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Old Town Moving Cost (2026)
Real median moving prices for Old Town, Staten Island — studios from $434, 1-bedrooms around $589. From real NYC move data.
How much does it cost to move in Old Town?
A local move in Old Town, 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. Old Town 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 Old Town, Staten Island
Old Town is a small East Shore residential neighborhood of houses near Dongan Hills and the railway, quiet and car-dependent. Moves here run house-to-house.
What moving in Old Town is really like
Housing is mostly single- and two-family homes with some small multi-family buildings. Borough estimates (about 81% walk-up, 19% elevator) mainly mean homes with interior stairs, basements and garages here.
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.
Old Town moving cost by apartment size
Median local-move cost, typical crew, and time on site by home size in Old Town:
| 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 Old Town.
What goes into your Old Town moving cost
A Old Town 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 Old Town 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 — Old Town 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 Old Town blocks; your mover can usually arrange it.
Example Old Town moves
Representative local moves in Old Town, based on real MOVD medians and the typical Old Town 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 Old Town
Parking is easier than in the denser boroughs, with driveways and curb space available. The truck carries the move, and off-island trips add a bridge and drive time — around 18 miles on average.
Getting there: Reach Old Town via the Staten Island Railway (Old Town stop), Hylan Boulevard and the SI Expressway (I-278).
Local tips for moving in Old Town
- Add bridge tolls to off-island quotes.
- Clear basement and garage storage before move day.
- Ask the crew to stage in the driveway for a shorter carry.
Your Old Town moving checklist
- 4 weeks outGet your flat-rate MOVD price and lock in your Old Town move date — peak season (May–September) and month-end fill up fast.
- 2–3 weeks outMeasure your stairwell, landings, and doorways — Old Town 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 Old Town 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.
Old Town moving cost — frequently asked
How much does it cost to move in Old Town?
A local move in Old Town, 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. Old Town 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 Old Town?
Most Old Town 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 Old Town walk-ups or elevator buildings?
19% of moves in Old Town start in elevator or doorman buildings and 81% in walk-ups; most moves are studios. 81% of moves in Old Town 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 Old Town?
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 Old Town?
Yes — walk-ups typically add about $50–$150 per flight of stairs. In Old Town, 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 Old Town?
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 Old Town 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 Old Town?
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 Old Town 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 Old Town?
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