Move It Storage on W. Expressway 83 in La Feria, TX

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3401 W. Expressway 83, La Feria, TX 78559

(956) 666-8258
133 Reviews
Office Hours
Monday - Friday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday
Closed
Access Hours
Monday - Sunday
6:00 AM - 10:00 PM

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About this Facility

Self Storage Units on W. Expressway 83 in La Feria

Look no further if you are searching for a storage unit in La Feria. Move It Storage at 3401 W. Expressway 83 is your next solution! With a wide variety of features offered and a knowledgeable staff, we can meet any of your needs! Our facility is conveniently placed near Bixby and Solis, so you'll be able to access your stuff easily. Call or reserve online today and experience the best storage units near you! 

At Move It Storage, our climate controlled storage units are designed with the goal of maintaining a stable temperature environment. By aiming to prevent extreme temperature volatility, these units are ideal for items like musical instruments, fine textiles, and other sensitive goods. If you have belongings that could be affected by temperature swings, these units offer a suitable solution to help keep them in optimal condition.

We offer versatile vehicle storage options, including parking spots and garage storage units. Our parking spots are ideal for larger vehicles and are available in both covered and uncovered options to suit your specific needs. The garage-style storage is perfect for those seeking a more enclosed space for their vehicle. Whether you're looking to protect your recreational vehicle from the elements or need a secure spot for your car or boat, our vehicle storage solutions are designed to accommodate a range of requirements.

Explore the benefits of covered parking at Move It Storage, designed for optimal vehicle protection. These spaces offer shelter from weather conditions like rain, sun, and snow, ideal for maintaining the condition of your car, RV, or boat. Covered parking is an excellent choice for those seeking extra care for their vehicle, suitable for prolonged storage periods.

Your peace of mind is our top priority. We take pride in providing security measures that aim to maintain a safe environment for your belongings. Our facility is equipped with on-site security cameras, electronic gated access, a fully fenced facility, and well-lit areas. We understand the value and importance of your possessions, so we go above and beyond to maintain high-security standards at Move It Storage.

Storage Unit Sizes 

Small Self Storage Units 

Small Self Storage Units come in sizes such as 5x5, 5x10, and up to 5x15, catering to various storage needs. The 5x5 unit, ideal for those with less to store, can accommodate items like a dresser, a small bookshelf, and several boxes, similar to what you'd store in a small closet. For those with more to store, our 5x15 units are like a walk-in closet, spacious enough for a sofa, mattresses, and many large moving boxes, perfect for items from a one-bedroom apartment.

Medium Self Storage Units 

Explore our Medium Self Storage Units, from sizes 10x10 to 10x15. The 10x10 unit, about half the size of a one-car garage, can easily store two bedrooms' worth of furniture – think nightstands, bedframes, mattresses, dressers, and a mix of medium and large moving boxes. Need more space? Our 10x15 unit, similar to a small one-car garage, offers ample room for three bedrooms' worth of items or everything from a medium-sized apartment.

Large Self Storage Units 

Large Self Storage Units in sizes 10x20, 10x25, and 10x30 are designed for more extensive storage needs. The 10x20 unit, as spacious as a standard one-car garage, can store belongings from a small house or multi-bedroom apartment, including entire sets for living rooms, kitchens, and two bedrooms. Moving to a 10x25, you'll find it comparable to a large one-car garage, perfect for a car or all the furniture from a medium-sized home, such as bedroom sets, appliances, and complete living and dining areas. The largest option, the 10x30 unit, is about the size of a one-and-a-half car garage and provides ample room for everything from a 5-bedroom home, including large appliances, TVs, various sofas, dining sets, bedroom furniture, and several large boxes. 

Garage Self Storage Units 

Garage Self Storage units can come in many different sizes, but some common ones are 10x20 and 10x30. These units are perfect for parking cars or other small vehicles, with additional space available for easy access. If you're also looking to store other items alongside your vehicle, the 10x30 unit offers extra room, blending vehicle and personal storage seamlessly.

Move It Storage FAQ 

Do I need Insurance? 

Yes, insurance is a requirement for any storage unit. If you have homeowners or renter's insurance, it may also extend to your storage unit. Please check your coverage with your agent to see whether storage coverage is included or can be added to your policy. If you do not have your insurance, we require SBOA Tenant Insurance for your items. It is recommended that customers utilize our plan even if they are using their homeowners or renter's policy, as it prevents your insurance premiums from going up in the event of a claim and pays out prior to insurance claims. 

Is Month to Month Leasing Offered? 

All leases we offer are month-to-month. Whether you only need storage for a month or longer, there is no need to sign an additional lease to accommodate a greater need. Stay for as long as you will need storage without fear of lengthy commitments. While you are welcome to utilize your storage unit for less than a month, prepayment of one month is required and will not be prorated if your use is less than one month. 

What documents do I need to reserve a storage unit? 

A valid driver's license or Government-issued photo ID is required to rent a unit. 

Is There Anything I Can't Store? 

Certain items cannot be stored in your storage unit at ANY time. Here is the following list of things: 

  • Perishables 
  • Food Items, including canned/sealed goods – even water bottles 
  • Animals 
  • Stolen Property 
  • Hazardous or Flammable Materials 
  • Drugs 
  • Explosives/Firearms/Ammunition 
  • Unregistered Vehicles 
  • People/Yourself, i.e., seeking shelter from a storage unit 
  • Anything Illegal 

How can I pay my rent each month for my storage unit? 

We offer many convenient ways to pay at our locations: automatic payments can be set up, credit card, check, and cash; online, in-person, and phone payments. 

What is the difference between access hours and office hours? 

Access hours are when our customers can access their units and either load or unload them. Office hours are the hours our office is open for business. Things that you may need during office hours include rent payment – should you opt to pay in person – purchase of additional moving supplies, and transferring or vacating a unit. 

Facility Features

Access 7 Days A Week
Electronic Gate Access
Outdoor Parking
Fully Fenced Facility
Surveillance Video Recording
Well Lit Facility
Climate Controlled Units
Drive Up Units
Ground Floor Units
Indoor Units
Locks Available For Purchase
Moving Supplies Available For Purchase
Truck Rental Available
Month-to-Month Leases
No Deposit Required
Pay Online
Se Habla Espanol
Tenant Insurance Available
Manager On Site
Resident Manager
Online Leasing Available
Military Discount Available

Directions

From Business 83 W

  • Turn Right on Kubiski Rd
  • Turn Right on E Frontage Rd
  • Move It Storage will be on the right

From Business 83 E

  • Turn Left on Kubiski Rd
  • Turn Right on E Frontage Rd
  • Move It Storage will be on the right

From I-2/US-83 W

  • Take the Solis Rd Exit
  • Merge onto W Frontage Rd
  • Use Mile 3 E to get on E Frontage Rd
  • Move It Storage will be on the right

From I-2/US-83 E

  • Take Mile 3 E exit
  • Merge onto E Frontage Rd
  • Move It Storage will be on the right

Reviews

Michele Sbonek
From Google
5.0

Bobby was very helpful and made the transaction very easy and complete. Highly recommend him and the move it storage facility!

Gabriella Alejandre
From Google
5.0

Great customer service 10/10 recommend

Mario Alvarez
From Google
5.0

Great business they're running! The attention to detail is incredible! I would do a 10 stars if I could! Seeing staying with you guys for a long time! Thank you for the great service!

Ashley Sanchez
From Google
5.0

Bobby was very helpful and professional. Appreciate the information provided!

Felix Sanchez
From Google
4.0

Helpful and advisement was spot on based on our needs.

Diego Guzman
From Google
5.0

Best customer service I’ve experienced at move it self storage 3401 west expressway La Feria there with Bobby he solved my problem with wanting to move into a storage. Thank you Bobby!

monica Trevino
From Google
5.0

Been doing business with move-in storage, La Feria for a few months now, and Bobby has been such an amazing help!! Such a great person and great at his job! Thanks again Bobby! Definitely recommend

Jose Alvarez
From Google
5.0

Clean place and friendly staff. Bobby always going above and beyond to accommodate us. Thank you! 🙏

olivegarden67
From Google
5.0

Bobby really helped us out on looking for the right size storage room.Was very friendly and great customer service!

Monica Perez
From Google
5.0

The owners/employees are very friendly and caring. Very helpful as well

Veronica Perez
From Google
4.0

We've been with Move It Self Storage for awhile and we are satisfied with there service. The gentleman in the office was very helpful when we signed up.

renr garcia
From Google
5.0

Storage unit are very clean and manager Raul did an excellent job in showing me of the units and the primises

Jesus Lozano
From Google
5.0

Great place. Nice staff

Alicia Trevino
From Google
5.0

Friendly and easy process. Bob was very kind and helpful.

Julian Gonzales
From Google
5.0

Bobby at the La Feria location is always helpful with any questions or concerns we might have. Location is kept very nice and clean. Keep up the Great work Bobby.

Stacy Volkman
From Google
5.0

Friendly and had a unit I wanted close to my other unit, sweet

Dale Ball
From Google
5.0

Friendly people, clean yard. The space was advertised air conditioned. Whenever I visited, the area was always cool and comfy. They have people walking and driving over the site often, which made me feel secure with my treasures stored . Highly recommend

Samuel Garza
From Google
5.0

Great Location! Nice and Clean! Management is Great!

abel rangel
From Google
5.0

nice , clean and secure . If Im ever in need of this service again this is the place foe me.

Sonia Guajardo
From Google
5.0

Manager & staff were easy and friendly to work with. Quick process to get our storage needs handled. Rates were great! 5 Star Service

Pablo L
From Google
5.0

Friendly site manager and clean facility! Great price too!

Janie Cuellar
From Google
5.0

Manager Raul (La Feria) has ALWAYS been very professional and very helpful! I highly recommend getting a storage there!

Alvaro Martinez
From Our Website
5.0

The place is awesome for my needs with my RV. Assisted by Raul

Javier Nino
From Our Website
5.0

The Manager was literally the best! He always had a good attitude and helped me whenever I needed it! Also when I moved all my belongings out he went the extra mile and provided me with cold waters to drink! Now that’s what I call Excellent Service and an Excellent manager.

Terry Perez
From Google
5.0

Raul Is very professional, very helpful. His people skills are awesome.

Maria Perez
From Our Website
5.0

Raul has been wonderfully helpfulthrough it all so far. His people skills, customer service is wonderful.he is very professional at what he does.

Alvaro Martinez
From Our Website
5.0

I love the location and how clean and how friendly Raul was with me . He called me to tell me about the location and my reservation and if I need anything changed he would help me. He kept In Touch with from day one to when I dropped off the RV I. Person. I love the cleanliness. Thank you so much. For all the attention you all gave.

Gloria Garcia
From Our Website
5.0

They did a great job

Leonel Garcia
From Google
4.0

Great storage units.

Jose Aguilar
From Our Website
5.0

Great customer service. Clean storage unit.

HECTOR CRUZ
From Our Website
5.0

We have been using the facilities for over 8 years and have been very satisfied with both the facilities and most important the courtesy extended by Bob the manager. Totally recommend this place to anyone who values their vehicles, boats and trailers.

Robert Medrano
From Our Website
5.0

Great place to storage you trailer, clean well kept and Bobby offer A+++ service.

mike carranza
From Google
5.0

Great prices, great security, great overall facility. GM was very helpful. 👍

William E Cabrera
From Google
5.0

Great people safe place

Bryan Winton
From Our Website
5.0

Great customer service. Clean facility. Very helpful in communication, expectations, willing to work with us to help make our experience exceptional.

Lee McMillian
From Google
4.0

move it had good space ready for my crew on arrival. very helpful. sold me the clocks I needed and found me more space when I needed it, Good place

Leticia Leal
From Our Website
5.0

Helpful, courteous & attentive to my needs.

Juan Gutierrez
From Our Website
5.0

Great no time wasted

One Guy
From Google
5.0

Went in to upgrade to a bigger storage room. Raul provided professional and friendly service as always. I highly recommend this business!

Maria Guerrero
From Our Website
5.0

Super Atenciones muy buen Servicio...mil gracias ...

Dale Ball
From Our Website
5.0

All questions answered. Very flexible and polite. Billing process and sign up was smooth and easy

Manuel Trevino
From Our Website
5.0

Great facility, very convenient to get to, super clean and very well managed!

Anonymous
From Our Website
5.0

Great customer service

Raul Aleman
From Our Website
5.0

Manager was great, very knowledgeable and attentive.

Janet Hughes
From Our Website
5.0

Raul was knowledgeable, informative and helpful.

Laura Martinez
From Our Website
5.0

It was fast and easy , thank you

Melissa De Leon
From Google
5.0

We traveled to Austin Friday and the truck had great heat we enjoyed our trip.

Jose Garcia
From Google
5.0

Recently rented a storage unit in La Feria, TX. Perfect location, spacey, clean and accessible to get to our HHGs. Personnel are polite and handle themselves professional. Covid-19 protocols are followed.

Becky Zepeda
From Google
5.0

Very professional and helpful customer service in La Feria. Thank you for helping me out God bless you!!!!

Kyle Smith
From Google
5.0

Great customer service. Secure facility and good prices for storage units and trailers.

Victoria Barroso
From Google
5.0

Great location for storage at a responsible price. The location does not flood so huge plus during hurricane season.

Norberto Gomez Jr.
From Google
5.0

Great service and easy setup

Sylvia Blanco
From Google
5.0

Very friendly. Raul provided very attentive and courteous customer service.

Jesus Agado
From Google
5.0

Best storage facilities I've been to. The staff was knowledgeable and helpful when picking out a unit. Even though I just closed out my unit today, I will definitely only us Move-it in the future.

Rosie Salinas
From Google
5.0

Super clean! Convenient location on the expressway frontage road. Very reasonable fees.

Paco Ruiz
From Google
4.0

Excelente espacios para guardar todos los muebles de tu casa

Lin Fink
From Google
5.0

Always good to work with. Good service

Esmer Moreno
From Google
5.0

Great customer service awesome people to chat with especially their employee Enrique

Víctor Guillen
From Google
5.0

Locales limpios y buen sistema d seguridad

Gabriela Davila
From Google
3.0

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G&FCredit Solutions
From Google
5.0

First of all, I want to thank Valerie for going out of her way to help me. Move it storage is a great and safe place to store your personal belongings. The place is clean and convenient. I totally recommend move it storage.

Antonio Gonzalez
From Google
5.0

Great service and excellent facility. I will recommend this facility to all people looking for storage facilities.

Bertha Hernandez
From Google
5.0

Great place friendly customer service great location

Maria Luisa Olivarez
From Google
5.0

Very satisfy the storage clean. And custumer services excellent😀

Nellie Ledesma
From Google
5.0

I am new to Move It Self Storage and absolutely love their excellent customer service and clean and safe environment. Our storage room is clean and free of pests. I highly recommend this place!

Adrian Diaz
From Google
5.0

Great person working for u

Alejandro Medina
From Google
5.0

Excellent facility, clean and well kept. Have never had a problem with access to and from our storage unit. Love It!! Maria M.

Aaron Rodriguez
From Google
5.0

Really great customer service. Explained every detail thoroughly, no problems with employee. In and out within 30 minutes.

Felicia Lozano
From Google
5.0

Great customer service and maintenance of the facility. Love the ability to go to the storage without having to report the office every time all we need is our code to enter.

Lilia Garza
From Google
5.0

This place is awesome. They have the lowest prices in the valley. I like their facility because it has security and its modern.

Minerva Gonzales
From Google
5.0

Excellent customer service, very informative, great price and savings

faby martinez
From Google
5.0

Great place to rent storage! My unit was clean and the space was perfect for my stuff, even has light for when you need to go at night! Would totally recommend!

Alfredo Martinez
From Google
5.0

It is a really great place for really great prices. They are spacious and clean. Also customer service is great. I would definitely recommend it to other people.

Analy Castillo
From Google
5.0

Jose, went above and beyond for me i really recomend this place! Really good place to store your goods!

Jesse Vargas
From Google
4.0

Very clean facility just wish I had 24 hr access.

uve guzman
From Google
5.0

Great customer service by Felix very professional and knowledgeable. Facility always clean and secured. Thank you for your service and I will highly recommend to friends and family.

Amanda Segura
From Google
5.0

The person who attended my husband and I in La Feria TX Self Storage was a great person, he answered all our questions. Everything looked nice and well taken care off.

Agustin Garcia
From Google
5.0

Have been with move it self storage for a year. Awesome service! Jose Farias very professional. Very clean facility. I highly recommend to anyone. Thank you Jose Farias for great service.

Laura Rincon
From Google
4.0

Great staff. They were very helpful and the business is very clean and kept up, It feels safe even though it is located outside of town. I would recommend the units to friends and family.

Victoria Aguilar
From Google
5.0

Great and friendly customer service...

Bren G
From Google
5.0

Quick service and storage units are very clean. Reasonable prices. Joe was very friendly!

chuck flores
From Google
5.0

very helpful

Roel Villanueva
From Google
5.0

Easy and friendly experience! Facilities are excellent and very clean. Highly recommend it!

Martin Santos
From Google
5.0

excellent service by clerk Jose farias, great location clean spaces

Hector Castillo
From Google
5.0

Excellent service and facilities...Very clean and safe...Nice customer service

HDBadBoy From The Rgv
From Google
5.0

I met with Jose Farias, Asst. Manager at Move It in La Feria, TX. Joe is very knowledgeable in company services and offerings. Service was top notch and Joe was friendly and explained all the details about the rental. Rentals are clean and hours of operation are flexible. I'd recommend to a friend. Ease of use and ease of rental. J. Chapa

Rachel Gonzalez
From Google
5.0

Have been with Move It for about a year and I am very with their customer service and the storage facility is nice and well kept. Thank you,Jose Farias for your wonderful help!

Crystal Davila
From Google
5.0

Great service with Jose Farias!

Becky Ramirez
From Google
5.0

This place is awesome. Excellent customer service. Very friendly.

Cesar Davila
From Google
5.0

Joe Farias was very helpful and super quick to get our paperwork done. Nice clean place!

Ren Gar
From Google
5.0

Hello my name is Rene G from Mercedes tx. I went looking for a storage facility that would suit my. Storage needs and came across some great guys at the la feria, tx moveinstorage facility, by names of Felix, Jose, and Fernando. A bunch of great guys that are friendly and ready to help you. They explained to me about the storage facility and what they had to offer. I thought it was awesome, so i ended up rented a 10x20 storage room. Perfect for what i was looking for all this time safe and affordable. They are trusting people and have a nice great secured coded facility with cameras and fencing. I felt very comfortable with my decision. I recommend this facility to anyone looking four a 5 star stroage unit facility. Thank you. RG

Clarissa Garcia
From Facebook

I called just for prices. Felix was very helpful in trying to figure out what sized storage unit I would be needing. I made an appointment and felt very comfortable knowing my belongings would be fine. I know I won't have to worry about anything since there are surveillance cameras.

Rey Vega
From Google
5.0

Great customer service

John Moreno
From Google
5.0

Awesome Great Help Clean Location

Margo Gomez
From Google
5.0

Jose Farias has a great attitude and gives out great customer service

Marco Lugo
From Google
5.0

Joe farillas great customer service

Delia Alvarado
From Google
5.0

I have had such a great experience with Move It storage that its my second time coming back and using their services. The area is great to keep all your property safe, clean and affortable. Love it.

Vanessa Munoz
From Google
5.0

We are very happy with the entire sign up process, cleanliness of the facility, and friendliness of your staff member (Felix).

Sheila
From Google
5.0

Exceptional Service. Great Place. Close to home, so very convinient.

Rosalie Morin
From Google
5.0

never had any problems with this company. the associates have great customer service. great facility would recommend.

Rj Hopkins
From Google
5.0

Great Storage, Great customer service will recommend this to anyone.

FlyawayFever1
From Google
5.0

The storage facility is extremely clean, great customer service, awesome prices and I would definitely recommend everyone to Move it Self Storage.

Queen V
From Google
5.0

Loved the building at its cleanliness. The staff was very professional and cordial. Highly recommend.

Ramiro Ortiz
From Google
5.0

Service was outstanding. Representative that assisted us was very professional and eager to assist. Overall I rate this experience a 5 star.

Maria Magdalena Ramirez
From Google
5.0

I had a great experience because it was a friendly environment and the explanations were very helpful to help me make the right choose to met the needs I had to make. I was comfortable speaking to the person in charge because he was very professional and explained the price and showed me the storage area and took time to answer all my questions which made me feel at ease to choose Move It as my storage unit. It is a very secure place and am happy with the place. Thanks!

Sandra Velez
From Google
5.0

Professional customer service........feedback with emails and messages status on updating billing ..........excellent performance......recommended a plus * Thank you

Mary “Savvy” Arroyo
From Google
5.0

Excellent customer service, great storage facility!

Efren Trevino
From Google
5.0

Great Place to store. It really is affordable and they make it so easy to make payments over the phone.

Lorena Cantu
From Google
5.0

Customer service was great and Fernando was very helpful. The storage units are very clean. I would highly recommend this facility to anyone.

Norma Casas
From Google
5.0

Have been with the company for almost a year. Facilities are clean and Manager on site have been very helpful.

frank b
From Google
5.0

they have great service, clean units and easy access

A Cano
From Google
5.0

Our experience with Move It Storage, was awesome! it was a smooth transaction, with Fernando, he answered all our questions, and the rates are pretty awesome too. The storage units are really nice, easily accessible, and high security, we will recommend Move It Storage, to our friends and family!

LAVFW Post 6719
From Google
5.0

Fernando was excellent. He went over and beyond to help me out. He made sure that the storage was cleaned and sprayed before moving my things in. I would definitely recommend the Move It Self Storage. The service there is fast and affordable.

cindyreneeskinner
From Google
5.0

The units are clean and area seems safe.

miriam cervin
From Google
5.0

exelente servicio!!

angel lozano
From Google
5.0

Great place from customer service all the way to the units. Cleanest units I've seen all around. Manager was very helpful and patient as I was transitioning back to the valley and unsure of my unit size. Highly recommended this place to others.

Sandra Olvera
From Google
5.0

Good customer service!

Armando Badillo
From Google
5.0

good service from the assistant manager jose farias

Rene Aguilar
From Google
5.0

Joe farias was very helpful I. recommend this facility to everyone!!!!!!

Alexander Guerrero
From Google
5.0

Best storage out there!!!

Luis Lozano
From Google
5.0

everything was well explained this is my first time using a storage and my experience was great. also thanks to Joe on explaing on how to leave a review. Thank you Move it self storage.

Marcos Rios
From Google
4.0

The storage units are very nice and clean. Representative over the phone was very resourceful.

Lolita Castillo
From Google
5.0

I was very pleased with the excellent customer service I received from Jose. I will recommend this location to friends.

Veronica Perez
From Google
5.0

Excellent help from Felix and Jose. Recommended units to family members.

K Fajardo
From Google
5.0

Great service by the staff, Mr. Farias was helpful and explained everything in detail, I highly recommend this place.

Myrna I. Solis
From Google
5.0

What an amazing feeling to be assisted in such a professional and ethical way! The integrity of this amazing individual was just awesome.......I get an email notification and get on the phone right away, to get the circumstance resolved immediately......Felix your the best........there is just peace of mind in our hearts with amazing employees like you.......Thank you so much for all you.....

Ray Val Dez
From Google
5.0

Always have great experience with move it self storage employees are always friendly thank u Joe farias for ur help

Raquel Mena
From Google
5.0

Joe the best Asst.Mgr in my area was very helpful ..with my questions about the UHAUL rentals. ..so ill will be renting one to move out from my house in a couple of weeks

Alexis Medrano
From Google
5.0

Joe helped me I'm a happy customer

Dan Trevino
From Google
5.0

I was welcomed by Felix who quickly verified my reservation and helped me with the contract. he was informative,polite and answered all my questions making it a very enjoyable experience. I recommend this location

Alicia Hicks
From Google
5.0

we had a very good experience and they were very helpful and friendly.

Jose A Medrano Jr
From Google
5.0

i have had nothing but good experiences with my storage lease. its been clean and the workers have been informative and very kind i recommend this facility to anyone looking for affordable storage rooms.

Frances Burnett
From Google
5.0

the staff id friendly and helpful.