West Town stretches across some of Chicago's most storied Near Northwest Side blocks, from the onion domes of Ukrainian Village's St. Nicholas Cathedral to the converted warehouse lofts near Grand and Halsted, and Hollander has been a few minutes away on Milwaukee Avenue for over 137 years. The neighborhood's Polish and Ukrainian roots are still visible in the colorful two-flats and worker cottages lining side streets like Cortez and Iowa, even as those same blocks fill in with young professionals drawn to Division Street's restaurants and bars. Housing here runs the gamut, from century-old greystones and courtyard buildings to industrial loft conversions with exposed brick and freight elevators. Whether you're moving into a Ukrainian Village two-flat, an East Village loft near Damen, or a new build off Chicago Avenue, our crews know these blocks because we work them every week.
As a five-generation, family-owned United Van Lines agent, we bring the resources of a national mover with the accountability of a crew that's genuinely local. As a trusted Chicago moving company, we serve West Town as part of our greater Cook County service area, with the same crews, equipment, and accountability we bring to Logan Square, Bucktown, and every other neighborhood we cover.
SINCE 1888 HOLLANDER STORAGE & MOVING
SINCE 1888 HOLLANDER STORAGE & MOVING
Finding movers in West Town you can actually trust is harder than it should be, especially in a neighborhood with as much turnover as this one sees between renters, first-time buyers, and longtime families. Between fly-by-night crews and companies that vanish the moment something goes wrong, most people here just want a mover who shows up on time, handles a converted loft’s freight elevator with the same care as a century-old two-flat staircase, and charges exactly what they quoted. That is the standard Hollander has held for five generations.
As a licensed and insured Chicago moving company and a ProMover member of the American Trucking Associations’ Moving & Storage Conference, we handle local moves throughout West Town and the surrounding Near Northwest Side, long-distance relocations through United Van Lines, and commercial moves for the businesses along Chicago Avenue and Division Street. Our crews are background-checked, trained employees, not day labor, and every move is backed by Full Value Protection options for real peace of mind.
Whether you are relocating within West Town, moving out to the suburbs, or heading across the country, our team builds a plan around your building’s access, your parking situation, and your budget.
Hollander is a licensed and insured Illinois household goods mover, regulated by the Illinois Commerce Commission (ILL CC 8668-MC-C), with U.S. DOT No. 077949. Request a free quote online or call 847-439-2140 to speak with a West Town move coordinator today.
From Ukrainian Village two-flats to converted lofts near Grand and Halsted, we handle West Town's mix of housing stock with the same care, working around freight elevators, narrow staircases, and tight loading docks common to the neighborhood.
As a premier United Van Lines agent based just up Milwaukee Avenue, we move West Town residents anywhere in the country with full tracking and the same crew accountability you'd expect from a neighborhood mover.
With O'Hare a straight shot up the Kennedy, we manage customs documentation and export packing for West Town households and professionals relocating abroad.
The restaurants, bars, and boutiques along Chicago Avenue and Division Street trust us for after-hours moves that don't interrupt foot traffic or neighboring tenants.
We coordinate corporate and lump-sum moves for professionals relocating into or out of West Town's growing base of creative and tech-adjacent businesses.
Many West Town two-flats and greystones have stayed in the same family for generations. Our crews handle downsizing and estate moves with the patience that kind of transition deserves.
From a full household pack to careful handling of art and furniture in a converted loft space, our crew protects what makes your West Town move personal.
Between closings or waiting on a renovation? Our climate-controlled warehouse, not subcontracted, keeps your belongings secure for short-term or long-term storage.
Skip driving two cars across the country during a long-distance move. We ship vehicles door-to-door so your move stays simple.<
The stretch of Division running through West Town is one of the busiest nightlife and retail corridors on the Near Northwest Side, and street parking fills up fast once the restaurants and bars open for the evening. We schedule morning move times whenever possible and confirm loading zone access on the block in advance.
Many West Town buildings near Grand and Halsted are converted industrial lofts with freight elevators that need to be reserved in advance with building management. We coordinate elevator bookings ahead of time so move day goes smoothly, and we bring the right equipment for buildings that still require stairs.
Residential streets throughout Ukrainian Village and East Village carry permit parking restrictions. We coordinate a temporary moving permit with the City of Chicago ahead of your move date so the truck has legal curb access without the risk of a ticket.
Hollander made our move process very easy Our crew, Marcus H, Alex P, Chris C, and Jack We’re on time! Very thorough! Extremely careful! I have moved quite a bit in my lifetime. Watching them work was a masters class in customer service and move efficiency.
Karl Dorn
Hollander treated us like family from the very first phone call. Their team relieved all our stress and handled our belongings with incredible care. They wrapped every piece of furniture and protected our floors. Truly the best movers in Chicago for local and long-distance needs. We would not trust anyone else with our home.
Northbrook, IL Resident
As a top-rated United agent, they made our move seamless. The crew was professional, affordable, and attentive to every detail. They arrived on time and finished ahead of schedule. Highly recommended for anyone needing a Chicago moving company that actually delivers on its promises.
Corporate Client
This experience was excellent. Our crew was on time, courteous, and very professional. They were clearly experienced … taking any and all measures to move our possessions carefully. Can’t say enough good things about our crew (Kyle, Supervisor; Vedale; Conner, and Turtle). Thank you for doing such a good job!
David Fransonyears in the moving industry
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Yes. We provide full residential, commercial, and storage moving services throughout West Town, including Ukrainian Village, East Village, and Noble Square.
Absolutely. Our crews are experienced in coordinating freight elevators for loft buildings and navigating the narrow stairwells and original woodwork common to West Town’s two-flats and greystones.
Yes. We handle retail and office relocations for West Town businesses with flexible after-hours scheduling to avoid disrupting foot traffic.
Call Hollander Storage & Moving at 847-439-2140 or fill out the Request a Free Quote form on this page. Since our office is just up Milwaukee Avenue, we can typically schedule an in-home or virtual survey quickly.
Yes. Our Chicago movers consist of experienced professionals who are rigorously trained to handle moves of all sizes and complexities. We do not use day laborers. All our crew members are background-checked and trained in proper lifting, wrapping, and loading techniques to ensure a smooth relocation process for every client.
Our professional Chicago movers use high-quality packing materials and equipment to securely pack and transport your items. We use floor runners to protect your home and heavy-duty pads for your furniture. Additionally, as a United Van Lines agent, we offer Full Value Protection options to ensure your items are covered in the unlikely event of damage.
You can reach us at our Chicago location by calling 847-439-2140. You can also visit our website to chat with a representative or request a callback. We are located at 1801 Pratt Blvd, Elk Grove Village, IL, and our office is open to assist you with any questions regarding your upcoming move.
West Town is just down Milwaukee Avenue from where Hollander started, and our crews are in the neighborhood every week. Call 847-439-2140 or request your free quote, your neighborhood Chicago movers are close by.
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