Moving can quickly become expensive – rent, transport, deposits, and new furniture often add up faster than expected. But with the right planning, save a lot of costs, without sacrificing a smooth move. In this article, you will learn the best savings tips for a cheap apartment change.
1. Plan early & avoid expensive last-minute costs
📝 1. Compare offers & book in good time
✅ Rental vans or moving companies are cheaper if booked early.
✅ Price comparisons between different providers help you find the best deal.
📦 2. Choose a flexible moving date
✅ Moving during the week is often cheaper than on the weekend.
✅ The middle of the month is usually cheaper than the beginning or end of the month.
🚛 3. Apply for a no-parking zone to avoid expensive fines
✅ In cities like Berlin it is often difficult to find a parking space for the move.
✅ A No-parking zone saves stress and unnecessary costs due to fines or detours.
💡 Tip: The better the planning, the fewer unplanned expenses arise!
2. Get moving boxes & packing materials for free
📦 1. Organize free boxes
✅ Supermarkets, pharmacies & hardware stores often give free sturdy boxes from.
✅ Many people give away used moving boxes in classified ads and online groups.
🛠 2. Save packaging material
✅ Use newspapers, blankets & clothing to protect delicate items.
✅ Avoid bubble wrap or special packaging materials if alternatives are available.
📦 3. Pack efficiently & use fewer boxes
✅ Heavy objects in small boxes pack light things in larger boxes.
✅ Use vacuum bags for clothes to save space.
💡 Tip: The fewer boxes, the cheaper and faster the move!
3. Reduce moving costs: Move yourself or use a moving company?
🚛 1. Rental van instead of moving company
✅ A rental van costs between 50–150 € per day.
✅ If possible, only rent for a few hours and book early.
💪 2. Organize friends and family to help
✅ Moving on your own often saves several hundred euros.
✅ Snacks & drinks for the helpers cost less than a professional moving team.
📦 3. Use moving companies cleverly
✅ If you need a moving company, get several quotes and compare them.
✅ Moving services like only furniture transport instead of full-service moving choose.
💡 Tip: Small apartments (1-2 rooms) are often worth moving yourself, while larger moves are more efficient with professionals.
4. Organize furniture transport cleverly & save
🛏 1. Sell or give away bulky furniture
✅ If you buy new furniture, sell old furniture or give it away for free.
✅ Saves transport costs & makes moving easier.
🚛 2. Use transport sharing
✅ Platforms like “Ride-sharing service for furniture” or “partial loads” offer affordable transport solutions.
✅ Share vans with other movers to reduce costs.
🔧 3. Dismantle furniture and pack it to save space
✅ Disassemble large pieces of furniture to save space.
✅ If possible, take already packed furniture with you to save time during transport.
💡 Tip: The fewer bulky items that need to be transported, the cheaper the move will be.
5. Reduce costs for re-registration and new contracts
🏠 1. Check electricity, internet & insurance contracts
✅ Changing electricity & internet provider can Bring savings.
✅ Some providers cover the registration costs or offer New customer discounts.
📜 2. Finance your rental deposit cleverly
✅ If the deposit for the new apartment is high: Use surety bonds instead of paying directly.
✅ If possible, use the deposit from your old apartment for the new one.
🏡 3. Complete address changes early
✅ Many providers charge fees for late registration changes.
✅ Avoid double rent payments by giving notice of termination of the old apartment in good time.
💡 Tip: A change of provider or a security deposit guarantee can provide short-term financial relief.
6. Avoid common mistakes & save unnecessary costs
❌ Book too late & pay high prices → Solution: Plan at least 4 weeks in advance.
❌ Taking too much with you & high transport costs → Solution: Clean out beforehand and don’t take everything with you.
❌ Failure to re-register in time & receiving fines → Solution: Register immediately after the move.
❌ Not setting a budget and suddenly running out of money → Solution: Create a cost overview early on.
💡 Tip: A well-planned move can save several hundred euros!
7. Checklist for a cheap move
📌 Before the move:
✅ Organize transporters or moving helpers early.
✅ Plan for the rental deposit and additional costs for the new apartment.
✅ Get free moving boxes & packing materials.
✅ Compare electricity, internet & insurance contracts & save.
📦 During the move:
✅ If possible, share furniture transport with others.
✅ Sell or give away bulky furniture in advance.
✅ Pack efficiently to use fewer boxes & space.
🏡 After the move:
✅ Complete address changes and re-registrations directly.
✅ Claim back the deposit from your old apartment.
✅ If possible, check for tax benefits for the move.
💡 Tip: With clever money-saving tips, moving can be much cheaper and less stressful!
Conclusion: How to move cheaply without stress
✔ Plan ahead & keep an eye on all costs
✔ Use free alternatives for boxes & furniture transport
✔ Prefer affordable moving options such as rental vans and helpers
✔ Organize contracts and changes of address early to save fees
🚛 Are you planning a move and want to save money? Praktik Transport offers affordable and transparent solutions for inexpensive change of apartment! Get a non-binding offer now! 💰📦✨
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