Leticia H.
O'Brien's Moving and Storage packing crew were great!! They were fast, friendly and most importantly, very professional. Thank you guys.
Storage for Tahoe City households
About 66 percent of housing units in the Sunnyside-Tahoe City area are seasonal or occasional-use homes, two out of three. O'Brien's wooden vaults in Sparks start at $40 per month.
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4.3 on Google · 71 reviewsFamily owned since 1941U.S. DOT No. 30611
- 52 mi from our Sparks warehouse
- Placer County
Sunnyside-Tahoe City: Movers and renters
- Drive to our vault warehouse52 mi, about 1 h 11 min
- Households renting29.7%
- Moved in the past year9%
- Seasonal or second homes66.2%
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates; OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap data, free-flow drive from 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks.
The Sunnyside-Tahoe City area on the lake's West Shore has about 1,600 people in roughly 670 households at about 7,000 feet, in Placer County, California. About 30 percent of households rent, and part-time owners outnumber year-round residents.
Two out of three homes are part-time
The Census estimate of 66.2 percent seasonal units is among the highest in the Lake Tahoe area. In a community like that, furniture comes and goes with owners and renters, and a home that closes for months needs a plan for what stays inside.
Storage lets an owner clear a house for rental, listing, repair or a long absence.
Why the West Shore matters
Tahoe City is the hub of the West Shore, and the drive from the warehouse is about 52 miles and 71 minutes. The route passes through mountain terrain, so the crew plans extra time.
In winter, chain controls and closures show on Caltrans QuickMap. Spring and fall are easier for large moves, and the spring guide and summer guide cover those seasons.
Rental homes and turnover
A short-term rental owner refreshes furniture and replaces worn pieces on a schedule. The outgoing pieces need somewhere to wait for resale or donation.
Vaults hold them in the warehouse until the owner decides.
Vault terms
Each wooden vault is 7 ft x 7 ft x 5 ft. Vault storage starts at $40 per month, and stored goods ship with about 2 to 3 weeks notice.
Questions for the estimator
- How steep is the driveway?
- How many stairs lead to the door?
- How long will the goods be stored?
- Where do they go next?
Free estimate and boxes
The in-home estimate is free and includes 10 free heavy-duty boxes. See seasonal and second-home storage.
Preparing a house that closes for months
A house on the West Shore may be empty from October until June. Before it closes, owners often put the pieces most sensitive to cold and damp into storage and leave the rest.
The crew lists everything on an inventory, so a vault opened months later holds no surprises.
Sources (checked October 18, 2026)
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
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2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431
| Monday to Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm |
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| Saturday and Sunday | Closed |
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Permitted in California
O'Brien's Moving & Storage moves households within California under its own authority: Cal PUC T-90973 (as published by O'Brien's). A move between Nevada and California crosses a state line, so it is an interstate move under our federal authority (U.S. DOT No. 30611, MC-109375) instead.
Answers
Storage for Tahoe City households questions
Still have a question? Call 775-359-6683, Mon-Fri 8-5, or see the moving FAQ.
Does the crew serve the West Shore?
Yes. Tahoe City is within the Lake Tahoe and Truckee service area.
Can I store a second home's furniture for the whole year?
Yes. Long stays use the same vaults as short ones.
Can I store only the furniture from one room?
Yes. The estimator lists the room's contents and quotes by what goes into the vaults.
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What customers say about O'Brien's
Janet M.
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.
Francie H.
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!
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Vault storage starts at $40 per month. Tell us what you need to store and for how long.