Now that Move-in Week is behind us I thought I should write about how mobile self storage units can benefit students. While out to lunch with the FlexBox family in Athens, we saw hundreds of students moving into the dorms. While it was shortsighted of us to attempt lunch during one of the busiest weeks in Athens. It gave us a reminder on the realities of living in a college town. While this post is directed specifically at students, the challenges can extend to faculty and permanent residents of Athens.
About Athens, GA
Athens is home to the University of Georgia (UGA). It's a lively college town where students make up a large portion of the population. There are over 38,000 students enrolled at the university. With so many students coming and going the demand for housing and storage is constantly rising. Mobile containers have become a popular option for students as they can cater to the constant changes in their lives.
Athens is well known for its bustling college life. As is often the case with large college towns, students can face challenges when it comes to storage. This is especially true during study abroad programs or moving.
Benefits for Students
Flexible: Students are constantly on the move, this can make finding storage a constant challenge. Portable storage containers are rented on a monthly basis. This makes them a great option for students who need a place to store their belongings over the summer or during a study abroad semester. Unlike renting an apartment, there are no long term contracts. If plans change you’re not stuck with a monthly bill or left looking for a sub-lesser.
Convenience: Mobile storage containers are delivered directly to the student’s location, whether it’s an apartment near campus or a house in Five Points. They can pack their belongings at their own pace then have the mobile unit picked up. It can then be moved to their new home or stored until they’re ready to retrieve their items.
Space Management: Apartments are often small with limited space. This space can be made even smaller when you have roommates. Portable units allow you to store infrequently needed items, freeing up valuable space in your living areas.
Summer Break: Many students leave during the summer and need a place to store their belongings until classes start back up. Many portable unit companies like FlexBox offer storage at their location. They can be loaded at a student's location, taken away for the summer, then brought back to a new location in the fall.
Study Abroad Programs: Many colleges including UGA offer a variety of study abroad programs. When students opt for one of these programs they often need to store their belongings while they’re overseas. Mobile units offer a convenient place to keep their items until they return.
Off-Campus Moves: Moving from one off-campus apartment to another can be stressful. Oftentimes your new lease date can be awkwardly spaced from your current lease’s move out date. Mobile containers allow you to store their belongings temporarily during the transition. You can stay with friend’s or in a hotel without worrying about what to do with your belongings.
Athletic Equipment: UGA has a strong athletic culture, and many students participate in sports or outdoor activities. Mobile storage containers offer an excellent solution for storing athletic equipment, such as bikes, kayaks, or seasonal sporting equipment, that may not fit in a typical student apartment.
Consider FlexBox! We are a local family owned company based out of Greensboro, Ga and serve Athens, Ga. One of Larry’s (owner of FlexBox) sons as well as his daughter in law attended and graduated from UGA. His daughter in law currently works for the university.
