How Do Storage Units Support Apartment Move In Timing?

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May 5th, 2026

Moving into a new apartment never goes exactly as planned. Your old lease might end early. Your new place might not be ready. Or maybe your schedule just doesn’t let you move everything in one day. This is when storage units can help. Our storage units at Awesome Possum Storage give you a place to store your belongings so you aren’t forced to rush your move.

In this blog, we’re going to go over a few of the situations when having a storage unit is helpful during a move.

Self Storage Units Are Perfect for These Situations

You Have to Move Out Before Your New Place is Ready

This is one of the most common situations people run into. Your lease ends, but your new apartment won’t be ready for a few days or a few weeks. Where do you put all of your belongings in the meantime? Our storage facilities are the perfect solution. When you have a storage unit nearby, you can move everything out on time.

Your Move-In Day Gets Delayed

Things can still go wrong even if your dates line up perfectly at first. Maybe there’s a maintenance delay that changes your move-in day at the last minute. Instead of rescheduling your entire move, you can put all of your items into temporary storage.

You Want to Move in Stages

Not everyone wants to move in all of their things at once. It can feel rushed and overwhelming, especially if space is tight at your new place. When you have a storage unit, you can move things into your new place at your own pace.

Your Movers Need a Clear Timeline

Timing matters when you’re working with professional movers. Most local movers charge hourly, which means the clock keeps running even if your move-in day doesn’t go as planned. And some moving companies will charge you a fee if you need to completely reschedule your move-in day. Using storage solutions helps you avoid these situations. Instead of worrying about delays, you can move all your items into a self-storage facility first. Moving twice is more expensive, but a delayed or disorganized move day can end up costing you even more.

You Need Extra Storage Space

If you’re moving into a smaller apartment, you might need extra storage space. Or as we mentioned before, sometimes you may not know exactly where everything will go in your new apartment. Having extra storage space gives you time to figure things out. You can keep some of your boxes and less important furniture in storage while you settle in, then move things over as you organize your new place.

Which Unit Size is Right for You?

At Awesome Possum Storage, we offer a wide range of storage unit sizes, from basic 5’ x 5’ units to 12’ x 40’ units with double doors. Not sure which unit is right for you? Our team can help you choose the right size. You can reserve a unit online, over the phone, or in person during our office hours.

Here’s a quick guide to give you a general idea of how much space you’ll need:

Small 5’ x 5’ units: good for a handful of boxes and small furniture items
Medium 10’ x 10’ units: good for about a one-bedroom apartment’s belongings
Large 12’ x 40’ units: better for multi-room apartments and bigger pieces of furniture

When Should You Rent Storage Before a Move?

In most cases, it’s best to rent storage space at least a couple of weeks before your apartment move-in day. Reserving your unit ahead of time is especially important during our busiest seasons (late spring through the summer and early fall).

Rent your unit at least a couple of weeks before your move
Make sure your facility’s access hours match your schedule. At Awesome Possum Storage, we give you 24/7 access to your storage unit
If you’re using movers, let them know they’ll be moving your things into a storage unit, not your new place
Double-check your unit size is right to avoid last-minute changes
Make sure you have renters’ insurance

FAQs About Our Storage Units

What’s the best way to reserve a unit?

You can reserve your storage unit online, over the phone, or in person at Awesome Possum Storage in Groveport during our office hours.

Can I rent one of your storage units for just one month during a move?

Yep! We offer month-to-month leases, so you can rent storage space without a long-term commitment.

Should I rent a climate-controlled unit for an apartment move?

It depends on what you’re storing. If you have electronics, wood furniture, paper items, collectibles, or anything else sensitive to temperature and humidity, a climate-controlled unit is a smart investment.

How safe are your storage units?

Our storage facility has multiple security features. Our fully-fenced storage facility has digital video surveillance and controlled gate entry. Need locks? We’ll even give you a lock for your storage unit if you need one.

Does your storage facility offer 24/7 access?

Yes, Awesome Possum Storage offers 24/7 access to your storage unit.

Can movers take my things directly to my storage unit? Is a self-storage move-in common?

Yep! Many moving companies will transport your things to a self-storage unit as part of your move. This is a very common option when your new apartment isn’t ready yet.

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Looking for a storage unit in the Columbus Ohio area? Contact Awesome Possum Storage in Groveport today. We can help you choose the right unit size and give you more tips to make your next move easier.