Top Richmond, VA to Greenville, SC Movers

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1. Mr. Moving, LLC: 4.76 out of 5 stars
2. On The Fly Moving Guys: 4.58 out of 5 stars
3. All My Sons Moving & Storage: 4.62 out of 5 stars
4. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.58 out of 5 stars
5. D1 Moving & Storage: 4.52 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Virginia to South Carolina

Hiring movers for a studio apartment or one-bedroom home from Virginia to South Carolina will cost between $1,219 and $3,420. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home from VA to SC will range from $2,083 to $5,598, and a large move from Virginia to South Carolina will cost from $3,438 to $8,390.

Cost of moving containers from Virginia to South Carolina

Moving from Virginia to South Carolina? For a small load, you'll likely pay between $783 and $1,855. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, costs usually range from $1,459 to $2,791. Got a big family or a four-plus bedroom house? Expect prices ranging anywhere from $1,990 up to $3,595. For detailed pricing info, take a look at our complete PODS cost guide.

Check out the most affordable moving container companies to help with your move from Virginia.

Cost of moving truck rentals from Virginia 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 $440 to $783. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $483 to $948, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms or from Virginia to South Carolina costs around $601 to $1,136.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• Rent prices in Greenville are 3% lower than in Richmond, 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 Greenville.
  Home prices in Greenville are 9.6% lower than in Richmond.
• You're likely to make a higher income living in Greenville, where incomes are, on average, 20.8% higher than in Richmond. Major employers in Greenville include Michelin, Perrigo, and Greenville Health & Rehab.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Greenville, since the cost of living for a single person in Greenville is 36.1% higher than in Richmond. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you're moving your family to Greenville, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Greenville is 37.8% higher than in Richmond.
• The unemployment rate in Greenville is 61.97% lower than in Richmond.
• Sales taxes are the same in Greenville and Richmond.
• State income taxes in Greenville are 21.74% higher than in Richmond.

• Greenville might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 69% less than Richmond.
• Getting around Greenville without a car might be more difficult than in Richmond. Greenville has a public transportation score of 3 out of 10, whereas Richmond is ranked 7. Ratings are based on a city's transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Greenville neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Richmond. Based on its score of 43 out of 100, Greenville isn't as walkable as Richmond, which has a score of 51 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.
• Greenville and Richmond are similarly bike-friendly based on their comparable ratings of 49 and 51 respectively. Bike-friendliness scores between 50 and 100 indicate varying levels of infrastructure to support cyclists, including bike lanes and roadway connectivity. Cities with scores under 50 are considered more car-dependent.
• Greenville has a lower crime rate than Richmond based on scores of 38.56 and Richmond's 48.45, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Greenville than in Richmond, based on Greenville's safety index of 61.44 versus 51.55 for Richmond. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Greenville and Richmond 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: If you're moving to Greenville, SC, May, September and October are the best months to move to the city. Heat are tolerable and even desirable on some months. Winters are short and generally cool.
• 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 Greenville. 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

• West Greenville
• The West End
• Downtown Greenville
• North Main
• Overbrook

Best neighborhoods for families

• Augusta Road
• River Walk
• Orchard Farms
• Silverleaf
• Neely Farm

Things to do in Greenville

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

• Arts and culture: Cultural attractions in Greenville include museums and art centers like the Upcountry History Museum, Greenville County Museum of Art, Museum and Library of Confederate History, Bob Jones University Museum & Gallery, and Shoeless Joe Jackson Museum and Baseball Library.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Paris Mountain State Park, Runway Park at GMU, Cleveland Park, and McPherson Park — and more, offering great opportunities to hike, bike, or relax in nature.
• Sports: Nothing beats the thrill of cheering on the home team at an Greenville Drive (Baseball-South Atlantic League), Greenville Swamp Rabbits (Hockey-ECHL), Greenville Triumph SC (Soccer-USL League One), or Furman Paladins (Southern) game.