--- title: Storage for North Reno and University Area | O'Brien's url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/north-reno-university/storage/ business: O'Brien's Moving & Storage address: 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 phone: 775-359-6683 (toll-free 1-800-253-7814) hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm licenses: U.S. DOT No. 30611, MC-109375, Nevada CPCN 1070; interstate agent for Bekins Van Lines since 1955 type: Moving and storage company, family owned since 1941 --- - [Home](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/) - [Service area: Northern Nevada, Lake Tahoe and Truckee](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/) - [Reno, Sparks and the Truckee Meadows](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/truckee-meadows/) - [Movers in North Reno and the University area (89512)](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/north-reno-university/) - Storage for North Reno and the University area (89512) households # Storage for North Reno and the University area households About 23 percent of residents in the North Reno and University area moved in the past year, one of the higher turnover rates among the Reno neighborhoods. O'Brien's vaults sit 3.8 miles away in Sparks, and vault storage starts at $40 per month. or call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 [U.S. DOT No. 30611](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/about/licenses-and-authority/) ## North Reno and the University area: Movers and renters - Drive to our vault warehouse 4 mi, about 9 min - Households renting 71.4% - Moved in the past year 22.7% - Seasonal or second homes 1.2% Data: [U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates](https://www.census.gov/data/developers/data-sets/acs-5year.html); [OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap data, free-flow drive from 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks](https://project-osrm.org/). North of downtown, the neighborhoods around the University of Nevada, Reno turn over quickly. The Census counts about 28,000 people and 11,400 households, with 71 percent renting, a median home built around 1982 and a median value near $382,900. Roughly one resident in five arrived or left within a year. For a household in that stream, storage is a seasonal tool: a semester abroad, a summer between leases, a graduation, a new job in another state. ## Turnover sets the calendar When more than a fifth of residents change addresses in a year, moves cluster around the ends of terms and leases. Storage gets requested in the same weeks, so booking early helps. Stored goods ship with about 2 to 3 weeks notice, which also means calling ahead when you can see the date. For households that leave and return, a vault keeps a bedroom and a living room intact until the next lease begins. ## Short drive, simple day The neighborhood point is 3.8 miles and about 9 minutes from 2277 Glendale Ave. A crew can load, drive east and stack the vaults in the 30,000 sq ft warehouse in one visit. Vaults are wooden, 7 ft x 7 ft x 5 ft, and closed before they are stacked by forklift. ## Who stores near the university - Faculty and staff moving between housing and a permanent home - Renters who leave for the summer or for a term away - Families helping a student set up or close out a place - Households downsizing from a house built in the 1970s ## Doing it right Look at [how to prepare furniture for storage](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/preparing-furniture-for-storage/) before packing; mattress covers, drained appliances and wrapped table legs make a stay easier on your things. The [free in-home estimate](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/free-estimate/) comes with 10 free heavy-duty boxes. For stays of several months, [long-term storage tips](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/long-term-storage-tips/) goes into more detail. ## Packing for a stay of one term or one year Short stays call for the same careful packing as long ones. Boxes are labeled by room, mattresses are covered, and electronics are wrapped. If you are leaving for a term and returning to a different apartment, the inventory lets the delivery crew set the first room up before the second. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates](https://www.census.gov/data/developers/data-sets/acs-5year.html) - [eCFR, 49 CFR Part 375, Transportation of Household Goods in Interstate Commerce](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-49/subtitle-B/chapter-III/subchapter-B/part-375) ### Vault storage in Sparks Wooden vaults, 7 ft x 7 ft x 5 ft each, in our 30,000 sq ft warehouse. Short or long term. From $40 per month [Storage options](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/full-service-storage/) ### Visit or call the office 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) | Monday to Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | | --- | --- | | Saturday and Sunday | Closed | [Get my free estimate](#estimate) ### Related - [Vault storage: how 7 x 7 x 5 ft wooden vaults work](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/full-service-storage/vault-storage/) - [Movers in North Reno and the University area (89512)](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/north-reno-university/) - [How to prepare furniture for storage](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/preparing-furniture-for-storage/) - [Free in-home moving estimate (plus 10 free heavy-duty boxes)](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/free-estimate/) Nearby ## The same service in nearby towns - [Storage for North Valleys and Stead (89506) households](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/north-valleys-stead/storage/) - [Storage for East Sparks (89434) households](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/east-sparks/storage/) - [Storage for Wingfield Springs and Northeast Sparks (89436) households](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/wingfield-springs/storage/) - [Storage for Spanish Springs households](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/spanish-springs/storage/) - [Storage for Sun Valley households](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/sun-valley/storage/) - [Storage for Lemmon Valley households](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/lemmon-valley/storage/) - [Movers in North Reno and the University area (89512)](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/north-reno-university/) In North Reno and the University area ## More services in North Reno and the University area - [Packing services in North Reno and the University area (89512)](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/north-reno-university/packing/) - [Senior moves and downsizing in North Reno and the University area (89512)](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/north-reno-university/senior-moving/) - [Office and commercial moving in North Reno and the University area (89512)](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/north-reno-university/office-moving/) Answers ## Storage for North Reno and the University area (89512) households questions Still have a question? Call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683), Mon-Fri 8-5, or see the [moving FAQ](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/). ### Can I store for a single semester? Yes. Stays run from a few weeks to years in the same vaults. ### How close is the warehouse? About 3.8 miles and 9 minutes by road from the neighborhood point. ### Do I need to be home for loading? Someone should be there to meet the crew and walk through the inventory. The estimator explains the day at the visit. ## 4.3 stars from 71 Google reviews What customers say about O'Brien's [Read more reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/)[See them on Google](https://maps.google.com/maps?cid=17335326057105140938) L Leticia H. November 1, 2024 O'Brien's Moving and Storage packing crew were great!! They were fast, friendly and most importantly, very professional. Thank you guys. J Janet M. May 16, 2026 I was so impressed with the way the crew handled and packed each piece of furniture for short term storage. They were polite and professional. I would highly recommend them to anyone planning a move. ### Owner's reply Janet we are so glad to hear that your move was a great success and we sincerely appreciate you providing us with this wonderful review. We will continue to provide you with the best service as we move forward. F Francie H. February 20, 2026 We were referred to O'Brien's Moving and Storage though a friend in Reno. We couldn't be more pleased with the Professionalism and Service. They were quick to set up Luke to come out and give us a quote and scheduled the actual move date right away. Luke was on time for our quote as were the movers on our moving day. All three of the gentlemen who moved us were professional and courteous from start to finish. From the initial phone call to the completion of our move, we felt like we were treated as family. We would definitely use them again and recommend O'Brien's Moving and Storage to our friends in the future. ### Owner's reply Francie, Thank you for this amazing review. The result you have expressed is exactly what we all strive to accomplish. I love that you walked away knowing you are now a part of the O'Brien's family, whenever you need us we are a phone call away! I will let the movers know about the kind words expressed about them, that will be very satisfying for all of them. We will look forward to any referrals you send our way, thank you for the opportunity! ## Ask about vault storage Vault storage starts at $40 per month. Tell us what you need to store and for how long. Rather talk? [Call 775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm Our estimators: Sean, Luke, Christa and Janet. 2277 Glendale Ave Sparks, NV 89431 [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 U.S. DOT No. 30611 · MC-109375 · Nevada CPCN 1070