What’s it like to move in Greenwich Village?

Historic buildings, narrow streets. Moves here range from townhouses and walk-ups on tree-lined blocks around Washington Square to pre-war elevator buildings on Fifth Avenue and lower Fifth’s side streets. Older buildings mean tight stairwells and small elevators, and the streets around NYU are busy most of the year.

ZIP codes we serve: 10003, 10011, 10012.

What should I know about my building’s move rules?

Pre-war co-ops and managed rentals usually require a COI and a reserved elevator window, typically on weekdays. Townhouses and small walk-ups rarely need paperwork but have narrow staircases. Reserve your elevator time with the building, tell us the time, and we’ll plan the move around it.

Where will the moving truck park?

As close to your door as the street allows. NYC doesn’t issue parking permits for moving trucks, and many Village streets are narrow and one-way, so our crew scouts your block before move day and plans the nearest legal spot, loading zone or open curb. You’ll never be asked to save a spot.

When is the best time to move in Greenwich Village?

Avoid late August if you can. NYU’s move-in weeks fill the streets around Washington Square with trucks and families. Mid-month weekdays outside the academic calendar’s busiest weeks are the easiest to schedule.

A fair price with no surprises, then and now

We’ve been moving New Yorkers since 1999. Here’s one of the moves we’re proud of.

Greenwich Village · 3-person crew · Yelp review, 2018

The challenge: Like many people, Val’s biggest worry wasn’t the furniture. It was the bill. He had heard enough stories about movers adding hidden charges at the end of the day.

What we did: Maxwell took his first call, and an estimator visited his home to give him a fair, detailed price. On move day, our three-person crew, Avi, Ahtwhah and Chris, handled the move professionally and on schedule.

The result: The final bill matched the estimate, with no hidden charges.

In his words: “I received a fair estimate and there were no surprises (hidden charges) at the end of the move.” — Val K., Yelp review

Then and now: In 2018, we priced moves with an in-home visit. Today, we do it by video: walk us through your home live, or record it yourself. The promise hasn’t changed: the price we quote is the price you pay.

Tip for your move: Before you book, ask any mover one question: “Is this price final?” If the answer includes “depends,” expect the bill to change on move day.

What’s included in every move?

One flat price covers the full job: every piece of furniture wrapped in moving blankets and stretch wrap, floors and doorways protected, beds and tables taken apart and put back together, and your building’s COI at no charge.

Do you offer packing, piano moving and storage?

Yes, and each is included in the same flat price when you add it.

• Packing: full, partial or just the fragile items. See Packing Services.
• Fine art, antiques and pianos: custom padding, crating and the right equipment. See Delicate Items.
• Storage: overnight on the truck, or climate-controlled storage at $0.75 per cubic foot per month when your new place isn’t ready. See Storage Solutions.

How much does it cost to move in Greenwich Village?

One flat price, confirmed after your video walk-through, and that’s what you pay. No hourly meter, no fuel surcharge, no move-day surprises.

In Greenwich Village, the biggest price factors are townhouse and walk-up stairs, and long carries on narrow one-way streets.

Why choose a boutique mover?

We cap our schedule at 15 moves a day and never overbook, so your crew is booked for your move alone. One coordinator handles your move from the first call to the last box, our crew members average more than 20 years with the company, and you get an arrival window plus a call about 30 minutes before the crew arrives.

Greenwich Village moving FAQs

Will my price change on move day?

No. Your flat price is locked before move day. The only exceptions are items or services you add on the day, or building access that’s very different from what you described, and we always agree on those with you before any extra work begins.

Can you move a townhouse with narrow stairs?

Yes. Townhouse moves get a crew sized for the stairs, and we protect banisters, landings and doorways. We check your stairwell during the video walk-through.

Should I avoid moving during NYU move-in?

If you can. Late August brings heavy truck traffic around Washington Square. If you must move then, book early and plan for a morning start.

What is your cancellation policy?

Cancel 72 or more hours before move day for a full deposit refund. Rescheduling is free with 48 hours’ notice, subject to availability.

How do I get my Greenwich Village moving quote?

Walk us through your home on a quick video call, or record a short video on your own time. Our AI identifies your furniture and measures the volume, and we send one guaranteed flat price, locked before move day. Call (877) 887-1818, Monday–Sunday, 8am–9pm, or start your video quote.

Nearby neighborhoods we serve

West Village · SoHo · East Village · Union Square