Gloucester City Storage gives families a nearby place to keep furniture and belongings while they downsize or settle an estate. Drive-up 17 × 10 units are $199 a month and 10 × 20 units are $224, plus tax, with 24/7 access and the rate locked for 12 months.
When storage helps during a downsize
Emptying a home that someone has lived in for decades rarely happens on a neat schedule. Storage gives you breathing room when:
- A parent is moving to a smaller home, an apartment or senior living, and the new place can’t hold everything
- The house is going on the market and needs to be cleared for showings
- An estate is being settled, and relatives need time to choose what they want
- Family members live out of town and can only come in on certain weekends
A simple way to sort without rushing
- Take out the essentials first. Important papers, jewelry, photos and anything irreplaceable should stay with a family member, not in storage.
- Photograph and list the larger pieces so relatives can see what’s available without a trip.
- Label boxes by person or by decision: “Keep,” “Donate,” or a family member’s name.
- Move the “decide later” items to the unit. That frees up the house while giving everyone time.
Which size do I need?
| You’re storing | Start with | Monthly rent |
|---|---|---|
| A smaller home, an apartment, or a partial cleanout | 17 × 10 ft (170 sq ft) | $199 + tax |
| The furniture from a three- or four-bedroom home | 10 × 20 ft (200 sq ft) | $224 + tax |
One less thing to worry about
Downsizing is emotional work, and the logistics shouldn’t add to it. Our units are at ground level with drive-up access, so there’s no carrying grandma’s dresser up a flight of stairs or down a long hallway. The gate is open 24/7 for weekend visits, and your monthly rate stays the same for 12 months while the family works things out.
Call or text (215) 888-0468 when you’re ready. We’ll walk you through it and set up a tour. If you’re also moving, see moving storage.
Written by the Gloucester City Storage team · Updated November 2026