Moving from Rural PA to NYC

How to Prepare for Your Move from Rural Pennsylvania to NYC

If you’re looking to make a move from a small town in Pennsylvania to The Big Apple (aka, New York City), you’ve come to the right place. With its national landmarks, skyscrapers that reach the heavens, and exciting things to do everywhere you turn, New York City Is a thrilling place to live. However, if you’re not used to its fast-paced environment, complicated transportation systems, and extensive culture, you may find it a little overwhelming; especially after living in a quiet rural area in Pennsylvania.

Pennsylvania may be home to the second-largest city on the east coast (Philadelphia), but New York is home to the first—and it’s a city that never sleeps! If you’re ready to make your move to Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens or The Bronx, you’ll want to prepare yourself as best you can. That’s where Shleppers Moving & Storage comes in…

We’re sharing some of the most important things you can do to prepare yourself for your move from PA to NYC, based on our 40+ years of experience living and working in the Big Apple. Let’s take a look…

Save, Save & Save Some More (Money, That Is!)

Because New York City has so much to offer, the cost of living is astronomically higher than that of rural neighborhoods in Pennsylvania. Due to this fact, it’s important that you take some time to really break down your budget and set realistic spending expectations. Take the opportunity to save money wherever you can before, during, and after your move. One of the best ways to save during your move from rural PA to urban NYC is by hiring a professional, trustworthy, and affordable moving company like Shleppers Moving & Storage.

Shleppers works with your budget to provide our most comprehensive moving services possible at a price you can afford. We want you to have an enjoyable moving experience, and our 40+ years working in the moving industry guarantees that’s exactly what you’ll get when you choose us over our competitors.

Keep, Toss, Donate, Sell: Downsizing Your Belongings Before Your NYC Move

When it comes to managing your money for your NYC move, saving is a top priority. However, saving is the least important action to take when it comes to packing up your belongings for your move to Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens or the Bronx! Why? Because the average square footage of an NYC apartment is 700 sq. ft.—and in most living spaces, this number is highly generous.

One of the best things you can do prior to moving to New York City from a small town in Pennsylvania is to downsize your belongings. That’s right—sell, donate, or toss any and every item in your current home that you can. Trust us, it will be the best decision you ever made. Not only will it save you money during your move, but it also guarantees your new living space will be as spacious and clutter-free as possible.

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