Finals are coming. Your lease is ending. And the last thing you want to worry about is where to stash your stuff this summer.
If you’re a Sacramento State student looking for smart, and affordable storage near campus, we’ve got your back. Moving out doesn’t have to be a mess—especially when you have a plan.
Here are the top tips for making your move-out smooth, stress-free, and storage-smart.
1. Time Your Move-Out Around Finals and Lease Dates
Finals week is hectic enough without trying to pack, clean, and find storage all at once. Here’s the move-out formula that works:
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Start packing early: A little each day during study breaks helps you avoid the last-minute scramble.
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Check your lease end date: Most student apartments around Sac State end mid-to-late May—plan storage before your lease is up.
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Reserve your unit in advance: The best units (and deals) fill up quickly in May. Lock in your space early online with Store Here.
2. What Size Storage Unit Do You Really Need?
You don’t need a giant garage. You need the right size for your dorm or apartment.
Here’s a quick sizing guide for Sac State students:
| Living Situation | Recommended Unit Size | What It Fits |
|---|---|---|
| Shared Dorm Room | 5×5 | Boxes, mini fridge, clothes, small desk, bike |
| Studio Apartment | 5×10 | Mattress, TV, bookshelf, 10–15 boxes |
| 1–2 Bedroom Apartment | 10×10 or shared 10×15 | Beds, couches, dressers, kitchenware, shared storage with roommates |
Pro tip: Splitting a 10×15 unit with 1–2 friends often costs less than individual rentals—and makes move-in next semester way easier.
3. Split Costs and Space with Friends
Summer budgets are real. If you’re heading home or traveling, consider teaming up with a roommate or friend to rent a storage unit together.
Here’s how to make it work:
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Choose a central unit near Sac State for easy access
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Divide the space fairly—mark off sections or shelves
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Agree on dates and access rules (who gets the key/code, how to handle early returns)
At Store Here on Folsom Blvd, we offer month-to-month leases so you’re never locked into a long-term contract. No need to pay for time you’re not using.
4. Keep Bikes, Tech, and Furnitu re Safe
You’re not just storing clothes—you’re storing value. Laptops, speakers, gaming gear, musical instruments, bikes… they deserve a secure home.
Here’s how to keep them safe:
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Use a climate-controlled unit for electronics and instruments
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Cover your furniture with drop cloths or mattress bags (available in our office)
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Lock your bike with a U-lock inside the unit
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Label your boxes with contents and fragility markers
Our facility is equipped with:
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24/7 video surveillance
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Individual alarms on every unit
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Gated access and well-lit grounds
We’re serious about security—because we know your stuff matters.
5. Free Move-In Truck and U-Haul Rentals
Don’t own a car? No problem.
New Store Here customers get free access to our move-in truck, and we’re also a certified U-Haul neighborhood dealer. Whether you’re hauling a futon or a full apartment, we can help you get it done.
6. Walk or Drive — We’re Minutes from Campus
We’re located right on Folsom Blvd, just a short drive or bike ride from Sac State. That means:
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No navigating obscure side streets
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Easy access to grab something mid-summer
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Fast move-out and even faster move-in when the semester starts
Don’t Wait — Reserve Your Storage Unit Now
Sac State students book early—and units fill up fast. Secure your storage before finals so you can focus on what matters: finishing the semester strong.
Reserve your unit online now. Or call our team for questions at 916-472-2622. We’re here Tuesday through Saturday to help.
Store Here Sacramento
7951 Folsom Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95826
Affordable rates.
Serious security.
Designed for students.
