Looking for movers in Santa Monica? Whether you're leaving a beach-close apartment, moving into a condo near Wilshire, or heading inland to another Westside neighborhood, a little planning makes a Santa Monica move far less stressful. ABC Movers sends Los Angeles crews to Santa Monica and the communities around it, and this guide covers what to sort out before the truck arrives.
Build a complete inventory first
Your quote is only as accurate as the list behind it. Walk through every room, closet, patio, and parking-garage storage cage, and note large furniture, appliances, and anything fragile or heavy. Tell us about stairs, elevators, long walks from the curb to your door, and tight hallways. Those details decide how many movers and how much time a Santa Monica move needs.
Sort out building rules and parking early
Many Santa Monica homes are in multi-unit buildings, and buildings often have their own move-in and move-out rules, such as reserved elevator times, set moving hours, or a certificate of insurance from the moving company. Ask your property manager or HOA what they require well before move day. Street parking near the coast can be tight, so plan where a moving truck can stop safely and legally, and check with the city about any permit your street may need. Our guide to parking permits for movers in Los Angeles lists the questions to ask.
Protect your things from sand, sun, and salt air
Coastal homes can be a little harder on furniture in transit. Our crews wrap furniture in moving pads and stretch wrap, protect floors and door frames, and keep electronics and artwork boxed until they're inside. If you're packing yourself, use sturdy boxes, label every one by room, and keep a separate bag with chargers, documents, and medications.
Pick a smart moving day
Weekends and the last few days of the month book up first across Los Angeles. If your lease allows it, a mid-week, mid-month date usually gives you more start-time options. An early start also helps you finish before afternoon traffic builds on the 10 and the 405.
Moving around the Westside? We cover nearby areas too
Santa Monica moves often start or end in a neighboring community. ABC Movers has local pages for:
- Santa Monica movers
- Venice movers
- Marina del Rey movers
- Brentwood movers
- Westwood movers
- Culver City movers
For moves within the area, see our local moving services. Leaving Southern California? Our long-distance movers can help. Need time between move-out and move-in? Ask about moving and storage. Moving a piano or another oversized piece? Read our specialty movers guide.
Santa Monica moving FAQ
Do ABC Movers crews serve Santa Monica?
Yes. Santa Monica is served by the ABC Movers Los Angeles branch, which also covers nearby Westside communities like Venice, Marina del Rey, Brentwood, Westwood, and Culver City.
How do I get an accurate quote for a Santa Monica move?
Share a full inventory plus details about stairs, elevators, parking, and the distance between homes. The more complete the list, the more accurate the quote.
Do I need a permit to park a moving truck in Santa Monica?
It depends on your street and building. Check with the City of Santa Monica and your building manager or HOA before move day so the truck has a legal, safe place to park.
My building needs a certificate of insurance. Can you provide one?
Let us know when you book and share your building's requirements, and we'll work with your property manager to get them what they need before move day.
Can you pack for me?
Yes. ABC Movers offers full or partial packing, and it can be included in the same quote as your move.
What's the best day to move in Santa Monica?
Mid-week and mid-month dates usually have the most openings, and early starts help you avoid heavier afternoon traffic.
Book your Santa Monica move
Ready to plan your move? Call ABC Movers at 800-771-0151 or request a free quote online, and a Los Angeles crew will help you settle into your new Santa Monica home on schedule.