Sentimental & Important Items
A safe place for the things you're not ready to part with
Photo albums, trophies, letters, a parent's belongings — some things are too important to throw away, and too meaningful to have sitting in the way. CrateHouse gives you somewhere secure to keep them, for as long as you need, while you take the time to decide.
Ready to get your items stored?
Get In TouchSetting up takes minutes — we're ready to take your items straight away.
Situations Like Yours
Whatever's brought you here, we can help
Losing a loved one
Clearing a family home is hard enough without rushing decisions. Store their belongings safely while you take the time you need.
Downsizing or aged care moves
Not everything fits into a smaller home. Keep the things that matter most, safely stored until you're ready for them.
Not ready to decide
Decluttering doesn't mean throwing everything out. Store what you're not ready to part with, and revisit it later.
What You Can Store
The things worth keeping
Kept Secure
Secure Facility
CCTV, alarms, and controlled access at our East Perth facility.
Individually Lockable
Each crate is individually lockable — your items are packed in their own locked crate, not left loose in a shared space.
Air Sealed & Dust Proof
Crates are air sealed and dust proof, helping protect photos, documents, and keepsakes from moisture and dust over time.
Free Access Anytime
Visit whenever you're ready to look through or collect something, at no extra cost.
Location: CrateHouse is based at 61 Edward Street, East Perth — just past Claisebrook Station, a short trip from the Perth CBD.
Common Questions
Storing sentimental items, explained
I need to store some important items — is CrateHouse suitable for this?
Yes — this is exactly the kind of storage CrateHouse is built for. Your items are packed into their own individually lockable crate, kept secure at our East Perth facility, for as long as you need.
What if I'm not ready to decide what to do with these items yet?
That's exactly what CrateHouse is for. Store items for as long as you need — there's no pressure to make a decision on our timeline, and no maximum storage period.
Will storing photos or documents long-term cause damage?
Crates are air sealed and dust proof, helping protect paper, photos, and similar items from moisture and dust while stored. For anything especially fragile or valuable, get in touch and we can talk through the best way to pack it.
How secure is the facility, and will my items stay in good condition?
Our East Perth facility has CCTV, alarms, and controlled access. Each crate is individually lockable, air sealed and dust proof — helping protect photos, documents, and other keepsakes while they're stored.
Can I access my items whenever I want?
Yes — free onsite access at our East Perth facility, whenever you need it.
Is there a minimum storage period?
One month minimum, then no lock-in — cancel or scale down anytime after that.
Can I store larger furniture or heirloom pieces?
Standard crates suit boxes, albums, and smaller items well, but larger furniture pieces may not fit inside one. Get in touch and we can advise on the best option for bigger items.
Can I store something I've inherited but don't have room for at home?
Yes — this is a common reason people use CrateHouse. Store it for as long as you need, without needing to decide what to do with it straight away.
Do you help with clearing out a family home?
We don't provide clearance or removal services ourselves, but we can store what you'd like to keep once it's ready to go — you pack it, or we can collect it, and we'll keep it safe from there.
Where can I store a deceased family member's belongings in Perth?
CrateHouse offers exactly this — a secure East Perth facility where you can store a loved one's belongings for as long as you need, without the pressure of clearing everything out at once. Items are packed into individually lockable crates and kept safe until your family is ready to go through them.
Is it okay to store sentimental items rather than keeping them at home?
Completely — plenty of people use CrateHouse for exactly this. It doesn't mean getting rid of something, just that it doesn't need to take up space at home while you decide what's next.
What's the cost of storing sentimental items?
Pricing starts from $40.40/month for your first crate, then $28.50/month for each additional crate. See our full pricing page for the complete breakdown.
Can multiple family members access the same storage?
Get in touch with us to arrange this — we can work out access arrangements that suit your family's situation, which is common with estate or family matters where more than one person needs to be involved.