Stonecrest and Lithonia sit at the eastern edge of DeKalb County, where Atlanta's urban density starts transitioning to more suburban and exurban development. For residents with cars, RVs, boats, or work vehicles that won't fit at home, storage options exist both locally and along the I-20 corridor heading east.

The city of Stonecrest was incorporated in 2017, encompassing a large area of southeastern DeKalb County. It's home to the former Mall at Stonecrest area, significant commercial development, and a mix of residential neighborhoods.

Storage characteristics:

• Some self-storage facilities with vehicle spaces
• Limited dedicated RV/boat storage within city limits
• Commercial development has reduced available land for vehicle storage
• Generally higher land costs than areas farther east

An older, smaller city north of Stonecrest along I-20. More compact commercial core with surrounding residential areas.

Storage characteristics:

• Fewer storage options than Stonecrest
• Some older facilities converted to vehicle storage
• Proximity to I-20 makes accessing east-corridor facilities easy

Residents of Stonecrest and Lithonia face a practical choice: use local storage (shorter drive, potentially higher cost, possibly fewer options) or use facilities along I-20 in Conyers, Covington, or Oxford (longer drive, typically lower cost, more purpose-built options).

Pros:

• Convenient access
• Quick trips to check on vehicles
• Easier for frequent use

Cons:

• Limited RV-specific facilities
• Often converted self-storage with vehicle spaces added
• Potentially cramped for larger rigs
• May cost more per square foot

Pros:

• More purpose-built RV and vehicle storage
• Typically lower monthly rates
• Better space and maneuvering for large vehicles
• On the route if you travel east frequently

Cons:

• Longer drive for routine visits
• Need to account for travel time

For cars you access monthly or less: The 20-30 minute drive to a Conyers or Oxford facility barely matters. Cost savings are worth it.

For RVs you use frequently: If you're heading east for camping anyway (Stone Mountain, Lake Oconee, etc.), storing along I-20 makes geographic sense. Pick up your RV and continue in the direction you're already going.

For daily-access work vehicles: Local storage or home storage is almost always better. Adding 40-60 minutes of daily driving to work vehicle pickup/dropoff doesn't make sense.

For boats used on eastern lakes: Storing toward Conyers, Covington, or Oxford positions you between home and destinations like Lake Oconee.

• Confirm they actually accommodate vehicle storage (not all self-storage facilities do)
• Check space sizes—some facilities only have car-sized outdoor parking
• Evaluate security carefully—facilities converted from other uses may have gaps
• Visit in person; online photos often don't show the full situation

• Confirm the drive time during your typical access hours (not just Google Maps estimates)
• Look at the route—I-20 is generally good but can be slow during rush hour
• Consider whether you'll combine storage visits with other activities (shopping in Conyers, trips to the lake)

Local (Stonecrest/Lithonia area):

• Outdoor car storage: $75-125/month
• RV outdoor storage: $125-200/month
• Covered options: Limited, premium pricing when available

I-20 Corridor (Conyers to Oxford):

• Outdoor car storage: $50-100/month
• RV outdoor storage: $100-175/month
• Covered options: More available, $100-225/month

The 20-30% cost difference adds up over months and years of storage.

DeKalb County, like much of metro Atlanta, has areas with varying crime rates. When evaluating any facility:

• Check whether the facility has experienced break-ins (ask directly)
• Evaluate lighting, fencing, and gate quality
• Look at other vehicles stored there—well-maintained vehicles suggest responsible ownership and management
• Consider your own security measures (wheel locks, GPS trackers) regardless of facility security

Oxford RV Storage is located about 20-25 minutes east of Stonecrest/Lithonia along I-20. The facility offers outdoor and covered storage for cars, RVs, boats, and trailers with gated access.

For Stonecrest and Lithonia residents, it represents a middle-ground option: not local, but not dramatically far either. The drive is straightforward on I-20, and the pricing is typically lower than closer-in facilities.

Whether it makes sense depends on how often you access your vehicle, whether you're already heading east regularly, and whether the cost savings matter to your budget.