A timely solution for evolving needs
Today’s storage needs go far beyond moving house. People in Belgium are increasingly using self-storage units for:
Family transitions (separations, new baby, inheritance)
Long-term travel or temporary relocations
Home renovation or downsizing
Seasonal items (bikes, skis, garden furniture, holiday decorations)
Business stock, tools, or archived documents for freelancers, SMEs, and e-commerce sellers
A wide and accessible offer
In cities like Brussels, Antwerp, Ghent, Liège, and Namur, self-storage providers like Shurgard, CityDepot, MyBox, Boxify, and Lock’O offer a variety of unit sizes—from 1 m² lockers to over 50 m² rooms—with 7-day access, often 24/7 availability.
Facilities typically feature:
CCTV surveillance and alarm systems
Digital access codes or smart cards
Climate control options
Online booking and flexible contracts
Additional services such as packaging supplies, trolleys, parcel reception, and insurance
For both private and professional use
The business model of self-storage is based on short-term, contract-free flexibility, making it perfect for startups, craftspeople, liberal professionals, and mobile teams. Instead of committing to a long lease or renting a commercial space, professionals can scale their storage space according to their activity and save on overhead.
For individuals, the convenience of nearby, secure storage provides peace of mind during transitional periods or simply helps to reclaim living space in crowded urban homes.
A growing long-term trend
Driven by the rise of remote work, mobility, and the minimalist lifestyle, self-storage is becoming a natural extension of modern life. In Belgium, it responds to the need for more control, autonomy, and security in how we manage our possessions—both personal and professional.
