Living in a compact Vancouver condo often means making tough choices about what to keep and what to let go. Or worse. Sometimes you can't even start that hobby you've always wanted to because there's nowhere to store gear.
In a city where space comes at a premium, many condo residents find themselves dreaming of owning larger items like kayaks or rooftop tents but are deterred by the lack of storage space. Traditional solutions, such as renting a storage unit, often come with super Vancouvery price tags because it's all related to our spicy real estate market.
Let's crunch the numbers. In Vancouver, renting a storage unit large enough to accommodate a 7-foot kayak can set you back anywhere from $250 to $300 per month, depending on the location and amenities. Over the course of a year, that adds up to a significant expense that probably exceeds the cost of the item itself. Yikes.
Okay, how about just using your condo amenities? For safety purposes, many strata rules prohibit residents from storing large items like kayaks or rooftop tents on their balconies or in parking spaces. Some of the new builds don't even offer storage units within the building anymore because the city and developers are keen to maximize the number of dwellings in their developments instead.
You might be asking what's the point of living in Vancouver if you're unable to pursue hobbies or enjoy the outdoor adventures that make living here worthwhile? Well, we're not out here just writing another post about how awful Vancouver can be. There's a better way: single item storage offers an affordable, flexible way to store those bulky items. With a Cache Plan, you can break free from the limitations of modern condo living and embrace a lifestyle that's as adventurous and fulfilling without breaking the bank.
You can select a plan that fits your needs or get a totally personalized solution if you've got some weirdly shaped things to store. One of our storage pros will be happy to help🙂
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