Orders to Naval Support Activity Mid-South come with a long to-do list, and finding a place to live is near the top of it. This checklist walks through the housing side of a PCS move to Millington from the renter’s point of view: what to line up before you leave, what to do in your first week, and how Millington Oaks at 4945 Navy Rd fits into the picture. It sticks to what we can confirm; anything about your entitlements, timelines, or base processes should come from your command and the installation’s official resources.

Before you leave your current duty station

Get your paperwork in one place

Keep a digital and paper copy of your orders, a photo ID, and recent proof of income together. Landlords generally ask for identification and income information with an application, and having it ready means you can apply as soon as you find the right home. If you are a military spouse handling part of the move, make sure you have what you need to act on the household’s behalf.

Decide what size home you need

Millington Oaks has two layouts. The one-bedroom, one-bath is 750 square feet and starts from $875 per month. The two-bedroom, one-bath is 850 square feet and starts from $975, with both flat and two-story layouts. Compare them on the floor plans section of our homepage before you schedule shipment, so you know roughly how much furniture will fit.

Set a housing budget early

Your housing allowance, if you receive one, depends on factors set by the Department of Defense, so check your own numbers with official sources rather than relying on a figure from a website. Then build in the costs that come with any move: application fees, deposits, utility setup, and first month’s rent. At Millington Oaks, the application fee is $50 and the security deposit is $250. Other charges can apply, such as pet rent if you have a pet. Our post on BAH and renting off base covers how to think through the numbers in general terms.

Researching Millington from a distance

Millington is a city in northern Shelby County, part of the Memphis metro, and it grew up alongside the Navy presence. If you have never been here, our apartments near NSA Mid-South page and the living near NSA Mid-South post are good starting points. For a wider view of the city, see apartments in Millington, TN.

Ask for a virtual look or a quick in-person tour

If you can’t visit before reporting, call or text (901) 878-0733 or email [email protected] and ask what options exist to see a home. If you arrive on house-hunting leave or in temporary lodging, a tour is the most reliable way to judge a specific unit, the parking, and the walk to your door. You can schedule a tour online.

Your first week in Millington

Tour, then apply

Availability changes, so plan to tour soon after you arrive. When you find a home you like, the official application is on Rent Manager: apply now. Our guide to applying explains what to expect.

Ask about lease terms that matter to military households

Service members on PCS orders often want to understand how a future set of orders would affect a lease. Federal law, including the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, addresses some of these situations, but the details depend on your circumstances. Ask the leasing office about lease terms directly, and talk to your installation’s legal assistance office if you have questions about your rights.

Set up the basics

  • Confirm which utilities you will need to set up in your name, and when.
  • Decide on renters insurance coverage for your belongings (see our renters insurance basics).
  • Create your resident portal account so you can pay rent and request maintenance online.
  • Update your address with your command, bank, and anyone else who needs it.

Settling in

Once you are unpacked, the community has an on-site dog park, a children’s playground, laundry facilities, and storage. See the full amenities list. If you have a pet, read about our pet-friendly apartments and call for the current pet policy before you move in.

For more on the city itself, browse our moving to Millington guide and the location section of the homepage.

Ready when your orders are

A PCS move is easier when housing is settled early. Compare the floor plans, schedule a tour, or call or text (901) 878-0733. When you are ready, apply online.