Moving within Overland Park usually costs between $463 for a studio and about $4,128 for a home with five or more bedrooms. A one-bedroom averages about $638, a two-bedroom about $1,023, and a three-bedroom about $2,345, with local movers averaging around $120 per hour. Long distance moves of 100 miles or more run from about $1,590 to $9,010 or more. The cheapest way to move in Overland Park is a Tuesday through Thursday between October and April, away from the end of the month, with everything packed and the furniture taken apart before the crew arrives. Summer weekends and month-end dates typically cost 20 to 30 percent more.
Professional Moving & Storage has an office on Bourgade Street in Lenexa, a few minutes from Overland Park, and a second office in Lawrence. We have been moving Kansas households since 2000, operate under USDOT 917983 and MC 397078, and serve as an agent for National Van Lines on long distance moves. Here is what Overland Park moves cost, what pushes the price up, and how to plan one.
Overland Park Moving Costs by Home Size
Average full-service figures from moveBuddha's Overland Park cost data:
| Home size | Typical crew | Typical time | Average cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2 movers | About 3 hours | $463 |
| 1 bedroom | 2 movers | About 4 hours | $638 |
| 2 bedrooms | 3 movers | About 5 hours | $1,023 |
| 3 bedrooms | 4 movers | About 8 hours | $2,345 |
| 4 bedrooms | 4 movers | About 9 hours | $2,688 |
| 5 or more bedrooms | 5 movers | About 10 hours | $4,128 |
Local moves average about $120 per hour. For long distance, two and three-bedroom moves average about $3,604 to $4,770.
These are averages. Your price depends on how much you own, your access, and your date. For a nearby comparison, see our guide to Lenexa moving costs.
How the Price Is Set
Hourly for Local Moves
Moves within Overland Park and across Johnson County are billed by the hour. The clock covers loading, driving between homes, and unloading.
Weight and Distance for Long Moves
Moves of 100 miles or more, and moves out of state, are priced by the weight of the shipment and the distance. That needs an inventory of your home, in person or by video.
Crew Size
A larger crew costs more per hour and finishes faster. For a three or four-bedroom home, a four-person crew is usually the better value.
Pro Tip From Our Crew
Ask each mover what crew size they plan to send and how many hours they expect. Those two numbers explain most of the difference between quotes.
What Affects the Cost in Overland Park
Larger Suburban Homes
Overland Park has plenty of three and four-bedroom houses with finished basements and two or three-car garages. That is more volume than a typical apartment move, and finished basements add stairs.
Homeowner Associations
Many subdivisions in south Overland Park have association rules. Some limit moving hours, how long a truck or portable container can sit in a driveway or on the street, or where a truck can park. Check before you set a date.
Apartments and Townhomes
Apartment complexes along the College Boulevard corridor and near Metcalf Avenue often have stairs, long walks from the parking lot, or building rules for move-in times. Our guide to Overland Park office moves covers commercial buildings in the same area.
Traffic
I-435 and US-69 are busy at rush hour. On an hourly move, a mid-morning start after the commute usually means less time on the road.
Date
moveBuddha reports that May through September, weekends, and the last three days of any month cost 20 to 30 percent more than off-peak dates. Tuesday through Thursday are the cheapest days.
Weather
Kansas summers are hot and spring storms are common. Winter brings occasional ice. Our guide to moving in bad weather covers planning around it.
Cost Examples
Typical scenarios, not quotes.
| Scenario | Crew | Likely time | Likely cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom apartment, second floor | 2 movers | 4 to 5 hours | About $550 to $750 |
| 2 bedroom townhome | 3 movers | 5 to 6 hours | About $950 to $1,300 |
| 3 bedroom house, finished basement | 4 movers | 7 to 9 hours | About $2,100 to $2,800 |
| 4 bedroom house, three-car garage | 4 to 5 movers | 9 to 11 hours | About $2,600 to $3,600 |
Extras to Budget For
| Extra | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Stairs | Often $50 to $70 per flight |
| Full packing, 3 bedrooms | About $600 to $1,500 |
| Piano | Priced separately |
| Storage | Monthly, depending on unit size |
If your new home is not ready on move day, storage bridges the gap. Our article on long-term storage in Lenexa covers how it works.
Moves Within Johnson County
Most Overland Park moves stay close to home. Common routes include Overland Park to Olathe, Lenexa, Leawood, Shawnee, and Prairie Village.
| Route | Typical drive | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Overland Park to Lenexa | 10 to 20 minutes | Near our Lenexa office |
| Overland Park to Olathe | 15 to 25 minutes | Newer subdivisions, HOA rules common |
| Overland Park to Leawood | 10 to 15 minutes | Large homes, more volume |
| Overland Park to Shawnee | 15 to 25 minutes | Mix of older and newer homes |
| Overland Park to Lawrence | 35 to 50 minutes | Via K-10, a toll-free route |
All of these are local hourly moves. The shorter the drive, the more the bill depends on how quickly the crew can load and unload, which comes back to packing and access.
Our guide to Shawnee moving costs covers one of these neighboring cities in detail. For moves farther west, see our guide to Topeka moving costs.
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Checking a Mover
Kansas intrastate movers file tariffs with the Kansas Corporation Commission, and the KCC's household goods tariff list shows each carrier with its MCID or DOT number. Confirm any mover is on it.
Many Overland Park moves cross into Missouri. Those are interstate moves and fall under federal rules, so the mover needs a USDOT number and interstate authority. Our Kansas City move guide explains how those rules work.
Ways to Lower the Cost
- Pick a weekday. Tuesday through Thursday cost least.
- Move off-peak. October through April.
- Avoid month-end.
- Sort the garage and basement early. Donate or sell before the estimate.
- Pack before the crew arrives. Our packing guide helps.
- Take furniture apart.
- Check association rules so the truck can park in the driveway.
Pro Tip From Our Crew
Book four to six weeks ahead for an off-peak move, and six to eight weeks ahead for summer or month-end.
Settling In
If you are new to the city, our guide to moving to Overland Park covers neighborhoods and schools, and our overview of the Overland Park living costs covers the rest of the budget.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do movers cost in Overland Park, KS?
Local moves average about $463 for a studio up to $4,128 for five or more bedrooms, at around $120 per hour.
How much does a three-bedroom move cost in Overland Park?
About $2,345 on average, usually with four movers over about eight hours.
How much does a long distance move from Overland Park cost?
Moves of 100 miles or more run about $1,590 to $9,010 or more, priced by weight and distance.
What is the cheapest day to move?
Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday, in the middle of the month, between October and April.
Is a move from Overland Park to Kansas City, Missouri local?
It is short, but it crosses a state line, so it is an interstate move under federal rules.
Do I need permission from my HOA to move?
Some associations set rules on moving hours and truck parking. Check your association's rules before you book.
Get an Overland Park Estimate
Our moving company in Overland Park handles local and long distance moves, packing, storage, piano moving, senior moves, junk removal, and commercial moves across Johnson County, Lawrence, and Topeka.
We operate under USDOT 917983 and MC 397078 and serve as an agent for National Van Lines. Call our Lenexa office at (785) 363-9582 for a written estimate.
About Professional Moving & StorageFounded in Lawrence by Bobby Jones in 2000. Our motto: "There is only one boss, the customer."
