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Apartment & Small Moves in Saint John

Apartment, Condo, and Walk-Up Moves — Vehicle and Independent Moving Professionals

From a single-bedroom apartment in Uptown Saint John to a full condo relocation in Rothesay, our Apartment & Condo Moves marketplace connects you with experienced independent service providers who bring the truck, crew, moving blankets, dollies, furniture pads, and protective equipment needed for smooth transitions. One simple booking process covers walk-ups, high-rise relocations, furniture transportation, storage unit runs, and long-distance moves throughout Canada and the United States.

Our independent providers understand Saint John's unique building stock — navigating historic walkups near Saint John City Market with steep stairs and narrow entrances, coordinating parking permits downtown, and managing moves in South End, North End, West Side, Millidgeville, and Quispamsis. They know Rothesay Avenue, Westmorland Road, Main Street, and Crown Street, and plan extra time during winter when harbour fog and ice impact schedules. Multi-stop moves are fully supported: load from a Lakewood Heights apartment, pick up stored items near Rockwood Park, drop boxes in Grand Bay-Westfield, and finish at a family member's place in Hampton — all on one booking.

Upfront pricing — no surprises

How It Works

1

Tell us about your home

Studio, 1-bed, or 2-bed? Stairs or elevator? Distance? Get an upfront price.

2

Pick truck size + crew

Sprinter for a 1-bed, 15ft for a 2-bed. 1 or 2 movers based on volume.

3

Door-to-door in one trip

We load, transport, unload, and stage in your new place — usually same-day.

Apartment & Small Moves in Saint John — local knowledge

Uptown apartment moves require street parking permits and most heritage buildings have no freight elevators.

Landmarks we serve nearby

Reversing FallsSaint John City MarketIrving Nature ParkNew Brunswick MuseumRockwood Park

Main streets & corridors

Rothesay AvenueWestmorland RoadMain StreetLancaster AvenueCrown Street

Nearby suburbs we cover

RothesayQuispamsisGrand Bay-WestfieldHampton

What makes moving & delivery in Saint John different

Many historic buildings in Uptown Saint John feature steep stairs and narrow entrances requiring careful furniture navigation.

Winter ice and fog near the harbour frequently impact delivery schedules and require extra time for safe transport.

Parking downtown often requires permits, and many older apartment buildings lack freight elevators or loading zones.

Popular pickup & dropoff spots in Saint John

Furniture stores

Leon's Retail ParkThe Brick McAllister DriveSmitty's Fine Furniture Main StreetHomeSense McAllister Place

Mattress stores

Sleep Country McAllister DriveLeon's Retail Park

Big-box & large-item retail

Costco McAllister DriveHomeSense McAllister PlaceWalmart Retail Park

What's Included

Vehicles from small vans to 20ft trucks
1 or 2-person teams based on your needs
Blankets and straps included for protection
Door-to-door service including loading and unloading
Multiple stops for storage unit pickups
Flexible hourly or flat-rate pricing

Why choose VanDeliveryApp for apartment & small moves

Bigger national moving companies refuse small apartment jobs — or quote them like a 4-bedroom house. VanDeliveryApp is built specifically for studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom condos: the right-sized truck, the right-sized crew, and a flat price that does not balloon with hidden minimums.

The right truck for the move (not the biggest one)

A studio runs perfectly in a sprinter van. A two-bedroom fits a 15-foot truck. Big national movers will sell you a 26-foot rig and pass on the higher cost — we right-size every booking so you only pay for what you need.

No moving-day "minimum hour" trap

Most national movers force a 4-hour minimum — even on a one-hour studio move. Our pricing is volume-based, so a true 90-minute job costs 90 minutes, not 4 hours.

Stairs and elevator quirks built into the quote

You declare the floor, elevator access, and any narrow corridors at booking. The system calculates the surcharge transparently up front so the crew never asks for cash on moving day.

Damage-deposit-saving care

Door jambs, hardwood, and elevator walls take the most hits in apartment moves. Crews come prepared with corner protectors and floor runners so your security deposit stays in your pocket — not your landlord's.

When people book apartment & small moves

Real-world scenarios this service is built for — pick the one closest to yours when you book.

1First-apartment move-in

Just moved out of mom and dad's? A sprinter van plus one mover handles a typical 1-bed of new furniture in three hours — usually under $400 all-in.

2Condo upgrade move

Moving up to a bigger condo two buildings over? Most "next-block" condo moves finish in 4–5 hours total, including elevator booking windows.

3Storage unit + apartment combo

Pick up from your 5x10 storage unit, swing by IKEA for the new bedframe, then deliver to your apartment — multi-stop is standard on every move-in.

4Roommate swap

Splitting up a 2-bedroom into two 1-bedrooms? Two crews, two trucks, one booking — we sequence the moves so both apartments are settled by sundown.

Available Vehicles

Small Van
Large Van
Pickup Truck
Sprinter Van
15ft Truck
20ft Truck

What our customers say

“My 1-bedroom move was done in 3 hours, including stairs at both ends. The price matched the quote to the dollar.”
Aliya N. · Ottawa
“Booked Saturday night for a Sunday move and they showed up on time. Super impressed.”
Ryan P. · Halifax
“Movers were friendly and fast. Would have liked a quicker reply when I added a stop, but it all worked out.”
Linh V. · Winnipeg

Frequently Asked Questions

What size truck do I need for a 1-bedroom apartment?
A Large Van or Sprinter Van typically works for a 1-bedroom apartment. For a furnished 2-bedroom, we recommend a 15ft or 20ft truck. Our booking form helps you choose the right vehicle.
Do you provide boxes and packing materials?
We focus on transportation and loading/unloading. We recommend having your items boxed and ready to go for the most efficient move. Our team will handle all the heavy lifting.
How long does a typical apartment move take?
A studio move usually takes 2-3 hours. A 1-bedroom takes 3-4 hours, and a 2-bedroom takes 4-6 hours. Factors like stairs, distance, and amount of items can affect timing.
Can you move items from a storage unit?
Yes! Add extra stops to your booking. We can pick up items from a storage unit and deliver everything to your new location in a single trip.
Is there a charge for stairs?
There is a small surcharge for 2nd-5th floor moves without elevator access (2.5-10%). Buildings with elevators have no additional stair charges.
Can you handle a move on the same day I book it?
Yes — same-day apartment moves are available in most metros if booked before 11am. After 11am we will offer the next-best slot, often the next morning.
What is included in the price?
Vehicle, fuel, independent mover labour, blankets, straps, dollies, and door-to-door work at both ends. Stairs above the 1st floor without elevator add a small surcharge (2.5–10%).
Do I need to reserve the building elevator before booking?
Yes — most condo buildings require you to book the freight elevator with the front desk in advance. Tell us the elevator window in the booking notes and we will lock in the crew arrival to match it (typically a 4-hour block).
Can you move me on a weeknight evening?
Yes. Evening apartment moves (5–9 PM) are popular among working renters. They cost the same as daytime moves on weekdays. Weekend evenings carry a small surcharge after 6 PM in some metros.
What about partial moves where I take some items myself?
No problem. Mark the partial-move option and list only the items you want us to handle. Lower volume means a smaller truck and crew — you typically save 30–40% vs a full move.

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