Moving from Venice to Santa Monica

Moving from Venice to Santa Monica is a local move — typically 3–6 hours depending on home size and parking. Best Movers LA runs this route regularly and knows what to plan for on both ends.

What to Know About This Move

At Venice

Venice canal bungalows, abbot kinney lofts and oakwood apartments. Canal homes have no street-side truck access — alley staging planned in advance.

At Santa Monica

Beachfront apartments, ocean ave high-rises and ocean park walk-ups. Permit parking west of Lincoln requires City of Santa Monica temporary no-park permits.

Pricing for This Route

Home Size	Est. Hours	Est. Total
Studio	2.5–3.5 hrs	$248–$347
1-Bedroom	3–5 hrs	$297–$495
2-Bedroom	5–7 hrs	$495–$693
3-Bedroom	7–9 hrs	$693–$891

Rate: $99/hr · 2 movers + truck · 2-hour minimum. Drive time between Venice and Santa Monica (best accessed via Lincoln Blvd or Venice Blvd; avoid Abbot Kinney on weekends) is included in the clock.

What's Always Included

✓2 professional W-2 movers + full-size truck
✓Moving blankets, shrink wrap, furniture pads
✓Furniture disassembly and reassembly
✓Stair and elevator handling — no surcharges
✓COI issued within 24h for buildings that require it
✓Parking coordination at both ends

Venice to Santa Monica — FAQ

How much does it cost to move from Venice to Santa Monica?

Most Venice to Santa Monica moves cost $300–$650 total (3–6 hours at $99/hr for 2 movers + truck). The exact time depends on home size, stairs, and parking at both ends.

How long does a move from Venice to Santa Monica take?

Typically 3–5 hours for a 1-bedroom, 5–7 hours for a 2-bedroom. Canal homes have no street-side truck access — alley staging planned in advance.

Do you handle parking for the Venice to Santa Monica move?

Yes — we plan parking at both ends before move day. Permit parking west of Lincoln requires City of Santa Monica temporary no-park permits. We pull temporary no-parking permits when needed.