{"id":115585,"date":"2026-10-29T09:02:12","date_gmt":"2026-10-29T16:02:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=115585"},"modified":"2026-10-29T09:02:12","modified_gmt":"2026-10-29T16:02:12","slug":"moving-in-the-fall","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/moving-in-the-fall\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Moving in the Fall to Make Your Move Easier"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve ever tried to book movers in July, you know how fast the calendar fills up. Fall tends to be a calmer story. The summer rush has wound down, the temperatures are easier on everyone carrying a couch up the stairs, and winter\u2019s worst weather hasn\u2019t arrived yet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That doesn\u2019t mean a fall move runs itself. From the leaf-covered driveways of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/30756\/GA\/Atlanta\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Atlanta, GA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to the first frosty mornings in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/2287\/ID\/Boise\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boise, ID<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, shorter days, changing weather, and a few seasonal chores can catch you off guard. This guide covers what to plan for so your move goes smoothly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peak season and moving costs work in your favor<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peak moving season runs through the summer months, when demand for movers, truck rentals, and storage is at its highest. Once it\u2019s back-to-school time and vacations are over, demand usually drops, and that can mean more choices and more flexibility on your timeline.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mark Van Ryswyk of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/catchouse.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Catchouse<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> points out that fewer people moving can work to your advantage, noting that movers, inspectors, and lenders are \u201cless booked than in peak summer season, which can mean more scheduling flexibility and sometimes better rates on moving services.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even so, the start and end of the month tend to stay busy, so book your movers as early as you can. Get a few quotes on the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-move\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cost to move<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, ask about weekday availability, and confirm what\u2019s included before you commit.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plan around the school calendar<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re moving with kids, fall can be the trickiest season of the calendar. Moving mid-semester can be tough on students, so think about timing before you pick a date.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look into enrollment steps and record transfers at the new school before you move.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask about start dates, bus routes, and any required paperwork.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you can, aim for a natural break like a long weekend or holiday so kids have time to settle in.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pack a few familiar items, like favorite bedding or a favorite book, in an easy-to-find box.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><i>&gt;&gt;Read: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/moving-with-kids\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><b><i>Moving with Kids: A Guide to Buying and Adjusting to a New Home<\/i><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prepare for fall weather and shorter days<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fall weather can swing from sunny and mild to cold and soggy at a moment\u2019s notice, and the sun sets earlier than it did over the summer. Char McCurdy, COO of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/summitmgmtgroup.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summit Property Management<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, suggests building your move around the light, advising people to \u201cdo the heavy lifting in daylight and keep flashlights handy in case power or lighting isn\u2019t on yet.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A little more planning goes a long way:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Protect your belongings.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Use plastic bins or wrap cardboard boxes in case of rain, and keep important papers and electronics in dry areas.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Prep your path.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Lay down floor protection, keep extra towels handy, and clear wet leaves from walkways so nobody slips with a box in hand.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Check the forecast.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If a storm rolls in, it might be worth it to see if you can change your move-in date on short notice.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What renters should know about fall availability\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rental listings often thin out as the busy summer season ends, so you may have fewer options than you would in spring or summer. The upside is that landlords can be more flexible when units have been sitting for a while, so it\u2019s worth asking about move-in dates, lease terms, and incentives.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re moving out of a rental, give yourself a chance to protect your deposit. Mia Fairly of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onesourceatlanta.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One Source Atlanta Property Management<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> recommends a walkthrough before you hand over the keys, suggesting \u201ca pre-move-out inspection to give tenants an opportunity to address issues before leaving.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also read your lease\u2019s move-out clause so you know the notice requirements, cleaning expectations, and how to return your keys. Snap dated photos of each room before you go, and do the same when you move into your new place.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>&gt;&gt;Read more: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/guides\/first-time-renters-guide\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><b><i>First-Time Renter\u2019s Guide<\/i><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How maintenance for new homeowners before winter<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re buying, you\u2019ll want to get your new home ready for the colder months. Start with the basic <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/fall-home-maintenance-checklist\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fall home maintenance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, like heating, gutters, and exterior upkeep, before the first freeze arrives.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are a few tasks to add to your list:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Schedule annual maintenance for your heating system and fireplace before freezing temperatures hit.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clear your gutters so melting snow and rain have somewhere to go.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swap out furnace filters and test your thermostat.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check windows and doors for drafts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you live somewhere with an irrigation system, have it winterized before temperatures drop.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The fall moving timeline<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The exact timeline can vary depending on your situation, but here\u2019s a general timeline to help you stay on track for a smooth move in the fall: .\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Four to six weeks before<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Book movers or reserve a truck.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confirm your school, rental, or closing dates.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/top-declutter-tips\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">decluttering<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and packing off-season items.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Two to three weeks before<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Schedule utility transfers, especially heat, and set up internet service.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Update your address with the post office, banks, and subscriptions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get quotes for storage if you need it.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>One week before<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pack a \u201cfirst night\u201d box with bedding, toiletries, chargers, a warm layer, and basic tools.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confirm details with your movers and check the weather forecast.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/final-walk-through-checklist-before-closing-on-a-home\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">final walkthrough<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of your current home.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Moving day<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start early to make the most of the daylight.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protect floors, doorways, and boxes from rain and mud.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep valuables, documents, and medications with you.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><i>&gt;&gt;Read: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/moving-checklist\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><b><i>Moving Checklist: Everything You Need to Know for a Smooth Move<\/i><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The one item people forget<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every move has a few things that slip through the cracks, and a few are specific to the fall season. Dawn Templeton of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.templetonrealestategroup.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Templeton Real Estate Group<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> says that when moving in the fall, \u201cpeople tend to forget to purchase leaf bags for gathering all the fallen leaves.\u201d Add rakes and gloves to your list while you\u2019re at it, because a yard full of leaves is a lot less charming when you\u2019re trying to unload a truck.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make your fall move a smooth one<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With some planning, a fall move can be easier than you\u2019d expect. Book early, watch the weather, plan around school and rental timelines, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/how-to-winterize-a-house\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">get your new home ready for winter<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Once the boxes are unpacked, you\u2019ll be set up for a cozy season in your new place. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fall can be one of the easiest times to move, with lighter schedules, milder temperatures, and fewer crowds. 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