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How many boxes for a 2 bedroom home?

Most 2 bedroom home moves need 44 to 76 boxes. An average household lands near 58. Two-bedroom moves are the most common size. The second bedroom is often an office, guest room, or kid's room, and each has a very different box mix.

Home size
How much stuff?

Be honest. Open a few closets first.

Fragile items (dishes, glass, decor)
8

Couches, dressers, tables, TVs, headboards.

Move distance
58
Total boxes

2 bedroom box breakdown

Amount of stuffSmallMediumLargeWardrobeDish packTotal
Minimal171492244
Average2218123358
Lots2923164476

Packing tips for this size

Other home sizes

Need the full list of what to buy? See the moving supplies checklist.

Common questions

How many boxes do I need for a 2 bedroom home?

Most 2 bedroom home moves take 44 to 76 boxes. An average household needs about 58: 22 small, 18 medium, 12 large, 3 wardrobe and 3 dish pack boxes.

How much packing tape for a 2 bedroom home?

About 5 rolls of 55 yard tape for 58 boxes. Buy one extra roll for labeling and repairs.

How much packing paper for a 2 bedroom home?

Around 25 pounds of unprinted packing paper, more if you have a lot of dishes or glassware.