{"id":103960,"date":"2026-06-27T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-27T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/1-bedroom-apartment-moving-costs\/"},"modified":"2026-06-27T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-06-27T00:00:00","slug":"1-bedroom-apartment-moving-costs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/1-bedroom-apartment-moving-costs\/","title":{"rendered":"1-Bedroom Apartment Moving Costs Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"

Moving out of a one-bedroom apartment is one of the most common types of residential moves. Whether you’re relocating across town or across the country, understanding the costs involved can help you budget more accurately and choose the right moving option.<\/span><\/p>\n

The total price depends on factors like the distance, how much you own, the time of year, and whether you hire full-service movers or handle part of the move yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here’s what you can expect when moving a one-bedroom apartment.<\/span><\/p>\n

Average Cost to Move a 1-Bedroom Apartment<\/strong><\/p>\n

The cost varies significantly depending on how far you’re moving.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Moving Type<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Typical Cost<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Local Move (within 50 miles)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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$500–$1,200<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Short-Distance Move (50–250 miles)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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$1,000–$2,500<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Long-Distance Move (250–1,000 miles)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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$2,000–$5,000<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Cross-Country Move<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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$3,500–$7,500+<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

These estimates assume an average one-bedroom apartment with standard household furniture.<\/span><\/p>\n

Local Moving Costs<\/strong><\/p>\n

Local moving companies typically charge by the hour.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Crew Size<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Estimated Cost<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Two Movers<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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$500–$900<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Three Movers<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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$700–$1,200<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Most local one-bedroom apartment moves take between <\/span>3 and 6 hours<\/strong><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Your final cost depends on:<\/span><\/p>\n