Shared flat dissolved, temporary sublet: Temporary storage in Vienna

University is finished, the flatshare is moving out. Or: the new flat won't be free for another three months, and you are bridging the time with a temporary sublet. Perhaps a complete fresh start is on the horizon - new job, new city, new life. All these situations have one thing in common: your furniture and boxes temporarily need a home that you can't provide yourself right now. That's exactly what temporary storage is for: self storage in Vienna that adapts to your phase of life instead of the other way round.

Typical temporary situations - and what they have in common

Hardly anyone needs temporary storage forever, but many need it right when life is in motion:

• Flatshare split: Three rooms are cleared, but nobody has a new flat yet. Where to put the sofa, shelving unit and washing machine?
• Temporary sublet: The furnished interim flat is practical - but there is no room for your own furniture.
• Moving dates don't align: You have to hand over your old flat before your new one is ready.
• Time abroad: A semester or project year overseas – your household items stay safe in Vienna.
• Separation or fresh start: Sometimes things happen quickly, and your furniture needs a safe place immediately.

The common thread: you often don't know exactly how long the transition period will last. A rigid tenancy agreement with a long commitment is the last thing you need.

Why self storage is the ideal temporary storage solution

A storage unit in Vienna from Squarefoot is designed for precisely this uncertainty. The minimum rental period is just 30 days, after which you can cancel monthly. If flat hunting takes longer than planned, your unit simply extends month by month – with no need for a new contract. And if things go faster than expected, you can move out just as quickly.

Then there's the convenience: with around 29 locations across many Viennese districts, you'll find temporary storage right where your life is taking place – check out our page featuring all self storage locations in Vienna. That way, you can reach your things whenever you need something from storage.

How much space does a shared room or small flat need?

The good news: stored furniture takes up far less space than lived-in rooms. Dismantled, stacked and cleverly packed, the contents of a shared room usually fit into a compact unit, and even a small flat doesn't require a huge space. A few guidelines:

• Boxes, clothes and personal belongings: a small locker is enough.
• A complete shared room with bed, wardrobe and desk: a compact storage unit is usually sufficient.
• An entire flat: a medium to larger unit depending on the furnishings.

You can see clear pricing for every size on our page about self storage costs. Tip: start smaller and upsize if needed – that way you never pay for empty air.

Practical tips for temporary storage

Temporary storage works best if you pack it from the start so that you can still find everything even after weeks. These steps have proved their worth:

• Disassemble furniture: Beds, shelving and tables take up only a fraction of the space when dismantled. Tape screws in labelled bags to the respective piece of furniture.
• Label boxes: During the transition period, you often need individual items – clear labelling saves you a major search party.
• Leave an aisle free: Place frequently used items at the front and leave narrow access to the rear boxes.
• Protect fragile items: Cover upholstered furniture and mattresses with blankets or covers, and wrap delicate items carefully.

Summary: Flexibility for the time in between

Transitional phases are stressful enough – your belongings should be the least of your worries. Instead of asking friends for cellar space or selling furniture in a hurry, simply park everything in a storage unit for a few weeks or months and decide at leisure what happens next. With temporary storage from Squarefoot, you know your furniture is stored safely and dryly while you take care of house hunting, starting a job or a fresh start. Currently, new customers even get their first month for 1 euros (with a two-month minimum rental period). It's best to book online the right storage unit straight away – your temporary storage is ready to go in just a few minutes.