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Great Kills Moving Cost (2026)
Real median moving prices for Great Kills, Staten Island — studios from $434, 1-bedrooms around $589. From real NYC move data.
How much does it cost to move in Great Kills?
A local move in Great Kills, Staten Island typically costs $434 for a studio, $589 for a 1-bedroom, and $925 for a 2-bedroom (median, licensed movers, within NYC) — 21% below the citywide median. Great Kills has too few completed moves to publish on its own, so these figures use real Staten Island move data as the best available estimate.
| Apartment size | Median | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $434 | $361–$564 |
| 1 Bedroom | $589 | $455–$766 |
| 2 Bedroom | $925 | $695–$1,250 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,249 | $799–$1,512 |
| 4+ Bedroom | $1,292 | $1,108–$1,754 |
Estimated from real Staten Island move data · Updated 2026-07-12 · Median local move, licensed NYC movers. Prices vary with stairs, elevator access, and distance.
Moving to Great Kills, Staten Island
Great Kills is a large South Shore residential neighborhood of houses, with a harbor and marina at its edge and a busy railway-and-shopping core. It's suburban and car-dependent, and moves here are overwhelmingly house-to-house.
What moving in Great Kills is really like
The stock is mainly single- and two-family houses plus townhouses and some condos. Borough estimates (about 81% walk-up, 19% elevator) understate how house-focused it is — basements, garages and interior stairs drive most moves.
Most moves here are studios (42% of all moves). The most common destination is Manhattan (39% of moves), a median of 18 miles. The busiest time to move is Oct–Jun.
Great Kills moving cost by apartment size
Median local-move cost, typical crew, and time on site by home size in Great Kills:
| Home size | Typical crew | Time on site | Median cost | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2 movers | 2–3 hrs | $434 | $361–$564 |
| 1 Bedroom | 2–3 movers | 3–4 hrs | $589 | $455–$766 |
| 2 Bedroom | 3 movers | 4–6 hrs | $925 | $695–$1,250 |
| 3 Bedroom | 3–4 movers | 6–8 hrs | $1,249 | $799–$1,512 |
| 4+ Bedroom | 4+ movers | 8+ hrs | $1,292 | $1,108–$1,754 |
Crew and time are typical estimates; cost is the real MOVD median for Great Kills.
What goes into your Great Kills moving cost
A Great Kills move is priced on labor (crew size × hours), the truck, and a few add-ons. Here's what moves the number:
- Flights of stairs — roughly $50–$150 per flight. 81% of Great Kills moves are walk-ups, so this is the biggest cost swing here.
- Elevator & COI — many Staten Island buildings require a reserved service elevator and a Certificate of Insurance. MOVD handles the COI; reserve the elevator early.
- Distance & tolls — Great Kills moves run a median of about 18 miles. Cross-borough and bridge/tunnel moves add drive time and tolls.
- Packing — full packing adds labor and materials; pack your own non-fragile boxes to trim the bill.
- Season & timing — May–September peak runs 30–40% higher; mid-week and mid-month beat weekends and month-end.
- Parking permit — a NYC DOT moving-truck permit ($35–$50) may be needed on busy Great Kills blocks; your mover can usually arrange it.
Example Great Kills moves
Representative local moves in Great Kills, based on real MOVD medians and the typical Great Kills building type and destination:
Typical figures for planning — your flat-rate MOVD price depends on your exact inventory, floor, and building access.
Getting a truck in & building access in Great Kills
Driveways and open curbs make truck parking straightforward relative to the denser boroughs. The move is truck-based, and off-island trips to Manhattan or Brooklyn cross a bridge and run longer than the miles suggest — about 18 on average.
Getting there: Reach Great Kills via the Staten Island Railway (Great Kills stop), Hylan Boulevard and Amboy Road, with the SI Expressway (I-278) for off-island moves.
Local tips for moving in Great Kills
- Include bridge tolls in off-island quotes.
- Clear the garage and basement early; house moves carry more stored furniture.
- Reserve driveway space so the truck parks by the door.
Your Great Kills moving checklist
- 4 weeks outGet your flat-rate MOVD price and lock in your Great Kills move date — peak season (May–September) and month-end fill up fast.
- 2–3 weeks outMeasure your stairwell, landings, and doorways — Great Kills is walk-up-heavy, so confirm big furniture will make the turns. Request a COI if your building needs one.
- 1 week outConfirm your move window, finish packing, and label boxes by room. Most Great Kills moves travel about 18 miles, so plan the route and any tolls.
- Move dayClear a path and hold the curb for the truck (a DOT permit helps on busy blocks). Keep valuables and documents with you, and do a final walkthrough before you sign off.
Great Kills moving cost — frequently asked
How much does it cost to move in Great Kills?
A local move in Great Kills, Staten Island typically costs $434 for a studio, $589 for a 1-bedroom, and $925 for a 2-bedroom (median, licensed movers, within NYC) — 21% below the citywide median. Great Kills has too few completed moves to publish on its own, so these figures use real Staten Island move data as the best available estimate.
What is the price range for a move in Great Kills?
Most Great Kills moves fall between $361 (small studio) and $1,250 (larger 2-bedroom). Final cost depends on apartment size, flights of stairs, elevator access, and distance.
Are buildings in Great Kills walk-ups or elevator buildings?
19% of moves in Great Kills start in elevator or doorman buildings and 81% in walk-ups; most moves are studios. 81% of moves in Great Kills start in walk-up buildings, so flights of stairs are the biggest cost swing — each flight adds crew time and typically $50–$150.
When is the busiest time to move in Great Kills?
The busiest time to move is Oct–Jun. The most common destination is Manhattan (39% of moves), a median of 18 miles.
Do movers charge extra for stairs in Great Kills?
Yes — walk-ups typically add about $50–$150 per flight of stairs. In Great Kills, 81% of moves are walk-ups, so stairs are a major cost factor here. Always tell your mover your floor and whether there's a working elevator so the flat quote is accurate.
How far in advance should I book movers in Great Kills?
Book 2–4 weeks ahead for the best Staten Island rates and your preferred date. In peak season (May–September) and at month-end, good crews fill up faster, so 4+ weeks is safer.
Is a Great Kills moving quote a flat rate or hourly?
MOVD moves are quoted as a flat rate — the crew's time, stairs, tolls, and volume are priced in up front, so there's no surprise hourly bill on move day.
How much should I tip movers in Great Kills?
Tipping is optional but appreciated. A common guideline is $20–$40 per mover for a local move, or 10–15% of the total — lean higher for heavy walk-ups, long carries, or a same-day move.
Where does this Great Kills pricing come from?
Median of real MOVD move quotes/bookings by pickup ZIP and apartment size. Neighborhood figures scale the borough size-medians by that neighborhood’s price level (its median vs the borough median), shown only where at least 12 real moves back it. Room and 4BR+ are modeled from studio and 3BR. Ranges are the 25th–75th percentile.
Ready to move in Great Kills?
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