Licensed guidance
MoveToNYC connects you with a real estate agent licensed for your property’s location.
RENT · BUY · RELOCATION
Find your New York home, wherever you are.
MoveToNYC connects you with a dedicated real estate agent for your rental or purchase. Your agent guides you through a personalized property search, live video tours, applications or closing, and getting your keys.
Personalized property search
Virtual & in-person tours
Support from search to keys
HOW WE HELP YOU
Your dedicated agent, from the first conversation to the keys.
Tell us your plans, priorities, and budget. We’ll connect you with an agent who knows your target area and guides your search, arranges viewings, and helps you understand each next step.
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Rent
Find a rental for 12 months or longer, with a personalized apartment shortlist, virtual or in-person tours, and guidance through the application and lease.
Explore renting →
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Buy
Find a home to live in or an investment property, with a search shaped around your goals and support from viewings through closing.
Explore buying →
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Relocate
Start from abroad with help comparing neighborhoods, understanding housing requirements, and organizing your property search before you arrive.
Explore relocating →NOT IN NEW YORK YET?
Start your search before you arrive.
Explore properties through live video tours, compare neighborhoods around your commute, and understand the documents you may need. Your agent helps you move your search forward while you’re still abroad.
Live, unedited apartment tours
Building and neighborhood guidance
Application and document guidance
A SIMPLER PROCESS
From search to keys, without the guesswork.
New York moves quickly. Your assigned agent keeps each step organized, transparent, and focused on what matters to you.
Tell us about your move01
Tell us what you need
Share your budget, timeline, and what matters to you. Not sure which neighborhood fits? We’ll help you explore.
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Explore your property shortlist
Your agent selects options around your needs and explains the differences.
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Visit from wherever you are
Tour in person or join a live video viewing with your agent.
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Move forward with support
From a rental application to a purchase closing, your agent guides the next steps and coordinates with other professionals when needed.
EXPLORE THE CITY
Find the area that feels like you.
We help you compare lifestyle, commute, space, and value — not just listings.
WHY WORK WITH MOVETONYC
A local person you can rely on, wherever you are.
Personal support from abroad
Plan your search in English or Spanish, with other languages subject to agent availability.
See the home in real time
Live video tours let you ask questions and explore the details before deciding.
Clear fees before you commit
Your agent explains representation and any fee payable by you in writing before you engage them.
Support through the keys
Help with the search, application or purchase coordination, and your move-in arrangements.
We usually respond between 7 AM and 9 PM Eastern Time. Leave a message anytime and we’ll follow up when available.
Tell us about your move →CLIENT STORIES
From a new country to a place of their own.
Hear from clients who found their New York home with us
“My friends and I were looking for a three-bedroom apartment before moving to New York for my studies at Columbia. The team made everything feel straightforward and transparent. The live video tours were so detailed that it felt like being there in person. They explained the documents we needed and the different building types, which was a huge help coming from abroad. We’re so happy with the apartment we chose.”
“I was looking for a one-bedroom apartment near NYU, and the team helped me throughout the entire process. Everything moved quickly, and they answered all my questions. When I arrived in New York, the apartment was exactly as they had shown me. I’m so happy with my choice and grateful for all their help.”
“My friend and I had spent so much time speaking with agents who kept showing us apartments that didn’t fit what we wanted. This team listened and helped us find a two-bedroom apartment that worked for us. Everything was clear and transparent, and they kept us informed throughout. We’re so glad we found them and have already recommended them to friends.”
“I already knew New York, but buying a three-bedroom home for my family was a new experience. The team made the process smooth and efficient, explaining the negotiations and paperwork clearly at every stage. They were always kind and helpful. We’re very happy with our home and would gladly work with them again.”
START YOUR MOVE
Tell us what you’re looking for.
Whether you have a clear plan or are just getting started, tell us a little about your move. We’ll contact you personally to discuss your options and explain how we can help.
Not sure about neighborhoods or requirements? That’s a good place to start.
Personal response
Your inquiry is reviewed individually.
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