Adalar Household Storage

Adalar, known in English as the Princes' Islands, is the only car-free district of Istanbul. On Büyükada, Heybeliada, Burgazada and Kınalıada, you reach the islands by ferry, and on the islands themselves only service vehicles are allowed. That is why household storage in Adalar takes far more planning than in a mainland district: your belongings have to travel from the house to the pier, from the pier to the mainland and from there to the warehouse — all in a single day and in the right order.

At Troy Depo, every island move starts with a survey. Once we have seen the location of the house, its distance from the pier, the volume of your belongings and the fragile items on site, the moving day and method are finalized. After your belongings cross to the mainland, they are placed in whichever of our partner warehouses on the Asian side of Istanbul suits you best.

Who Needs Household Storage in Adalar?

Summer residents

Many homes in Adalar are used mainly during the summer months. In a wooden mansion left empty over the winter, humidity and salty sea air can damage furniture, textiles and books. Moving valuable pieces into storage when the season ends and bringing them back in the same order in spring is the choice of many island residents.

Homeowners restoring their houses

Restoring a historic wooden house can take months and requires emptying the house completely. Antique furniture, heirloom rugs and old mirrors are the pieces that need the most protection during this process.

Families moving from the islands to the city

For families who leave the islands for the mainland or sell their home, some belongings may go to the new house and some into storage. We make this split together with you during the survey.

Adalar Neighborhoods and Housing

The four inhabited islands of Adalar are quite different from one another. Büyükada and Heybeliada are known for wooden mansions with gardens and historic houses; here the volume of belongings is large, the pieces are heavy and often antique. Burgazada has quieter, smaller homes, while apartment flats are common on Kınalıada. Most houses sit on steep streets some distance from the pier. That is why we plan each island move separately: the same volume of belongings reaches the pier much faster from a flat on Kınalıada than from a mansion at the top of Büyükada.

If you are moving off the island, scheduling the move on a weekday and outside the high season reduces both the crowds at the pier and the waiting time. Marking fragile items and antiques separately ensures that extra care is taken with these pieces when the load is transferred at the pier.

A Typical Storage Process in Adalar

The example below was prepared to illustrate a situation we often come across in Adalar.

Imagine a family that spends the summer on Büyükada and the winter in the city. We come for the survey at the end of September and look at the rooms of the mansion, the garden furniture and the antique pieces one by one. The moving day is set according to the weather and sea conditions. The belongings are packed at home and brought down to the pier; after crossing to the mainland, they are placed in the warehouse. In spring, when the family gives us a date, the same route is followed in reverse and everything returns to its place in the mansion.

Adalar Household Storage Prices

Household storage prices in Adalar depend on two things: the volume your belongings take up and the location of the warehouse. If you want moving, packing and insurance, these are listed as separate items in the quote, so you can see exactly what you are paying for from the start.

Prices may vary depending on location and storage type. VAT is included. Transportation fee is priced separately. For detailed information, please contact us. Prices are based on private room storage type. (10.30.2026)

To get a rough idea of how much space your home or business will need, see our guide how many m³ of storage do I need; the exact figure is determined during the free survey. We explain the price components in detail in our article on household storage prices.

What We Pay Attention to When Moving From the Islands

Because there is no car traffic on the islands, the moving day depends on weather and sea conditions. Postponing on a stormy day is better than letting your belongings get wet. We wrap wooden and antique pieces separately against moisture and use framed protection for mirrors and glass display cabinets. Since we know that storing furniture that has been exposed to sea air for a long time in damp conditions increases the risk of mold, we particularly recommend the insured storage option and well-ventilated spaces for belongings coming from Adalar.

How Does the Process Work?

1. Survey and quote: We come to your address, see your belongings on site, calculate the volume and give you a written quote. The survey is free.
2. Disassembly and packing: Wardrobes, beds and tables are disassembled; fragile items, textiles and furniture are packed with suitable materials. Every box is numbered and an inventory list is kept.
3. Transport and placement: Your belongings are transported from Adalar to our partner warehouse and arranged with heavy pieces at the bottom and fragile items on top.
4. Return delivery: When you are ready, just give us a date; your belongings are moved to your new address and, if you wish, your furniture is reassembled.

Private Room or Container?

If you will need to access your belongings from time to time during storage, a lockable private room is the better choice; you can visit during business hours and take any box you need. If you won't touch your belongings for the whole period, container storage is more economical; access to containers is limited and provided by appointment.

How Are Your Belongings Protected in Storage?

The warehouses we work with are facilities that meet standards for security, climate control and pest control. For belongings stored long term, the main risk is mold and odor caused by humidity; that is why we recommend well-ventilated spaces for wooden furniture and textiles. If you want additional peace of mind, there is an insured household storage option.

Separate Solutions for Home and Business Belongings

If you plan to store all or part of your home, you can find approximate volumes by number of rooms and details of the process on our home contents storage page. For business premises, office furniture or archives, our office furniture storage service covers disassembly, an inventory list and reassembly.

Areas We Serve in and Around Adalar

Adalar is located on the Asian side of Istanbul. We work with the same service network in the districts neighboring Adalar; you can see the entire Asian side on our Asian Side household storage page and all of Istanbul on our Istanbul household storage page.

• Bostancı Household Storage
• Maltepe Household Storage
• Kartal Household Storage
• Pendik Household Storage

Frequently Asked Questions

Is household storage possible from Adalar?

Yes. Because island moves require more planning than moves on the mainland, we start with a survey and decide on the moving day and method together, based on the location of the house.

Can I store the belongings from my summer house just for the winter?

Yes. Storage is rented monthly, with a minimum term of 1 month. You can store your belongings through the off-season and get them back in spring; for details, see our article on seasonal storage.

What do you recommend for antique furniture in island homes?

We wrap antique and wooden pieces separately and protect their corners. Since furniture exposed to sea air for a long time carries a high risk of moisture damage, we recommend storing it in well-ventilated spaces and choosing insured storage.

How long can I store my belongings?

Storage is rented monthly, and the minimum term is 1 month. You can extend your contract for as long as you need.

Are my belongings insured?

If you would like extra protection for your belongings against fire, flooding and theft, we can add the insured storage option to your quote.

Which items cannot be stored?

Flammable and explosive materials, perishable food, live plants and pets are not accepted into storage. Furniture, home appliances, electronics, textiles and boxes can be stored without any problem.

Get a Quote for Household Storage in Adalar

Fill out the form for a free survey and a personalized quote, or call us at 0850 888 66 150850 888 66 15.

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