Comparison Guide: Atlanta Car Storage Pricing
Car storage pricing in Atlanta follows predictable patterns based on location, storage type, and facility quality. Understanding these patterns helps you evaluate quotes, identify outliers (suspiciously cheap or unjustifiably expensive), and find fair pricing for your situation.
Pricing Overview
Atlanta Metro Average Ranges (2024)
Outdoor Uncovered:
- Low: $50-75/month (outside I-285, basic facilities)
- Typical: $75-125/month
- High: $125-175/month (inside I-285, premium facilities)
Covered Storage:
- Low: $75-100/month (outside I-285)
- Typical: $100-175/month
- High: $175-250/month (inside I-285, premium)
Indoor (Non-Climate-Controlled):
- Low: $125-175/month
- Typical: $175-300/month
- High: $300-450/month (premium facilities)
Indoor Climate-Controlled:
- Low: $250-350/month
- Typical: $350-500/month
- High: $500-800+/month (collector car facilities)
Pricing by Location
Inside I-285 (In-Town Atlanta)
Premium location = premium pricing:
- Land costs are high
- Space is limited
- Demand exceeds supply
Typical rates:
- Outdoor: $100-150/month
- Covered: $150-225/month
- Indoor: $225-400/month
Where: Midtown, Buckhead, West Midtown, Downtown, and surrounding areas
Just Outside I-285
Moderate pricing:
- More space available
- Still convenient to city
- Good balance of cost and location
Typical rates:
- Outdoor: $75-125/month
- Covered: $100-175/month
- Indoor: $175-300/month
Where: Sandy Springs, Dunwoody, Decatur, Brookhaven borders, East Point
I-20 Corridor East (Conyers to Oxford)
Value pricing:
- Lower land costs
- Purpose-built facilities with space
- Growing area with good options
Typical rates:
- Outdoor: $60-100/month
- Covered: $85-150/month
- Indoor: Limited, varies
Where: Conyers, Covington, Oxford, Lithonia, Stonecrest
Northern Exurbs (Buford, Cumming, Alpharetta edges)
Variable pricing:
- Some affordable options
- Some premium facilities
- Depends on specific area
Typical rates:
- Outdoor: $65-115/month
- Covered: $90-165/month
Southern/Western Suburbs
Generally moderate:
- Varies by specific area
- Less consistent patterns
Typical rates:
- Similar to I-20 corridor in less developed areas
- Similar to inside-Perimeter in developed suburbs
What Affects Pricing
Storage Type (35-50% of Price Variation)
Moving from outdoor to covered adds 25-50% Moving from covered to indoor adds 40-75% Moving from indoor to climate-controlled adds 30-60%
Location (25-40% of Price Variation)
Inside I-285 adds 25-50% vs. same facility type outside Premium neighborhoods add additional premium Rural locations may be 15-25% below suburban prices
Facility Quality (15-25% of Price Variation)
Well-maintained facilities with good security command higher rates Professional operations charge more than casual lots Reputation and reliability justify premium pricing
Market Conditions (10-15% Variation)
Peak demand (before summer, before holidays) may mean tighter availability New facilities entering market can affect local pricing Economic conditions affect overall demand
Evaluating Price Quotes
Is This Price Fair?
Compare to ranges above. Prices significantly outside these ranges warrant questions:
Suspiciously cheap: What's wrong? Poor security? Bad drainage? Going out of business?
Seemingly expensive: Is there additional value? Premium location? Superior security? Services included?
What's Included?
Standard inclusions:
- Parking space
- Gate access
- Basic lighting
May be extra:
- 24/7 access (vs. limited hours)
- Electrical for battery maintainer
- Dump station access (RVs)
- Higher-security areas
Hidden Costs
Always ask about:
- Setup/admin fees ($25-75 common)
- Deposits (often 1 month, refundable)
- Insurance requirements (may add $10-25/month)
- Payment processing fees
Sample Budget Calculations
Budget Storage (Daily Driver)
Facility: Outside I-285 outdoor Rate: $75/month Admin fee: $35 (one-time) Year 1 total: $935 Subsequent years: $900/year
Mid-Range Storage (Nice Vehicle)
Facility: Quality covered, outside I-285 Rate: $135/month Admin fee: $50 (one-time) Year 1 total: $1,670 Subsequent years: $1,620/year
Premium Storage (Luxury Vehicle)
Facility: Indoor, inside I-285 Rate: $275/month Admin fee: $75 (one-time) Deposit: $275 (refundable) Year 1 total: $3,650 ($3,375 net if deposit returned) Subsequent years: $3,300/year
Where Oxford RV Storage Fits
Oxford RV Storage offers pricing consistent with I-20 corridor rates:
- Outdoor storage at the lower end of Metro-wide ranges
- Covered storage at competitive rates
- East-Metro location provides value over inside-Perimeter options
For specific current rates, contact the facility—pricing changes and specific quotes depend on space availability and vehicle size.


