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How to Choose an RVATotes Package for an Apartment Move
Apartment moves have their own rhythm. You may be working around an elevator reservation, a narrow loading area, limited parking, a lease deadline, or a short window when friends or movers are available. Choosing the right moving-tote package gives you a practical starting point before those details begin to pile up.
RVATotes offers reusable moving-tote rentals for apartment moves throughout Richmond and nearby Central Virginia communities. The Studio, 1-Bedroom, and 2-Bedroom packages are natural places to start, but bedroom count is only one part of the decision. Your storage, belongings, packing pace, and moving schedule matter too.
Start With the Apartment You Actually Have
Two apartments with the same bedroom count can require very different amounts of packing space. One renter may have a minimal studio with a small wardrobe and a compact kitchen. Another may have a storage unit, a packed bookcase, hobby equipment, seasonal décor, and a full set of cookware.
Before choosing a package, walk through the entire apartment and include the spaces that are easy to overlook:
- Kitchen cabinets, pantry shelves, and small appliances
- Bathroom storage and linen closets
- Entry closets and under-bed storage
- Books, records, games, and electronics
- Balcony items or permitted outdoor belongings
- Desk supplies, files, and work-from-home equipment
- Storage cages, garages, or off-site storage included in the move
This quick inventory will give you a better estimate than bedroom count alone.
Studio Package: A Focused Start for Lighter Moves
The RVATotes Studio package includes 15 reusable moving totes and one moving dolly. It is designed for studio apartments, dorm-style moves, and lighter packing needs.
The 2-week Studio rental is $115, while the 4-week rental is $169. A shorter rental can work well when you can pack and unpack within a concentrated window. The longer option gives you more breathing room if you are packing around work, school, travel, or a lease overlap.
Fifteen totes may be a practical fit when you have a smaller wardrobe, limited kitchenware, fewer books, and little additional storage. If your studio has accumulated more than the floor plan suggests, move up to the next package rather than forcing too many categories into too few totes.
1-Bedroom Package: More Room for a Full Apartment
The RVATotes 1-Bedroom package includes 30 reusable moving totes and one moving dolly. The 2-week rental is $135, and the 4-week rental is $199.
This package is a common starting point for a one-bedroom apartment because it provides additional space for a separate bedroom, a fuller kitchen, linens, books, décor, and everyday household items. It can also suit a studio renter with extensive storage or a couple combining more belongings in one apartment.
Think about how you want to pack, not just what you own. Separating items by room or category often makes unpacking easier. A little extra capacity can help you keep kitchen supplies, bathroom items, work equipment, and clothing organized instead of mixing unrelated belongings to save space.
2-Bedroom Package: Built for a Larger Apartment Move
The RVATotes 2-Bedroom package includes 40 reusable moving totes and one moving dolly. The 2-week rental is $169, and the 4-week rental is $249.
This package is a strong fit for medium-size apartment moves. It can work for two-bedroom households, roommates moving together, families in larger apartments, or one-bedroom residents with substantial storage and home-office needs.
A second bedroom often brings more than another bed and dresser. It may function as an office, guest room, nursery, hobby room, or shared storage area. Count the contents of that room based on how it is used. If it holds bookshelves, files, equipment, toys, or seasonal items, those belongings can affect the package choice as much as furniture does.
Choose a Rental Length Around Your Timeline
RVATotes offers 2-week and 4-week rental options for these packages. The right timeline depends on how much time you need before and after moving day.
A 2-week rental may make sense when your dates are firm, you can begin packing promptly, and you expect to unpack soon after arrival. A 4-week rental may be more comfortable when you have overlapping leases, a gradual packing plan, travel, work commitments, or a slower unpacking schedule.
Check the dates that control your move before booking. Note when you receive keys, when you must leave the current apartment, when an elevator is available, and when you can realistically finish unpacking. Choosing the rental length around those dates can reduce last-minute pressure.
Plan for Elevators, Hallways, and Parking
Apartment logistics can shape moving day as much as the package itself. Ask your building manager whether you need to reserve an elevator, protect common-area floors, use a specific entrance, or limit moving activity to certain hours. Confirm where a vehicle can park and how far your belongings must travel from the apartment to the loading area.
RVATotes provides the reusable totes, delivery, pickup, and included dollies. RVATotes is not a moving company, so you remain responsible for packing and moving your belongings. Knowing the building rules helps you plan that work efficiently and avoid surprises when the clock is running.
A Simple Way to Narrow the Choice
If you are deciding between two packages, use this short check:
- Count every storage area, not only bedrooms.
- Consider whether you are packing for one person, roommates, or a family.
- Include books, kitchenware, office equipment, décor, and seasonal items.
- Decide whether a 2-week or 4-week timeline is more realistic.
- Choose enough capacity to keep packing organized rather than overfilling containers.
Package sizes are starting points, not rigid rules. Your actual belongings and schedule should lead the decision.
Compare Your Apartment-Move Options
For Richmond-area apartment moves, the Studio, 1-Bedroom, and 2-Bedroom packages provide clear options at 15, 30, and 40 totes. Review the current package details, rental lengths, and booking availability before you reserve.
Compare packages at rvatotes.com/pricing, or learn more about apartment moving with RVATotes. When you are ready, choose the package that fits your apartment and timeline at rvatotes.com.
