Markham is one of the GTA’s most diverse and fast-growing cities, home to tech companies, great schools and charming historic villages like Unionville. Families love its parks, newer homes and easy access to Highway 404 and 407. Here is our guide to Markham neighbourhoods and moving tips. As trusted Toronto and GTA movers, N&N Brothers Moving moves families and businesses in Markham every week.
Quick summary: book your movers and any condo elevator 3 to 4 weeks ahead, move early in the day to avoid traffic, declutter before you pack, and choose a licensed, insured residential moving company with clear hourly pricing.
Popular Markham Neighbourhoods
Unionville
Unionville has a historic main street, older homes and top schools. Streets near Main Street can be narrow.
Markham Village
Markham Village mixes heritage homes on Main Street Markham with newer subdivisions.
Cornell
Cornell is a planned community with townhomes and detached homes, often with rear lanes and garages.
Berczy Village and Angus Glen
These family neighbourhoods have larger homes near golf courses and parks.
Downtown Markham
Downtown Markham has new condo towers near Highway 7 and Warden Avenue.
Tips for Moving in Markham
Plan for rear-lane garages
In Cornell, trucks often load from the rear lane. We check access first.
Book condo elevators early
Downtown Markham buildings have strict move windows.
Avoid Highway 404 rush hour
Early starts save time and money.
Declutter before moving
Book junk removal for items you are not taking.
House Moves vs. Condo Moves in Markham
House moving services usually take longer because of basements, garages and stairs, so a 3-person crew is often the best value. Condo moves depend on your elevator booking, so our condo movers and packers work fast and stay inside your booked window. For businesses, our commercial moving services in Markham include evening and weekend moves.
How Much Do Movers Cost in Markham?
N&N Brothers Moving charges the same clear hourly rates across Toronto and the GTA, with a 3-hour minimum and no hidden fees. Time runs office-to-office from our North York office.
- 2 movers + truck: $140/hour
- 3 movers + truck: $185/hour
- 4 movers + 2 trucks: $280/hour
- Packing & assembly: $120/hour
- Piano moving: from $300
- Junk removal: $250 minimum, plus regular hourly rates
Your Markham Moving Checklist
- 4 weeks before: book your movers and your building’s elevator, and start decluttering.
- 3 weeks before: set up Canada Post mail forwarding and book junk removal for anything you are not taking.
- 2 weeks before: start packing rooms you use least, or book our packing services in Markham.
- 1 week before: transfer internet and hydro, and change your address with ServiceOntario.
- Moving day: keep valuables, documents and medication with you, and do a final walk-through.
- After the move: check York Region waste and recycling to sort boxes, packing paper and wrap.
Our Moving Services in Markham
- Residential moving for houses, condos and apartments
- Commercial and office moving
- Packing and unpacking
- Piano moving for upright and grand pianos
- Junk removal
- Long distance moving across Ontario and Canada
See all the details on our Markham moving services page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do movers cost in Markham?
Our rates start at $140/hr for 2 movers and a truck, $185/hr for 3 movers and $280/hr for 4 movers with 2 trucks, with a 3-hour minimum. The same rates apply across the GTA.
Can you move me from Toronto to Markham?
Yes. We move people between Toronto and Markham every week using Highway 404, 401 and 407.
Do you move townhomes in Cornell?
Yes. We move townhomes and plan loading from rear lanes and garages.
Book Your Markham Move With N&N Brothers
Ready to move? Our Markham movers are licensed, insured and open 7 days a week. Visit our homepage for a free quote, call 647-534-8479 or email nnbrothers.moving@gmail.com.
