Starting from $3900

Moving from New York to San Francisco

Planning a move from New York to San Francisco can be challenging for even the most experienced moving professionals. With approximately 2,902 miles between the two megacities, there’s lots of room for things to go wrong. However, when you hire a quality moving company like Pristine Vanlines USA (AVL), you can look forward to relying on the kind of hardworking movers who will handle your household goods with the utmost care. We know how much your possessions mean to you and will do everything we can to get them to San Francisco safely and quickly.

How much does it cost to move from New York to San Francisco?

Trying to estimate the cost of a move is always challenging because many factors are involved. At Pristine Vanlines USA, we want to do everything in our power to ensure that we are transparent so that you can feel comfortable hiring us to handle your moving needs. Take a look at the chart below. Here, you’ll see the estimated cost of your move based on your home’s size and the weight of your household goods.

• One Bedroom Apartment = 4000 pounds – $3900 – $5579
• Two Bedroom Apartment = 6000 pounds – $5580 – $7746
• Three Bedroom House = 10,000 pounds  – $7747 – $11,966
• 4- Bedroom House = 14,000 pounds – $11,967 – $16,024

* Please note: These price ranges are estimates based on thousands of moves we do each year. Prices will vary based on distance, the weight of household goods, special requests, and specific moving services needed. Please complete our free online quote form today for your detailed, personalized, no obligation, FREE moving quote.

What else affects the cost of your move?

In addition to the size of your home and the weight of your household goods, several other factors can affect the cost of your move. We’ve compiled a shortlist so you can know what to look for as you embark on the moving process.

1. Your Moving Needs: Not all moving requests are created equally. For some families, hiring a moving company for a cross-country move means finding someone to do the heavy lifting and long drive for them. Meanwhile, moving long distances requires finding a full-service moving company for others. This kind of company does everything from packing, unpacking, and providing storage units to cleaning the old unit after the customer moves out. Since a full-service move requires much more time, effort, and workforce, it makes sense that it costs more.
2. Special Moving Requests: While there are a lot of different movers in the industry, not all of them are equipped to be adequately equipped to handle every kind of moving request. For instance, if you are looking for a company to help you move a hot tub, grand piano, or another hard-to-move item, you can fully expect to pay more. Fine art and rare artifacts that require special handling also fall into this category.
3. How easy are you making things? Even after hiring a moving company, you must realize you’re still in charge. To complete your move promptly, you must work with the movers and approve things accordingly. If your condo building has strict rules that cause a delay, you constantly change your mind about plans last minute, or your elevator doesn’t work and the movers need to use the stairs (extended carry fee), you can expect additional charges.

What are the Best Neighborhoods to live in the San Francisco area?

This is what you’ve been waiting for. Now that you understand more about how your moving estimate is calculated and how you can impact your move’s cost let’s look ahead to your beautiful future in San Francisco. Whether you decide to buy or rent, deciding what neighborhood to call home is one of the most important decisions that you’ll make. Luckily, we’re here to guide you. Here’s our list of the five best neighborhoods in San Francisco.

• University South: Voted as the best neighborhood in Paulo Alto, CA, this San Francisco suburb has everything you want in a new home. Known as the heart of Stanford University, it has all the fun college-town essentials you would expect and desire. With less than 5,000 residents, it provides a safe and stable place to raise a family in peace without the boredom that usually accompanies it.
• Ventura: If you want to raise a family and chase the American dream, look no further than Ventura. This suburb of San Francisco is located in nearby Paulo Alto and gives you excellent school options for your kids, a low crime rate, and all of the close-knit community relationships you’ve been hoping for. With median rent at just over $2,000, it is affordable compared to other neighborhoods in the area.
• North Berkeley: North Berkeley has been one of the most desirable places to move to in the San Francisco area in recent years. One visit to the site is all you need to understand why there’s so much fuss about it. With the perfect mix of a fun nightlife scene and quiet communities, North Berkeley has something for everyone. What’s not to love when you factor in friendly residents and great local restaurants?
• Albany: This Oakland, CA suburb is where you’ll feel at home no matter where you’re from. You’ll be happy you moved here, home to beautiful parks, excellent public schools, and many locally owned stores. Arguably the most diverse neighborhood on our list, Albany is a beautiful melting pot where residents greet each other with warm smiles. If you want to get rid of your car, this kind of walkable neighborhood could bolster your decision.
• Mountainview: This San Francisco Bay area suburb provides an urban feel and the community togetherness you’ve sought. An ideal place for young professionals, Mountainview gives you access to job opportunities, a fun outdoor scene, and excellent public schools. When you factor in your low crime rate and many up-and-coming neighborhoods with affordable housing, we won’t be surprised if it’s near your list.

Are You Ready to Make Your Move?

Are you ready to move from New York to San Francisco? If so, we are standing by to get you started. Remember, with other potential destinations such as New York to Oakland, CA (2,896 miles), New York to San Diego, CA (2,759 miles), or New York to San Jose, CA (2,934 miles); you can stay within a similar price range as the one estimated above.

We hope we’ve answered some of your moving questions and put your mind at ease about your relocation to San Francisco. When you decide it’s time to move, make the right choice and call Pristine Vanlines USA. Our industry-best customer service representatives are standing by to make your moving dreams a reality.