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Riverside Drive runs along the southeast shore of Lady Bird Lake in East Austin. The corridor stretches from I-35 on the west to Pleasant Valley Road on the east, with Lakeshore Boulevard to the north and Oltorf Street to the south. The housing mix here is wide — 1950s and 60s brick homes, mid-2000s student complexes, and new luxury mid-rises all sit within a few blocks of each other.
We handle local moves in and out of the Riverside corridor every week. That includes apartment moves, house moves, and short hops to nearby areas like South Congress and Travis Heights. If you need a moving company near Riverside Drive Austin, we know this stretch of East Austin well.
Riverside Drive fills up fast at month-end. Check same-week availability before your window closes.
What Makes Riverside Drive Moves Different from the Rest of Austin
Moving along Riverside Drive is not like moving in most other Austin neighborhoods. Riverside is a primary east-west route between downtown Austin and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. That means truck routing and timing matter more here than almost anywhere else in the city.
Oracle's campus near Elmont Drive adds midday traffic on weekdays along the eastern section of the corridor. We plan around that. Strip mall parking lots along Riverside can work for short staging windows, but timing depends on the property. We scope that out before move day, not during it.
The newer developments here have also changed the rules. South Shore PUD and Lakeshore PUD replaced older garden-style apartment complexes. Those newer buildings now have stricter move-in requirements than what longtime Riverside renters may be used to. Knowing that ahead of time keeps your move on schedule.
Apartment Complexes Along East Riverside — What to Know Before Move Day
If you live in one of the mid-rise or older complexes between I-35 and Pleasant Valley Road, your move-out comes with a few extra steps. Many buildings constructed between 1996 and 2003 were built as furnished or all-bills-paid student units. Move-outs from these units often involve more items than expected.
Newer luxury buildings along Lakeshore Boulevard frequently require a certificate of insurance (COI) and an advance elevator reservation before your crew can start. We handle COI submission as part of our process — but we need lead time. Contact your leasing office and your moving crew at least five to seven days out.
Older walk-up buildings east of Pleasant Valley Road are still common. These are typically three stories with no elevator. Stair carries take more time and crew effort, so plan your quote accordingly.
One more thing: CapMetro routes 20, 300, and 320 run through the Riverside corridor. Our trucks stay clear of active bus stops on Riverside Drive. Keep this in mind when thinking about where your crew will stage.
- Confirm your building's move-in or move-out window early
- Many complexes allow moves only between 9 AM and 5 PM, Monday through Friday
- Ask your leasing office if a COI or elevator reservation is required
How to Reach Us and Get to Riverside Drive on Move Day
Getting to Riverside Drive is straightforward from most parts of Austin.
From North Austin or downtown, take I-35 South to Exit 234A for Riverside Drive and head east into the corridor. From South Austin, take South Congress Avenue north and turn east on Riverside Drive. From Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, head west on Riverside Drive directly into the neighborhood — it is a straight shot.
For truck staging, side streets off Crossing Place or Faro Drive offer low-conflict options for large moving trucks. Avoid parking on the main Riverside Drive corridor if possible. Bus route conflicts and airport-bound traffic make that stretch difficult for staging.
The best time to start a Riverside Drive move is between 7 and 9 AM. That window gets you in and out before Riverside Drive builds toward its midday and afternoon airport-bound flow.
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Moving to or from South Shore, Travis Heights, and South Congress
Riverside Drive is close to some of Austin's most in-demand South Austin neighborhoods. Short-haul moves between these areas are among the most common jobs we do in this part of the city.
Travis Heights sits just across the Lady Bird Lake boardwalk corridor. The streets there are narrow, the homes are older bungalows, and truck parking is limited. We know which blocks work and which ones slow everything down. South Congress has active street parking enforcement. A crew that knows the ticketing windows saves you from delays and fines on move day.
The Zilker area brings its own challenges — mature trees, narrow driveways, and tight access points. Equipment choices matter on those jobs. Bouldin Creek and South Lamar are also common destination neighborhoods from Riverside, and we run that route regularly.
If you are moving from Riverside to any of these areas, a local crew familiar with both ends of the move makes the whole day shorter.
How to Prepare Your Riverside Drive Move for a Smooth Handoff
Good preparation saves time and protects your deposit. Riverside Drive is a high-turnover rental area. Leasing offices here are experienced with move-outs and they expect documentation. Take photos of every room before you hand over the keys.
The ACC Riverside Campus on Grove Boulevard creates mid-week foot and vehicle traffic near the eastern edge of the neighborhood. If your building is in that area, plan your truck positioning in advance. Mornings before 9 AM are your cleanest window.
The H-E-B Plus at Riverside and Pleasant Valley Road is a good last-stop for boxes, packing tape, and supplies the day before your move. It is easy to reach from most complexes in the corridor.
- Seal all boxes before move day
- Clear furniture pathways inside your unit
- Arrange parking for the moving truck in advance
- Ask your leasing office for written move-out instructions
Local Moves We've Done Near Lady Bird Lake and East Oltorf
We have worked all over this corridor. Here is what some of those jobs looked like.
A third-floor walk-up off Oltorf with no elevator required furniture disassembly, padding, and stair carries to the truck. We built extra time into the crew schedule for that one and finished on schedule.
A luxury mid-rise on Lakeshore Boulevard required COI submission 48 hours before move day and an elevator reservation from 8 to 11 AM. We submitted the paperwork, locked in the window, and completed the move before peak traffic hit Riverside Drive.
A 1960s ranch-style home near Penick Place had a tight driveway on a slab-on-grade lot. We used sidewalk staging to protect the landscaping and kept the driveway clear the entire time.
One of the more common corridors we run is East Riverside to the Mueller neighborhood — about 15 minutes door to door. If that is your move, we have done it many times and can give you an accurate time estimate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to reserve an elevator to move out of my Riverside Drive apartment?
Many newer buildings along the Lakeshore Boulevard corridor require advance elevator reservations before your crew can begin. Check with your leasing office as soon as you have a move date. Some complexes limit moves to weekday hours only, so confirm that window early.
Do movers need a certificate of insurance for buildings in East Riverside?
Newer luxury buildings in the corridor commonly require a COI before your crew can access the building. Confirm this with your property manager five to seven days before your move so there is enough time to get it submitted.
What's the difference between moving from an older Riverside walk-up vs. a new mid-rise?
Walk-up buildings require stair carries and more crew time since there is no elevator. Mid-rise buildings need elevator booking in advance, but most have loading dock access that speeds up the process. Both are manageable — the prep steps are just different.
Does Riverside Drive traffic affect move day timing?
Yes — Riverside Drive is a primary route to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, and traffic builds quickly. Morning moves that start before 9 AM or resume after 10 AM avoid the heaviest flow. We plan truck routes around this on every Riverside job.
Can a moving truck park on Riverside Drive or nearby streets?
Street parking along the main Riverside Drive corridor is limited and conflicts with CapMetro bus routes. Side streets off Crossing Place and Faro Drive are better staging options for large trucks. We identify the right staging spot before move day.
Do you serve neighborhoods near Riverside Drive like Travis Heights and South Congress?
Yes. Travis Heights and South Congress are two of the most common destination neighborhoods from Riverside Drive. We run that corridor regularly and know the parking and access conditions on both ends.
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