Public Storage
Merrillville Public Storage offers gated RV, boat, and vehicle storage with 24/7 access and a 4.9-star rating from nearly 1,000 reviews.
Merrillville, IN
Car & Vehicle Storage in Merrillville, IN
Merrillville sits just off I-65 in Lake County, close enough to Chicago that a lot of rigs pass through and plenty stay. The city has 3 car and vehicle storage facilities on file, averaging 4.9 stars across hundreds of reviews, plus 3 more nearby. Two of them keep the gate open 24/7, which matters when you pull in after dark on a Friday.
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3Facilities listed
4.9★Average Google rating
224/7 gate access
3More within 30 miles
Facilities in Merrillville
Extra Space Storage
Merrillville self-storage with vehicle and boat parking, rated 4.8 stars across 65 Google reviews.
Self-Storage at U-Haul
Merrillville U-Haul site with indoor and outdoor RV and boat storage, 24/7 access and cameras.
Nearby options
Within a short drive of Merrillville. Many owners store a town or two away to save on the monthly rate.
Self-Storage at U-Haul
U-Haul self-storage in Schererville with indoor and outdoor RV spots, cameras, and 24/7 access.
Gary RV and Boat Storage
Fenced outdoor RV and boat storage in Gary with 24/7 access and helpful staff.
Self-Storage at U-Haul
RV and boat storage in Schererville with indoor and outdoor options and a helpful staff.
What you can rent here
Of the 3 facilities, 2 offer indoor bays and 2 have outdoor space, with 1 covered option in the mix. That spread suits different rigs. An indoor bay keeps sun and hail off the gel coat and spares you the spring scrub. Outdoor space costs less and works fine for a trailer or a boat you launch often. One facility here also handles boats, so if you tow something that floats, ask about it when you call. Public Storage on the list carries covered, indoor, outdoor, boat and vehicle types, and it is gated and lit. Self-Storage at U-Haul adds cameras and a wash bay, which is handy before you park.
Pick by how you use it
Think about your habits before you commit. If the rig sits from October to April, an indoor bay earns its keep. If you head out most weekends, a lit outdoor spot near the gate saves you shuffling around someone else's motorhome. Two of the 3 facilities here offer 24/7 gate access, so a late return does not mean sleeping in the truck. Check gate hours in writing and confirm the height clearance on any covered or indoor space. Measure your rig with the roof vents and AC unit included, not just the brochure number. Then ask about the surface, since gravel and dirt can turn soft after a hard rain.
Ratings worth reading
Public Storage holds a 4.9 average over 967 reviews, and that volume tells you something. Extra Space Storage sits at 4.8 across 65 reviews, and Self-Storage at U-Haul shows a 5.0 from 6. Small sample sizes cut both ways, so skim the actual comments for gate trouble, water in the bay, or a manager who returns calls. Before you sign, walk the property at the hour you will usually arrive. Ask what happens if your access card fails on a Sunday. Confirm whether the facility wants proof of insurance on the vehicle, and carry coverage on the rig itself even while it sits. A dead battery from a long sit is common, so a maintainer is cheap insurance against a no-start.
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Nearby cities
- Schererville, IN (3 listed · 7 mi)
- Cedar Lake, IN (4 listed · 9 mi)
- Chicago Heights, IL (2 listed · 18 mi)
- Alsip, IL (5 listed · 25 mi)
- Michigan City, IN (2 listed · 28 mi)
- Bridgeview, IL (2 listed · 30 mi)
- Chicago, IL (35 listed · 33 mi)
- Cicero, IL (2 listed · 34 mi)
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Questions people ask
How many car and vehicle storage facilities are in Merrillville?
There are 3 facilities in Merrillville, with 3 more listed nearby. Their average rating is 4.9 stars. Two offer indoor bays, 2 offer outdoor space, 1 has covered parking, and 1 handles boats.
How many of these facilities have 24/7 gate access?
Two of the 3 facilities in Merrillville list 24/7 gate access. Public Storage and Self-Storage at U-Haul both carry that feature. Confirm the details when you call, since gate systems can change.
Can I store a boat in Merrillville?
Yes. One facility here lists boat storage, and that same business handles covered, indoor, outdoor and vehicle types. Ask about trailer parking and launch access before you book, since boat space fills quickly in summer.
What should I check before signing a storage agreement?
Walk the property at your usual arrival hour. Confirm gate hours and height clearance for covered or indoor bays. Ask about the surface and drainage, whether insurance on the vehicle is required, and how to reach someone if your access card fails.