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MONTH-TO-MONTH
First Month Free + Free Lock!*
* With rental. Some restrictions apply. See Store Manager for details.
Gateway Self Storage sits on East 11th Avenue in central Columbus, right beside Auddino’s Italian Bakery and just off I-71, minutes from the Ohio State Fairgrounds, the Ohio Expo Center, and Ohio State University. We serve the Fairgrounds and Milo-Grogan neighborhoods and the wider central Columbus area with climate-controlled indoor units, drive-up access, and room for vehicles, boats, and RVs — a simple, central option whether you live or work nearby.
You’ll find us on East 11th Avenue right beside Auddino’s Italian Bakery, just off I-71 at the East 11th Avenue exit — a quick 5 to 10 minutes from most central Columbus neighborhoods.
Take the East 11th Avenue exit and look for us on East 11th Avenue next to Auddino’s Italian Bakery.
Head east on 11th Avenue for about five minutes.
Drive north on N 4th Street, then turn onto East 11th Avenue.
That keeps us within an easy reach of Weinland Park, South Linden, the University District, North Central, Amercrest, and Oriole Heights.
Here’s what you’ll find when you store with us:
Sizes run from compact lockers up to 10×30, with oversized vehicle bays up to 15×50; current sizes are shown in the unit list above on this page.
Our central location draws a real mix of Columbus. Students at Ohio State, Ohio Dominican, and Columbus State Community College store with us between semesters and when moving off campus, while homeowners in Milo-Grogan, Weinland Park, and South Linden lean on us for decluttering, moving, and renovation projects.
We’re also a practical base for local businesses keeping tools, inventory, equipment, and documents close by, and for Ohio State Fair and Ohio Expo Center vendors who need seasonal space. With room for cars, motorcycles, trailers, boats, and RVs, we cover drivers who simply need their vehicle off the street, too.
Columbus runs hot and humid in summer and cold in winter, and those swings are hard on sensitive belongings. Our climate-controlled units hold a steadier indoor environment that helps protect:
A few habits help you get the most from your unit:
We keep the property controlled and watched:
Climate-controlled and drive-up units, vehicle, boat, and RV storage, Penske truck rentals, moving supplies, dollies and hand carts, online rentals and autopay, on-site management, extra-wide drive aisles, and 24-hour video recording.
Your access hours are shown at the top of this page.
It’s recommended for electronics, wood or leather furniture, appliances, documents, artwork, and anything sensitive to temperature or humidity.
Yes — car, motorcycle, trailer, boat, and RV options, including oversized bays.
Current sizes are shown in the unit list above on this page.
Yes — we lease month-to-month.
Beyond East 11th Avenue, we’re a convenient option across central Columbus — the Fairgrounds, Milo-Grogan, Weinland Park, South Linden, the University District, North Central, Amercrest, Oriole Heights, and Iuka Ravine — with quick access from I-71. We’re minutes from the Ohio State Fairgrounds, the Ohio Expo Center, Ohio State University, and the Greater Columbus Convention Center, which makes us handy for students, vendors, and nearby businesses alike.
More Prestige Storage options around the Columbus area:
Pick your unit size from the list above and reserve online in minutes, or call our East 11th Avenue team for a hand. Ask about our current move-in specials.
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Are you unsure how much square footage you’ll need to store your things? Our self-storage unit size guide can take some of the math out of the equation of your storage experience. Check out some common unit dimensions we offer to get a better idea and visualization of what space will best accommodate all your belongings.
This storage unit is small but mighty! Our 5x5, 25-square-foot spaces are about the size of a walk-in closet and great for holding household clutter, small furniture, and seasonal items.
Ideal for storing:This storage unit size is popular because it’s so versatile and functional. Our 5x10, 50-square-foot spaces are about the size of a large shed and great for holding various items from a small apartment or all the furnishings of a bedroom or office.
Ideal for storing:This storage unit is not too big, not too small, but just right for bulky furniture or equipment. Our 10x10, 100-square-foot spaces are about the size of half of a standard garage and can fit the contents of a one-bedroom home.
Ideal for storing:Another popular choice, this storage unit is great for small families or households. Our 10x15, 150-square-foot spaces are about the size of a large bedroom and can fit the contents of a two-bedroom home.
Ideal for storing:If you’re in between moves, staging your home for selling, or planning a big remodel, this storage unit might be the one for you. Our 10x20, 200-square-foot spaces are about the size of a small garage and can fit the contents of a three- or four-bedroom home.
Ideal for storing:This storage unit is about the size of a large garage for those seeking a major space solution. Our 10x30, 300-square-foot spaces offer enough room to fit the contents of a four- or five-bedroom home.
Ideal for storing:Parking spaces and covered vehicle storage for your car, boat, or RV can keep your ride from consuming valuable space in your garage, all while shielding it from the elements—like sunshine, rain, or hail. Some of our covered parking units even include electricity, too. Find and contact a self storage facility near you for location-specific car storage availability.
