Cairns, Queensland

Self Storage Prices in Cairns

6 unit sizes from $49/month

Storage Prices in Cairns

Prices include GST. Most facilities offer the first month free or discounted.

Unit SizeDimensionsFrom/monthAverage/monthUp to/month
🔒Storage Locker

10-15 boxes

1m x 1m x 1.8m$49$75$120
📦Small Unit (4m²)

Studio/1-bed apartment

2m x 2m (4m²)$95$155$250
🏠Medium Unit (9m²)

2-bedroom home

3m x 3m (9m²)$180$270$400
🏡Large Unit (18m²)

3-4 bedroom house

3m x 6m (18m²)$280$420$600
🏢Extra Large (36m²)

4+ bedroom + garage

6m x 6m (36m²)$450$650$900
🚗Vehicle/Boat Storage

Car, boat, caravan

3m x 6m+$150$280$450

Unit size and floor position

Ground-floor and drive-up units are usually dearer because loading is easier and demand from movers and trades is stronger.

Climate control and security

Heated, humidity-managed, or alarmed units cost more monthly but are often the correct option for furniture, electronics, stock, and documents.

Promotions versus real rent

A cheap first month can hide a much higher ongoing rental rate. Compare the post-promotion monthly cost, not just the move-in special.

Local storage-market context in Cairns

Cairns storage pricing usually tracks land value and access convenience. Inner-city sites are often much dearer than edge-of-metro industrial locations for the same unit size.

Ask whether insurance, lock purchase, admin fees, and access-device charges are mandatory. Storage operators often headline rent but recover margin through extras.

If you only need short-term storage during a move or renovation in Cairns, compare self storage against container storage and removalist-managed storage before committing.

Seasonal storage advice for Cairns

Lease-end periods, university move dates, and summer relocations often tighten supply in Cairns. Earlier booking usually gives you better size choice and promotions.

Wet or freezing seasons increase the value of climate control, sealed units, and covered loading access relative to the cheapest outdoor unit.

If you plan to stay six months or longer, ask when the facility can reprice the rent. Low introductory offers often reset after the first promotional window.

Self storage in Cairns starts from $49/month. A medium unit (suitable for a 2-bedroom home) averages $270/month. Prices include GST. Most facilities offer the first month free or discounted.

A storage locker fits 10-15 boxes. A small unit fits a studio apartment. A medium unit fits a 2-bedroom home. A large unit fits a 3-4 bedroom house. When in doubt, go one size up for easier packing and access.

Most facilities in Cairns offer access 7 days a week during business hours (typically 6am-9pm). Some premium facilities offer 24/7 access with PIN code entry. After-hours access may be available at larger chains for an additional fee.