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Self storage units for rent in Gelsenkirchen

Looking for secure and affordable self storage in Gelsenkirchen (state: Nordrhein-Westfalen)? Click on one of the links below to compare instantly. Want insights on local providers and prices in Gelsenkirchen? Just scroll down.


Storage providers

Well-known providers operating in or near Gelsenkirchen – Store Box, SpacePlus, and Boxie24.

Storage facilities


Storage prices

In and around Gelsenkirchen, there are currently 23 storage providers with 43 facilities and 372 unique storage unit types.

Storage unit type Size Average monthly price (city) Average monthly price (country) Difference (€) Difference (%)
Small 0–5 m² € 73.22 € 96.89 € 23.68 32.3%
Medium 5–10 m² € 163.76 € 201.93 € 38.18 23.3%
Large 10+ m² € 324.77 € 393.79 € 69.02 21.3%

The average monthly price for a small unit (0–5 m²) is € 73.22, which is € 23.68 cheaper than the national average (32.3%). When looking on a price per m² basis, this equals € 30.69 per m², which is € 7.86 cheaper than the national average.

A medium-sized unit (5–10 m²) costs around € 163.76, that's € 38.18 cheaper compared to the national average (23.3%). On a m² basis, medium-sized units in Gelsenkirchen are € 21.98 per m², which is € 6.54 cheaper than on a country-level.

For large units (10+ m²), the average monthly price is € 324.77, or € 69.02 cheaper versus the national rate (21.3%). Comparing this on a m² basis, large-sized units are € 16.60 per m², which is € 1.20 cheaper versus the country average.

The cheapest storage unit in Gelsenkirchen and the surrounding area is already available for rent from € 11.25. This unit has an approximate size of 1.00 m² and 2.00 m³ and is offered by MyBox. The second cheapest unit in Gelsenkirchen and the surrounding area is for rent at a price of € 11.69. This unit has an approximate size of 1.00 m² and 2.00 m³ and is offered by Store Box.


Also check self storage in other areas nearby

The surroundings of Gelsenkirchen also offer storage rentals. Compare units in nearby areas.

Average prices in Essen are currently € 161.30, which is € 10.69 cheaper compared to Gelsenkirchen. In Herne, average prices are currently € 169.16, which means that, on average, Herne is € 2.82 cheaper versus Gelsenkirchen. Units for rent in Bochum have currently an average price of € 167.47, which is € 4.52 cheaper than Gelsenkirchen.


Frequently Asked Questions

The current average monthly rental price for a storage unit in Gelsenkirchen and its surroundings is € 171.98. Compared to the national average of € 210.86 (22.6%), this means renting in Gelsenkirchen is € 38.88 cheaper. Looking at costs per m², the average in Gelsenkirchen is € 24.36 / m², while the national benchmark stands at € 31.24 / m². Put differently, on a per-m² basis, Gelsenkirchen is € 6.88 cheaper compared to the country average (28.2%).

In and around Gelsenkirchen, there are currently 23 storage providers operating a total of 43 facilities. The largest providers are Store Box, SpacePlus, Boxie24.

In Gelsenkirchen and the surrounding area, the most affordable storage unit starts from just € 11.25 per month. This unit offers approximately 1.00 m² and 2.00 m³ and is available from MyBox.

The average rental price in Essen is currently € 161.30 per month, which is € 10.69 cheaper compared to Gelsenkirchen.

In Herne, prices average € 169.16 per month, making them € 2.82 cheaper relative to Gelsenkirchen.

For Bochum, the average unit price is € 167.47 per month, which is € 4.52 cheaper than in Gelsenkirchen.

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