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Tips for Moving to Manhattan, New York
Find New Utility Services
Make a List of Vendors
Register Kids for School
Prepare Your Pets
Know Move-In Rules for Neighborhood
Find a Storage Facility
Things to Do in Manhattan
Cost of Living
Important Manhattan links
Customer reviews from Manhattan

Moving to Manhattan? It can be an exciting time, but not completely devoid of stress. Cities don’t get busier than Manhattan — it’s constantly bustling with energy and people at all hours of the day. As you navigate your new move, here are some tips to keep in mind when moving to Manhattan, New York.

Manhattan is one of the most important business, entertainment and cultural capitals of the U.S., and it is also the country’s most densely populated county. Approximately 1.6 million people call Manhattan home, but the island is only 23 square miles. It is divided into three sections: uptown, which includes the area next to and north of Central Park; midtown, which is a large commercial and media district; and downtown/lower Manhattan, which includes the financial district, SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown.

Use the resources below to make sure everything you need is at your fingertips when you make your big move to Manhattan.

Update Your Address

With finding an affordable residence in Manhattan, packing up your old place, and dealing with every other aspect of moving, it can be hard to remember the little details. One of the most important things to not forget to do when moving is to update your address.

Take an afternoon to make phone calls or stop by local branches of the various entities that require an address change. Below is a list of all the places that should be on your address change list.

You should also update your address with your local:

Banks
Loan providers
Utility service providers
Subscription services
Insurance
Office payroll department
Social Security Administration
IRS
Pharmacy prescriptions

UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE
DRIVER’S LICENSE AND CAR REGISTRATION

Some USPS offices in Manhattan include:

1617 Third Ave

New York, NY 10128

217 E 70th St

New York, NY 10021

127 W 83rd St

New York, NY 10024

580 5th Ave Ste 407

New York, NY 10036

223 W 38th St

New York, NY 10018

205 E 36th St

New York, NY 10016

4 E 27th St

New York, NY 10001

335 E 14th St

New York, NY 10009

201 Varick St Frnt 1

New York, NY 10014

114 John St

New York, NY 10038

128 E Broadway

New York, NY 10002

New York State Department of Motor Vehicles

366 W 31st St
New York, NY 10001

It’s never too early to start looking for new utility services. In fact, it’s best to give yourself a few buffer days when setting up your new services so you don’t go without water, electricity or Wi-Fi. It might take a few days for the service providers to process your request and get the services ready for your new home.

Home utilities include water, gas, electric, sewer, internet, cable TV, security systems, and phone lines. Depending on the utility, there might be one singular company to go through or multiple options to choose from. Talk to your real estate agent, the previous homeowner, or the landlord to see which providers they recommend. Call each utility company to create a new account or transfer service from your old residence to your new one. You’ll need to tell them the end date of your current services as well as the start date of your new ones.

Typically, a technician will stop by your new home or apartment to take care of any set-up needs. It’s good practice to schedule a time for a technician to visit your home to conduct an energy audit. They will be able to ensure the electrical work is safe and up to code, limiting the risk of outages, electrocution and house fires.

During an audit, a technician will inspect every room in your home, searching for energy loss and faulty wiring. You will then be able to decide what updates you want to make to increase energy efficiency and safety in your home.

When setting up your new utility services prior to your move, make sure to pay any overdue utility bills. Schedule a time for your current utility companies to perform a final reading of your gas, water and electric meters. Keep a copy of the meter reports for your own records.

Local Utility Companies

Electricity and Gas
Water
Internet

Con Edison

1-800-752-6633

NYC Department of Environmental Protection

311

Fios

(866) 945-1571

Spectrum

(855) 363-4906

RCN

(800) 746-4726

When faced with a plumbing emergency in your new home, you will want to have the number of a local, trusted plumber handy. The same is true for any other emergency — from a broken tooth to an electrical shortage. Search for local vendors and make a list of preferred ones you can reference when needed.

Plumbers
Electricians
Dentists
Hairdressers
Hospitals

24 Hour Plumber NYC

(844) 368-5350

Star Cities Plumbing & Heating

(800) 547-1422

Fred Smith Plumbing & Heating

(212) 744-1300

New York City Electricians

(646) 340-9882

Knight Electrical Services

(212) 989-2333

H&A NYC Electrician

(646) 351-0882

Midtown Dental Care

(212) 730-4440

Manhattan Dentist

(212) 867-2730

Fox and Jane

(212) 837-2774

The Drawing Room New York Salon

(212) 226-2600

New York-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital

170 William St
New York, NY 10038

Mount Sinai West

1000 10th Ave
New York, NY 10019

Rockefeller University Hospital

1230 York Ave
New York, NY 10065

Registering your kids for school is a step that cannot be missed. See which public school district correlates to your new residence, or choose from several private school options in Manhattan, New York.

New York City Geographic District No. 1

212-353-2948

New York City Geographic District No. 2

212-356-3739

New York City Geographic District No. 3

212-521-3729

Trinity School

139 W 91st St
New York, NY 10024

Dalton School

108 E 89th St
New York, NY 10128

The Chapin School

100 East End Ave
New York, NY 10028

Your pets will need some care during the move, too. Make sure your pets have proper ID tags with your updated address before you leave for your new home in Manhattan. You should also collect any vet records from your current vet, as well as any necessary pet medication.

During the move or immediately after, you may need to board your pet. Find a pet boarding location that fits your needs and will take care of your furry (or scaly) members of the family. It’s also important to find a veterinarian close to your new home and keep their contact information easily accessible in case of an emergency.

Local Veterinarians
Local Pet Boarding Facilities

Manhattan Veterinary Group

240 E 80th St
New York, NY 10075

St. Marks Veterinary Hospital

348 E 9th St
New York, NY 10003

Heart of Chelsea Veterinary Group - Lower East Side

241 Eldridge St
New York, NY 10002

Camp Canine

46 W 73rd St
New York, NY 10023

Happy Dogs at 23rd and 1st

403 1st Avenue
New York, NY 10010

You might need a parking permit for the moving truck, or there might be other moving regulations in your Manhattan neighborhood you need to be aware of. Ask your real estate agent, the previous homeowner, the landlord or the property management company what moving rules and regulations you need to be aware of. Ask ahead of time to avoid last-minute changes to the move-in date.

Whether you are downgrading or simply looking for a place to store items that cannot fit inside your home, you need to have a storage facility sourced and ready to go. Below are some of the top storage facilities in Manhattan, New York.

White Glove Moving

(877) 941-0568

Manhattan Mini Storage

(646) 786-7212

Keepers Self Storage

(212) 333-9336

Extra Space Storage

(646) 713-1236

Median rent for a one bedroom apartment is $2,098
Median rent for a two bedroom apartment is $2,499
Groceries cost about $471.34 monthly per person
The cost of living in New York City ranks 8 out of 382 top cities in the world

County Government

County Library

County Parks

County Events

Justine S. Verified Customer

12/30/2019

Addai, Yussif, and Armando were professional, clean, and quick! They were in and out in only a couple hours, unpacked my boxes, and removed all the rubbish. Will definitely use White Glove again for my next move!

Avoid Mistakes in Your Manhattan Move

Moving is stressful—but moving in Manhattan can be extremely complicated and intimidating, especially for those who have never lived there before. You need a Manhattan moving company that is experienced in the complex moving laws on the busy streets of New York City.

At White Glove Moving & Storage, we know what goes into a Manhattan move. We’re experts in street parking, avoiding peak traffic hours, moving into high rise apartments and more. Our team knows how to navigate the intricate building management laws in Manhattan, and can help ensure that your move is successful and stress-free. Wherever you want to live, we will help you get there quickly, safely and without damage to your possessions.

Moving Services to and from Manhattan

Whether you are making your big move to Manhattan, or have decided to leave city life for the time being, White Glove Moving & Storage has got you covered. When you choose us for your Manhattan move, you get access to our many helpful, customer-oriented moving services.

If you don’t see one of your needs in our list below, just let us know. We will be happy to help you in any way we can. After all, we’ve been working in Manhattan for over 25 years—there isn’t anything we can’t do.

White Glove Moving & Storage Manhattan moving services:

Full-service sorting and packing. We provide full-service sorting and packing for your Manhattan move. Our high-quality custom moving and storage boxes ensure your belongings are shipped safely and without damage.
Antique fine art and furniture pickup and delivery. We provide art, antique and fine furniture pickup and delivery services anywhere in Manhattan. Your treasured art and furniture will be packaged and handled by professionals every step of the way.
Corporate relocation. Our team carefully handles, organizes and tracks desk contents, records, warehouse items and more. We also have the experience to ensure valuable technology is carefully disconnected, broken down and packaged securely.

White Glove Moving & Storage will help you with your entire Manhattan moving process:

Shipping, hauling, packing and unpacking your belongings
International shipping and receiving
In-home furniture moving and rearranging
Loading and/or unloading boxes, even if you have your own truck and driver

Contact White Glove Moving & Storage today to schedule a consultation for your Manhattan move, and learn more about our services or a service you don’t see listed here. You can also call us directly at 1-800-340-1911.

Manhattan Short-Term and Long-Term Storage Options

Manhattan apartments can be smaller than many people are used to. Many customers try downsizing before or during their move—but often, customers need a little more space than they anticipated. White Glove Moving & Storage can help you there. If you realize you might need additional storage space, just let us know.

We provide secure, professional storage services for your Manhattan move. Our storage facilities located throughout Manhattan will keep your possessions safe and secure. And once you are ready to have your items back, our team will deliver and unload them whenever works best for you.

It can be hard to know exactly how to store your items, but our team can help you decide on the short-term or long-term storage package option that works best for you. Our customized vaults ensure all of your possessions are safe. We also offer climate-controlled options for storing art, fine furniture, wine and other temperature- and humidity-sensitive items.

With White Glove Moving & Storage premium storage options, you have the freedom to move and live on your own schedule. You’ll never be delayed in retrieving your items from storage. Coordinate your delivery, pickup, monthly rentals and vaults by contacting us online or calling us directly at 1-800-340-1911.

Why Choose White Glove Moving & Storage for Your Manhattan Move?

At White Glove Moving & Storage, we take our name very seriously, meaning all of our clients get the white glove treatment. Our movers take pride in treating customers like family. We work hard to ensure your Manhattan move goes smoothly—and with minimal stress or effort on your part.

Our company was founded on the idea that all of our clients deserve a first-class moving experience—with no stress, hassle, fuss or hard work involved. Once you schedule an initial consultation, the White Glove Moving & Storage team will take a look at your current home or business, and make your ideal Manhattan move a reality.

At White Glove Moving & Storage, we handle every single step of your Manhattan move. Residential or corporate, temporary or permanent, we will make your move as seamless as possible. Contact White Glove Moving & Storage or give us a call at 1-800-340-1911 to schedule your consultation.

What Our NYC Customers Are Saying

Our goal is to always provide top-quality service at fair prices that make your moving process as stress-free as possible. Check out what some of our amazing clients said about their experience.

White Glove Moving & Storage

4.7

Based on 667 reviews

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Excellent movers! I ended them twice they moved all of my items and nothing was damaged. The staff were very kind!

Melissa Joseph

1695437450

Very helpful and and professional.Would recommend to a friend

Lucy Randis

1695066407

I cannot say enough good things about this moving company. Everyone from Gabby to Darwin to Mike in the office, who took my numerous phone calls, was professional and courteous and kind.Boylan and his pick up staff were worked tirelessly( in 90 degree heat), to make sure our belongings were packed with care.Angel and his partner equally did an outstanding job in unloading our goods, and were careful with everything.We definitely picked the perfect fit for our move. Thank you White Glove, you were amazing!

Debbie Murray

1694713794

First leg of the move was amazing! Ralph who visited the house to give the estimate, Mike and Darwin in sales and Stone and team who moved my belongings to storage were amazing. I was practically on the phone with Mike or Darwin everyday. They were very patient with my questions, changes, arrangements for my paintings. I will post another review once I get my belongings out of storage and move them to LA.

Nadine C

1694663470

If you need to move? This company should be your 1st & only call! From the initial consultation with Frank in the office to the actual move day with Julio & his team was extremely seamless, stress free and the most professional & efficient display of team work I have witnessed utilizing a moving service! White Glove knows what they are doing, no complaints about the pricing whatsoever! They did not scratch, dent or damage any of our possessions & helped us pack! I could go on & on about them and what they did right! Stay away from uninsured amateurs and get the right people for the job! “You get what you pay for..” rings completely true here! Thank you again Frank & Julio! We are forever grateful!

Rony Daniel

1694345420

We had a FANTASTIC moving experience. Everyone I talk to has said they have never heard of a move so well done. We had a fantastic team of movers and they were so helpful the entire day. They worked quickly and took great care of all our items. They even made sure we had a chance to look at all furniture to advise on placement and were happy to adjust as needed. Overall, we had a great experience working with White Glove. Even the lead up was very easy - the representative we received the quote through was always available to answer questions and help us modify the quote. Thanks to the whole team!

Shannon Chang

1694104025

We chose White Glove Moving and Storage as a recommendation from a friend. My first experience was with Chris and he was very pleasant and informative. He made it easy to arrange my move and followed up promptly to every additional question... They allowed my to move my date and were pleasant when I did so. They showed up on time and were efficient and professional. They took everything apart and wrapped everything perfectly so there was no damage.. They were patient with me when I wanted to hold them up to put felt on the furniture as it arrived. They worked hard and did not waste any time. There were no surprises at the end when it was time to pay my bill. Everything was as they said it would be. Overall I am very happy with White Glove Moving and Storage and would use them again!!

Joan Diamond

1693668689

I highly recommend White Glove! This is our second time using them and the service is exceptional. Everything is wrapped and well cared for. They are reliable. Oscar and his crew were very patient. We had too move some furniture around from the original place and they did it with no problems. Moving is stressful enough, higher a great company.

Veronica Mendoza

1693495038

They provided excellent service, arrived in the time they said they would and handled everything with care. Will gladly use again.

A/H/M

1692904412

White Glove made my move extremely easy and convenient. They're leading the way in moving in NJ and it's very clear from the initial phone call coordinating an estimate that they know exactly how to move any item from your house or apartment. Easy, efficient, and careful with all items and aspects of the move. Would absolutely recommend using this company if you have an upcoming move around the area.

Shane Berger

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Patrick Light

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I rarely post a review but I want others to know of the amazing experience I had with White Glove Movers. They were professional, quick and most of all thorough. We did a detailed walk through before and after and the team didn’t miss a thing. I also appreciated the follow-up call to check on my experience. If you need a moving company I highly recommend White Glove Movers.

Marla Shaw

1691771987

I used White Glove for multiple moves and storage. Whether it was moving from my house to my apartment, moving items to storage, or a long distance move from NJ to SC, they were professional, courteous, and highly supportive. I highly recommend their services whether small or large.

Katheryn Herrington

1691000959

I was very satisfied with White Glove from start to finish- from dropping off boxes in advance of my move, to the day of the move, to help make what is typically a stressful process, as seamless as possible. I highly recommend.

Mandi Page

1690998272

White Glove provides flawless service from start to finish. White Glove even made the packing process easier by dropping off boxes and tape after I reserved my date. Marton and his moving team were beyond fantastic. They treated all my belongings with such care, wrapping all my furniture precisely, and communicating consistently with my partner and I so everything ended up in the correct rooms. I truly could not recommend White Glove highly enough. Their service is absolutely worth the money.

Isabelle Fabian

1690992808

The entire experience was a pleasure from start to finish, with the project manager taking his time to understand the needs of the move. He didn't try to rush me, and at times Frank even pointed out certain things I could have been missing.The crew itself was extremely professional and efficient. They took their time walking through the apartment both, before packing and before unpacking.At the back-end, they did not leave till I was satisfied with everything.I'd definitely recommend them to anyone else who is looking to move.

Kunal Sharma

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White Glove did a fantastic job moving us back from our rental to our newly renovated home. We used a different company to move out & I was so worried to move again after that experience BUT White Glove and our crew eased my mind. The crew was professional, quick, organized & respectful. They did a great job and I am so happy that I decided to give White Glove a chance.

Elizabeth Spector

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The team that did our move was fantastic ! They made everything feel easy on that stressful day for us. Emad and Ezazat were super helpful and very efficient. Definitely recommend to use White Glove for any move !!! FIVE STARS ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Ivan Zagaruk

1690121061

From the first call I was impressed with the attention I got from Mike my salesman. This was followed by Lukas working with me on estimate to make sure I had all the information tto make an informed decision about needing 1 or 2 trucks since I was moving staff from 2 locations. Then the moving day came. The movers came on time, they introduced themself and Marton ( the leader of the crew)walked with me around to make sure they know what exacly to pack, explained to me the wrapping process and taking some of my furniture apart. I was very happy with White Glove services and would recommend them to anyone.

dorota klubek

1689990050

Great experience. Everyone was on time, polite and very thorough in their packing and moving. Would recommend them to those who want a hassle free move.

Non Tows

1689908419

Everything about our experience with White Glove moving was exceptional. From the initial estimate to the final move day. They were extremely communicative throughout the process and our moving crew on the big day were kind, careful, and efficient. 10/10!

Nicolina Jennings

1689790252

This was the first time my husband and I ever used a moving company and we were so happy that we chose White Glove. Every step of the way was nothing but professional. We were able to set up an appointment for someone to come to our home (we were local) and give us an estimate. Many places we called did not offer this as an option. Rick was on time, upfront about prices and had a quote for us the next day. Moving day was phenomenal. Jonathan and his crew were amazing. They were professional, efficient, and friendly. Moving is always a difficult process but these guys made it so much easier. Worth every penny! Highly recommend.

Melinda Markman

1689630363

White Glove Moving Company is a class act. From the initial consultation over the phone to the initial meeting and move, I was thoroughly pleased. Tyrone and his crew was professional, quick and attentive to all of my questions and needs. So well worth the time and support. I would recommend this company to anyone looking for a moving service they can rely on. -Francine Smart

Francine Smart

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