College and dorm movers in Evanston, IL

A dorm move is usually a futon, a mini fridge and a stack of boxes, with no truck of your own to move them in. Lugg movers pick it all up, drive it across town in Evanston, IL, and carry it into the room. Book it yourself in about a minute. Enter both addresses to see your upfront estimate.

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With an average 4.9-star rating across nearly 1 million verified customer reviews, Lugg is the trusted choice for on-demand college moves in Evanston, IL.

Bolingbrook, IL

They were terrific. Arrived on time. Brought in the new box spring and new mattress. Set them into the frame. Took the old box spring and mattress and set it up in the room in the basement. They were very professional and would highly recommend them in the future to anyone needing anything moved. Thank you Lugg. - Irene

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Total Price$113
Bolingbrook, IL

Very friendly, excellent service, arrived on time, did a great job navigating corners with the mattress. Would highly recommend them! - catherine

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Total Price$64
Chicago, IL

They were both great, and were kind enough to bring my mattress and box to the 21st floor. They were very careful with the walls and my items. I’d definitely recommend their services - Kevin

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Total Price$137
Chicago, IL

They moved a 200 lb mattress up three flights in a hundred year old building. They set up the frame and box spring for a perfect fit. Their effort throughout was consistently high and their attitude positive. Absolute pleasure to work with. Can’t recommend more highly. - Aaron

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Total Price$354
Arlington Heights, IL

Mike and Daniel were excellent movers. They made moving into my storage unit so effortless and simple, while also working extremely hard moving my couch, mattress, and heavy table. They even helped me wrap my couch and headboard, to prevent dust, which was above and beyond. Would give 10 stars/5 stars, if possible! - Joseph

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Total Price$207
Bolingbrook, IL

They had to take on my move at the end of their day as an additional job but did great and got my mattress moved to my apartment and into my room as soon as they could - Victoria

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Total Price$144
Chicago, IL

Dapo and Zachariah did a fabulous job! They were very patient due to a long wait with the freight elevator, and placed the dining table exactly where I wanted it to go - Isha

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Total Price$177
Chicago, IL

They were very kind and patient. It helped greatly because my building’s elevator went out of service right before they arrived. - Lillian

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Total Price$227
Naperville, IL

The freight elevator was too small for the sofa. Angel and Marcos went above and beyond what was required. They tried everything in the book to make it fit. They even tried moving it through the stairs. They coordinated with lugg support and delivered the sofa back to the store. Thank you so much Angel and Marcos. - Rohan

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Total Price$161
Naperville, IL

They did a nice job of finding the best option for getting my sofa into the unit. The box wouldn't fix on the elevator. - Juan

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Total Price$192
Naperville, IL

Reginald and Joseph were so sweet to help me rearrange the furniture in the room to make room for the daybed I bought. They even helped me put up the elevator pads that the building requires. This was my first experience with Lugg and I will definitely be using it again! - Nathalie

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Total Price$178
Chicago, IL

These gentlemen were exceptional. They went above and beyond to help me resolve an unfortunate sizing issues that prevented the couch from fitting in the elevator. Kind, professional, friendly. Thank you Freddy and Matthew. You made the situation much less stressful and the delivery process seamless. - Evelina

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Total Price$46
Chicago, IL

The big sofa wasn’t fit in the elevator. Corey and Antoine tried to move the sofa by stairs but it’s too long to fit the stairway. They were very patient. Though they weren’t able to deliver the sofa to the unit, appreciate their hard work - Grace

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Total Price$78
Evanston, IL

They were awesome. It took some extra effort getting my couch to fit into the elevator in my building but they made it happen. They were also very efficient and courteous. Would definitely hire them again. - John

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Total Price$100
Westchester, IL

Freddy and John were great! They moved the couch into our apartment effortlessly, even though we were very concerned about it fitting up our stairs. Great first time experience with Lugg because of them! - Carly

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Total Price$169
Naperville, IL

Nikos and Lansana were awesome. We had some VERY heavy furniture and they brought everything up the stairs with no problem, and were careful with our things. Would definitely use their help again. - Amelia

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Total Price$106
Naperville, IL

I can’t recommend TJ and Lansana enough! They helped me with a last minute request and went above and beyond to accommodate me. They expertly moved an extremely heavy piece of furniture-easily over 300 lbs- up a flight of stairs, all while navigating snowy conditions. The crew was incredibly careful and professional throughout the entire process. I was truly impressed and left speechless by their dedication and skills. I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again! - Ashley

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Total Price$397
Evanston, IL

Freddy & Eric were great! When it was obvious that a couch was not going to fit down some stairs we were able to get it through a basement window which was above & beyond. - Mauro

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Total Price$165
Wilmette, IL

They were so great! They worked very hard to protect a very large and heavy - but delicate - tv down a tricky flight of stairs. Very grateful to them! - Kate

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Total Price$145
Hanover Park, IL

They had no trouble finding either address, and they arrived early at both the pickup and drop-off locations. They were extremely helpful and courteous, and went above and beyond to help get the job done. They handled stairs, tight spaces, and extremely heavy items with care and professionalism. Thanks, guys! - Elizabeth

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Total Price$287
Winnetka, IL

Freddy and Anton were fantastic. They brought the new air conditioner up the stairs and brought the old one out into my car. Very friendly and helpful. Thanks!! - Mikalina

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Total Price$88
Chicago, IL

Nedy & Tyrice were extremely efficient, took a look at my stairs and made a plan to get this enormous dresser up safely (for my home and the furniture). - Caroline

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Total Price$126
Naperville, IL

Good communication from the start! Great job getting two VERY heavy dressers up a flight of stairs that had a turn. Thank you for not cancelling the the pick up & getting the job done for me. - Kimberly

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Total Price$195
Chicago, IL

I couldn't have asked for a better experience! Oscar & Fadil were so quick & efficient in delivering a couch to my condo. Not only did they navigate downtown traffic and street parking near the couch's origin point, but then upon arrival, they whisked the couch up 3 flights of stairs to my living room without even breaking a sweat. I'm so impressed! They were so professional and friendly and I truly appreciate that. Nicest guys too. Thank you, Lugg! - Julie

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Total Price$149

Lugg pricing in Evanston, IL

Lite

1 Lugger
Lite truck
Base fare$26
Per-mile rate$1.96
Per-min labor$0.95
Average cost$50

Pickup

2 Luggers
Pickup truck
Base fare$38
Per-mile rate$2.24
Per-min labor$1.62
Average cost$74

Van

2 Luggers
Van truck
Base fare$68
Per-mile rate$3.08
Per-min labor$2.02
Average cost$114

XL

2 Luggers
XL truck
Base fare$117
Per-mile rate$3.70
Per-min labor$2.30
Average cost$170

Box

2 Luggers
Box truck
Base fare$152
Per-mile rate$5.00
Per-min labor$3.00
Average cost$222
* Estimate for 5 miles of driving and 15 minutes of labor. Rates vary by city. Every booking includes a small variable booking fee for Lugg's operational and safety costs. Routes over 30 miles add $2/mile for miles 31 to 50, then $2.50/mile above 50. You'll see an upfront price before you book.

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Sandra

Sandra

Moved dorm rooms in Chicago, IL

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Base fare$26.00
Mileage(0.6 mi @ $1.97/mi)$1.18
Labor(12 min @ $0.95/min)$11.36
Booking feeA variable booking fee is added to every Lugg to support regulatory, safety, and operational expenses.$2.46
Total price$41.00
Most customers pay$51–$74
Richard

Richard

Moved dorm furniture from Menlo Park to Stanford, CA

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Base fare$68.00
Mileage(2.9 mi @ $3.08/mi)$8.93
Labor(29 min @ $2.01/min)$58.43
Booking feeA variable booking fee is added to every Lugg to support regulatory, safety, and operational expenses.$8.64
Total price$144.00
Most customers pay$138–$178
Rachel

Rachel

Moved dorm room contents to storage in New York, NY

Van2 LuggersVAN illustration
Base fare$81.60
Mileage(0.8 mi @ $3.69/mi)$2.95
Labor(76 min @ $2.43/min)$184.43
Booking feeA variable booking fee is added to every Lugg to support regulatory, safety, and operational expenses.$17.17
Total price$286.15
Most customers pay$229–$321

Based on actual Lugg jobs. Names changed for privacy. Rates vary slightly by city.

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Lift up to 125 lbs, moving knowledge, customer experience


Truck

2001 or newer, insured, great shape, clean cargo

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Items we move

Dormroom furniture

Dormroom furniture

Beds, desks, shelves, chairs, and other small dorm furniture

Small appliances

Small appliances

Mini fridges, microwaves, toasters, air fryers, and other small appliances

Electronics

Electronics

TVs, computers, sound systems, and other electronics

Clothing & bedding

Clothing & bedding

Clothing, sheets, blankets, pillows, and comforters

Bikes

Bikes

Road bikes, mountain bikes, and other bike accessories

Boxes

Boxes

Books, decor, and other student dorm items

And many more!

We help you move

Your boxes

1 Lugger

Lugg Lite is perfect for moving a stack of boxes, luggage, or lightweight furniture like coffee tables and accent chairs.

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Your things

2 Luggers

Lugg Pickup is a versatile choice for moving a few large items like a refrigerator, washer/dryer or a sofa.

Lugg Pickup

Your room

2 Luggers

Lugg Van is the right match for moving several pieces of furniture or fragile items, like art or plants, that require an enclosed vehicle for protection.

Lugg Van

Your space

2 Luggers

Lugg XL is great for moving a studio or a small 1-bedroom apartment, and any bulky oversized items including king-sized mattresses.

Lugg XL

Your place

2 Luggers

Lugg Box is a high-capacity option for 2+ bedroom homes, home staging projects, and multiple bulky pieces of furniture.

Lugg Box

Your home

2 Luggers

Lugg Box+ is our largest option for 3+ bedroom homes, commercial relocations, and any job that needs maximum cargo space.

Lugg Box+

Universities near Evanston, IL

Lugg helps students move in and out of housing at these schools near Evanston, IL. Tap one to start an instant estimate.

  • Northwestern University logo
    Northwestern University
    633 Clark St, Evanston, IL 602080.6 mi
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  • Loyola University Chicago logo
    Loyola University Chicago
    1032 W Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 606604.2 mi
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  • DePaul University logo
    DePaul University
    2400 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL 606149.3 mi
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  • University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) logo
    University of Illinois Chicago (UIC)
    1200 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 6060713.2 mi
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  • University of Chicago logo
    University of Chicago
    5801 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL 6063718.9 mi
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  • Carthage College logo
    Carthage College
    2001 Alford Park Dr, Kenosha, WI 5314039.8 mi
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Dorm and college movers in Evanston

Two weeks in the year do most of the work: the one in August when everyone arrives, and the one in May when everyone leaves at once. In between there are roommate swaps, a move down the hall, a futon bought off a senior, and the run to storage before summer. Lugg is an on-demand moving and delivery platform where you book local movers for moves into dorms, residence halls and off-campus apartments, and back out again at the end of term.

Which Lugg fits a dorm room

Most people booking dorm movers overestimate what a dorm room holds. Across thousands of student moves, 93% fit in a van or a pickup truck. A bed, a desk chair, a futon and eight or nine boxes doesn't need a box truck, and you pick the vehicle yourself when you book rather than having someone size it for you.

Move-in week and move-out week

Move-in runs on the college's clock, not yours: an assigned arrival slot, a loading zone, a lot that's full by nine in the morning. Booking ahead is what keeps that from mattering, and you can lock a Lugg up to 60 days out. Move-out is the opposite problem, because everything has to be gone by a deadline and half of it isn't coming home. One Lugg can make up to five stops, so the storage unit, the donation drop-off and the boxes you're leaving at a friend's place all happen in the same trip. Movers carry it up stairs, into elevators and down long hallways, which is most of what a dorm building is.

Off-campus apartments and student housing

Student movers get booked for more than move-in day. Sophomore year is usually a walk-up with three roommates, a shared lease and a couch somebody's brother is giving away. Lugg handles those the same way, including the pickup from a marketplace seller across town on the way to the new place. Lugg movers can put the bed frame, the desk or the bookshelf back together once it's in the room.

Moving without a car on campus

Most freshmen don't have a car, and the ones who do can't fit a mattress in it, which is most of what dorm room movers get called for. Lugg is the way to get something bulky from a store, a storage unit or a seller to your room without borrowing a truck or asking three friends. You book it yourself in about a minute, track the crew on the way, and see your upfront estimate before anything is confirmed.

FAQs - College moves in Evanston, IL

Any campus inside Lugg's service area. Lugg doesn't work from a list of partner schools, so booking university movers works the same way at every school: dorms, residence halls, Greek housing, campus-affiliated apartments and off-campus student housing in Evanston are all just addresses. Lugg covers more than 4,000 cities and 8,000 ZIP codes.

The quickest way to check your own school is to enter your pickup and drop-off addresses. If Lugg serves them, you'll see your estimate right away.

Yes, Lugg can pick up your order from retailers like Target, IKEA, Walmart, or any other local store and deliver it to your dorm or apartment in Evanston. Perfect for new dorm setups or replacing furniture mid-semester. This is especially helpful if you don't have a car on campus. We frequently deliver mini-fridges, futons, shelving units, desks, TVs, and other bulky dorm essentials. We can even make multiple pickups in one trip if your purchases/orders are at different stores.

Yes, Lugg can move your belongings into a storage unit during summer or winter breaks and bring them back when the new semester starts in Evanston. Lugg can also pick up from storage and deliver directly to your dorm or apartment on the same day. If you're clearing out old items, we can make donation drop-offs at Goodwill or other local charities. You can even schedule both moves in advance to make returning to campus stress-free.

Yes, room-to-room and building-to-building moves are among the most common student moving services Lugg runs in Evanston. Just enter your pickup and destination addresses, even if they're across campus. Lugg movers can bring items directly into your dorm room or apartment, and one booking supports multiple stops, so dorm to storage to new dorm works as a single trip.

Yes, Lugg can take unwanted items to local donation centers such as Goodwill, Savers, or other charities in Evanston during move-out. We can also help remove small pieces of furniture, old dorm items, or boxes you no longer need and bring those to a local disposal or recycling center if preferred. This is perfect for end-of-semester clean-outs or when you need your room cleared before RA inspections.

Lugg can move you up to 150 miles from the pickup address, which covers most trips from home to campus. Whether you're coming from home, another campus or a surrounding suburb, Lugg can take your things straight to your dorm, apartment or student housing.

Trips longer than 30 miles include a long-distance fee: $2 per mile for miles 31 to 50, then $2.50 per mile above 50. It's already built into the estimate you see before you book.

Enter your pickup and drop-off addresses when you book to check your route.

Yes, you can book your Lugg up to 60 days ahead to lock in your preferred time, especially helpful during busy move-in or move-out weekends in Evanston. Early booking ensures your movers and truck are ready when campus access windows open. We can also arrive during your assigned campus move-in slot or residence hall check-in time, which many schools require for freshmen and returning students.

Yes, with Lugg you can book on-demand, same-day, and next-day college moves. Movers and a truck can arrive within the hour, or you can schedule up to 60 days in advance for a time that works best for you. Same-day moves are great for students who don't have a car on campus or need last-minute help with furniture, dorm supplies, or store pickups.

Yes, parents, guardians or friends can book your college move remotely, as long as someone in Evanston is there to meet the crew. Ask them to add you as an additional contact so you can track your Lugg and message the Luggers in real time, and they can follow the move from their own devices too.

They're also welcome to pitch in on the day. Plenty of families help with loading and unloading to get everything set up faster, which is especially useful in older dorm buildings with slow elevators, tight hallways or several flights of stairs.

Four out of five dorm and college moves with Lugg come in under $250, and the median is about $140. Lugg prices from your addresses and the vehicle you pick, then bills labor by the minute with no hourly minimum, so a short move costs what it actually takes instead of a four-hour block.

You'll see your estimate before you book anything.

Yes, Lugg's referral program is always on: share your referral code with a friend who hasn't used Lugg before, and they get $10 off their first move while you get $10 in Lugg credit.

Your code is in the Lugg app or on the website once you're logged in. Open the menu, find Invite friends, and you can copy your code or share it straight from there.

Lugg also runs seasonal promotions and giveaways, most often around back-to-school, winter break and summer move-out. Follow Lugg on social or join the email list to catch those.

Yes, Lugg supports up to five pickups or drop-offs per booking, so you and your roommate can combine moves to save time and make things easier. For example, we can pick up from both of your homes or storage units and deliver everything to your shared dorm, apartment, or college housing in Evanston in one trip. This makes it a cost-effective option compared to booking separately, especially when moving from multiple locations.

Please note that only one payment can be processed per booking, so the cost can't be split across multiple cards or people.

You'll need to secure any required parking permits or passes for your college move in Evanston if your campus requires them. Many campuses have designated move-in zones or loading areas, so check with your housing or parking office before move day to avoid delays. If your school uses security checkpoints, gated entries, or ID-verified access, your Luggers can check in with campus staff as needed.

Yes, Luggers can help move beds, desks, and dressers within your dorm room or apartment in Evanston, perfect for rearranging furniture, swapping roommates, or setting up after redecorating. Lugg crews can also help with light assembly or disassembly of items like desks, bed frames, or bookshelves, and can reposition TVs or mini-fridges as needed.

Lugg doesn't provide packing services or supplies, so have everything packed before your crew arrives. Boxes, storage bins, duffel bags and even trash bags all work, as long as nothing is loose. Unplug electronics, empty and defrost mini-fridges, secure drawers and bundle cords, and pack TVs with extra padding where you can. Check your campus housing guidelines for prohibited items. Having everything ready helps your Luggers load quickly, which matters most on a busy move-in day in Evanston.

Every Lugg college move in Evanston includes professional moving equipment, straps, dollies, moving blankets, and stretch wrap to protect your items and your space, plus a basic toolkit for light disassembly or reassembly. Pickup trucks also come equipped with a tarp for weather protection.

Your Luggers will wrap fragile or bulky pieces for safe transport and move heavy furniture, appliances and other large items through tight spaces, stairs and doorways. This equipment helps your Luggers navigate stairs, elevators, and narrow dorm hallways, protect your items in rainy weather, and safely move heavy dorm essentials like mini-fridges, futons, desks, and shelving. Your items and college dorm or housing are protected under Lugg's Damage Protection Guarantee.

We do not provide moving boxes or mattress covers. Please have these items ready if needed.

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