Movers in University Heights, OH
University Heights moves cover a mix profile distinctive within our cohort — long-tenured homeowners in 1920s–50s homes downsizing, JCU faculty/staff academic-household relocations (often timed to academic calendar transitions), and compact-lot inner-ring suburban work where small lots and tight street parking require careful crew and truck logistics. The young-skewing population (median age 30.1) and high educational attainment produce strong demand for academic-community moves alongside the typical inner-ring suburban downsizing and relocation work. Our crew reaches University Heights in roughly 25–35 minutes via I-480 East to I-271 North to Cedar Road.
About University Heights, Cuyahoga County
Population approximately 13,265; median home value about $264,188; median household income about $99,236.
University Heights is a compact, highly-educated eastern Cuyahoga County inner-ring suburb anchored by John Carroll University, sitting roughly 17 miles east of our Parma home base in just 1.83 square miles — the smallest city by land area in our service area (Source: 2024 ACS, Census Reporter). With a population of approximately 13,265, median household income of $99,236, and median home value of $264,188, University Heights blends a young, professional family base with one of the most educated populations in Northeast Ohio — 67.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The city has a defining median age of 30.1, the youngest in our service area, substantially driven by John Carroll University's student body. University Heights is closely tied to neighboring Cleveland Heights, sharing the Cleveland Heights-University Heights City School District (chuh.org), the Heights Libraries system, and shared post office. The housing stock is predominantly 1920s–1950s pre-postwar and early-postwar construction — generating distinctive work patterns including faculty moves, estate cleanouts in long-tenured older homes, and renovation work on aging housing stock.
Local Landmarks
- John Carroll University — 20700 N Park Boulevard; private Jesuit university founded 1886, 65-acre campus, the city's defining anchor and namesake
- Cedar Center South — 13956 Cedar Road; Whole Foods-anchored shopping center at the Cedar/Warrensville intersection
- University Heights City Hall — 2300 Warrensville Center Road; civic anchor on the primary north-south arterial
- Heights Libraries — University Heights Branch — 13866 Cedar Road; part of the shared Heights Libraries system
- Walter Stinson Community Park — 2301 Fenwick Road; civic-recreation park managed by the City of University Heights
Moving Pricing
All hourly services have a 2-hour minimum, plus a one-time travel fee of $50 per mover or helper. Truck-package hourly rates cover the whole crew. Furniture blankets, dollies, straps, and professional handling are included.
- Labor-only helpers: $80/hr per helper; customer provides the truck.
- 2 movers + 26ft truck: $190/hr (most popular) — $100 one-time travel fee
- 3 movers + 26ft truck: $260/hr — $150 one-time travel fee
- 4 movers + truck: $340/hr — $200 one-time travel fee
- Packing and unpacking: $80/hr per packer, plus $50 travel per packer; materials additional.
- Furniture assembly: $80/hr per assembler, plus $50 travel per assembler.
Moving Services We Offer in University Heights
- Local Residential Moving
- Apartment Moving
- Junk Removal + Move Combo
- Office & Commercial Moving
- Packing & Unpacking
- Furniture Assembly & Disassembly
- Piano & Specialty Moving
- Storage Solutions
Frequently Asked Questions — University Heights Movers
How fast can you schedule a University Heights move from your Parma base?
We're 17 miles west of University Heights at 6871 Ames Rd in Parma. Drive time is 25-35 minutes via I-480 East to I-271 North to Cedar Road. We typically schedule University Heights moves within 24-48 hours, and same-day or next-day moves are often available. May and August fill up faster — book ahead during John Carroll academic transitions.
Do you handle John Carroll University moves?
Yes — John Carroll moves are a distinctive part of our University Heights work. The university's 3,546 students generate substantial moving volume around May (move-out) and August (move-in), plus faculty relocations year-round. We handle apartment-to-apartment moves, dorm-to-apartment transitions, faculty downsizing, and out-of-state moves. Booking 2-3 weeks ahead for August/May is recommended.
Can you coordinate moving plus junk removal in one University Heights project?
Yes — this is especially common for University Heights. Faculty downsizing from larger homes, families upgrading or expanding, and student move-outs all benefit from coordinated visits. We sort what comes, what donates (routed to the eastern Habitat ReStore), and what disposes — keeping the move efficient and the new home clutter-free.
Do you serve all University Heights neighborhoods including the John Carroll area?
Yes — we serve every street in University Heights' 1.83 square miles, from John Carroll University and the Cedar Center commercial district to residential neighborhoods along Meadowbrook Boulevard, Warrensville Center Road, and Belvoir Boulevard. The compact city footprint means we're never far from any address.
Are you insured for University Heights apartment building moves?
Yes — fully licensed and insured. We carry full liability insurance and provide certificates of insurance to apartment buildings, HOAs, and property managers as required. Many University Heights apartment buildings near John Carroll require COIs prior to move-in — we handle this coordination upfront so move day goes smoothly.
How much do movers cost in University Heights?
A 2-mover crew and 26ft truck is $190/hr with a 2-hour minimum plus a one-time $100 travel fee. A 3-mover crew is $260/hr plus a one-time $150 travel fee. A typical 2-bedroom local move is $860–$1,050. Call (216) 673-0678 or use the estimate form for a schedule- and access-specific estimate.
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Call us: (216) 673-0678 — Crews run Mon–Sat 8am–6pm