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Upper West Side Movers – Manhattan’s Classic Neighborhood

The Upper West Side epitomizes Manhattan living. From Riverside Drive’s pre-war elegance to Lincoln Center’s cultural richness to Central Park West’s iconic addresses, the UWS demands movers who understand its unique character. LiteMovers handles the neighborhood’s mix of co-ops, rentals, and brownstones with expertise.

Upper West Side Moving Facts

✓ Boundaries: 59th Street to 110th Street, Central Park to Hudson River
✓ Average 1BR rent: $4,200-$5,500/month
✓ Building types: 70% pre-war, strict co-op boards
✓ Moving cost: $700-$2,500 for local moves
✓ Peak moving: August (Columbia students) and June (families)

Upper West Side Building Challenges

Pre-War Co-ops (Majority of UWS)

The Upper West Side’s charm comes from its pre-war architecture—which creates moving challenges:

Small service elevators: Manual operation, tight fits for furniture
Strict move windows: Usually 9 AM – 4 PM weekdays only
Board requirements: COI submission 5-7 days in advance
Super coordination: Building staff must approve all logistics
Floor protection: Mandatory Masonite in all common areas

Riverside Drive Buildings

These prestigious addresses along the Hudson require special handling:

Limited street parking—double parking often necessary
Long carries from street to lobby (often 100+ feet)
Historic landmark restrictions on some buildings
Service entrance requirements for most co-ops

Upper West Side Sub-Neighborhoods

Lincoln Square (59th-70th Streets)

Home to Lincoln Center and Columbus Circle. Mix of luxury high-rises and older buildings. Heavy traffic requires expert truck navigation. Many buildings have loading docks but strict time windows.

Central Park West (59th-110th Streets)

Manhattan’s most prestigious addresses including The Dakota, San Remo, and Beresford. Ultra-strict co-op requirements, often requiring board interviews for buyers. White-glove service expected.

Manhattan Valley (100th-110th Streets)

More affordable UWS area popular with Columbia students and young professionals. Mix of walk-ups and elevators buildings. Better parking availability than southern UWS.

Morningside Heights (110th-125th Streets)

Columbia University area with heavy August/May student moving traffic. Combination of university housing and private rentals. More relaxed building requirements than luxury UWS.

Upper West Side Moving Costs

Apartment Type	Local Move	To Brooklyn	To Philadelphia
Studio	$600-$1,200	$800-$1,400	$473-$2,014
1 Bedroom	$800-$1,800	$1,000-$2,000	$800-$2,500
2 Bedroom	$1,200-$2,500	$1,500-$2,800	$1,003-$2,778
3+ Bedroom	$2,000-$3,500	$2,500-$4,000	$1,329-$3,735

Notable UWS Buildings We Service

The Apthorp: Requires $5M insurance, 2-week advance elevator booking
The Ansonia: Landmark building with narrow service areas
15 Central Park West: Ultra-luxury with white-glove requirements
The Belnord: Courtyard building requiring special truck access
Lincoln Towers: Multiple buildings with shared loading docks

Upper West Side to Philadelphia Moves

Many UWS families are discovering Philadelphia’s appeal. Similar tree-lined streets, excellent schools, and 70% lower housing costs. Popular destinations include: