Spring Move-in Process

Keep the Move-in Guide at Your Fingertips!

We recommend having the Move-in Guide on your phone on Move-in Day so that you can refer to the check-in and unloading instructions and the Getting Settled Guide as needed throughout the day.

You can access the Move-in Guide directly from the SF State Mobile App. Simply download the App from the App Store or Google Play by searching for SF State Mobile, then click the 'Housing' button and select 'Move-in Guide'.

Once you're moved-in and settled, be sure to check out other great features of the SF State Mobile App, such as campus maps, dining locations, and more!

Learn About the SF State Mobile App

Things to Know

CHECK-IN

ITEMS REQUIRED FOR CHECK-IN | Your SF State ID –OR– government-issued ID –AND– a screen shot of your room assignment from the Student Housing Portal.

Please Note:

A family member or friend CANNOT check in for you.
Your meal plan (if applicable) will be activated at check-in.

View of Towers at Centennial Square from Lot 20

UNLOADING & PARKING

Only one vehicle will be allowed in the unloading areas per resident.
Long term parking in Lot 20 is FREE on Move-in Day (January 25th). The unloading permit you received at check-in must be displayed.
Lot 20 Max clearance is 6’8”. Large trucks, trailers, or recreational vehicles cannot be accommodated.

Please Note: SF State is not responsible for any parking violations, so be sure to follow all parking restrictions.

Student moving belongings on move-in day

MOVING BINS

We encourage you to bring your own dolly or hand truck as moving bins are limited and only provided in select communities (see Move-in Steps below).

Please Note:

1 bin can be checked out for 1 HOUR max.
There is an $85 charge for bins that are not returned.

Move-in Steps

Move-in Process Timeline: Check in, key pick-up, unload, park

When to Come

January 25, 2025

Between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Please contact the Student Housing Office at housing@sfsu.edu if you are running late and will arrive outside of this move-in timeframe.

Where to Go

Central Neighborhood (TCS, TJS, VCS and WGC)

CHECK-IN LOCATION

Towers Conference Center at 798 State Drive. [VIEW GOOGLE MAP]

UNLOADING LOCATION

Top level of Lot 20 on State Drive. [VIEW GOOGLE MAP]

STEP 1 | CHECK-IN & PICK UP YOUR KEYS

Drive to Lot 19 and temporarily park.
Proceed to the check-in area to receive your keys, move-in packet, and unloading permit.

STEP 2 | UNLOAD YOUR VEHICLE

Return to your vehicle and drive to the top level of Lot 20.
Park your vehicle and fill out the bin rental card on the unloading permit you received at check-in.
Hand the bin rental card and your ID to staff at the bin rental location to rent a moving bin.
Place the unloading permit in your vehicle according to the instructions on the permit.
Unload your belongings.

STEP 3 | MOVE YOUR VEHICLE TO LONG TERM PARKING

After unloading your belongings, return your moving bin to the bin rental location and move your vehicle to any available parking space on the lower levels in Lot 20.

South Neighborhood (MSQ and UPS)

CHECK-IN LOCATION

Manzanita Square Lobby at 2 Varela Ave. [VIEW GOOGLE MAP]

UNLOADING LOCATION

Any available street parking near your building.

STEP 1 | CHECK-IN & PICK UP YOUR KEYS

Park in any available street parking near Manzanita Square.
Proceed to the check-in area to receive your keys, move-in packet, and unloading permit.

STEP 2 | UNLOAD YOUR VEHICLE

Return to your vehicle* and fill out the unloading permit.
Place the unloading permit in your vehicle according to the instructions on the permit.
Unload your belongings.

*If you are a resident of UPS, you may wish to move your vehicle to any available street parking near your building.

STEP 3 | MOVE YOUR VEHICLE TO LONG TERM PARKING

After unloading your belongings, move your vehicle to any available parking space on the lower levels in Lot 20 or to street parking.

North Neighborhood (UPN)

CHECK-IN LOCATION

295 Buckingham Way. [VIEW GOOGLE MAP]

UNLOADING LOCATION

Any available street parking on Buckingham Way

STEP 1 | CHECK-IN & PICK UP YOUR KEYS

Park in any available street parking near the University Park North high-rises.
Proceed to the check-in area to receive your keys, move-in packet, and unloading permit.

STEP 2 | UNLOAD YOUR VEHICLE

Fill out the bin rental card on the unloading permit you received at check-in.
Hand the bin rental card and your ID to staff at the bin rental location to rent a moving bin.
Return to your vehicle and place the unloading permit in your vehicle according to the instructions on the permit.
Unload your belongings.

STEP 3 | MOVE YOUR VEHICLE TO LONG TERM PARKING

After unloading your belongings, return your moving bin to the bin rental location and move your vehicle to any available parking space on the lower levels in Lot 20 or to street parking.