Moving Out

  • Provide 30 days’ notice to your landlord in writing if your lease is month-to-month.
  • Subletting? Use our helpful guide to make sure you are ready to sublet.
  • Check your lease for move out date and specifications.
  • Conduct a joint inspection with your landlord to determine if any damage occurred and ensure your security deposit will be returned. Consult the Apartment Condition Checklist you completed when moving in.
  • Provide your forwarding address for your security deposit. Security deposits must be returned within 30 days after your lease ends.
  • Schedule movers and make a storage plan if needed.
  • Notify your cable company and electric/gas company about your move out date.
  • Complete a Change of Address form with the post office so your mail does not get lost.
  • Determine move in date and time of your new apartment.
  • Coming back to Boston in the fall? Follow our posts at  #NUmoveinSept1 on social media (@NUoffcampus)! We have resources for beyond Boston moves here

Mattress Removal

Have a mattress you need to get rid of? Follow the steps from the City of Boston!

How to Donate Items

Looking to donate your things? Here’s a Simple How-To!

  1. Get organized. Assess what you have and make sure it’s in decent condition. Clothes should be thoroughly washed before donating.
  2. Get informed. Find a donation center near you. Drop off items for Northeastern’s Trash2Treasure in Speare Hall during campus move out or donate to these locations in Boston:
  1. Get donating. Bring your new or lightly-used things to a donation center near you and invite your friends to do the same!
  2. Consider recycling options. The City of Boston has information on electronic recycling and clothing/textile recycling too! Not in Boston? Check your local government websites for more tailored info. 

Pro tip: Check out  Buffalo Exchange where you can turn in certain clothing items for store credit or even some cash!

During Your Move

  • Follow trash and recycling guidelines. Download the Boston Trash App or review the City of Boston guidelines.
  • Report issues to City of Boston by dialing 3-1-1. You may also report issues via BOS:311 app or tweet @BOS311 for assistance.
  • Avoid moving things you don’t need. It’s time consuming and physically demanding. Donate or sell items in good condition.
  • Once you move all of your belongings out, take photos of all rooms, including walls and floors, as evidence against any damage claims. A landlord may deduct money from your security deposit for damage beyond ‘normal wear and tear,’ unpaid rent, or if you leave garbage or items behind (excessive cleaning).

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