I'm sure if there had been any other way to move out, you would have. I think you have to consider what didn't happen. There really is no great way to break up and move out.
I'm glad you are looking forward and bought this house, it helps you to look forward with some excitement instead of dragging your bags into the fog of the future. I envy you, it must be fun to be moving into a new house. The legalities of the next few days of closing will help you through those first few days. I think it will be a good transition. Are you looking forward to decorating?