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Chicago Apartment Movers You Can Trust
Affordable City Movers is a reliable team of Chicago apartment movers helping residents move efficiently and safely. As experienced apartment movers in Chicago, we specialize in everything from studio walk-ups and vintage buildings to high-rise and elevator apartments. Our professional movers provide free furniture protection, careful handling, and dependable on-time service for every apartment move. Our movers come prepared with basic hand tools for assembly and reassembly of bed frames and tables. Based in Lincoln Park and backed by hundreds of 5-star Google reviews, we make moving apartments in Chicago straightforward and stress-free.
Chicago Apartment Moving Made Simple
Moving in Chicago is different. Between coordinating elevator times with building management, navigating narrow vintage walkways, finding legal truck parking, and dealing with street permit requirements—apartment moves here demand local expertise.
At Affordable City Movers, we’ve completed thousands of apartment moves across Chicago’s diverse neighborhoods. From high-rise condos in the Loop to vintage walk-ups in Lincoln Park, courtyard buildings in Wicker Park to mid-rises in Lakeview—we know the unique challenges each building type presents.
Our crews arrive prepared with the right equipment, proper building protection, and the experience to handle whatever your apartment throws at us. No surprises, no hidden fees—just efficient, careful moving from start to finish.
What’s Included
- Professional 2-3 person crew (based on move size)
- Moving truck with fuel included
- Furniture pads, blankets & shrink wrap
- Floor runners & door frame protection
- Disassembly & reassembly of furniture
- Basic liability coverage included
We Move Every Type of Chicago Apartment
From studio apartments to luxury penthouses, our crews are equipped to handle any apartment move in Chicago.
Studio Apartments
Efficient moves for studios and micro-units. Perfect for first-time renters and minimalists. Quick turnaround, affordable rates.
High-Rise Condos
Experienced with freight elevators, loading docks, COI requirements, and strict building rules. We coordinate with your building management.
Vintage Walk-Ups
Chicago’s classic 3-flats and greystones. We navigate narrow staircases, tight corners, and tricky landings with care and precision.
Courtyard Buildings
Familiar with Chicago’s courtyard apartment layouts. Strategic planning for long carry distances and multiple entry points.
How Your Apartment Move Works
A simple, straightforward process from quote to completion.
Get Your Quote
Tell us about your move—apartment size, floors, building type, and move date. We’ll provide an accurate, no-obligation estimate.
Book Your Date
Lock in your preferred moving date. We’ll confirm details and help coordinate elevator reservations if needed.
Moving Day
Our crew arrives on time with all equipment. We protect floors and doorways, then carefully load everything.
Delivery & Setup
We transport to your new apartment, unload, place furniture where you want it, and reassemble beds and tables.
Chicago Apartment Challenges We Handle
Moving apartments in Chicago comes with unique obstacles. We’ve seen them all.
🪜 Walk-Up Buildings
4th floor walk-up? No problem. Our crews are conditioned for Chicago’s stairs and know how to safely navigate tight stairwells with heavy furniture.
🛗 Elevator Reservations
High-rise buildings require freight elevator bookings. We work within your building’s time windows and can help coordinate scheduling.
🅿️ Street Parking Permits
Many Chicago moves require temporary parking permits. We’ll guide you through the process and work within permit time restrictions.
📜 COI Requirements
Need a Certificate of Insurance for your building? We provide COIs promptly—just give us your building manager’s requirements.
🚪 Narrow Doorways
Chicago’s vintage apartments have character—and narrow doorways. We disassemble furniture when needed and have techniques for tight spaces.
⏰ Building Time Limits
Some buildings restrict moving to certain hours or days. We plan efficiently to complete your move within allowed windows.
Apartment Moving Questions
Common questions about apartment moves in Chicago.
Do you charge extra for stairs?
No hidden stair fees. We factor floor level into your initial quote so there are no surprises on moving day. What we quote is what you pay.
How do I reserve the freight elevator?
Contact your building management to reserve the freight elevator for your move date. We recommend booking 1-2 weeks in advance. Let us know the time window so we can plan accordingly.
Do I need a parking permit?
Most Chicago streets require a temporary moving permit. Apply through the City of Chicago at least 10 business days before your move. We can help guide you through the process.
Can you provide a COI for my building?
Yes! We provide Certificates of Insurance for buildings that require them. Just send us your building’s requirements and we’ll have the COI ready before your move.
How long does an apartment move take?
Studio/1BR: 2-4 hours. 2BR: 3-6 hours. 3BR+: 6-9 hours. Factors include floor level, elevator access, distance between locations, and amount of furniture.
What if my furniture doesn’t fit through the door?
Our crews are skilled at disassembling furniture and navigating tight spaces. In rare cases where items truly won’t fit, we’ll discuss options with you before proceeding.
Ready to Move Your Chicago Apartment?
Get your free, no-obligation quote today. We’ll handle the heavy lifting while you focus on settling into your new place.