Moving In/Out

Moving Guide

Move-in day can be hectic, but we've got you covered. Be prepared by reviewing our move-in guide, which outlines steps for a smoother transition. We've also gathered essential links and phone numbers to help you turn on utilities, schedule movers, and change your address. When it's time to move out, our guide ensures the process is just as seamless. Click below to get started.

Moving In


Thank you for choosing to live with MSC. In order to make your move as easy as possible, we have provided the following step-by-step guide with links to help you easily transition to your new home.

  • 1. Pay Deposit & Fees

    Find your desired property on the communities map and apply through the community website. Then, click the link below to resolve any outstanding move-in balance, including security deposit, application fees, or restoration fees. Use the same username and password you used when completing your application.
    View Communities
  • 2. Pay First Month’s Rent Installment & Fees

    Locate your desired property on the communities map and apply through the community website. Then, click the link below to pay the first month’s rent. Use the same username and password you used when completing your application.
    View Communities
  • 3. Express Move-In

    Save time on move-in day by registering for parking, gym, and pool passes you may need in advance. Stop by the office to pick up your keys, and we’ll have a completed move-in packet ready.
    Express Move-In
  • 4. Move-In Guide


    Check our helpful move-in guide to review utility information, key pick-up procedures, and more.

    Thank you for choosing to live with Management Services Corporation. In order to make your move as easy as possible, we have provided the following information to help you in your transition:

    1. Keys:

    The keys to your apartment will be available at 12:00 Noon on the commencement date of your lease. In order to obtain keys, you will need to come to the Leasing Office, located at 780 Madison Avenue, Charlottesville, VA 22903. A Marketing Associate will assist you in completing your move-in paperwork.

    Please note, the first resident to move in will receive ALL move-in information and keys for the apartment. Before you may receive your keys, the first month’s rent, security deposit, restoration fee, application fee(s), and any other balances must be paid in full. If you are unsure of what you will owe when you move in, please contact a Marketing Associate at mscuva063@newapthome.com or (434) 227-4135.

    2. Rent:

    If you are not planning to move in on the date your lease begins, your rent is still due. Please review steps 1 and 2 above to pay move-in fees and rent using our portal. Rent checks may be mailed to P.O Box 5186, Charlottesville, VA 22905 or 780 Madison Avenue, Charlottesville, VA 22903. Checks should be made payable to Management Services Corporation (MSC). Please be sure to indicate your apartment address on the memo section of the check. MSC will only accept payment from persons listed on the lease or a guarantor.

    3. Utilities:

    In order to set up your utilities, you will need to provide the complete address for your apartment. If you are unsure of the full address, please refer to your Lease Agreement or contact a Marketing Associate at mscuva063@newapthome.com or (434) 227-4135

    Please note, you must have the electricity, gas (where applicable), and water/sewer (where applicable) initiated in your name on or before the commencement date of your lease. Please check your lease for specific information on the required utilities for your apartment.

    The phone numbers for utility service providers in the Charlottesville area are provided below:
    - Electricity (Dominion Virginia Power): (888) 782-0455

    - Telephone (CenturyLink): (434) 974-6928

    - Gas, Water, and Sewer (where applicable)

    - Gas (City of Charlottesville): (434) 293-9164

    - Water/Sewer (City of Charlottesville): (434) 970-3211

    4. Parking:

    Please familiarize yourself with the parking policies for your community.
    See Parking Policy

Moving Out


Thank you for choosing to live with MSC. In order to make your move as easy as possible, we have provided the following step-by-step guide with links to help you easily transition to your new home.

  • 1. Keys

    All keys must be returned to Management Services Corporation no later than 12:00 Noon on the last day of your lease. Please use the MSC Key Return Form to access the form. If you need to return keys after our office has closed, please use one of the drop boxes located at our office. One is located in the parking lot and another is adjacent to the Leasing Office entrance.
    MSC Key Return Form
  • 2. Belongings

    All belongings and personal items must be completely removed from the apartment before your lease expires. By law, we are required to keep and store items of value for several days. If it is necessary to store belongings a fee will be charged to your account.
  • 3. Rent

    Please make sure that your rental account is paid in full at the beginning of the month. Some leases do not require a full installment for the final month. Refer to your Lease Agreement cover page to verify your final months installment payment. Leases were copied to you via DocuSign.
  • 4. Cleaning

    For information regarding cleaning guidelines and restoration fee information, please refer to the Resident Handbook for your property. If you have any questions, please contact a Marketing Associate at mscuva063@newapthome.com or (434) 227-4135.
  • 5. Move-Out Inspections

    While we encourage residents to be present for their move out inspection, it is not necessary. To schedule a move out inspection, please contact your Property Manager no less than 7 days prior to move out. Inspections can only take place if the apartment is empty of resident belongings and keys are ready to be turned in. Inspections must be scheduled on a day during your lease term.
  • 6. Security Deposits

    Security deposit checks will be returned to all persons on the lease unless otherwise specified in writing by all parties. When you turn in your keys, you will be asked to provide a forwarding address. Your security deposit will be sent to the forwarding address associated with the designated recipient of security deposit per the lease agreement. Management Services Corporation has 45 days to return your security deposit.

Moving Resources


Moving Companies


Charlottesville U-Haul

(434) 977-8121


Charlottesville Budget Truck Rental

(434) 977-8799


Student Movers

(800) 716-5608


Change Your Address

United States Postal Service

Important Local Numbers


Emergencies

911


Police Department:

(434) 970-3280


Blue Ridge Poison Center:

(800) 222-1222


Animal Control:

(434) 296-5807


Sexual Assault Resource Agency 24-Hour Hotline:

(434) 977-7273

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