{"id":1174,"date":"2020-03-06T10:01:11","date_gmt":"2020-03-06T18:01:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/apartmentsbstg.wpengine.com\/?p=1174"},"modified":"2025-07-21T16:05:35","modified_gmt":"2025-07-21T23:05:35","slug":"whens-the-best-time-to-move","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.irvinecompanyapartments.com\/whens-the-best-time-to-move\/","title":{"rendered":"When is the Best Time to Move to a New Apartment?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are you thinking about relocating? According to the <\/span>U.S. Census Bureau<\/span><\/a>, you\u2019re far from alone. In 2018, more than 32 million Americans packed up and moved somewhere new (that\u2019s about 10% of the population). But when is the best time to rent an apartment? And when should you move? <\/span><\/p>\n

When finding a new apartment, you\u2019ll want to consider your finances, family situation, and your personal preferences. So before you rush to sign a lease, here are a few money-saving moving tips: <\/span><\/p>\n

Seasons of Moving<\/b><\/h3>\n

Don\u2019t want to bundle up for the big move? Plan your relocation during a milder time of year. Fall and spring typically offer less volatile weather than winter or summer.<\/span><\/p>\n

Keep in mind, however, that the busiest moving season occurs between May and September. So if you\u2019re looking to save a few bucks on moving costs, you\u2019ll get a better deal during the non-peak season of winter. However, if you have school-age children, you may need to move in summer to minimize middle-of-the-year disruptions. <\/span><\/p>\n

Best Days & Times to Move<\/b><\/h3>\n

Since many apartment leases begin the first of the month, you may also snag a better moving rate if you wait to relocate mid-month. Consider scheduling movers first thing in the morning on a Monday through Thursday time frame since demand tends to be lower. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Moving Tips Anytime of Year<\/b><\/h3>\n

While moving expenses can prove a <\/span>pricey proposition<\/span><\/a>, here are a few hacks to further cut costs:<\/span><\/p>\n