How Much Does a Storage Unit Cost in Winston-Salem, NC?

Storage Star runs two storage facilities in Winston-Salem, and here's something unusual about them: they're less than a mile apart. That's rare for a two-location market, and it means the usual "which location is closer to me" question matters less here than the question of which facility actually has the unit type, size, and price point you need.

Pricing throughout this guide reflects rates published as of September 2026. Storage unit costs shift with availability and season, so treat these numbers as a reference point and confirm current rates directly on each facility's page before booking.

This guide breaks down current pricing at both storage facilities, what drives the differences between them, and how to think about vehicle and climate-controlled storage costs specifically for Winston-Salem's climate. If you're still narrowing down what size you need, our full storage unit size guide can help you compare dimensions across every unit type.

One quirk of comparing two facilities this close together: prices don't always track the way you'd expect. A unit at one location can cost more than the "same" unit at the other, even though they're a two-minute drive apart, simply because one facility happens to be fuller than the other that week. The numbers below are a snapshot, not a guarantee — W Clemmonsville Rd and W Pt Blvd each publish live availability, and that's the number that actually matters when you're ready to book.

Winston-Salem Storage Locations: What Sets Storage Star Facilities Apart

Given how close together these two facilities sit, near the Hope Church Rd corridor on Winston-Salem's southwest side, the deciding factor usually isn't distance. It's inventory.

W Clemmonsville Rd (2589 W Clemmonsville Rd) carries the deeper bench of climate-controlled sizes, running from a small storage unit like a 5x5 closet-sized space up through 10x15, alongside its non-climate and drive-up options. It sits across from Twin City Sweets and serves Ardmore, West Salem, and Wilshire particularly well.

W Pt Blvd (3935 W Pt Blvd) is built more around drive-up convenience and scale. It has larger climate-controlled units, up to 20x25, plus dedicated commercial, office, and warehouse space for contractors and small businesses. It sits near South Atlantic Packaging and is the closer option if you're coming from Williamsburg Square or need to be near Forsyth Technical Community College.

Practically, that means: if you're storing a handful of boxes and want climate control without paying for a bigger unit than you need, W Clemmonsville Rd likely has more size options. If you're storing a truck's worth of equipment, opening a small business storage account, or need a large drive-up bay, W Pt Blvd is built for that.

What You'll Pay: Current Storage Unit Costs at Both Locations

The table below reflects web rates as of September 2026. As with any storage unit size, pricing depends on availability at the time you book, so use this as a planning reference rather than a locked-in quote.

Web rates run well below standard walk-in pricing at both locations - showing the importance of booking online - and current promotions rotate by unit and season. Depending on what's available when you book, that can mean a $1 move-in offer or 50% off your first month. Since these promotions change frequently, check the live listing for your unit size rather than assuming a specific offer applies.

How Much Does Climate-Controlled Storage Cost in Winston-Salem?

The premium for climate control is usually modest: at W Clemmonsville Rd, moving from non-climate to climate-controlled on a 5x5 adds about $7/month; at W Pt Blvd, a comparable 5x10 upgrade runs about $5/month. Climate-controlled storage units at both Winston-Salem locations hold a steady range, generally 55 to 80 degrees, regardless of what's happening outside.

Whether that small upcharge is worth it depends on what you're storing. North Carolina's Piedmont region swings hard between muggy, triple-digit-heat-index summers and freezing snaps in winter, and that swing is what actually causes damage — not heat or cold on its own, but the repeated expansion and contraction as temperature and humidity change.

Wood furniture takes the brunt of it: joints loosen and finishes crack as the material swells and shrinks with the seasons. Paper goods — photos, documents, books — absorb ambient moisture and can warp, yellow, or grow mold in a matter of months. Electronics are sensitive in the other direction, since humidity corrodes internal components and connectors over time. Leather dries and cracks in low humidity, then molds in high humidity, so it takes damage either way a standard unit swings.

For anything wood, paper, leather, or electronic that you'd actually miss if it were ruined, that small monthly premium is worth paying against the alternative.

If what you're storing is mostly plastic totes, sports gear, or holiday decorations in sealed bins, none of this applies — a standard unit will hold up fine.

Vehicle Storage, Car Storage, and RV Storage Costs

The fastest way to overpay for vehicle storage is renting by vehicle type instead of by actual dimensions. A "truck" can mean a compact pickup or a full-size crew cab with six extra feet of bed and cab combined, so the type alone doesn't tell you much. What matters is the total footprint: length bumper-to-bumper (or trailer hitch to bow, for a boat), plus a few extra feet for mirrors and for actually opening doors and maneuvering once it's parked.

As a rough starting point, once you have that number: 

• a standard motorcycle or a golf cart typically fits in a 5x10
• compact cars can fit in a 10x15
• sedans and crossover SUVs can fit in a 10x20
• mid-sized SUVs and small pickup trucks fit in a 10x25
• full-sized SUVs and trucks fit in a 10x30 or larger
• boats with trailers generally run 25 to 30 feet in combined length, and RV storage or campers often need a 20-plus-foot space, depending on class.

What Actually Moves the Price of a Storage Unit

Two identically sized units at two different Winston-Salem facilities can carry different rates, and it usually comes down to a few overlapping factors: how full each facility is at the moment, whether the unit sits on the ground floor or requires drive-up access, and whether climate control is included.

Occupancy is the biggest lever. When a facility is running near capacity, remaining units — especially popular mid-size options like 10x10 and 10x15 — tend to price higher. Forsyth County's steady population growth keeps demand fairly consistent year-round, with predictable spikes around the spring and summer moving season, so booking a few weeks ahead of a move rather than the week of tends to open up more size and price options.

Other Self-Storage Price Considerations

While you may be able to find cheap storage units in the Winston-Salem area, there are additional fees that will impact the price you pay:

• Extra Fees: Many self-storage facilities charge a one-time administrative fee to get your unit ready and to set your account up in the system.
• Insurance: Insurance is often required when renting self-storage, and if you do not have a homeowners or renters policy that covers stored goods, you’ll have to add on a self-storage facility’s protection plan. Many of these plans are budget-friendly, though, starting at around $15/month.
• Late fees: If you are delinquent on paying your rent, a late fee may be added to your account. To avoid these, it is recommended to set up autopay.

A self-storage facility with advanced amenities, such as modern security features and surveillance cameras, may come at a premium. While additional fees will not be added to your monthly rent, the base you pay may be slightly more than other, less secure options. But, in the end, security of your belongings is imperative, so it is worth the cost.

What Winston-Salem Renters Say about Storage Star

Don't just take our word for it. Winston-Salem tenants have a lot of great things to say about our Winston-Salem storage facilities:

"We arrived to discover the space rented was too small. Mary was on site and was EXTREMELY helpful in helping us get a unit that worked and was very professional. I appreciate the fact that someone is always on site." — Tom K., W Clemmonsville Rd

"Christal was great, help all the way. Sales experience is evident and easy for her." — Harry W., W Pt Blvd

Ready to Compare Units?

Between the two facilities, Winston-Salem renters have access to nearly every combination of size, climate control, and access type within a mile of each other. Browse current availability at W Clemmonsville Rd or W Pt Blvd to see live pricing and reserve online.