Boston's Most Reviewed Moving Company

At Boston Best Rate Movers, local moving rates start at $149/hour for two professional movers and a truck. A three-mover crew runs approximately $189–$199/hour. Most studio and one-bedroom apartment moves take 3–5 hours; two- to three-bedroom homes typically require 5–8 hours. Your final cost depends on the volume of items, number of stairs, distance between locations, and any packing services. We provide a detailed estimate before your move with no hidden charges on moving day. For a full breakdown, visit our hourly rates page or read our blog: How Much Does It Cost to Move Locally in Boston?

Start with licensing. Any legitimate Massachusetts mover must hold an MDPU license (ours is #31391) and be registered with the FMCSA (DOT #1718049). Beyond credentials, look at review volume and consistency — a handful of five-star reviews are easy to generate, but 797 reviews with a 96% positive rate over 24 years isn't something you can fake. Ask whether the company uses full-time employees or temp labor, whether they carry workers' compensation, and whether they provide a written estimate. We check every one of those boxes.

Yes. The City of Boston requires a temporary parking permit for any moving truck using a public street. Apply through the Boston Transportation Department at least 2–3 days in advance (we recommend a full week). Permits cost roughly $60–$80 and reserve a designated space outside your building. Without one, you risk fines up to $100 or towing — which can delay your entire move by hours. Our team helps customers navigate the permit process. Read our full parking permit guide.

In Massachusetts, a local move stays within the state and is billed hourly — typically $149–$199/hour depending on crew size. A long-distance (interstate) move crosses state lines and is priced by weight, distance, and services with a binding estimate provided in advance. At Boston Best Rate, local moves start at $149/hour. Our long-distance moves run on dedicated trucks along the East Coast — Boston to New York, DC, New Jersey, and beyond — with clear pricing and no broker middlemen.

Yes. We have dedicated specialty crews trained for pianos (upright and grand, up to 1,200 lbs), gun safes, pool tables, and gym equipment. These items require specific equipment — piano boards, heavy-duty dollies, stair-climbing rigs, and extra padding — that standard movers don't carry. We've moved thousands of specialty items across Boston, including grand pianos out of third-floor Beacon Hill walkups. Learn more about our specialty moving services.

Absolutely. Our storage facility handles overnight holds, short-term storage (days to weeks), and long-term storage (months). Our crew loads your items onto our truck, transports them to our secure facility, and delivers them back when you're ready. One crew, one truck, one point of contact — no coordinating with a separate storage company. Explore our storage options.

That's what our packing crews are for. We offer full-home packing (we pack everything) and partial packing (we handle the fragile and complicated items, you handle the rest). Packing is billed at the same hourly rate as your move, plus the cost of materials. We also sell packing supply kits by apartment size — from studio ($99) to large house ($410). Most customers who choose full packing tell us it's the single best decision they made during their move. Learn more about our packing services.

Yes. We handle office relocations from small startups to multi-floor commercial spaces. Our commercial team creates a move plan around your business hours to minimize downtime — including evenings and weekends. We move desks, conference tables, IT equipment, file cabinets, and inventory with proper labeling systems so your team can get back to work quickly. Learn more about commercial moving.