The College Area lists nine moving and storage companies, with seven based in Grantville's commercial corridor. Aid-U Moving Company and San Diego Moving and Packing Services lead the subcategory across 92115 and 92120, covering local moves, packing, and short-term storage.
5922 El Cajon Blvd Unit 5, San Diego, CA 92115
+1 858-531-8343
Verified6029 Fairmount Ave Ste c, San Diego, CA 92120
+1 858-329-0900
Verified6850 Mission Gorge Rd, San Diego, CA 92120
+1 619-861-9191
Verified4401 Twain Ave ste#1, San Diego, CA 92120
+1 619-567-5497
Verified6160 Fairmount Ave A, San Diego, CA 92120
+1 866-626-8764
Verified7585 Mission Gorge Rd, San Diego, CA 92120
+1 619-265-0690
Verified4561 Mission Gorge Pl, San Diego, CA 92120
+1 855-887-4466
Verified5801 Mission Gorge Rd, San Diego, CA 92120
+1 619-285-1083
Verified7245 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115
+1 310-907-5022
VerifiedSeven of the College Area's nine storage and moving companies base out of Grantville's commercial corridor along Mission Gorge Road and Fairmount Avenue in 92120, with two additional companies in College Area proper (92115). The subcategory is dominated by local movers rather than self-storage facilities — for self-storage units, see the general contractor subcategory where facilities like A-1 Self Storage and SecurCare are listed.
Aid-U Moving Company in Grantville handles local and long-distance residential moves, including packing, loading, transport, and unpacking. San Diego Moving and Packing Services in College Area runs local moves and specializes in packing service for homeowners who want a full-service experience. TRUST Moving and Storage in Grantville combines moving service with short-term and long-term storage options.
A local move in San Diego (within the metro area) runs $80–$150 per hour for a two-person crew with a truck, with a typical 2–3 bedroom apartment move taking 4–8 hours. That puts the total for a straightforward apartment move at $400–$1,200 before add-ons like packing materials, heavy-item fees (pianos, safes), and stair charges. Most movers require a 2–3 hour minimum.
SDSU students moving between off-campus apartments at the end of the academic year drive a seasonal spike in demand — booking two to three weeks ahead for May and August moves is typical. Short-term storage between lease terms runs $100–$300 per month for a 5x10 or 10x10 unit.
Self-storage facilities serving SDSU students sit in two zones — Grantville's commercial corridor along Mission Gorge Road and College Area proper along El Cajon Boulevard. A-1 Self Storage and SecurCare Self Storage (both listed in the general contractor subcategory) offer climate-controlled and drive-up units in 92115 and 92120. Monthly rates for a 5x5 unit start around $50–$80, with 10x10 units running $100–$200 depending on climate control and access hours.
SDSU students typically need storage between May and August when leases end but they plan to return for the fall semester. Booking by early April locks in lower rates — summer storage fills quickly in college neighborhoods. Several moving companies in this subcategory offer combined move-and-store packages that bundle the truck, labor, and a storage unit into a single price, which simplifies the semester-end scramble.
Verify the moving company's California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) permit number — all household goods movers operating in California must hold a Cal-T number. Ask for proof of cargo insurance and liability coverage, a written estimate based on an in-person or video walkthrough (not just a phone quote), and a clear hourly rate structure with any minimum-hour requirements disclosed upfront.
Red flags include movers who demand a large deposit before moving day, refuse to provide a written estimate, or quote significantly below market rate and then add surprise fees on the truck. The CPUC maintains a consumer complaint database for California movers. For moving companies serving the areas north and east, the Santee directory and Lakeside directory cover the adjacent communities along Mission Gorge Road and I-8. Moving companies based in Grantville cover routes east into Santee via Mission Gorge Road, making the College Area a natural staging point for east county moves.
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