Every PCS feels like a fire drill. Whether you’re arriving at Fort Meade, heading to a new base, or caught in limbo between housing assignments, storage can be the last thing on your list — until it becomes the most urgent.
At Store Here in Elkridge, we offer affordable, drive-up storage options just 15 minutes from Fort Meade. And unlike the big-box storage chains, we actually understand the unique chaos of military life — from short-notice orders to last-minute TDYs.
Why Military Families Trust Store Here Elkridge
Free Move-In Truck
We offer new customers a free move-in truck for local use — ideal if you’re between vehicles or waiting on delivery from a PCS shipment.
Extended Access Hours
Our facility is open daily from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., so you can stop by before work, after formation, or during a rare midday break. We know your schedule doesn’t run on 9-to-5.
Military-Grade Security
- 24/7 video surveillance
- Keypad entry with SpiderDoor technology
- Fully fenced perimeter
- Monthly pest control and facility cleaning
Honest Pricing with No Surprises
Our month-to-month leases are perfect for temporary storage during moves, deployments, or temporary duty. No long-term contracts and no bait-and-switch pricing.
Tips for Military Families Moving to (or from) Fort Meade
1. Pack a “last-minute load” box
It’s common for plans to shift hours before departure. Keep one or two boxes for those items that don’t fit in the car, didn’t get picked up with HHG, or just didn’t make the cut. Our drive-up units are perfect for these last-second saves.
2. Stash for dual-military timing gaps
If your orders overlap poorly or you’re executing a geo-bachelor move, storage becomes the handoff point. Use one location to house belongings while you or your spouse complete out-processing, wait for quarters, or manage multiple duty stations.
3. Build a local backup plan
If you’re heading to Fort Meade and housing isn’t ready (or you’re stuck in an apartment or temporary lodging), reserve a unit before you arrive. That way, if quarters aren’t available, your shipment has a safe place to land. You can even authorize a third party (like a friend or sponsor) to meet the movers.
4. Don’t count on climate control — pack for it
Our Elkridge units are non-climate controlled, which is fine for most furniture, gear, and boxed items. Just avoid anything overly sensitive (vinyl records, delicate electronics) or prep with desiccants and breathable containers.
Our Location: Minutes from Fort Meade and Columbia
Conveniently located at 7120 Old Waterloo Road in Elkridge, our facility sits near:
- I-95 and Route 1
- Columbia Town Center (5 mins)
- Fort Meade (15 mins)
- Jessup, Hanover, and Ellicott City neighborhoods
Explore our drive-up storage units just minutes from Fort Meade.
Who We Serve
We support a wide range of military-related storage needs:
- Active-duty families stuck in PCS limbo
- Spouses managing moves while partners deploy
- Contractors and DOD civilians needing reliable, short-term storage
- College-age kids of service members moving out for the summer
- Dual-military couples needing a staging ground between bases
No pressure. No upsells. Just real people helping you get through the move.
Reserve Your Unit Today
You don’t have to handle every part of a PCS alone. Whether you’re stashing extra furniture during a short tour, managing an OCONUS deployment, or just need temporary breathing room, we’re here to help.
Reserve your unit online today. Or call us at 410-883-5508 to talk with our team.
Store Here Self Storage – 7120 Old Waterloo Road, Elkridge, MD 21075
Local storage that fits your life, your timeline, and your space.
