Storage Space Rental Price Guide Singapore: What It Costs (2026)
Prices checked October 2026 against the published price lists of 526 contractors listed on Homees, MOM's 2025 wage data and Qanvast's 2026 report. How we price →
Renovating, between homes, or just out of space in your flat? Renting storage is a practical fix — and in land-scarce Singapore, it's more common than ever. In 2026, self-storage runs roughly **S$50–S$130/month for a locker or small unit (≈12–20 sqft)**, scaling up to **a few hundred dollars a month for room-sized units**. Movers also offer storage by the truckload from around **S$250–S$550 per load**.Here's how pricing works and how to pick the right option.
Quick answer: Small self-storage (locker to ~20 sqft) is about S$50–S$130/month; bigger rooms cost more. Mover "by-the-truckload" storage runs ~S$250–S$550 per load. Price scales with size, location and access.
Storage rental prices
| Unit / option | Typical price (2026) |
|---|---|
| Locker (~1.2m) | from ~S$50/month |
| Extra-small room (<16 sqft) | ~S$110 – S$135/month |
| Small room (~20 sqft) | ~S$80 – S$130/month |
| Medium room (50–75 sqft) | ~S$200 – S$400/month |
| Large room (100+ sqft) | S$400/month and up |
| Mover storage (per 14–15 ft truckload) | ~S$250 – S$550 |
Indicative 2026 ranges. Self-storage is billed monthly; mover storage is often per truckload for short-term reno storage. See the storage option on Homees.
Self-storage vs mover storage
- Self-storage facility — you rent a unit and have your own access (often 24/7). Best for ongoing storage, business stock, or when you want to come and go. Billed monthly; you handle transport (or add a mover).
- Mover-managed storage — your mover collects, stores and redelivers, usually priced per truckload. Best for short-term renovation storage when you just need furniture out of the way for a few weeks. Pairs naturally with your house move.
What affects the price
- Size — the biggest factor; pay only for the space you need.
- Location — central facilities cost more than those in industrial areas (Jurong, Woodlands).
- Access — 24/7 access and ground-floor/drive-up units cost more than limited-access ones.
- Climate control — humidity-controlled units (good for documents, electronics, wood furniture) cost more — worth it in our climate for sensitive items.
- Term & promos — longer commitments and first-month promos lower the effective rate; watch for minimum terms.
- Transport — factor in moving your items in and out, or a mover's collection fee.
How to keep costs down
- Right-size the unit — measure your items; don't over-rent.
- Declutter first — sell or dispose what you won't want back; you're paying to store volume.
- Pick a non-central facility if access frequency is low.
- Look for promos (first month free, long-term discounts) but check the minimum term.
- For short reno storage, compare mover-truckload storage vs a monthly unit — the truckload option is often cheaper for a few weeks.
Compare storage and moving providers on Homees.
What people actually store (and the maths of it)
The three common cases, and what they realistically cost:
- Between homes (1–4 months). Sold before you bought, or waiting for reno/BTO keys. A 4-room flat's furniture fits roughly 50–100 sqft of storage: about S$250–S$550/month in a facility, or S$250–S$550 per truckload with a mover's store-and-redeliver package. For short gaps, mover storage usually wins — no double transport bill.
- Decluttering long-term. Seasonal items, keepsakes and hobby gear in a locker to ~20 sqft at S$50–S$130/month. Do the honest maths: S$100/month is S$1,200 a year — more than re-buying many stored items. Store what's genuinely valuable or irreplaceable, sell the rest.
- Business stock. Small e-commerce operators use 20–50 sqft units (S$130–S$350/month) with frequent access — for this, location and access hours matter more than the last S$20 of rent.
Prices scale roughly linearly with floor area; central locations (Tanjong Pagar, Chinatown fringe) run 20–40% above Woodlands/Tuas-belt facilities.
Choosing a facility: the 6-point checklist
- Air-conditioned or not? Electronics, books, photos, leather and instruments need climate control in our humidity; sealed plastic-boxed textiles usually don't.
- Access hours. 24/7 access is standard at good facilities — confirm rather than assume, especially for business stock.
- Security. CCTV, individual door alarms or padlocked units, and controlled entry.
- Pest control. Ask when the facility was last treated — one neighbour's infested sofa is everyone's problem.
- Insurance. Contents usually aren't covered by default; add cover for anything you'd be upset to lose.
- Transport bundle. Many facilities partner with movers — bundled pickup is often cheaper than arranging your own lorry.
Measure your pile before renting: most first-timers rent one size larger than they need.
Packing for storage (so things come out as they went in)
Storage failures are usually packing failures. For Singapore's humidity:
- Plastic boxes beat cardboard for anything stored beyond a couple of months — cardboard absorbs moisture and invites silverfish.
- Desiccant packs (thirsty hippo-type) in every box of textiles, leather or paper; renew them if you visit.
- Wrap furniture in breathable covers, not cling film directly on wood or leather — trapped moisture marks surfaces.
- Elevate off the floor on pallets or bricks in non-aircon units; the floor is where damp travels.
- Drain and dry appliances completely (washer drum, fridge interiors, garden hoses) — a cup of leftover water becomes a mould farm in a sealed unit.
- Leave a walkway down the middle and keep an inventory photo set on your phone — future-you should retrieve one box without unstacking twenty.
- Don't store what's banned: food, liquids, flammables and anything alive; facilities inspect and evict for these.
FAQ
How much does storage rental cost in Singapore? About S$50–S$130/month for a locker or small unit (~12–20 sqft), scaling to a few hundred dollars a month for room-sized units. Mover-managed storage is ~S$250–S$550 per truckload.
Is self-storage or mover storage cheaper? For short-term renovation storage, mover "by-the-truckload" storage is often cheaper. For ongoing storage with your own access, a monthly self-storage unit is usually better.
What size storage unit do I need? Measure your items first. A small room (~20 sqft) holds the contents of a room or two; a medium room (50–75 sqft) suits a small flat's worth of furniture.
Do I need climate-controlled storage? Worth it in Singapore's humidity for documents, electronics, leather and wood furniture. For sturdy, non-sensitive items, a standard unit is fine and cheaper.
Are there minimum rental terms? Often yes — some facilities require a minimum (e.g. 1–3 months). Check before committing, especially if you only need short-term storage.
Can my mover store my furniture during renovation? Yes — many movers offer short-term storage, usually priced per truckload, and will collect and redeliver.
Prices are indicative 2026 market ranges and vary by size, location, access, climate control and term. Compare storage and movers on Homees.
