Professional movers load your stuff, ship it to your new home, and unload it all for you. It’s the easiest—but most expensive—option. Learn more.
The Best Moving Companies in Columbus
What type of moving company is right for you?
You load up all your belongings, but the movers transport your container to your new home. It’s the middle road for effort and cost. Learn more.
Worried about costs? Rent a truck, load it yourself, drive it to your new home, and unload all your things. You do it all—and save a lot. Learn more.
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 Columbus
The cost of your move in Columbus could be a couple hundred or several thousand dollars. Ultimately, it depends on the type of move you’re making. Do you want to do it all yourself? Or, perhaps you’d rather hire everything out? Are you moving across the country or down the street? What time of year is it?
Once you’ve narrowed down the time, distance, amount of stuff you have, and moving services required, you can get a better idea of your total moving expenses. Based on national moving cost averages, a full-service move is about $9,000, moving containers cost $3,800, and moving van rentals are just over $1,000.1
Columbus could be a great place to settle down, depending on your situation. The city made our list of The Top 10 Cities for Empty Nesters, thanks to its moderate climate, close proximity to an airport, and relatively low cost of living.
The median selling price for a home in Columbus, Georgia, is $165,000.2 Prices are trending upward at a rate of 1.2% each year, and the median price per square foot is $114. The Columbus housing market is considered a buyer’s market, as of October 2022.
Columbus, Georgia is full of desirable neighborhoods with great schools, parks, and shopping. The downtown area is known for its artistic community, local music, and great food scene, while the suburbs offer room to spread out and quick access to the outdoors. Some of the best neighborhoods and suburbs of Columbus include East Columbus, Bibb City, Fort Benning, and Midland.3
Best local movers in Columbus
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Sources
- Colin Holmes, Move.org, “How Much Does It Cost to Move?” Published June 6, 2022. Accessed November 10, 2022.
- Realtor.com, “Home values in Columbus, GA” Accessed November 10, 2022.
- Preston Guyton, EZhomesearch.com, “Best Places to Live in Columbus Georgia,” Published June 24, 2022. Accessed November 10, 2022.