Moving into a new apartment is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming without proper planning. Whether you're transitioning to a new home at Crescent Ridge Apartments or elsewhere, these practical tips will help make your move smooth, organized, and stress-free.
Notify Your Landlord
Check your current lease for the required notice period—usually 30 to 60 days—and provide written notice to your landlord on time. This ensures a hassle-free transition and avoids unnecessary fees.
Update Your Address
Submit a change of address with the USPS to ensure you don’t miss important mail. Update your address with your employer, bank, subscription services, and other service providers.
Set Up or Transfer Utilities
Check your lease to see which utilities you're responsible for. Arrange to set up or transfer services such as electricity, water, and internet well in advance of your move-in date.
Get Renters Insurance
Many landlords require renters’ insurance as part of the lease agreement. This coverage protects your belongings and provides liability coverage in case of accidents.
Make a Budget
Moving can come with unexpected costs, so create a list of essentials like boxes, packing supplies, and moving services. Estimate costs for each and stick to your budget to avoid overspending.
Pack Efficiently
Start packing one room at a time to stay organized.
Label boxes clearly with the room they belong to and a brief description of their contents.
Use different colors of tape for each room to make unloading easier.
Avoid packing items from multiple rooms in one box.
Use smaller boxes for heavy items like books to make lifting easier.
Keep clothes on their hangers by wrapping them in garbage bags or garment bags.
Toss, donate, or sell items you no longer want or need.
Take Notes and Make Measurements
Before moving in, measure doorways, hallways, and room dimensions to ensure your furniture fits. Use a measuring tape or a mobile app to make this task easy. Sketch a blueprint of your new space and decide where furniture will go. This helps movers place items directly in the right spots, saving you time and effort.
Declutter and Check Expiration Dates
Identify worn, unused, or broken items to toss, donate, or sell. Check the expiration dates on food and medicine, and discard anything expired before packing.
Plan Your New Space
Think about how to arrange your belongings in your new home. Deciding in advance where things will go—like furniture, appliances, and decorations—can make settling in much smoother.
At Crescent Ridge Apartments, we strive to make every part of your moving process as simple as possible. With spacious floor plans, modern amenities, and a welcoming community, you’ll feel at home the moment you step through the door.
Ready to move? Contact us today to learn more about our available apartments and schedule a tour.
Crescent Ridge Tallahassee, Mission Trace Boulevard, Tallahassee, FL