Mark S.
Great company and local. They take great care of your moving needs. They are very accommodating and quick to respond. Highly recommend them for your moving needs and storage needs. Thanks to the O'Brien team for doing a fantastic job.
Moving from Reno to Santa Rosa
Santa Rosa's July low averages 51.7 degrees in NOAA's 1991-2020 normals, nearly nine degrees cooler than Reno's 60.4, and the city is about 223 miles from our Sparks warehouse. Median home value there is $713,900 in the American Community Survey.
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4.3 on Google · 71 reviewsFamily owned since 1941U.S. DOT No. 30611
- 222 miles
- about 4 h 34 min of driving
Reno-SparksSanta Rosa-Petaluma, CA
222 miles by road
- Driving time (free-flow)about 4 h 34 min
- Days behind the wheel at 500 miles a day1
- Main roadsI-80, CA-12, CA-29
Mountain passes on the way
- Donner Summit (I-80)7,213 ft
| Measure | Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | Reno-Sparks |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $104,674 | $87,485 |
| Median gross rent | $2,158 | $1,592 |
| Median home value | $815,500 | $502,300 |
| January average high | 58 F | 48 F |
| July average high | 84 F | 94 F |
| Snow in a normal year | not published | 20.9 in |
- Moved from California to Nevada (2024)about 53,289
- Moved from Nevada to California (2024)about 21,133
- Moved into Washoe County from Sonoma County, California, per yearabout 274
- Moved from Washoe County to them, per yearabout 110
Data (read 2026-10-19): OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap data, free-flow drive from 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks; U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates; NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020; U.S. Census Bureau, State-to-State Migration Flows (ACS 1-year 2024); U.S. Census Bureau, ACS county-to-county migration flows 2016-2020.
Santa Rosa is the largest city in Sonoma County, set between the redwood coast and the wine valleys. Census flows count about 274 people a year moving from Sonoma County to Washoe and about 110 a year going the other way. This page covers the Sonoma County end of the trip.
A cool, wet North Bay climate
The Santa Rosa station lists a January high of 57.9 degrees, a January low of 37.5, a July high of 83.5 and a July low of 51.7. Annual precipitation is 33.78 inches. NOAA does not publish a snowfall figure for that station.
The 7.35 inches Reno receives a year looks small beside that. Households often add a rain jacket, a dehumidifier and a covered spot for outdoor furniture to their lists.
Housing and rent in Sonoma County
In the American Community Survey, Santa Rosa city has a median home value of $713,900, median gross rent of $2,152 and median household income of $99,060, with 43.3 percent of households renting. The Santa Rosa-Petaluma metro shows $815,500 for a home and $2,158 for rent.
These medians compare with $502,300 and $1,592 for the Reno metro. A household that sells in Washoe County and buys in Sonoma County usually reviews how much furniture the new floor plan can hold.
California's first-month checklist
California DMV gives new residents 10 days for a California driver license and 20 days to register a vehicle from another state. The base statewide sales and use tax is 7.25 percent, and district taxes add 0.10 to 2.00 points where they apply.
The Franchise Tax Board's 2025 schedule runs up to 12.3 percent on the highest brackets, and Nevada collects no individual income tax. A tax professional can explain how a mid-year move is treated.
How we run a move to the North Bay
You book with O'Brien's after a free in-home estimate that comes with 10 free heavy-duty boxes. We coordinate the move through the Bekins Van Lines network, with a delivery window set in your written estimate. See how an interstate move works for the order of steps.
Sonoma County leases and closings do not always line up with a truck. Vault storage from $40 per month keeps the household in Sparks until you are ready.
Licensed movers
U.S. DOT No. 30611
MC-109375
Nevada CPCN 1070
Cal PUC T-90973 (as published by O'Brien's)
Bekins Van Lines interstate agent since 1955
Check our USDOT record · Ready to Move? (FMCSA)
Licenses and authorityVisit or call the office
2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431
| Monday to Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Saturday and Sunday | Closed |
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Bekins Van Lines network
How a long-distance move works with a Bekins agent
O'Brien's Moving & Storage has been an agent for Bekins Van Lines since 1955. On an interstate move the Bekins network carries your shipment under the van line's interstate system; O'Brien's books the move in either direction. Leaving Northern Nevada, we give the free in-home estimate, pack, store in our Sparks warehouse if you need it, and load. Moving here from another state, you book with us and we coordinate the move from your origin through the Bekins network, then handle delivery, unpacking and storage in Sparks. Your written estimate sets the delivery window. What being a Bekins agent means.
Your rights on an interstate move
Federal booklets every interstate mover must give you
- Ready to Move? Tips for a Successful Interstate Move (FMCSA)
- Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move (FMCSA)
- Protect Your Move: check any mover's USDOT number. Ours is U.S. DOT No. 30611.
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Answers
Moving from Reno to Santa Rosa and Sonoma County questions
Still have a question? Call 775-359-6683, Mon-Fri 8-5, or see the moving FAQ.
How cool are Santa Rosa summer nights?
NOAA's normals list a July low of 51.7 degrees at the Santa Rosa station, against 60.4 at Reno.
What is the median home value in Santa Rosa?
The American Community Survey lists a median home value of $713,900 for Santa Rosa city and $815,500 for the Santa Rosa-Petaluma metro.
How long to get a California driver license?
California DMV gives new residents 10 days to get a California driver license.
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What customers say about O'Brien's
Debbie G.
Both movers were courteous, efficient and very carful with my furniture. Also, talking with Janet over the phone was a pleasure.
Laurie I.
The two employees showed up on time and were very polite and ready to work. Our quote was 8 hours and they finished in 5 hours. Office staff checked in prior to move and confirmed all details and check in after move to make sure everything was taken care of. Would use this company again for sure!
Owner's reply
Laurie, Thank you for the awesome review! We are glad to hear everything went smoothly, and you were satisfied with the service. We want to also thank you for your business we appreciate you!
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