MSQ Move-in Process

What to Bring
WHAT TO BRING
Move-in Process
WHAT TO DO ON MOVE-IN DAY
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MOVE-IN FAQS
Moving Boxes
WHAT TO DO AFTER MOVE-IN
To help you find your way to your check-in and unloading area, each community has been assigned a route color that will correspond with your map, directional signs on the street, and check-in and unloading flags.
Grey route

Manzanita Square residents should follow the grey directional signs to the designated check-in and unloading areas. Look for the grey flags when you arrive at these locations.

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Move-in Steps

STEP 1 | Car Call Lot

LOCATION: 600 WINSTON DRIVE

  • Present your SFSU Mobile Credential & Move-in Confirmation.
  • Receive an unloading permit/bin rental card.
  • Proceed to the unloading area when directed.

Please Note: 

  • If you are arriving by Uber, Lyft or other ride service, skip the Car Call Lot and go directly to your Check-in location. 
  • If you arrive after Move-in hours, go to your community desk to check in. 

STEP 2 | Unloading

LOCATION: MSQ GARAGE AT 2 VARELA AVE.

  • Follow map to the unloading area and temporarily park.
  • Fill out the bin rental card and turn it in to staff to rent a moving bin. 
  • Place the unloading permit in your vehicle according to the instructions on the permit.
  • Move-in staff will unload your belongings.

Please Note: Only 1 vehicle per resident is allowed in the unloading area.

STEP 3 | Check-in

LOCATION: MSQ COURTYARD

Resident: After your vehicle is unloaded, walk to the check-in area and show your SFSU Mobile Credential to receive your keys.

Please Note:  Be sure you are enrolled in classes before you arrive on Move-in Day. If you are not enrolled in classes when you arrive at the Check-in location, you will be required to visit the Advising Center to meet with an Advisor before we can check you in. 

STEP 4 | Park

LOCATION: LOT 20 ON STATE DR.

Guest: Move your vehicle to any available street parking or to Lot 20 levels 1-3 while the resident is checking in. PARKING IS FREE!

Please Note:

  • Due to a max clearance of 6’8”, large trucks, trailers, or recreational vehicles cannot be accommodated in Lot 20.
  • Follow any parking restrictions, as SFSU will not be responsible for any parking violations.  

Moving Bin Rental

Moving bins will be available at the unloading area to make it easier for you to move your belongings. You are welcome to bring small moving equipment, such as hand trucks or dollies.

TO RENT A MOVING BIN:

  • Fill out and detach the bin rental card on the unloading permit you received at the Car Call Lot. 
  • Provide the card along with a government-issued ID. Your ID will be returned to you when you bring your bin back to the bin check-out area.
  • 1 bin can be checked out for a maximum of 1 hour.

Please Note: There is an $85 charge for any bins that are not returned.

Student moving belongings on move-in day