Smoked meat is not that good for you anyway. It is going to be hard to suits your needs for now,
and if that closet is inside (hopefully not), your house is gonna STINK something FIERCE when you
bring it inside. I say keep paying rip off prices, eat less BBQ, and save for a rental house or a small
starter home.
If that closet is outside and has a lockable door, I guess the possibilities open up some. Good Luck