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First Self Storage - 5119 Highway 17, Helena, AL

Self Storage, Car Storage, RV Storage 50 - 600 Sq. Ft.
★★★★★
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3.3/5 - 10 Reviews
(205) 620-5353
Location:
5119 Highway 17, Helena, AL 35080
24/7 ACCESS
All units
Small
Medium
Large
Parking
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Units Availability
Small Storage Unit
5x10
Self Storage
50 Sq. Ft.
Climate-Controlled
$70/mo
Small Storage Unit
5x10
Self Storage
50 Sq. Ft.
$55/mo
Medium Storage Unit
10x15
Self Storage
150 Sq. Ft.
Climate-Controlled
$135/mo
Medium Storage Unit
10x15
Self Storage
150 Sq. Ft.
$105/mo
Medium Storage Unit
10x10
Self Storage
100 Sq. Ft.
Climate-Controlled
$115/mo
Medium Storage Unit
10x10
Self Storage
100 Sq. Ft.
$75/mo
Large Storage Unit
15x40
Parking
600 Sq. Ft.
RV Storage
Parking
$225/mo
Large Storage Unit
12x40
Parking
480 Sq. Ft.
RV Storage
Parking
Outdoor Access
$60/mo
Large Storage Unit
12x30
Parking
360 Sq. Ft.
RV Storage
Parking
Outdoor Access
$50/mo
Large Storage Unit
10x30
Self Storage
300 Sq. Ft.
$165/mo
Large Storage Unit
10x20
Self Storage
200 Sq. Ft.
$120/mo

Amenities

  • Climate-Controlled
  • 24 hour access
  • Drive-Up Access
  • Retail Available
  • Onsite Manager
  • Security Camera
  • Gate
  • Parking
  • RV Storage

What customers are saying

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3.3/5 - 10 Reviews

Read some helpful reviews of First Self Storage at 5119 Highway 17, shared by real renters with genuine experiences and honest opinions.

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Avoid this place at all costs. The staff has no idea how the billing system works and supposedly one person is supposed to be the one dealing with auto pay and setting the ccards up in the system but they'll continue to call and ask for your credit card number over and over every month then promise you that they'll get it handled. After the 3rd time of this i canceled my account, moved out, and they kept $19.35 of my $60 deposit even though the unit was clean. No one seems to know how or why they came up with that number, but the deposit refund check comes from some other place and they "can't control it." Seriously, go somewhere else. This place is garbage. ... Read more
Joshua C. - 20 March 2024
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I had a disappointing experience with this storage company. Paying $70 a month for a small unit should come with a reasonable expectation of cleanliness. However, I was shocked to find my items covered in rat droppings. I stored furniture and power tools, and now the furniture is heavily soiled, and some power tool cords have been chewed. This resulted in a significant loss of merchandise. When I raised this issue with the front desk, their response was disheartening – "it happens a lot." This lack of accountability and disregard for customers' belongings is unacceptable. ... Read more
corey g. - 5 September 2023
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Joel B. - 1 November 2018
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Rented from them in the past. Never had an issue. They even waited 30 mins after the gate closed to let me come back and lock my unit one time.They drafted my monthly rental automatically and when I canceled they stopped. Nice people in the office too. ... Read more
Edgar A. - 3 February 2017
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Anyone in the Helena/Maylene/Pelham area. DO NOT use Helena 1st Self Storage! We went to get our stuff out of our storage building (that we had been paying for since March) and there was a hole in the roof through which water had leaked into our unit and a bunch of our stuff is ruined, including Rory's wooden play kitchen. When we got it home and opened it up, roaches spilled out of it. We contacted the owner and they said that it is not their problem, too bad. We have tried to work it out with them, but they don't care. They said that one of the clauses says that they are not liable for tornado, wind or flood damage. My response was that this damage is not due to natural disaster or circumstances, but rather, failure to maintain their property. I paid 11 months of rent to keep my belongings safe, dry and protected. We are in the process of consulting an attorney. I had to throw out bedding which was moldy, the wooden play kitchen is warped, and all the wooden playfood is ruined. Not to mention the roaches that spilled out of it when we got it home. ... Read more
Lauren H. - 23 January 2015

Overview

Located at 5119 Highway 17 in Helena, this First Self Storage facility offers a wide range of unit sizes, including small, medium, and large options. Whether you’re decluttering your home or need extra space for larger belongings, this facility provides a variety of storage solutions tailored to your needs.

With climate-controlled units, this facility is ideal for protecting temperature-sensitive items from Helena's hot summers and occasional humidity. It also features drive-up access, making loading and unloading your belongings simple and efficient. For added convenience, this facility offers 24-hour access, allowing you to retrieve your items at any time. On-site parking is available to accommodate cars, and RV storage makes this location a practical choice for RV owners needing secure storage.

Security is a priority here, with security cameras, a gated entrance, and an onsite manager providing peace of mind. This facility also includes retail options for moving supplies, making it a one-stop solution for storage and moving needs. Perfect for Helena residents seeking versatile storage options close to home.

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Storage units in nearby cities

Here is how Helena, AL, compares to other nearby cities. Overall, there are many other great self storage opportunities in the area. Pelham, AL, is just 8 miles away and has 8 storage facilities. Monthly rents there start at $35. However, you could also drive to Hueytown, AL, which is 13 miles away and which also offers storage units for as little as $59. Fairfield, AL is also just 14 miles distant. Listings there show no less than 2 facilities, with unit prices starting from $40. Looking a bit further away, storage facilities in Chelsea, AL, and Calera, AL, have multiple types of units available, with monthly costs starting at $39 and $49, respectively.

Storage units in Pelham, AL Within a 8-mile radius
8 Facilities
From $35/mo
Storage units in Hueytown, AL Within a 13-mile radius
2 Facilities
From $59/mo
Storage units in Fairfield, AL Within a 14-mile radius
2 Facilities
From $40/mo
Storage units in Chelsea, AL Within a 16-mile radius
3 Facilities
From $39/mo
Storage units in Calera, AL Within a 16-mile radius
3 Facilities
From $49/mo
Storage units in Forestdale, AL Within a 21-mile radius
3 Facilities
From $39/mo
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5 Facilities
From $19/mo
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4 Facilities
From $50/mo
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2 Facilities
From $37/mo
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1 Facility
From $102/mo
Storage units in Clay, AL Within a 33-mile radius
1 Facility
From $57/mo
Storage units in Clanton, AL Within a 33-mile radius
2 Facilities
From $49/mo
Storage units in Pinson, AL Within a 34-mile radius
1 Facility
From $64/mo
Storage units in Pell City, AL Within a 39-mile radius
4 Facilities
From $45/mo
Storage units in Springville, AL Within a 44-mile radius
1 Facility
From $35/mo

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If you want to see how your city compares to others, you can start by checking out other facilities in trending cities. A wide array of storage units can be leased in Birmingham, AL, Mobile, AL and Huntsville, AL, where sizes and amenities may vary. Monthly rents for units in these cities are as low as $14 and $7, respectively.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Storage units available at First Self Storage - 5119 Highway 17 include the following amenities: Climate-Controlled, 24 hour access, Drive-Up Access, Retail Available, Onsite Manager, Security Camera, Gate, Parking and RV Storage. Depending on what you need to put away in storage, you can discover there are some things you absolutely need, so make sure you check with the facility manager that you'll find everything you need on site.

This particular storage facility provides self storage units of different sizes, ranging from 50 to 600 square feet. Space is not an issue! If you have more belongings to store, or simply bulkier items or even vehicles, you should go for larger storage units.

You already know how much stuff you need to put in self storage, so figuring out the unit size you need is the next step. Smaller units such as 5'x5' or 5'x10' spaces can usually be filled with the amount of items you would normally store in a closet: a few chairs and lamps, sports equipment, garden tools and some boxes.

Moving on to larger sizes, imagine the 10'x10' and 10'x15' units as similar to a bedroom or a living room – larger pieces of furniture, sturdier equipment and bicycles can fit here. Finally, a 10'x20' unit has enough space for the contents of a 3-bedroom house, while the larger 10'x30' space easily accommodates the contents of a loaded semi-truck.

Monthly prices for units offered by First Self Storage - 5119 Highway 17 start from $50 and can go up to $225 for larger spaces.

Accessibility and quickness are key when it comes to storage, so drive-up storage units are generally regarded as very convenient. Pull your car right up to your storage space, load, unload, and you're good to go! However, if you're mostly storing temperature-sensitive items, you should rather consider indoor storage units.

Climate-controlled units maintain consistent temperatures and humidity levels all year round, making them perfect for all your sensitive items. Moisture and varying temperatures can damage a whole host of things, and that is why a lot of people choose to use climate-controlled units to store items like wooden furniture, electronics, artwork, documents and photographs, collectibles, antiques, etc. If the belongings you're storing are important to you, you should consider renting a climate-controlled unit.