Looking for reliable, licensed movers in Norwood, Bronx?
Big Apple Moving has served Norwood and the northern Bronx since 1979. We know the pre-war elevator buildings on Bainbridge Avenue, the walk-ups near Mosholu Parkway, and the COI requirements Norwood buildings expect. Licensed NY DOT #T9942, free COI issued same day, and 2,300+ Google reviews. Call or book online for a free, locked-in quote.
What We Handle in Norwood
From a studio on Bainbridge Avenue to a three-bedroom on Rochambeau, every Norwood move is different. Our crew handles the whole job — wrapping, loading, COI paperwork, and furniture placement — so you don’t have to coordinate separate services.
Local & Intra-Building Moves
Moving within Norwood or to a neighbouring building? We handle same-building moves, floor-to-floor transfers, and short local hauls with the same care as a full move.
Packing & Unpacking
Professional packing for every item — dishware, mirrors, art, electronics. We wrap, box, label, and unpack at the destination if needed.
Furniture Assembly
We disassemble large pieces before the move and reassemble them in your new room — beds, wardrobes, desks, and sectionals included in every booking.
COI & Elevator Reservation
Most Norwood buildings require a certificate of insurance before the crew enters. We issue COIs the same business day and coordinate elevator reservations with your super or management office.
Storage — Short & Long-Term
Need storage between leases? Our climate-controlled warehouse accepts your belongings directly from the truck. Month-to-month flexibility, no minimum beyond 30 days.
Fully Insured Moves
Every move is covered under our commercial policy. We carry general liability and cargo insurance — and we can name your building as an additional insured if required.
Norwood’s Buildings — Walk-Ups, Elevators, and Tight Hallways
Norwood’s housing stock is predominantly pre-war: six-story brick elevator buildings on Bainbridge Avenue and Rochambeau, with narrow service entrances, tile-floored lobbies, and hallways that can make a king-sized headboard feel like a puzzle.
Our crew works these buildings routinely. We measure doorways and stairwells before quoting, pad every corner and banister, and take the service elevator rather than the resident lift wherever buildings permit. Walk-up buildings on the side streets get the same care — we carry in teams and take regular breaks so nothing gets rushed and nothing gets damaged.
How a Norwood Move Works
Four steps from quote to keys-in-hand. No surprises on moving day.
Call us or fill out the form online. We’ll ask about your building type, floor, and inventory, then give you a written, locked-in estimate — not a range that expands on moving day.
Once you confirm, we issue your certificate of insurance and coordinate the elevator reservation with your building. If your super needs specific language in the COI, we handle that too.
The crew arrives on time, pads the elevator and service entrance, wraps every piece of furniture, and loads the truck. You point; we place.
At the destination, every item goes exactly where you want it. We reassemble furniture, remove all packing materials, and leave the apartment clean.
COI, Elevator Pads, and What Norwood Buildings Expect
Most mid-rise and larger buildings in Norwood require a certificate of insurance before any moving crew enters. The standard request is a COI naming the building management as an additional insured, with general liability limits of $1 million per occurrence.
We issue COIs the same business day — often within a few hours of your request. If your management company or co-op board has a specific form, send it to us and we’ll complete it. We are licensed under NY DOT #T9942, which satisfies every building requirement we have encountered in the Bronx.
Norwood Moving Costs in 2026
The table below shows 2026 Bronx market rates for a two- to three-person crew with a truck. Your final estimate depends on floor count, elevator access, packing services, and distance. All estimates are written and locked in before moving day.
| Move Size | Hourly Range | Typical Total | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1-Bedroom | $95–$115/hr | $450–$650 | 2-person crew, 4–6 hrs |
| 2-Bedroom | $105–$130/hr | $700–$1,000 | 3-person crew, 5–7 hrs |
| 3-Bedroom | $120–$150/hr | $1,000–$1,500 | 3–4-person crew, 6–9 hrs |
| 4-Bedroom+ | $140–$175/hr | $1,400–$2,200+ | 4-person crew, custom quote |
Rates are 2026 Bronx market estimates. Walk-up surcharges and packing add to totals. Call for a written, locked-in quote for your specific move.
Serving Norwood and the Northern Bronx
Norwood sits in the northern Bronx, bordered by Woodlawn to the north, Bedford Park to the south, and Wakefield to the east. The neighbourhood’s main corridors — Bainbridge Avenue, Webster Avenue, and Jerome Avenue — are anchored by the 4 and D trains, making it a practical base for commuters throughout the borough.
We serve all of Norwood and its surrounding areas: Bedford Park, Williamsbridge, Wakefield, Woodlawn, Fordham, and every stop in between. If you’re moving to or from anywhere in the northern Bronx, we have covered that route before.
Why Norwood Residents Choose Big Apple Moving
Licensed — NY DOT #T9942
We are fully licensed by the New York State Department of Transportation. Our licence number is public and verifiable. Every COI we issue carries this number and satisfies Bronx building management requirements.
2,300+ Google Reviews
More than 2,300 New Yorkers have left us five-star reviews on Google. We’re one of the highest-rated moving companies in the Bronx — and we work to keep it that way on every job.
Moving New York Since 1979
We were founded in 1979 and have operated continuously in New York City ever since. That’s over four decades of Bronx moves, building relationships, and earning referrals from residents who trust us with their homes.
Norwood Movers — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from Norwood residents about moving in the Bronx.
Most mid-rise and larger buildings in Norwood require a certificate of insurance before any moving crew is allowed access. The standard requirement is a COI naming the building or management company as an additional insured, with general liability limits of $1 million per occurrence. We issue COIs the same business day — usually within a few hours of your request — and can accommodate any building-specific form your management company requires.
A studio or one-bedroom move in Norwood typically runs $450–$650 with a two-person crew for four to six hours. A two-bedroom runs $700–$1,000 with a three-person crew, and a three-bedroom runs $1,000–$1,500 with a three- to four-person crew. Walk-up surcharges and packing services add to these totals. We provide written, locked-in estimates before moving day — not ranges that expand on the day itself.
Yes. Many buildings on the side streets in Norwood are five- or six-floor walk-ups with narrow staircases. We handle these routinely. Our crew works in teams, pads banisters and door frames, and takes regular rest breaks on long carries so nothing gets rushed and nothing gets damaged. Walk-up surcharges are disclosed upfront and included in your written estimate.
For most moves, two to three weeks’ advance notice is sufficient. For end-of-month dates — particularly the last few days of the month when leases typically turn over — four weeks or more is recommended, as those dates book quickly across the Bronx. We can occasionally accommodate shorter notice, so call even if your timeline is tight.
We serve all of Norwood and the surrounding northern Bronx, including Bedford Park, Woodlawn, Wakefield, Williamsbridge, Fordham, and Mosholu. We also move to and from Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and Westchester. If you are moving out of Norwood to another part of the city, or relocating to Norwood from elsewhere, we cover the full route.
Yes. Big Apple Moving is fully licensed by the New York State Department of Transportation under licence number NY DOT #T9942. This licence is public record and verifiable on the NYS DOT database. Every COI we issue carries this number and satisfies the requirements of Bronx buildings, co-op boards, and management companies.
Yes. We offer full and partial packing services. Full packing covers every item in the apartment — dishware, books, clothing, electronics, art, and mirrors. Partial packing covers specific rooms or fragile items only. We bring all materials (boxes, tape, bubble wrap, packing paper) and can also handle unpacking and box removal at the destination.
We operate our own climate-controlled warehouse in the New York area. If your new place is not ready on moving day, the crew loads your belongings onto the truck and transports them directly to our warehouse rather than your destination. Storage is billed month-to-month with a one-month minimum. One company, one chain of custody, one estimate covering loading, storage, and delivery.
Every piece of furniture is wrapped in moving blankets before it leaves your apartment. Fragile items — mirrors, artwork, glass table tops — get additional bubble wrap and corner protectors. Mattresses are bagged. The elevator cab and service entrance are padded at both origin and destination to protect the building and your belongings. Our cargo insurance covers items in transit if anything is damaged despite our precautions.
Yes. Call us or complete the online form and we will provide a written, locked-in estimate based on your inventory, building type, floor, and destination. Unlike hourly estimates that can balloon on moving day, our written quotes are binding — the price you see is the price you pay. There are no hidden fees added at delivery.
