North York is home base for One Day Movers. Our office sits at Yonge and Sheppard, right in the middle of the condo towers, family streets and highway traffic that shape every move here. That local view shapes this guide. Instead of national averages, you will find what really moves the price of a North York move up or down.
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North York Price Guide by Home Type
Most North York moves are local moves billed by the hour. Using the $150 to $250 hourly range from our Toronto cost guide, here is what common North York homes typically cost:
| Home type | Typical crew | Typical time | Estimated cost |
| Studio or 1 bedroom condo | 2 movers | 2 to 5 hours | $450 to $1,250 |
| 2 bedroom condo or apartment | 2 to 3 movers | 3 to 7 hours | $600 to $1,750 |
| Townhouse | 3 movers | 4 to 8 hours | $750 to $2,000 |
| Detached house with basement | 3 to 4 movers | 8 to 11 hours | $1,650 to $2,750 |
Real moves can be faster than you think. One customer had their entire 1 bedroom North York apartment moved in just three hours. The table shows typical estimates only, so use your written quote as your final budget.
Three Things That Set North York Moves Apart
1. The Yonge Street Condo Corridor
From Sheppard up to Finch, Yonge Street is lined with high rise condos. Moves here are controlled by the building: elevator booking windows, underground loading docks with height limits, and strict move hours. Customers regularly tell us how much smoother their move went when the crew coordinated directly with building management, including one high rise move on Yonge Street and another in Willowdale with tight elevators and narrow hallways.
Cost tip: ask your building for its move rules as soon as you have a date, and forward them to your mover. A crew that knows the dock height and elevator window in advance does not waste paid time.
2. Highway 401 Timing
North York is split by Highway 401, one of the busiest highways in North America. A move from Bayview Village to Downsview or from York Mills to Don Mills may only be a few kilometres, but a rush hour crossing can add real time to an hourly bill. We plan start times around peak traffic wherever possible, and a mid morning start is usually the best value.
3. Big Family Homes
Neighbourhoods like York Mills, Bayview Village and parts of Don Mills have large detached homes with finished basements, garages and plenty of furniture. These moves need bigger crews and sometimes a full day. Decluttering before your quote is the single biggest way to cut this cost.
Ways to Move for Less in North York
- Choose the right service level. If you already have a truck or a pod, our labour only movers handle just the loading and unloading. Only moving a few items? Try our small moves service.
- Pack ahead. Having everything boxed and labelled before the crew arrives keeps hours down. For the tricky rooms, add our packing and unpacking services.
- Avoid month end. North York rentals turn over heavily at the start of each month, so elevators and movers are in high demand.
- Book early in summer. Popular dates fill up weeks ahead.
- Check credentials. One customer made a point of noting that our crew was licensed, insured and WSIB covered. Always check this before you hire, because cheap movers without coverage can cost you far more if something goes wrong.
Extra Costs to Plan For
The moving invoice is only part of your total. Buying in North York means paying both the Ontario and the Toronto municipal land transfer taxes, although first time buyers may get up to $8,475 back in total. Renters should budget for 60 days’ notice under Form N9 and for first and last month’s rent at the new place. Remember that most quotes are before 13% HST.
Moving a business? Our office movers in Toronto offer after hours moves to avoid downtime.
Living in North York: What to Know Before You Move
North York is one of Toronto’s six boroughs and one of its busiest. North York Centre, around Mel Lastman Square, is a second downtown of office towers, condos and restaurants. Line 1 runs up Yonge Street and Line 4 Sheppard heads east to Fairview Mall, while Yorkdale Shopping Centre and Fairview Mall are two of the city’s biggest shopping destinations. Downsview Park offers huge open green space, and the Don Valley trails wind through the east side.
North York is also a major education hub, home to York University and Seneca Polytechnic, which means plenty of student and staff moves each year. Highway 401 cuts across the whole borough, with the 404, Don Valley Parkway and Allen Road feeding into it. That traffic affects every North York move.
Moving Services for North York
- Condo moves. Yonge Street high rises with elevator and building management coordination.
- Family home moves. York Mills, Bayview Village and Don Mills homes, with bigger crews when needed.
- Student moves. Evening and weekend slots for York and Seneca students.
- Office moves. After hours moves for North York Centre businesses.
- Same building moves. Common in the Yonge Street towers.
- Junk removal. Same day or next day across the six boroughs.
- Labour only help. Loading and unloading for your rental truck or pod.
How a North York Move Works
- Contact us. We are based right here at Yonge and Sheppard, so share your addresses and building rules.
- Get your quote. Clear pricing with no hidden fees.
- Confirm the details. We confirm the crew, truck, arrival window and any elevator bookings.
- Sit back, we are coming. Our crew protects your home and gets the job done efficiently.
Benefits of Hiring Local North York Movers
A mover based in North York knows how the Yonge Street buildings run, which 401 crossings to avoid at rush hour and how to plan around Sheppard and Finch traffic. That local knowledge saves time on an hourly move. You also get a crew that customers describe as licensed, insured and WSIB covered, transparent pricing and the flexibility of 24/7 service.
North York Neighbourhoods at a Glance
| Area | Typical homes | What it means for your move |
| Willowdale and Yonge and Sheppard | High rise condos | Elevator bookings, docks and narrow hallways |
| Bayview Village | Condos and large family homes | Mix of quick condo moves and full day house moves |
| York Mills | Large detached homes | Bigger crews, valuable contents |
| Don Mills | Mid century homes and apartments | Basements and split levels |
| Downsview | Houses, townhouses and new developments | Construction traffic around new builds |
A Sample North York Move
A professional is moving from a 1 bedroom condo at Yonge and Sheppard to a 2 bedroom in Willowdale. Three movers take about four hours, similar to one customer whose North York 1 bedroom apartment was moved in just four hours. At $200 per hour, the middle of the published Toronto range, that comes to about $800 before HST, or $904 with 13% HST. Booking both elevators for the same morning kept the job short.
Your North York Moving Checklist
- Request move rules from both buildings and forward them to your mover.
- Book the elevator and loading dock at both ends.
- Plan around 401 rush hour when choosing your start time.
- Transfer your Toronto Hydro account.
- Ask whether your mover is insured and WSIB covered.
- Pack valuables and documents to carry yourself.
Best Time of Year to Move in North York
North York’s busiest periods are summer and the start of each month, when condo rentals turn over. September is also busy with York and Seneca students.
Winter is quieter and often easier to book, but snow on side streets and ramps into underground garages can slow things down. A mid morning start usually works best.
Moving to North York From Elsewhere
People move to North York from downtown for more space, from York Region for work, and from overseas for its schools and universities. If you are new to Toronto, plan to set up your Toronto Hydro account, internet and parking permit, if needed, before your first night.
Common Mistakes That Raise North York Moving Costs
- Not getting building rules early. Late elevator bookings can push your move date.
- Starting at rush hour. The 401 can add hours to a short move.
- Forgetting the storage locker. Many condos have a separate locker that needs its own trip.
- Not asking about insurance and WSIB cover. Protect yourself before you hire.
North York Neighbourhood Moving Notes From Our Crews
Every part of North York has its own quirks. Here is what our crews keep in mind when planning moves in some of the most popular areas.
Willowdale
Willowdale’s Yonge Street towers and side street houses make it one of the busiest moving areas in the city. Customers have told us that coordinating elevators and narrow hallways made all the difference.
Bayview Village
Here you will find both high rise condos near Bayview and Sheppard and large family homes on quiet streets. Condo moves can be quick, while house moves may need a full day.
York Mills
Large, well furnished homes with long driveways and valuable contents are common. White glove packing and bigger crews are often needed.
Don Mills
Mid century homes and split levels mean short flights of stairs throughout the house. Plan for extra time and careful handling of heavy items.
Popular Moving Routes To and From North York
Because most local moves are billed by the hour, the route between your old and new home has a direct effect on cost. These are the routes we see most often for North York, and what to expect on each.
North York to Downtown Toronto
Yonge Street, the Allen Road or the Don Valley Parkway are the main routes. The DVP can be very slow at rush hour.
North York to Vaughan and Richmond Hill
Highway 400, Yonge Street and Bathurst Street lead north. Traffic is heavier heading south in the morning.
Across North York
Moves between Willowdale, Don Mills and Downsview often cross the 401. Choose a crossing and time that avoids peak traffic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Do you move people within the same North York building?
Yes. Same building moves between floors or units are common in North York condos and cost less because no truck is needed.
Q. What days are busiest for North York movers?
Month ends and summer weekends. Mid week, mid month dates are usually the easiest to book.
Q. Do you help York University and Seneca students?
Yes. Our student movers offer evening and weekend slots and budget friendly pricing.
Q. Can you move my North York office after hours?
Yes. Our office movers regularly schedule moves outside business hours.
Q. Where is One Day Movers located?
Our office is at 25 Sheppard Avenue West in North York.
Q. Do you move seniors in North York?
Yes. We help seniors downsize and move safely across the borough.
Q. How much does it cost to hire movers in North York?
Most local North York moves are billed at roughly $150 to $250 per hour. A 1 bedroom condo often takes 3 to 5 hours, while a large detached home can take a full day.
Q. Can you move me from North York to another part of the GTA?
Yes. We regularly move people from North York to East York, Downtown, Vaughan and beyond. See our guides for Midtown and Vaughan moving costs.
Q. Should I tip North York movers?
It is never required, but many customers do. Here is our guide on how much to tip movers in Toronto.
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