Move-In Day Checklist for boötes Residents  

Home hits different here. Here's everything to pack, plan, and prep before you unlock the door. 

Move-in day at boötes is lighter than most first apartments near campus. Your unit already comes furnished with the basics, a full private bathroom for every bedroom, an in-home washer and dryer, and smart home technology. So this checklist skips the furniture-store run and focuses on what actually gets your new place near MSU feeling like home on day one. 

Quick answer: what to bring to boötes

Bring your bedding, personal decor, bathroom essentials, and kitchen items. Skip furniture, a washer and dryer, and major appliances since your boötes apartment is already furnished with those. Below is the full room-by-room list. 

Before move-in day 

Handle these a week or two out so move-in day itself is just carrying boxes. 

  • Confirm your move-in date and time with the boötes leasing office at (406) 545-3177. 

  • Ask about roommate matching if you still need roommates. Boötes helps pair residents so you land with people you'll actually get along with. 

  • Set up your renters insurance policy before you get keys. 

  • Register your vehicle for onsite parking, and check on garage access if you're in a 4-bed townhome with an attached garage. 

  • Coordinate with roommates on shared items like a TV, area rugs, and cookware, since the apartment provides the furnished basics but not everything personal. 

  • Plan your route to 2565 Bon Ton Ave, Bozeman, MT 59715, just off S 11th Ave near the MSU campus and Bobcat Stadium.

Packing list by room

Because boötes apartments come furnished with the basics, your list is shorter than a typical first apartment. 

Bedroom 

  • Sheets, a mattress protector, comforter, and pillows for your provided bed 

  • Hangers and a hamper 

  • Desk lamp and school supplies 

  • Command strips or removable hooks for decor 

Bathroom 

Every bedroom includes its own full, private bathroom, so no schedule-juggling with roommates. 

  • Shower curtain and bath mat 

  • Towels and toiletries 

  • Toilet paper and a small trash can 

Kitchen 

Your kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, so you're stocking it, not equipping it. 

  • Pots, pans, and basic utensils 

  • Plates, bowls, cups, and silverware 

  • A few pantry staples to start (coffee, oil, salt, snacks) 

  • Dish soap, sponge, and dish towels 

Storage and gear 

  • Storage bins for closet organization 

  • Bike lock and gear for the onsite bike storage 

  • Skis, snowboard, or boots for the onsite ski storage once winter hits 

  • A crate or leash if you're bringing a pet, since boötes is pet-friendly with an onsite dog park and pet wash station 

Tech and comfort 

  • High-speed WiFi is already included, so just bring your devices and chargers 

  • Power strips for extra outlets 

  • Personal touches for your furnished living space: throw pillows, a rug, or wall art 

What boötes already handles for you 

Skip these entirely, since they're already part of your apartment or community: 

  • Furnished bedrooms and living spaces 

  • In-home washer and dryer 

  • A full, private bathroom in every bedroom 

  • Stainless steel appliances 

  • Smart home technology 

  • High-speed WiFi 

  • Onsite parking, plus attached garages for 4-bed townhomes 

  • Amazon package lockers for deliveries 

Explore your amenities during your first week

Once you've unpacked, walk the property and try these out: 

  • Year-round spa, cold plunge, and infrared sauna 

  • 24-hour, two-story fitness center 

  • Private study pods and group study rooms for when finals season hits 

  • Gourmet demo kitchen for cooking with friends 

  • Exterior fireplace lounge with seating and a TV 

  • Outdoor pizza oven and grilling patio 

  • Game lounge with pool tables and corn hole 

  • Dog park and pet wash station 

  • Bike and ski storage 

Move-in day logistics in Bozeman

Late-August weather in Bozeman typically runs warm during the day and cools off fast once the sun drops, so plan your heaviest lifting for morning or evening and check the forecast for afternoon thunderstorms, which are common in Montana summers. 

If your move-in lands close to when MSU's residence halls open, expect heavier traffic near campus. Boötes sits off-campus on Bon Ton Ave near S 11th Ave, so you'll mostly avoid that congestion, but it's still smart to load your vehicle the night before and start early. Confirm your onsite parking spot or garage access ahead of time so you're not circling the lot with a full car. 

A simple move-in day order that works well: 

  1. Unload boxes and personal items first since the furniture is already in place. 

  1. Make your bed and set up your bathroom essentials so both are ready by night one. 

  1. Unpack the kitchen next so you can cook a simple first meal instead of ordering out again. 

  1. Save decor, wall art, and organizing for day two. 

  1. Walk the property and check out the amenities once you're settled in. 

Your first week checklist

  • Test the washer, dryer, and kitchen appliances 

  • Set up your smart home tech 

  • Locate the nearest grocery store and stock the fridge 

  • Set shared-space expectations with roommates (chores, quiet hours, guests) 

  • Time your commute or walk to MSU campus 

  • Register your car and confirm your parking or garage spot 

  • Pick up any packages waiting in your Amazon locker 

  • Save the leasing office contact info in your phone 

Frequently asked questions

When can I move into boötes? Move-in dates are set by your individual lease. Contact the leasing office to confirm your exact date and time slot. 

Is boötes furnished? Yes. Boötes apartments come furnished with the basics a student needs, plus in-home washer and dryer, stainless steel appliances, and smart home technology. 

Does every bedroom have its own bathroom? Yes. Every bedroom at boötes includes a full, private bathroom, so roommates never have to share. 

What should I NOT bring to my boötes apartment? Skip furniture, a washer and dryer, and major kitchen appliances. Your apartment already includes them, so save the space in your vehicle for personal items instead. 

Is there parking at boötes? Yes. Boötes offers onsite parking, and 4-bed townhomes can opt to add a space in their attached garage. 

Does boötes help with finding roommates? Yes. Boötes offers roommate matching to help pair you with residents who fit your lifestyle. 

How far is boötes from MSU? Boötes sits just off S 11th Ave near MSU and Bobcat Stadium, making it a convenient off-campus option for students who want space without a long commute. 

 

Ready to make boötes home? Schedule a tour or find your floor plan before move-in season fills up.