 5x5$150Medium 10x15$200Large 10x20
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Check out storage units in nearby cities:
- Goleta, CA 9 mi away from $87/mo
- Carpinteria, CA 12 mi away from $69/mo
- Ventura, CA 26 mi away from $26/mo
- Ojai, CA 26 mi away from $94/mo
- Buellton, CA 33 mi away from $90/mo
- Saticoy, CA 34 mi away from $115/mo
- Santa Paula, CA 36 mi away from $85/mo
- Oxnard, CA 36 mi away from $28/mo
- Port Hueneme, CA 39 mi away from $86/mo
- Camarillo, CA 43 mi away from $50/mo
- Santa Maria, CA 45 mi away from $32/mo
- Lompoc, CA 47 mi away from $40/mo
- Fillmore, CA 47 mi away from $69/mo
- Newbury Park, CA 48 mi away from $40/mo
- Moorpark, CA 49 mi away from $74/mo
Need more options? Browse storage units in other California cities!
- Los Angeles, CA from $15/mo
- San Diego, CA from $15/mo
- San Jose, CA from $17/mo
- Sacramento, CA from $19/mo
- San Francisco, CA from $32/mo
- Fresno, CA from $29/mo
- Bakersfield, CA from $16/mo
- Long Beach, CA from $40/mo
- Oakland, CA from $19/mo
- Stockton, CA from $19/mo
- Anaheim, CA from $40/mo
- Riverside, CA from $31/mo
- Santa Ana, CA from $20/mo
- Irvine, CA from $20/mo
- Chula Vista, CA from $17/mo
- Modesto, CA from $23/mo
- San Bernardino, CA from $35/mo
- Fontana, CA from $41/mo
- Fremont, CA from $25/mo
- Santa Clarita, CA from $31/mo
Average storage prices in Santa Barbara (updated October 2025)
With prices starting at $25, you’ll find everything from compact locker-sized units to large spaces for cars, RVs or household goods. The average monthly rate for a storage unit in Santa Barbara is $288.
Prices typically vary depending on the unit size and whether it’s climate controlled.
| Unit Size | Non-Climate-Controlled Units | Climate-Controlled Units |
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| 5x5 | $124 | $124 |
| 5x10 | $172 | $172 |
| 10x10 | $193 | $193 |
| 10x15 | $249 | $249 |
| 10x20 | $370 | $370 |
| Average (all sizes) | $222 | $193 |
Note: Street rate data provided by Yardi Matrix.
Cheap storage units in Santa Barbara
50% of local storage listings are priced below the city’s average, giving you plenty of budget-friendly options.
- Small storage units (perfect for boxes, seasonal items, or a studio apartment) start as low as $79
- Medium storage units (great for 1- to 2-bedroom homes) are available from just $187
- Large storage units (ideal for multi-room moves or business inventory) start around $370
Types of storage available in Santa Barbara
Standard Non-Climate Controlled Units: Non-climate-controlled storage units are suitable for items that aren't sensitive to humidity or temperature fluctuations. These units may be located either inside a building or outdoors – outdoor units often feature drive-up access for convenient loading and unloading.
In Santa Barbara, you can rent a non-climate-controlled storage unit for an average of $$193 per month.
Climate-Controlled Units: Climate-controlled units maintain consistent temperature and humidity levels year-round, protecting everything from electronics and wooden furniture to antiques, artwork, books and important documents.
The average rate for a 10'x10' climate-controlled storage unit in Santa Barbara is around $193 per month — a smart investment to ensure your valuables stay protected.
Vehicle Storage Options: Perfect for outdoor adventurers, seasonal travelers and classic car collectors, specialized storage spaces offer a secure place to store cars, SUVs, vans, RVs, boats and other types of vehicles.
How to choose the right storage unit in Santa Barbara
Here are a few simple things to keep in mind when choosing a storage unit in Santa Barbara:
- Think about the weather
- If you’re storing things like electronics, wooden furniture or photos, go with a climate-controlled unit to keep them safe.
- Check when you can get in
- Need late-night access? Some places offer 24/7 entry, while others stick to regular business hours. Make sure you pick a facility whose opening hours work for your schedule.
- Make sure it feels secure
- Look for places with gated access, security cameras and someone on-site. It’s your stuff — you want it protected.
- Shop around for deals
- Prices can vary a lot. It’s worth checking a few places – some even offer discounts for your first month.
- See what others are saying
- Online reviews can give you the real scoop on customer service, cleanliness, and how a facility treats its renters.
- Don’t forget about insurance
- Most storage places require it. Some offer it themselves, or you might already be covered through your renters or homeowners insurance.
Take a few minutes to check these things off your list, and you’ll be set up with a storage unit that actually works for you — without overpaying or guessing.
Frequently asked questions
How safe is self storage?
Most self storage facilities have some level of security, often including surveillance cameras and gated access. Popular security features include video surveillance and secure entry systems. Know that the facility comes with a strong security setup can give you confidence that your belongings are safe until you need them again.
What is climate-controlled storage?
Climate-controlled storage refers to a type of storage where temperature and humidity. The primary goal of climate control is to protect your belongings from environmental damage. Items that are sensitive or fragile, like furniture, appliances or antiques, aren't built to endure fluctuations in temperature and humidity. Without climate control, a standard self storage unit can expose these types of possessions to common damage like mold, mildew, rust, and corrosion.
What items cannot be put in storage?
Generally, avoid storing plants, food, live animals, hazardous and wet items among other. However, ask the facility you plan on renting from to find out the specific list of items that can't be put in storage.
Can I go to my storage unit anytime?
Access to your unit can vary depending on the facility. Some self storage locations offer 24/7 access, while others limit entry to specific operating hours that can vary. It's also a good idea to ask what their access schedule prior renting a unit to see if it matches your needs.
Methodology Note: Self storage data - including pricing and unit information - is analyzed and curated by RentCafe Self Storage. Statements reflect local market coverage and storage availability trends within the area.
Data sources: RentCafe Self Storage Research, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census.