Serving Los Angeles & Orange County
Open 7 days · Same-day available

Santa Monica Movers

Zero stress.
Zero surprises.
Fast. Careful. On time.

Santa Monica movers · Apartment • Residential • Commercial

  • Free Estimates
  • Transparent Pricing
  • No Surprise Charges

Get your moving price in minutes

Get a free quote

2-min formNo obligationFree quote
We reply within the hour
Locally owned & operatedLocally owned Same-day availabilitySame-day moves Free estimates Careful, wrapped & protectedWrapped & protected
Reviews

What our customers say

All verified on Google. Never fabricated, never bought.

Local moves

Permit zones, beach blocks, and North of Montana

Santa Monica sits on a tight grid that runs straight to the beach — small, dense, and entirely permit-controlled. Downtown Santa Monica near the Promenade, the Pier, and Ocean Avenue means freight elevators, strict HOA rules, and curb-permit-only loading on most blocks.

North of Montana is quieter — older homes, deep yards, but still strict on truck size and street access. Ocean Park and Sunset Park mix beach apartments with single-family homes. The Wilshire/Montana corridor and Mid-City are tech-heavy (Silicon Beach) with high-density condo buildings.

We drive in from Pasadena every week. Book with us and you get a crew that knows Santa Monica's permit zones, loading-dock schedules, and which streets need the smaller truck.

Why choose us

Moving without the headache

Whether you're moving an apartment, home, or office, we make the whole move simple, organized, and stress-free.

Pasadena-based crew

We live and work in the 626. We know the streets, the permit zones, and which buildings need elevator reservations before move day.

Wrapped & protected

Pads, plastic, and shrink-wrap on every piece — protected against scratches, dents, and damage in transit.

Transparent pricing

Quote up front, no surprise fees on move day. What we say is what you pay.

Same-day availability

Last-minute Santa Monica moves welcome. Call by morning, we can be there the same afternoon.

Pricing

Santa Monica move rates

Clear hourly rates, what's included up front, and no surprise add-ons after the move.

2 Movers + Truck
Min 3 hours
$118
per hour
Best forStudios & 1-bedroom moves
  • Packing & unpacking help
  • Free use of moving blankets
  • Free use of wardrobe boxes
  • Shrink wrap, tape, packing paper
  • Free use of tools & dollies
  • Disassembly & reassembly
4 Movers + Truck
Min 3 hours
$198
per hour
Best for3–4 bedroom homes & heavy items
  • Packing & unpacking help
  • Free use of moving blankets
  • Free use of wardrobe boxes
  • Shrink wrap, tape, packing paper
  • Free use of tools & dollies
  • Disassembly & reassembly

Need a bigger crew? Each additional mover is $40/hr.

✕ Watch out for these hidden fees

What we don't charge — but some movers do

  • "Truck fee" on top of the hourly rate
  • Processing fees & extra taxes
  • Stair, elevator, or "access" fees
  • Long-carry fees when parking is far
  • Charges for blankets, wrap, or tape
  • Assembly/disassembly billed separately
  • Heavy or bulky item upcharges
How it works

Three steps to a stress-free move

From quote to keys, with no surprises in between.

01

Get a free quote

Tell us your move details — addresses, size, and date. Use the form above or call (626) 600-0341. We reply within the hour.

02

Lock in your move

We confirm crew, truck, and final price up front. You'll know exactly what to expect on move day — no surprises.

03

Sit back. We move.

Our crew arrives on time, wraps and pads everything, and gets you settled in your new place — same day, in most cases.

Neighborhoods

Across Santa Monica’s grid

From our Pasadena base, Santa Monica is part of our regular weekly route — from Downtown high-rises to North of Montana family homes to Ocean Park beach apartments.

Moving in or out of Santa Monica? Call (626) 600-0341 for a free quote.

What we move

Four common Santa Monica moves

Santa Monica’s four most common move types — and how we prep for each.

Beach apartments near the Pier

Tight street parking, permit-zone loading, and short walks from the curb to the door. We handle the permit paperwork and arrive with the right truck for your block.

North of Montana family homes

Older homes with original detail, deep yards, and detached garages. Easy truck access but lots to move — we send the right crew size so the day doesn't run long.

Sunset Park houses

Single-family bungalows with narrow doorways and tight side yards. We pad floors and door frames; original character preserved on the way in and out.

Downtown condo high-rises

Freight elevators, and HOA reservation windows. We coordinate with building management before move day so the elevator is locked and ready.

Prepare

10 tips to prepare for your Santa Monica move

A short checklist that keeps moving day on schedule and prevents the most common surprises.

01

Book early

Weekends and month-end dates fill up fast. Same-day is available, but booking 2-3 weeks ahead gives you the best crew options.

02

Get it in writing

Your booking confirmation should list date, arrival window, crew size, both addresses, and the agreed hourly rate. No surprises later.

03

Pack non-essentials first

Books, decor, closet items, off-season clothes — pack these days ahead. Label every box by room to speed up unloading.

04

Keep valuables with you

Jewelry, cash, passports, laptops, hard drives, medications, and house keys travel in your car — never the truck.

05

Reserve truck parking

Most Santa Monica blocks are permit-zone controlled — request a temporary moving permit from the city 5-7 business days ahead.

06

Talk to your building manager

Santa Monica apartments and condos often have specific move-in rules — elevator reservations, time windows, freight elevator pads. Call ahead so move day isn't held up at the front desk.

07

Update your address

USPS mail forwarding, bank, employer, subscriptions, delivery apps, and the DMV — knock these out the week before the move.

08

Clear walkways

Hallways, doorways, stairs, and the path from front door to truck. Quick prep that saves real time on move day.

09

Set utilities up early

Schedule Santa Monica water service and SoCalGas to turn on at the new place the day before — so you walk into a working home.

10

Pack a "first night" box

Chargers, toiletries, towels, sheets, snacks, basic tools, and a change of clothes. Keep it with you so you're not unpacking at 11pm.

FAQ

Common questions

Don’t see yours? Call (626) 600-0341.

How much do local movers cost?
Local moves are priced hourly, based on crew size, how much you’re moving, and the distance between addresses. Most 1-bedroom apartments wrap up in 3-4 hours; 2-bedrooms in 4-6; full homes in a day. We give you a flat quote up front based on your specific move, so you know the total before move day.
Do movers pack for you?
Yes. We offer full packing, partial packing (just the fragile or tricky stuff), or no packing at all. We bring all the boxes, tape, paper, and bubble wrap — no need to source your own. We label everything by room and keep a clear inventory so nothing gets lost in transit.
Are there any hidden fees?
No. Your quote includes labor, truck, fuel, wrapping materials, and protection — the whole move. We don’t add surprise charges for stairs, long carries, or extra time we expected. If something changes that affects the price (an added couch, a blocked driveway), we tell you before we do the work, not after.
Do I need a parking permit in Santa Monica?
Yes — most Santa Monica residential blocks are permit-zone controlled, and the City of Santa Monica typically requires a temporary moving permit for trucks. We handle the application for you when booking. Downtown and Pier-area blocks also have loading-zone time restrictions we plan around.
Can you handle Downtown high-rise condo moves?
Yes — Downtown Santa Monica towers are a regular part of our schedule. We coordinate freight elevator times with building management, bring elevator pads, and stage furniture in the loading bay so we're not blocking the lobby.
Do you serve Venice, Brentwood, and the Palisades too?
Yes. Venice, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, Westwood, and West LA are all part of our regular Santa Monica service area at the same flat rates. Moving between these cities and Santa Monica is the same job for us — short drive, same crew.

Ready to move in Santa Monica?

Free quote. We reply within the hour.