--- title: Senior Moves and Downsizing in Sun Valley, NV url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/sun-valley/senior-moving/ 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 Sun Valley](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/sun-valley/) - Senior moves and downsizing in Sun Valley # Senior moves and downsizing in Sun Valley About 86 percent of Sun Valley householders moved in before 2020, and 75.5 percent of homes are owned, so the senior moves here come after many years in one house. O'Brien's offers a free in-home estimate with 10 free heavy-duty boxes, and the warehouse is 6.7 miles and 13 minutes away. 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/) ## Sun Valley: Age and time in the home - Median age 35.8 - Householders in their home since before 2020 85.9% - Homes owned 75.5% - Median year built 1990 Data: [U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates](https://www.census.gov/data/developers/data-sets/acs-5year.html). Sun Valley has about 6,900 households and 22,000 residents, a median age of 35.8 and a median home value of $349,100. Only 6.3 percent of residents moved in the past year. That low turnover is the headline for a senior move, since a household that stayed put has the most to sort when the time comes. ## Long stays, full houses Only 14.1 percent of Sun Valley householders moved in during 2020 or later. The rest have been in place longer, many for decades, given a median build year of 1990 and about 32 percent of homes from before 1980. A long stay means a long list: collections, tools, craft supplies and furniture from several stages of life. ## A mix of home types Only 43.5 percent of homes are single-family detached, so the area has a wide range of home types. A move out of a smaller home or a manufactured home has its own planning points, such as the width of the entrance and the path from the door to the truck. The estimator measures both at the visit and notes them on the estimate. ## Quick access to Glendale Ave Sun Valley is 6.7 miles and 13 minutes from the warehouse, using SR 443 and I-580. For a household that wants some things stored, a vault is minutes away. Vault storage starts from $40 per month, and about 2 to 3 weeks notice ships stored goods. ## Keeping the family involved Sorting is easier when the whole family sees the same list. The [home inventory builder](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/tools/inventory-builder/) and the [senior moving checklist](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/senior-moving-checklist/) give everyone one place to start. The office can talk with relatives by phone Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm at 775-359-6683. ## What a quiet move looks like A senior move in Sun Valley can be modest in size and still need care. The crew introduces itself, walks the plan with the household, wraps the pieces that matter and sets up the first room before leaving. If anything is left to decide, the vault in the Sparks warehouse holds it until someone is ready. ### 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) - [Administration for Community Living, Eldercare Locator](https://eldercare.acl.gov/home) - [USPS, Mover's Guide](https://moversguide.usps.com/) ### Free in-home estimate - An O'Brien's estimator walks through your home - A written, itemized estimate - 10 free heavy-duty boxes, yours to keep [How our estimates work](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/how-our-estimates-work/) ### 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 - [Senior moves and downsizing help](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/senior-moving/) - [Downsizing for seniors](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/downsizing-for-seniors/) - [Movers in Sun Valley](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/sun-valley/) - [Partial packing and box-packing-only service](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/packing/partial-packing/) Nearby ## The same service in nearby towns - [Senior moves and downsizing in Lemmon Valley](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/lemmon-valley/senior-moving/) - [Senior moves and downsizing in Golden Valley](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/golden-valley/senior-moving/) - [Senior moves and downsizing in Cold Springs](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/cold-springs/senior-moving/) - [Senior moves and downsizing in Verdi](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/verdi/senior-moving/) - [Senior moves and downsizing in Washoe Valley](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/washoe-valley/senior-moving/) - [Senior moves and downsizing in Reno](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/reno/senior-moving/) - [Movers in Sun Valley](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/sun-valley/) In Sun Valley ## More services in Sun Valley - [Packing services in Sun Valley](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/sun-valley/packing/) - [Storage for Sun Valley households](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/sun-valley/storage/) Answers ## Senior moves and downsizing in Sun Valley 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/). ### Does the crew pack small items such as tools? Yes. Tools, craft supplies and hobby items are packed in cartons made for their weight. ### Can I choose which rooms get packed? Yes. Partial packing is a choice on the estimate. ### Is there a charge to see the home? No. The estimator visits free of charge. ## 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) 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! M Mark S. January 22, 2026 Great company and local. They take great care of your moving needs. They are very accommodating and quick to respond. Highly recommend them for your moving needs and storage needs. Thanks to the O'Brien team for doing a fantastic job. D Debbie G. October 17, 2025 Both movers were courteous, efficient and very carful with my furniture. Also, talking with Janet over the phone was a pleasure. ## Get your free, in-home moving estimate An estimator visits, walks through everything and gives you a written, itemized estimate. 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