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The Best Moving Companies in Santa Clarita
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All data current as of publish date.
*Prices averaged for 5 home sizes across 6 distances over 100 miles. Mileage included in long-distance quotes.
**Prices averaged for 5 home sizes (when different trucks were available) for a distance under 100 miles. Prices do not include mileage rates.
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What to know about moving in Santa Clarita
When estimating the total cost of moving in Santa Clarita, it’s important to take into account the time of year, the amount of stuff you’re moving, how far you’re going, and other factors. The cost of your move can vary greatly depending on the services you choose. According to national averages, a moving van rental costs about $1,000, storage containers cost roughly $4,000, and full-service moves cost about $9,000.1
Santa Clarita’s cost of living is among the highest in the nation, with monthly costs for one person averaging $1,875 for rent and utilities, $554 for food, and $113 for transportation.2 Livingcost.org ranks Santa Clarita as the 70th most expensive city in the US.
The average cost of a self-storage unit in Santa Clarita is $140.53 per month.3 Keep in mind that these prices vary depending on the time of year and size of the unit. Prices are typically the highest in January and the lowest in August.
The median selling price for Santa Clarita homes is $720,000, which is a 1.4% decline in comparison to 2021.4 Homes in the area spent an average of 38 days on the market, which is up for 22 days in 2021. All in all, Santa Clarita’s housing market is fairly competitive—and more expensive than the national average.
Best Movers in Santa Clarita
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Sources
- Colin Holmes, Move.org, “How Much Does It Cost to Move?” Published June 6, 2022. Accessed October 10, 2022.
- org, “Cost of Living in Santa Clarita, CA.” Accessed October 10, 2022.
- com, “Cheap Storage Units in Santa Clarita, CA.” Accessed October 10, 2022.
- com, “Santa Clarita Housing Market.” Accessed October 10, 2022.