Storage contracts and price rises
StoreLocal publishes two agreements, one for sites it manages and one for sites it owns (a lease). No location page says which applies, so each term below gives both. The parts of a storage agreement that change what you pay: how much notice to leave, what is refunded, how much warning of a rise, and fees. Quoted from each operator's own terms, read in November 2026.
| Term | StoreLocal | Fort Knox Self Storage | Wilson Storage | Public Self Storage | Roomia | Troon Self Storage | Storage Box Self Storage | Store It Cheap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notice to leave |
30 days (managed sites) or one month (owned sites). Managed sites: the period in your schedule, or 30 days if it sets none. Owned sites: one month. The location page does not say which agreement it uses, so ask.
Operator's wording (2)the termination notice period is 30 daysstorelocal.com.au terms, read 8 Nov 2026 at least one month's notice to the otherstorelocal.com.au terms, read 8 Nov 2026 |
Its pages disagree: 7 days before your billing date (FAQ and facility rules) or 30 days (the standard agreement, where your schedule sets no period). The FAQ asks for 7 days before your monthly billing date. The standard agreement it uses says 30 days where your schedule sets no period, so check your schedule.
Operator's wording (2)need just 7 days notice that you are leaving, prior to your monthly recurring billing cycleFort Knox FAQ, read 8 Nov 2026 the termination notice period specified in the Schedule or, where no such period is specified, the termination notice period is thirty (30) daysStandard storage agreement Fort Knox links, read 8 Nov 2026 |
28 days. Promotional customers pay the 28-day notice period even if they leave early.
Operator's wording (1)must provide and pay a 28 days notice period, even if they vacate earlywww.wilsonstorage.com.au promotion terms (at the foot of its privacy policy page), read 8 Nov 2026 |
14 days, in writing. Public states this in its online-offer terms.
Operator's wording (1)14 Day's notice is required in writing prior to the day of vacatingpublicselfstorage.com.au promotion terms, read 8 Nov 2026 |
14 days, in writing. Either side can end the lease once the first month is over. Roomia's refund policy asks for a month's notice so the lease ends at the start of a billing cycle.
Operator's wording (2)A party may, one month after the Commencement Date, and by not less than fourteen days’ written notice to the other party, terminate this Lease.Roomia Terms of Service (lease), read 8 Nov 2026 We encourage you to provide a months notice when deciding to vacate your storage unit to enable termination at the beginning of a new billing cycle.Roomia refund policy, read 8 Nov 2026 |
14 days. By email or by speaking with the team; the unit must be emptied and cleaned.
Operator's wording (1)You’ll need to provide 14 days’ notice to your facility either by sending an email or speaking with our team.Troon FAQ, read 8 Nov 2026 | Not published by the operator. Ask how many days' notice, and whether in writing. |
14 days. Leave the unit empty and clean and return the key; the account is then reconciled and any refund credited.
Operator's wording (1)There is a 14-day notice period for vacating your unit.Store It Cheap FAQ, read 8 Nov 2026 |
| Refund if you leave early |
Managed sites refund only whole months not yet started. The owned-site lease has no refund clause for rent.
Operator's wording (1)Storage Fees paid by You in advance for any future whole month that has not yet commencedStoreLocal managed-site terms, read 8 Nov 2026 |
Only whole months not yet started are refunded; part months are not. With a special, nothing is refunded in the first 2 months.
Operator's wording (2)Please note, partial month Storage Fees will not be refunded.Fort Knox FAQ, read 8 Nov 2026 We will refund or set off (as applicable) the amount of any Storage Fees paid by You in advance for any future whole month that has not yet commencedStandard storage agreement Fort Knox links, read 8 Nov 2026 | Not published by the operator. Ask whether unused days are refunded when you leave. |
No refund if you leave during an offer's discount period (with the $1 offer, during the first 2 months).
Operator's wording (1)If you vacate during the discount period you will not be entitled to a refund.Public store terms, read 8 Nov 2026 |
Refunds are for whole months; rent paid ahead is refunded at the store manager's discretion.
Operator's wording (2)Approved refunds will be issued for a full month’s rental.Roomia refund policy, read 8 Nov 2026 Any rental fees paid in advance at the time of vacate is to be refunded to the customer at the discretion of the of the store manager.Roomia refund policy, read 8 Nov 2026 | Not published by the operator. Ask whether unused days are refunded when you leave. | Not published by the operator. Ask whether unused days are refunded when you leave. | Not published by the operator. Ask whether unused days are refunded when you leave. |
| Fixed period |
Both agreements start with a fixed period set in your schedule (managed sites: 30 days if none is set). Rent can rise only after it ends.
Operator's wording (2)where no such period is specified, the minimum storage period of 30 days, commencing on the date of this AgreementStoreLocal managed-site terms, read 8 Nov 2026 any time after the expiry of the Fixed Period but must provide at least 28 days' notice of any increaseStoreLocal owned-site lease, read 8 Nov 2026 |
The shortest stay is 1 month; with a special, 2 months paid up front.
Operator's wording (1)The minimum time that you can store for is 1 month.Fort Knox FAQ, read 8 Nov 2026 |
No fixed period published; with a promotion, at least 2 months.
Operator's wording (1)A minimum two month stay is required on any promotion.Wilson promotion terms (foot of its privacy policy page), read 8 Nov 2026 |
No fixed period published; the $1 offer, and the 50% offer at Braybrook, need at least 2 months.
Operator's wording (1)A minimum of 2 months stay is required to be eligible for the discount.Public promotions page, read 8 Nov 2026 |
The shortest stay is 1 month; no admin or sign-up fees.
Operator's wording (1)While there is no long-term commitment required, the minimum rental period is one month.Roomia location page FAQ, read 8 Nov 2026 |
The shortest stay is 1 month, then it rolls over monthly.
Operator's wording (2)We require a minimum of one month’s storage; you can stay for as long as you need beyond that.Troon FAQ, read 8 Nov 2026 Once your contract commences, it rolls over monthly, and you are able to extend that period as long as you require.Troon FAQ, read 8 Nov 2026 | Not published by the operator. Ask whether there is a minimum or fixed period. |
Bookings pay 3 months up front; the minimum term is 1 month and the unused part of those 3 months is refunded.
Operator's wording (2)Month-by-month bookings require 3 months payment upfront.Store It Cheap price page, read 8 Nov 2026 Minimum term 1 month (we refund what you don't use of the first 3 months).Store It Cheap home page, read 9 Nov 2026 |
| Deposit |
No deposit. StoreLocal's location pages and booking cards both say so. Its two agreements still have deposit clauses; if you are asked for one, ask why.
Operator's wording (4)We don't charge deposits, no lock in contract.StoreLocal location page, read 8 Nov 2026 Quick and easy, requires no depositStoreLocal booking card, read 8 Nov 2026 on signing the Agreement a one-off Security Deposit (if any)StoreLocal managed-site terms, read 8 Nov 2026 Upon signing this Lease, the Storer must pay to the FO: the Deposit (which, subject to the provisions of this Lease, will be refunded to the Storer within 30 days of termination of this LeaseStoreLocal owned-site lease, read 8 Nov 2026 |
No security bond, says its FAQ. The standard agreement keeps a deposit clause "if any"; if you are asked for one, ask why.
Operator's wording (2)Do I need to pay a security bond? No.Fort Knox FAQ, read 8 Nov 2026 on signing the Agreement a one-off Security Deposit (if any)Standard storage agreement Fort Knox links, read 8 Nov 2026 | Not published by the operator. Ask whether a deposit is charged and how much. | Not published by the operator. Ask whether a deposit is charged and how much. |
No deposit, says the booking widget. The lease still has a deposit clause with the amount in your schedule; if you are asked for one, ask why.
Operator's wording (2)No deposit or additional feesRoomia booking widget, read 8 Nov 2026 The Tenant must, on or before the Commencing Date, pay to the Landlord the Deposit.Roomia Terms of Service (lease), read 8 Nov 2026 | Not published by the operator. Ask whether a deposit is charged and how much. | Not published by the operator. Ask whether a deposit is charged and how much. |
A $100 refundable deposit for the key, paid at booking. Not in our totals, since it is refunded.
Operator's wording (1)We ask for a $100 refundable deposit for the key at the time of booking.Store It Cheap home page, read 8 Nov 2026 |
| Price rises |
28 days' notice of a rise. If you object, you can end the agreement before those 28 days are up and leave on 24 hours' notice.
Operator's wording (3)must provide at least 28 days' notice to You of any fee increaseStoreLocal managed-site terms, read 8 Nov 2026 If You object to the fee increase, You may, before the expiration of that 28 day period, terminate this Agreement and move out by giving no less than 24 hours' notice to UsStoreLocal managed-site terms, read 8 Nov 2026 If the Storer objects to the increase, the Storer may, before the expiration of that 28 day period, terminate this Lease and move out by giving no less than 24 hours' notice to the FO.StoreLocal owned-site lease, read 8 Nov 2026 |
28 days' notice of a rise. If you object, you can end the agreement before those 28 days are up.
Operator's wording (1)must provide at least twenty-eight (28) days' notice to You of any fee increaseStandard storage agreement Fort Knox links, read 8 Nov 2026 |
New customers' monthly rent is locked for at least 6 months; the notice period for later rises is not published.
Operator's wording (1)Guaranteed Lock-In Rates relate to monthly rents not increasing for at least 6 months.www.wilsonstorage.com.au promotion terms (at the foot of its privacy policy page), read 8 Nov 2026 | Not published by the operator. Ask how much notice you get of a rise, and whether the rate is locked. |
One month's written notice of a rise.
Operator's wording (1)The Landlord may, in its absolute discretion by not less than one month’s written notice to the Tenant, vary the Rent.Roomia Terms of Service (lease), read 8 Nov 2026 |
Troon says long-term customers get "locked in pricing" but publishes neither how long nor the notice for a rise.
Operator's wording (1)We offer great discounts and locked-in pricing for long-term storers.Troon FAQ, read 8 Nov 2026 | Not published by the operator. Ask how much notice you get of a rise, and whether the rate is locked. | Not published by the operator. Ask how much notice you get of a rise, and whether the rate is locked. |
| Offers | Store pages show “50% Off First 3 Months* *Selected unit sizes only”; the offer is on the units that carry it. “10% discount on long-term storage (6+ months)” is listed without conditions: not in our totals; ask whether it applies.
Operator's wording (2)50% Off First 3 Months* *Selected unit sizes onlyStoreLocal Melbourne locations page banner, read 8 Nov 2026 10% discount on long-term storage (6+ months)StoreLocal booking card, read 8 Nov 2026 | Specials are for new move-ins only, need at least 2 months paid up front, and payments on a recurring billing cycle. Specials (for example 50% off the first 2 or 3 months) are for new move-ins, need at least 2 months paid up front, and give no refund in the first 2 months. Pay 6 months in advance for 5% off, or 12 months for 10% off. The terms do not say whether this combines with a special, so we cost it on its own and keep the lower total.
Operator's wording (4)Available for new move in only.Fort Knox specials terms, read 8 Nov 2026 Minimum 2 month stay on storage. 2 months must be paid up front at the discounted rate. NO refund on the first 2 months if vacated early.Fort Knox specials terms, read 8 Nov 2026 Pay 6 months in advance and receive 5% discount off your storage charges.Fort Knox pay-in-advance terms, read 8 Nov 2026 Pay 12 months in advance and receive 10% discount off your storage charges.Fort Knox pay-in-advance terms, read 8 Nov 2026 | Any promotion needs a stay of at least 2 months.
Operator's wording (1)A minimum two month stay is required on any promotion.www.wilsonstorage.com.au promotion terms (at the foot of its privacy policy page), read 8 Nov 2026 | The $1 and online 50% offers: reserve online and pay by Ezidebit direct debit (automatic bank debit). Offer lengths and the $1 offer differ by store, and Public's two terms pages disagree on some; each store's page here says how its offers are costed. New customers: pay 6 months up front and stay 7, or pay 12 and stay 14. Not with any other offer; leave early and the refund excludes the free months. Existing customers: 5% off for paying 6 months up front, 10% for 12, not with any other offer; the $1 offer only if you have not stored there in the past 12 months. Not in our totals, which are for new customers.
Operator's wording (12)To be eligible for the our Online Promo’s, customers must sign up to EzidebitPublic promotions page, read 8 Nov 2026 50% discount is valid for 1 month and only. ... (Braybrook Store only)Public promotions page, read 8 Nov 2026 % discount is valid for specified duration only.Public store terms, Braybrook section, read 8 Nov 2026 $1 for first month's rent, second month must be paid upfront.Public store terms, read 8 Nov 2026 $1 Promo (only available at our Braybrook store)Public promotions page, read 8 Nov 2026 Pay 6 Stay 7 or Pay 12 Stay 14Public promotions page, read 8 Nov 2026 Not to be used in conjunction with any other offerPublic promotions page, read 8 Nov 2026 If customer leaves before the period has finished, a refund will be issued excluding the free monthsPublic promotions page, read 8 Nov 2026 Not to be combined with any other offer.Public store terms, existing customers, read 8 Nov 2026 $1 Offer, if customer has not stored here within the past 12 monthsPublic promotions page, existing customers, read 8 Nov 2026 Pay up front for 6 months and receive a 5% discount.Public promotions page, existing customers, read 8 Nov 2026 Pay up front for 12 months and receive a 10% discount.Public promotions page, existing customers, read 8 Nov 2026 | Offers are for new move-ins only, one unit per customer, and not with any other offer. Offers vary by site and unit (20%, 35% or 50% off for up to 3 months, or one month free on the 2nd month); they are for new customers, one unit each, and do not combine.
Operator's wording (2)New customers only: Offer applies to new move-ins only and cannot be transferred or applied to existing rentals.Roomia promotion terms, read 8 Nov 2026 Discounts: One month free applies to the 2nd month. Customers must pay for the first month to access the offer.Roomia promotion terms, read 8 Nov 2026 | Location pages show offers on selected units ("50% off units for the first 3 months!" at Altona North, "first month" on one Dandenong South unit); the offer conditions are not published. | The booking widget shows "Second Month Free" on some units; its conditions are not published, and our totals do not include it. | No offers; 10% off for paying 12 months ahead. Pay 12 months up front for 10% off; leave early and the unused part is refunded pro rata.
Operator's wording (1)10% discount if you pre-pay for a year.Store It Cheap price page, read 8 Nov 2026 |
| One-off fees | None with a published amount | Admin fee $28 We charge a one-off small $28 non-refundable admin feeFort Knox FAQ, read 8 Nov 2026 | Online reservation $33, not refundable. Reservations require a non refundable fee of $33 (inc GST).www.wilsonstorage.com.au promotion terms (at the foot of its privacy policy page), read 8 Nov 2026 | Cleaning and admin fee $22 a one-off cleaning/admin fee of $20 plus GST is payable upon sign up of each new storage agreementPublic store terms, read 8 Nov 2026 | None with a published amount | None with a published amount | None with a published amount | None with a published amount |
| Fees with no published amount | Late payment fee | Late payment fee | None mentioned | None mentioned | Cleaning fee, late payment fee | Late payment fee | None mentioned | None mentioned |
| Insurance |
StoreLocal does not sell insurance and does not require it. Check whether your home and contents policy covers goods in storage.
Operator's wording (1)we encourage you to seek out insurance options with your provider of choice.storelocal.com.au FAQ, read 8 Nov 2026 |
Protection cover is optional: the first month is free, then $15 a month for each $5,000 of cover. Not in our totals.
Operator's wording (1)After that it is $15.00 per $5,000 of cover.Fort Knox FAQ, read 8 Nov 2026 | Wilson Storage's location and terms pages do not say whether it sells or requires insurance. | Public Self Storage does not say on its pages whether it sells or requires insurance. |
Optional StoreReady goods protection (not insurance). Its price is not published under that name: the $2.50 a month on Roomia's pages is for StoreProtect, which it says was withdrawn on 7 October 2026. Not in our totals.
Operator's wording (1)StoreProtect is being withdrawn from the Australian market, effective 7 October 2026.Roomia goods protection page, read 9 Nov 2026 |
Troon does not sell insurance and recommends you insure your goods; check whether your home and contents policy covers goods in storage.
Operator's wording (1)Troon Self Storage does not offer insurance on any goods stored in our facilities.Troon FAQ, read 8 Nov 2026 | Storage Box does not say on its pages whether it sells or requires insurance. | Store It Cheap does not say on its pages whether it sells or requires insurance. |
What to ask before you sign
- Which agreement applies at this site, and how many days' notice to leave.
- Whether unused days are refunded, or only whole months.
- How long the offer price runs, and the monthly rate after it, in writing.
- The amount of any admin fee, deposit, cleaning fee or late fee the terms mention.
- How much notice you get of a rent rise, and whether a rate is locked for a period.
New-customer prices are not your rent
The prices on this site are those advertised to new customers. We track how they change week to week on each facility page. What an existing tenant pays, and any rise they get, is set by the operator's notice to them under these terms.
We don't have Kennards' or Storage King's terms; ask them before you sign.