The Covington-Conyers-Oxford corridor along I-20 has grown significantly over the past decade, bringing more residents and more demand for vehicle storage. What was once clearly "outside Atlanta" now functions as extended suburbs with direct highway access to the city.

For people living in this area—or those from closer-in Atlanta looking for more affordable storage options—understanding what's available locally beats driving into the city for storage.

This area has a mix of storage options:

Self-storage facilities with outdoor vehicle spaces — Many traditional self-storage businesses (the kind with drive-up units for boxes and furniture) also rent outdoor parking spaces for vehicles. These are often basic: gravel or asphalt, perimeter fencing, shared gate codes. They can work for standard car storage but aren't specialized for vehicles.

RV and boat storage facilities — Purpose-built for larger vehicles, these typically offer better maneuvering space, higher clearances, and sometimes covered options. They also store cars, often at competitive rates since car spaces are easier to fill than RV spaces.

Private lots — Some landowners rent storage space informally. Quality varies wildly—from well-maintained lots with actual security to empty fields with a padlock on the gate.

The east Metro area generally offers better pricing than inside-the-Perimeter facilities:

Outdoor uncovered car storage: $50-100/month Covered car storage: $75-150/month RV/large vehicle outdoor: $75-175/month depending on size RV/large vehicle covered: $100-250/month depending on size

These ranges are approximations. Specific facilities vary based on their amenities, security, and how much demand they're experiencing.

Storage in this area covers a wide range. Some facilities have:

• Gated access with individual codes
• Security cameras with actual monitoring or recording
• On-site management or regular staff presence
• Good lighting throughout the lot

Others have:

• A fence and gate with a shared lock
• No cameras
• Nobody on site most of the time
• Lighting only near the entrance

Ask specifically what security measures exist. "We have a gate" isn't enough information.

Most facilities offer extended hours or 24/7 access. Some have restrictions (no access after 10 PM, no overnight access on weekends, etc.). Confirm before signing up, especially if you need to retrieve your vehicle at unusual times.

Rain drainage matters. After a heavy rain, some lots become muddy swamps. Visit after rain if possible, or ask how the lot handles water. Standing water damages stored vehicles over time and makes access unpleasant.

If you're storing anything larger than a sedan—especially SUVs, trucks, or vehicles with trailers—check that you can actually get in and out easily. Some facilities pack spaces tight to maximize rentable area.

Larger town with more commercial development. Multiple storage options available. Generally more convenient for people closer to I-285 but still wanting east-side pricing.

Known for its filming industry presence and historic downtown. Residential growth has increased storage demand. Good options available, though specific availability varies.

Small town between Covington and Social Circle. Less commercial development means fewer storage options overall, but those that exist tend to be purpose-built rather than converted spaces. Oxford RV Storage is located here.

1. What security measures do you have in place?
2. Is access controlled by individual codes or shared?
3. What are your hours, and are there any access restrictions?
4. How does the lot drain after rain?
5. Can I see the actual space I'd be renting?
6. What's your process for deactivating former tenants' access?
7. Are there any rules about vehicle condition or how long I can store?

Oxford RV Storage is a purpose-built facility in Oxford, GA that stores cars alongside RVs, boats, and trailers. The facility offers gated access with individual codes, lighting, and space designed for larger vehicles.

For residents of Covington, Conyers, Oxford, and surrounding Newton and Rockdale County areas, it's a local option worth comparing to other facilities in the area. For Atlanta residents looking east for storage, it's one of the options along the I-20 corridor.