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Independent vs Rent a Space: Storage Prices Compared

7 size categories compared · Updated October 2026
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Independent is cheaper overall

Independent wins on price in 4 of 7 size categories.

As of October 2026, Independent operates 47 facilities while Rent a Space has 15. For medium units, Independent averages $227/month vs Rent a Space at $284/month. Independent is cheaper on average across most size brackets.

Independent
Facilities 47
States NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA
Brackets won 4 of 7
Rent a Space
Facilities 15
States NSW
Brackets won 1 of 7

Price Comparison Score

Independent: 4 wins Rent a Space: 1 wins

Price Comparison by Unit Size

Size Independent Rent a Space Cheaper
Locker (< 2 m²) $69/mo avg
42 units at 26 facilities
 $60/mo avg
24 units at 14 facilities
 RAS
13% cheaper
Small (2–5 m²) $151/mo avg
120 units at 35 facilities
 $167/mo avg
85 units at 15 facilities
 IND
10% cheaper
Medium (5–10 m²) $227/mo avg
170 units at 42 facilities
 $284/mo avg
115 units at 15 facilities
 IND
20% cheaper
Large (10–20 m²) $386/mo avg
156 units at 38 facilities
 $486/mo avg
132 units at 15 facilities
 IND
21% cheaper
Extra Large (20–40 m²) $540/mo avg
33 units at 18 facilities
 $879/mo avg
28 units at 9 facilities
 IND
39% cheaper
Garage+ (40+ m²) $1210/mo avg
4 units at 4 facilities
 Not available —
Vehicle / Parking $310/mo avg
9 units at 6 facilities
 Not available —

Suburbs Where Both Operate

Compare Independent and Rent a Space prices in these suburbs where both have facilities nearby.

Alexandria
NSW 2015
Annandale
NSW 2050
Artarmon
NSW 2064
Auburn
NSW 2144
Balgowlah
NSW 2093
Balmain
NSW 2041
Box Hill
NSW 2765
Brookvale
NSW 2100
Campbelltown
NSW 2560
Camperdown
NSW 2050
Caringbah
NSW 2229
Carlton
NSW 2218
Castle Hill
NSW 2154
Chatswood
NSW 2067
Chullora
NSW 2190
Darlington
NSW 2008
Dee Why
NSW 2099
Eastgardens
NSW 2036
Fairfield
NSW 2176
Frenchs Forest
NSW 2086

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Independent or Rent a Space cheaper?
Based on national average prices, Independent is cheaper than Rent a Space across the majority of unit size categories. However, prices vary by location — compare prices in your specific suburb for the most accurate result.
How many locations do Independent and Rent a Space have?
Independent has 47 facilities with available pricing, while Rent a Space has 15. Facility counts reflect locations where we have current pricing data.
Which states do Independent and Rent a Space operate in?
Independent operates in NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA. Rent a Space operates in NSW.
Which is better for a medium storage unit — Independent or Rent a Space?
For medium units (5-10 m²), Independent averages $227/month and Rent a Space averages $284/month nationally. Independent is the cheaper option on average for this size.
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