The dynamic development of cities, increasingly smaller apartments, and the limited number of basements or storage rooms mean that more and more people in Poland are looking for flexible storage solutions. One of the answers to these needs is self storage. Although the self storage market in Poland is still developing, everything indicates that it may soon become a natural part of everyday life — just as it already is in Western European countries.
Poland vs Europe – how do we compare to other countries?
According to the 2024 CBRE and FEDESSA report, there are currently more than 9,500 self storage facilities across Europe, offering approximately 16.5 million m² of rental space. Four countries — the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Spain — continue to dominate the self storage market.
In Poland, there are currently around 200 self storage facilities, which is only a small fraction of the European market. Despite the relatively small scale, the market is developing dynamically, and interest continues to grow.
Do people in Poland know what self storage is?
Research shows that awareness of self storage services in Poland is still relatively low — only 18% of Poles declare that they know what self storage is. For comparison, in the United Kingdom this percentage is 53%, while in Sweden it reaches 36%. Importantly, however, these figures show significant growth compared to previous years.
The growing popularity of services such as storage units results both from the marketing activities of self storage operators and from real market needs — storing seasonal items, company equipment, documents, or furniture during a move or renovation.
Self storage in Warsaw – how does it work in practice?
Warsaw is one of the most developed local markets in Poland when it comes to self storage facilities. As a self storage operator in Warsaw, Cemat Box sees growing interest from both B2B clients and private individuals.
The offer includes various self storage sizes, allowing everyone to find a solution suited to their needs. Spaces range from 1 m² up to as much as 52 m². Our self storage facility is located at Wólczyńska 133 in Bielany, Warsaw, in a convenient location with easy access to major transport routes. The facility is monitored and protected 24/7, and if you have questions or would like to see a storage unit before renting, our advisors are available Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
We also encourage you to contact us through our website or directly by phone.
FAQ – frequently asked questions about self storage
- What is self storage?
Self storage is a service that allows you to rent a secure, locked storage space with 24/7 access. Customers independently store their belongings and can access them whenever they need. - What can be stored in storage units?
Most commonly, people store furniture, documents, sports equipment, tools, seasonal items, clothing, as well as inventory for businesses and e-commerce companies. - How much does self storage cost in Warsaw?
Prices depend on the location and the size of the storage unit — at Cemat Box, renting a 2 m² unit costs PLN 300 gross/month, while a MIDI 10 m² unit costs PLN 930 gross/month. - Can companies use self storage?
Yes. Self storage facilities are used by many companies that need flexible space for equipment, products, or documents.
