We were alerted to this rather nice article on MainStreet.com.
Storage 101: What Are Your Options?  is written by Althea Chang and  covers the basics of Storage and the different rates of self storage facilities around the country.

The article covers the different items and reasons why one might need a self storage unit:

“Renting storage can be a great idea if you your living space is limited and your rooms and closets are are overflowing with stuff.  Seasonal clothes, keepsakes and old toys, which you may not need right away but want to keep, are just the items to put into storage.”

What to consider when looking for a mini-storage facility:

“When choosing a storage facility, before considering climate control, security access and moving, you’ll have to decide what type of facility you want, how big you want it and where.”

We do like that she remembered Manhattan Mini Storage!

“If you’re intent on keeping your things in a small space in the big city, Manhattan Mini Storage, for example, has facilities all up and down the island with spaces ranging in size from four feet by four feet to 25 feet by 40 feet. Prices start at $29 per month, though larger spaces (the largest room being 8,000 square feet) are $1.25 per square foot per month.  The biggest rooms cost about $10,000 per month,  and rent includes phone and Internet access, electrical outlets, lighting and air conditioning.  You may also be able to get a free roundtrip taxi ride for you and your belongings.”