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Moving Tips Archives - Potomac Station Blog Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:06:08 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.4 Moving to Potomac Station? What to Know Before Move-In Day https://www.potomacstation.com/blog/2026/11/02/moving-to-potomac-station-what-to-know-before-movein-day/ https://www.potomacstation.com/blog/2026/11/02/moving-to-potomac-station-what-to-know-before-movein-day/#respond Mon, 02 Nov 2026 13:59:00 +0000 https://www.potomacstation.com/blog/?p=18 Moving into a new apartment is exciting, but coordinating the details ahead of time ensures a seamless, stress-free transition. If you're preparing to move to Potomac Station Apartments in Leesburg, VA, this guide covers what to know before move-in day, from payments and utilities to parking, pets, maintenance, and more. Your Potomac Station Move-In Checklist…

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]]> Moving into a new apartment is exciting, but coordinating the details ahead of time ensures a seamless, stress-free transition. If you're preparing to move to Potomac Station Apartments in Leesburg, VA, this guide covers what to know before move-in day, from payments and utilities to parking, pets, maintenance, and more.

Your Potomac Station Move-In Checklist

Before picking up your keys, remember to:

Pay your security deposit and any applicable move-in fees.
Set up required utilities and services.
Provide proof of renters insurance.
Activate your resident portal account.
Review resident and guest parking requirements.
Confirm any pet documentation and applicable fees.
Confirm key pickup details and moving vehicle staging/parking with the leasing team.

Taking care of these details ahead of time can make move-in day easier.

1. What Do I Need to Pay Before Moving In?

Before receiving the keys to your new home, you'll need to submit your security deposit and any applicable move-in fees. Payments can be made through the Potomac Station resident portal or by cashier's check.

You'll also need to provide proof of renters insurance before move-in. If you have questions about coverage minimums or required documentation, please contact our leasing team before move-in day, and we'll be happy to help.

2. What Utilities Do I Need to Set Up?

Residents are responsible for utilities at Potomac Station, so be sure to confirm that your required services are set up and scheduled to activate on or before your move-in day.

Washington Gas
844-927-4427

Dominion Energy Virginia
866-366-4357

Town of Leesburg (Water & Sewer)
703-771-2713

Need help preparing for move-in? Contact the Potomac Station leasing team to confirm your payments, utility setup, and other move-in requirements.

3. How Do I Pay Rent at Potomac Station?

You can pay rent through our RentCafe resident portal or mobile app. Setting up your account before move-in will make managing future payments easier.

Residents may also pay by cashier's check, personal check, or WIPS (Walk-In Payment System). If you need help accessing or setting up RentCafe, contact the leasing office for assistance.

4. What Should I Know About Parking and Transportation?

Potomac Station provides parking for residents, with two parking spaces for two-bedroom homes and three spaces for three-bedroom homes. Resident vehicles must display a valid parking sticker, and each vehicle must be registered to the resident or another person listed on the lease.

Guest parking is also available through Zark Parking. Visitors must register their vehicle, pay the applicable daily fee, and park in the space assigned through Zark.

Getting around Leesburg and Northern Virginia is convenient from Potomac Station. The community offers access to Route 7, Battlefield Parkway, and Fort Evans Road, along with nearby Loudoun County Transit service. For regional Metro access, the Ashburn Metro Station connects riders to WMATA's Silver Line.

Potomac Station is also close to many of Leesburg's popular shopping, dining, and entertainment destinations, including local attractions like Historic Downtown Leesburg, Market Station, Village at Leesburg, and Leesburg Premium Outlets.

5. What Is the Pet Policy at Potomac Station?

Potomac Station is a pet-friendly apartment community in Leesburg. Residents may have up to two pets per household, with no breed or weight restrictions at this time.

There is a $300 one-time pet fee per pet and $40 monthly pet rent per pet. Approved service animals are not subject to pet fees or pet rent once required documentation has been verified.

Pet policies are subject to change, so contact the leasing office for the most current requirements.

Ready for Move-In Day?

A little preparation can make moving day much easier. Make sure your payments, renters insurance, utilities, resident portal access, and parking arrangements are ready ahead of time so you can focus on settling into your new home at Potomac Station

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Potomac Station apartments have in-unit laundry?

Apartments include washer and dryer hookups. Residents can bring their own stackable units or rent a stackable washer and dryer for $50 per month.

How do I submit a maintenance request?

Residents can submit maintenance requests through the online resident portal or contact the leasing office directly. Emergency maintenance is available 24 hours a day.

How are packages handled?

Residents are responsible for receiving their own packages and deliveries. The Potomac Station leasing office does not accept or hold resident packages.