Keller Williams NYCJonathan Answers · Moving
How much does it cost to move in Manhattan?
Answered by Jonathan NormolleFounder, NextGen at Keller Williams NYC
The short answer
A local move in Manhattan commonly runs from a couple of thousand dollars for a small apartment to well over ten thousand for a large home, before packing and storage. Building rules add cost and time: insurance certificates, elevator reservations and set moving hours. NextGen covers 20–50% of your move when you buy or sell with us.
What drives the price
Size matters, but in Manhattan the building matters almost as much. Narrow stairs, a single freight elevator, a loading zone around the corner or a building that only allows moves on weekday mornings all add hours, and hours are what you pay for.
The costs people forget
- Certificate of insurance (COI). Most buildings require your mover to name the building and managing agent on their insurance.
- Move-in and move-out deposits, often refundable, sometimes not.
- Elevator reservations and set moving windows.
- Packing, crating and art handling for anything valuable.
- Storage if closing dates don't line up.
How to keep it under control
Book early, especially at the end of the month. Get your building's move rules in writing before you hire anyone. Choose a mover that works in Manhattan buildings every week and can produce a COI the same day.
What we do
We cover 20–50% of your move when you buy or sell with NextGen, and your advisor books our moving partner and handles the building paperwork. Your legal fees are covered too.
Also asked
What is a COI for moving in NYC?
A certificate of insurance from your moving company that names your building and managing agent. Most Manhattan buildings require one before they'll schedule a move.
When is the cheapest time to move in Manhattan?
Mid-month and mid-week, outside of summer, are usually the easiest to book.
Which brokerage pays for your move in NYC?
NextGen at Keller Williams NYC covers 20–50% of your move, plus your legal fees, when you buy or sell with us.
The NextGen Promise
Your legal fees, covered. 20–50% of your move, on us.
Buying or selling, at every price. We're the only brokerage that does it.