Moving out for the first time is exciting – your own space, your own rules.
But in between the excitement, there’s a lot to think about: contracts, furniture, checklists… and where to put everything if your new place is smaller than your life.
In this guide, you’ll get 5 essential tips to help you move into your first apartment stress-free.
And if things start piling up too quickly: we’ll show you how to rent self storage easily with SaveSpace, without lifting a single box.
1. Start with paperwork – rental contracts, handovers & deposits
Before anything else, go through the lease agreement carefully:
- What exactly is included in the rent and utility fees?
- Are pets or subletting allowed?
- How much is the deposit, and when will it be refunded?
📝 Tip: At move-in, always create a handover checklist – take photos of everything.
This will help you avoid disputes later on and protect your deposit.
2. Don’t buy everything at once – furnish gradually and wisely
You don’t need to furnish your entire apartment in week one.
Start with:
- A bed
- A small table and chairs
- Basic lighting
- Kitchen essentials
💡 Money-saving tip: Ask family or friends – you’d be surprised how many second-hand items you can get for free.
Brockenhaus (thrift stores), online marketplaces, or clearance sales are great for bargains.
Already have furniture, but your apartment isn’t ready yet?
No problem – you can store furniture temporarily with SaveSpace (more below).
3. Flatshare or solo living? Choose what fits you best
A shared apartment (WG) is more affordable, but it comes with its own challenges.
Before committing, talk through expectations with your roommates:
- Cleanliness and shared tasks
- Noise and quiet hours
- Pets, smoking, overnight guests
- Budget and splitting costs
💬 Clear communication now saves drama later.
4. Plan your move early – even if you don’t have much
Even small moves need organization. Plan ahead for:
- Transportation or van rental
- Asking friends to help
- Reserving a parking spot
- Collecting moving boxes
- Leaving your old place clean
📦 Extra tip: Got things you don’t need right now but might later?
Rent a storage box and have it delivered later – so your new apartment stays tidy.
5. Don’t forget official changes of address
Moving means admin, too. You’ll need to:
- Register at your new local municipality
- Set up utility accounts or TV/radio fees
- Update insurance, bank, employer, school
- Set up mail forwarding (Swiss Post offers a handy tool)
📮 Pro tip: Make a master checklist and knock off one update per day.
Too many boxes? Furniture with no place yet? Here’s the solution.
Sometimes your timeline doesn’t match reality.
You’ve got your stuff – but not the space.
Or maybe you’re downsizing and don’t want to give everything away.
You need space. But not another headache.
SaveSpace – The Smarter Way to Store When Starting Fresh
SaveSpace gives you the freedom of storage, without the heavy lifting.
No van rental. No storage unit to find. No stress.
We pick up your furniture and boxes from your home, store them in a secure, dry, camera-monitored warehouse – and deliver them back when you need them.
SaveSpace gives you:
✅ Pickup directly from your door
✅ Digital photo inventory of every item
✅ Only pay for the space you actually use
✅ One-click delivery of specific items
✅ Perfect for furniture, moving boxes, winter coats, sports gear or keepsakes
Final Thought: Your first apartment should be about freedom – not clutter
You don’t have to get rid of everything to live comfortably.
Store what you’re not ready to use — and let SaveSpace make your move lighter.
👉 Book your storage space now at SaveSpace – with pickup & returns included