Top Scottsdale, AZ to Port St. Lucie, FL Movers

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1. Mentors Moving & Storage: 4.9 out of 5 stars
2. Just-In Time Moving & Storage: 4.96 out of 5 stars
3. Gilbert Moving & Storage: 5.0 out of 5 stars
4. Camelback Moving: 4.9 out of 5 stars
5. Moving Team Six LLC: 5.0 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Arizona to Florida

Moving a studio or one-bedroom home from Arizona to Florida typically costs between $1,662 and $6,722. For a two- or three-bedroom home, expect prices to fall between $4,417 and $9,671 when moving from AZ to FL. If you're tackling a large move (think four or five bedrooms) from Arizona to Florida, you're looking at costs ranging from $8,046 up to $13,935.

Cost of moving containers from Arizona to Florida

If you're relocating from Arizona to Florida, you'll typically spend between $1,627 and $3,923 for a small move. Have a two or three-bedroom home? Plan for costs to range from $2,701 up to $5,531. If you're moving a larger home—four bedrooms or more—expect to pay anywhere between $3,597 and $7,569. For a full breakdown, check out our complete PODS cost guide.

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Cost of moving truck rentals from Arizona to Florida

Renting a moving truck is usually your cheapest option, but keep in mind you'll be handling all the loading, unloading, and driving yourself.

If you're moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment with a rental truck, expect to spend between $1,569 and $3,094. For two to three bedrooms, rates typically fall between $1,821 and $3,721. Relocating a four-bedroom (or bigger) home? You're likely looking at anywhere from $2,278 up to $4,652 for your rental truck.

These quotes include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Port St. Lucie are 20% lower than in Scottsdale, which means you'll have more money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you'll be able to get more for your money in Port St. Lucie.
  Home prices in Port St. Lucie are 52.6% lower than in Scottsdale.
• You're likely to make a higher income living in Port St. Lucie, where incomes are, on average, 6.4% higher than in Scottsdale. Major employers in Port St. Lucie include Liberty Healthcare Group, Gerelco Electrical Contractors, and St. Lucie Medical Center.
• Get ready to save some money on recurring expenses like food, gas, and utility bills in Port St. Lucie. On average, the cost of living for a single person there is 57.5% lower than in Scottsdale.
• If you're moving your family to Port St. Lucie, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Port St. Lucie is 21.2% higher than in Scottsdale.
• The unemployment rate in Port St. Lucie is 4.26% higher than in Scottsdale.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Port St. Lucie, since the city's sales taxes in Port St. Lucie are 13.04% lower than in Scottsdale.
• One perk of moving to Port St. Lucie is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Scottsdale.

• Port St. Lucie might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 15% less than Scottsdale.
• Getting around Port St. Lucie without a car might be more difficult than in Scottsdale. Port St. Lucie has a public transportation score of 1 out of 10, whereas Scottsdale is ranked 5. Ratings are based on a city's transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Port St. Lucie neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Scottsdale. Based on its score of 13 out of 100, Port St. Lucie isn't as walkable as Scottsdale, which has a score of 32 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• You probably won't see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Port St. Lucie, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Scottsdale. While Scottsdale has a bike-friendliness score of 56 out of 100, Port St. Lucie earned a 36. Scores are based on factors like whether a city accommodates cyclists on major roadways, how often people bike to work, and how many steep hills it has.
• The crime rate in Port St. Lucie is higher than in Scottsdale, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 35.03 in Port St. Lucie, it is 25.8 in Scottsdale. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city's crime levels.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you're getting used to your new surroundings in Port St. Lucie. With a crime index of 64.97, Port St. Lucie ranks lower in overall safety than Scottsdale, whose index is 74.2. The safety index measures how safe people in a city feel about walking alone, both during the day and at night, as well as data on muggings, theft, vandalism, and other instances of petty crime.
• The air quality in Port St. Lucie and Scottsdale is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

• Weather: Port St. Lucie summers are usually hot, with high temperatures averaging in the low 90s. Winters are usually mild to warm, with average high temperatures in the 70s. Port St. Lucie is also vulnerable to hurricanes.
• HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you'll want to check on how to reserve it for move day.
• Truck parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles and moving trucks. Find out if you need any parking permits ahead of time.
• State licensing: Individuals and companies engaging in for-profit local and intrastate moving within the Sunshine State must register each year with the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services – Division of Consumer Services. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Florida moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: Florida does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state. We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move.
• Change of address: You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Port St. Lucie. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Released Value Protection stands out as a cost-effective choice, provided by movers at no extra expense, although it comes with limited coverage. In this option, the mover's liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. To ensure comprehensive coverage matching the full value of your items, consult with your chosen moving company about alternative options or explore third-party insurance providers. Secure the best protection for your belongings during the move with these tailored coverage choices.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you\'ve got everything covered.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Downtown
• Sandpiper Bay
• Torino
• Southbend
• River Park

Best neighborhoods for families

• Tradition
• St. Lucie West
• Becker Ridge
• Gatlin Pines
• Magnolia Lakes

Things to do in Port St. Lucie

Once you're settled into your new home in Florida, it's time to get out and discover what Port St. Lucie has to offer. No matter your interests, there's something for everyone here:

• Arts and culture: Port St. Lucie features a variety of museums and cultural arts centers, including the Treasure Coast Model Railroad Club and PGA Historical Center.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Veterans Park at Rivergate, Oak Hammock Park, and River Park Marina — among other spots — perfect for hiking, biking, or simply soaking up the outdoors.
• Sports: Grab a seat and root for the home team during an St. Lucie Mets (Low-A) game.