Top Cape Coral, FL to Charleston, SC Movers

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1. Modern Movers, Inc.: 4.62 out of 5 stars
2. Frank & Sons Moving & Storage, Inc: 4.48 out of 5 stars
3. Curry Moving & Storage: 4.8 out of 5 stars
4. Trend Moving & Storage: 4.52 out of 5 stars
5. Price Moving, LLC: 4.52 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Florida to South Carolina

Hiring movers for a studio apartment or one-bedroom home from Florida to South Carolina will cost between $1,301 and $3,522. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home from FL to SC will range from $2,379 to $5,853, and a large move from Florida to South Carolina will cost from $4,027 to $9,048.

Cost of moving containers from Florida to South Carolina

If you're moving from Florida to South Carolina, expect to pay between $870 and $2,116 for a small load. For a home with two or three bedrooms, prices typically range from $1,538 up to $3,074. Larger moves of four bedrooms or more can run between $2,051 and $3,807. Check out our guide on PODS cost for more details.

Check out the most affordable moving container companies for your move from Florida.

Cost of moving truck rentals from Florida to South Carolina

A moving rental truck is generally the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor.

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $522 to $990. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $622 to $1,187, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms or from Florida to South Carolina costs around $716 to $1,520.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• You may want to budget more for rent in Charleston, since prices are typically 18% higher than in Cape Coral.
• The home prices in Charleston are 53.7% higher than in Cape Coral, which could mean saving up before buying a home, taking on a bigger mortgage, or downsizing.
• Income in Charleston is 4.6% lower than in Cape Coral, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Charleston — including Joint Base Charleston, Medical University of South Carolina, and The Boeing Company — may pay more.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Charleston, since the cost of living for a single person in Charleston is 25.2% higher than in Cape Coral. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you're moving your family to Charleston, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Charleston is 30.8% higher than in Cape Coral.
• The unemployment rate in Charleston is 13.04% lower than in Cape Coral.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in Charleston, since its sales taxes are 38.46% higher than what you are paying in Cape Coral.
• State income taxes in Charleston are 7.00% higher than in Cape Coral.

• Charleston might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 31% less than Cape Coral.
• Charleston offers better access to buses and trains than Cape Coral, based on public transportation ratings. Charleston has a transit score of 3 out of 10 compared to 2 in Cape Coral. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Charleston means you'll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Cape Coral. Charleston is considered more walkable than Cape Coral, with a score of 40 out of 100 versus 17 out of 100 in Cape Coral. A city's walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Charleston is considered more bike-friendly than Cape Coral in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Charleston has a bike-friendliness score of 50 out of 100, while Cape Coral is rated as 37 out of 100.
• The crime rate in Charleston is higher than in Cape Coral, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 44.97 in Charleston, it is 19.41 in Cape Coral. 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 Charleston. With a crime index of 55.03, Charleston ranks lower in overall safety than Cape Coral, whose index is 80.59. 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 Charleston and Cape Coral 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: Consider moving to Charleston around October, April and May as these are the most pleasant months, while July and August are the least comfortable ones due to thunderstorms which can cause delays in your moving plans.
• 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: To promote safety, economic development, and ethical business practices, the South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff (ORS) oversees movers in the state. They are responsible for inspecting, examining, and auditing public utility providers like movers. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a South Carolina moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: South Carolina 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 Charleston. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. When moving in South Carolina, explore movers' insurance options. Many offer Released Value Protection at no extra cost, covering items at 60 cents per pound. For enhanced protection, discuss Full Value Protection with the moving company or consider third-party insurance providers. Prioritize understanding coverage limits and potential extra costs. Read reviews to make an informed decision on the best insurance for your South Carolina move.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you\'ve got everything covered.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Harleston Village
• James Island
• North Charleston
• South of Broad West Ashley

Best neighborhoods for families

• Mount Pleasant
• Park Circle
• Stiles Point
• Summerville
• Wagener Terrace

Things to do in Charleston

After settling into your new South Carolina home, you'll want to branch out and explore your new city. Luckily, Charleston has lots to offer, no matter what you're interested in:

• Arts and culture: Charleston is home to museums and cultural arts centers like the Fort Sumter National Monument, Nathaniel Russell House, Old Slave Mart Museum, The Charleston Museum, and Gibbes Museum of Art.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Middleton Place, Battery & White Point Gardens, Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, and Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park — among other sites — are great places to hike, ride bikes, or just enjoy nature.'
• Sports: Catch a live game and cheer on the home team at an Charleston RiverDogs (Carolina League) game.