($1,267) Cost to Move From Oakland, CA to Grand Rapids, MI

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Cost to hire movers from Oakland to Grand Rapids

When planning a move to Grand Rapids from Oakland, for a studio or one-bedroom, you’ll likely pay between $1,267 and $4,929. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, expect costs to fall somewhere between $3,588 and $7,378 for the same journey. Moving four or five bedrooms? Typical prices range from $6,805 to $11,523.

Cost of moving containers from Oakland to Grand Rapids

When you’re heading from Oakland to Grand Rapids, and you’re only moving a few items, you can expect to spend between $1,261 and $3,159. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually fall between $2,196 and $4,594. If you’re packing up a large home with four or more bedrooms, the cost can range from $3,201 to $6,101. Want more details? Check out our complete PODS cost guide.

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Cost of moving truck rentals from Oakland to Grand Rapids

A moving rental truck from Oakland to Grand Rapids is generally the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor.

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $1,269 to $2,526. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $1,358 to $2,976, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms from Oakland to Grand Rapids costs around $1,697 to $3,503.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• Rent is about 25% less expensive in Grand Rapids than in Oakland, so you will have more cash on hand each month.
• Expect your mortgage payments to be easier on the wallet, as home prices are around 55% cheaper in Grand Rapids than in Oakland.
• You might want to reassess your budget before relocating. The average income is roughly 33% less in Grand Rapids than in Oakland.
• Prepare for elevated costs in Grand Rapids, with the cost of living for a single person being 70% more than in Oakland. This includes routine costs such as utilities, groceries, clothes, and transportation.
• A move to Grand Rapids can offer your family a more affordable lifestyle, with savings on everyday costs such as utilities, groceries, and transport. The cost of living for a family is 17% lower compared to Oakland.
• Grand Rapids and Oakland have roughly the same unemployment rate (within about 5%), so you likely won’t see a major shift in job availability or competition from what you’re used to.
• Sales taxes are 41% cheaper in Grand Rapids compared to Oakland. This could significantly slash costs for families or individuals with higher spending on taxable necessities.
• Income taxes are 68% less in Michigan compared to California, offering a relief on your paycheck, which can enhance your budgeting options.

• Grand Rapids’s population is about 55% less than Oakland.
• Grand Rapids’s public transportation score of 6 out of 10 is lower than Oakland’s score of 8.
• Grand Rapids is less walkable than Oakland with a score of 56 out of 100 vs Oakland’s 75 out of 100.
• Grand Rapids has a bike-friendliness score of 52 out of 100, which means it isn’t as accessible or safe for cyclists as Oakland, which has a score of 65.
• Grand Rapids’s crime rate is lower than Oakland with a score of 44.23 compared to Oakland’s 68.62. This means that Grand Rapids neighborhoods are safer than 44.23% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Oakland neighborhoods are safer than 68.62%.
• Grand Rapids is considered to be safer than Oakland with a safety index of 55.77 vs Oakland’s 31.38.
• Air quality in Grand Rapids is Good, and in Oakland it’s Good.

• HOA rules: Costs across Oakland and Grand Rapids are largely aligned, so your monthly budget shouldn’t shift much after the move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you’ll want to check on how to reserve it for move day.
• Truck parking permits: Many cities require special permits for parking large moving trucks. Check in advance to see if one is needed for your move.
• State licensing: The agency regulating local and intrastate household goods movers in Michigan is the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC). State regulation and oversight activities include commercial vehicle registration and safety compliance, review of published tariff rates, licensing, and consumer protection efforts. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company’s license in Michigan, visit the state’s public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: Moving permits aren’t typically required in Michigan, but always confirm with local authorities to avoid surprises.
• Change of address: You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Grand Rapids. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry. In Alabama, Massachusetts, and Michigan, choose the economical option of Released Value Protection, provided by movers at no extra cost. However, it offers minimal coverage at 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage of your items’ full value, consult with your moving company for alternatives or explore third-party insurance providers.
• Moving checklist: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Fulton Heights
• Heritage Hill
• South Hill
• Heartside-Downtown
• East Hills
• Midtown
• Belknap Lookout

Best neighborhoods for families

• Eastgate
• Ottawa Hills
• Eastown
• Fulton Heights
• South East End
• North East Citizens Action
• Millbrook
• East Hills
• Belknap Lookout
• Heritage Hill

Things to do in Grand Rapids

With your move to Michigan complete, you can dive right into experiencing Grand Rapids. From cultural attractions to outdoor adventures, you’ll never run out of things to do:

• Arts and culture: Grand Rapids is home to museums and cultural arts centers like the Gerald R. Ford Museum, Grand Rapids Public Museum, Grand Rapids Children’s Museum, and Grand Rapids Art Museum.
• Outdoor recreation: The city’s Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, Gerald R. Ford Airport Viewing Park, Blandford Nature Center Richmond Park, and Riverside Park — among other spots — perfect for hiking, biking, or simply soaking up the outdoors.
• Sports: Experience the energy of a live game and back the home team at an Grand Rapids Griffins (AHL) game.