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If she is an adult don't bring her parents into it. This is between the two of you, and it may actually make things worse. You've made a few phonecalls, and she hasn't responded, but don't harass her. I assume it is a cellphone number, so at least you have that to track her down with. Send her a certified letter asking for the items to be returned. Depending on when she moved you may be able to have the letter forwarded if she filled out mail forwarding through the post office. That usually is guaranteed for up to six months after moving. If you get return receipt you have proof that it was received, and you may even be able to find out her current address. Make sure you list the items in detail, and give her a date to return the items, or to make arrangements to return them. If she doesn't take any action, check your local laws (usually the county where it happened), and file small claims against her. Hopefully you have receipts and/or pictures of you with the items, as you can use that as evidence.
I just filed in small claims yesterday against my former roommate, so I have personal experience in this area (plus my job is in a law library so I help people research this often). We sent a certified letter and did make attempts to get our items back and receive payments for past due bills before we filed. A paper trail is your friend. However be prepared to not see your things again, and that for the amount of $800 you are likely headed to small claims, and lawyers aren't allowed there . It'd probably cost more for a lawyer than for your things.
PM with some details if you want me to do research for your area and point you to some resources.
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