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The Bronx offers some of the best value in New York City — more space, a strong sense of community, and easy access to Manhattan. From the pre-war buildings of the Grand Concourse to the houses of Riverdale and Throggs Neck, the borough has real variety. If you’re moving to the Bronx, here’s a practical guide from Two Guys And a Truck.

Why People Move to the Bronx

• More space for your money than most of Manhattan or Brooklyn
• Great transit — a quick subway or Metro-North ride into the city
• Green space — from Pelham Bay Park to the New York Botanical Garden
• Distinct neighborhoods like Riverdale, Fordham, Mott Haven, and Throggs Neck

Know Your Building Type

• Pre-war apartment buildings: often walk-ups or small elevators — measure large furniture first.
• Larger elevator buildings: may require a COI and a reserved service elevator.
• Single- and multi-family houses: easier truck access, but stairs and driveways to plan for.

Parking and Access

Curb space varies a lot across the Bronx — busier around Fordham and the Grand Concourse, easier in the more residential, house-heavy areas. Check Alternate Side Parking, scout your curb the day before, and plan the shortest path from the truck to the door.

Plan Your Bronx Move

1. Confirm building rules — COI and elevator reservations where they apply.
2. Book an early slot to beat traffic on the Deegan and Cross Bronx.
3. Keep heavy items in small boxes for walk-up stair carries.
4. Label boxes by room for a fast unload.