Cargo Van Rental Fees and Deposits in Atlanta: A Simple Guide for Renters

If you’re renting a cargo van in Atlanta—maybe moving from a Midtown high‑rise to a Decatur duplex, grabbing a Marketplace find in Cabbagetown, or running a small delivery across the Connector—it helps to know exactly what you’ll pay upfront and what comes back after drop‑off. At Cargo Atlanta, the rental process is designed to be clear so renters know what is due upfront and what may be refunded after the van is returned.

$50 Non-Refundable Reservation Fee

A $50 non-refundable reservation fee is required to secure your cargo van rental booking. The fee is applied to your total for that day’s van—no add‑on—so it functions as part of your Midtown pickup price.

That $50 holds your date and a van in our Midtown fleet—clutch during Georgia Tech move‑in week in August and first‑of‑month Saturdays around GSU and Emory.

$250 Refundable Security Deposit

Cargo Atlanta also requires a $250 refundable security deposit. It’s separate from the reservation fee and covers any post‑trip balance—like miles beyond the included 100 per day, fuel, or repair costs.

The security deposit is refunded within 7 business days after the rental ends, as long as there are no damages, additional mileage charges, unpaid rental days, late return fees, fuel charges, or other balances connected to the rental.

Are Taxes Added to the Rental?

Yes—Atlanta sales tax applies to every rental picked up in Midtown. Sales tax is added to each rental. Your total can include the base rate, Atlanta sales tax, any selected insurance, and per‑mile charges beyond the included 100 miles per day.

When Can Additional Charges Apply?

You’ll only see add‑ons if you trigger them—miles beyond the included 100/day, returning the van with less fuel than at pickup, optional insurance you select, late returns, a $25 declined‑card processing fee, or damage‑related costs.

Late fees may accrue per the policy shown at checkout—often up to a daily‑rate equivalent—so build in time for Peachtree backups, Connector slowdowns, and loading‑dock windows at Midtown towers like Spire or Atlantic House.

Administrative Processing Fees

A $25 administrative processing fee may be charged for declined credit cards. A separate $25 administrative processing fee may also apply if the vehicle is returned with damage. That fee is in addition to any repair costs billed for the damage.

What About Insurance?

During online checkout for your Midtown pickup, you’ll see optional coverage from our third‑party provider with pricing shown. Any insurance purchases are separate from the refundable security deposit and are generally not refundable.

Reserve a Cargo Van in Atlanta

Cargo Atlanta rents low‑roof cargo vans that clear 6'8"–7' garages—with tie‑downs and rubberized floors—ideal for Midtown moves, Emory or Spelman dorm runs, and IKEA Atlantic Station pickups.

Reserve your Midtown pickup—drivers 25+ book direct with 100 miles/day included, no marketplace fees.