Sanford is one of Central Florida's most interesting places to live. It is the county seat of Seminole County, it sits on the south shore of Lake Monroe along the St. Johns River, and its historic downtown has brick streets, restored buildings and a food and brewery scene that keeps growing.
We are based right next door in Lake Mary, so we move families in and out of Sanford all the time. Here is what we have learned.
What people love about Sanford
- Historic downtown: brick streets, local restaurants, breweries and shops, plus regular street festivals and events.
- The Riverwalk: a long waterfront path along Lake Monroe for walking, running and biking, with sunset views over the water.
- Getting around: a SunRail station for trips toward Orlando, plus Orlando Sanford International Airport right in town.
- Family outings: the Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens and plenty of parks and boat ramps.
- A range of homes: from historic houses near downtown to newer neighborhoods and apartment communities west of town.
Moving into a historic Sanford home
Many homes near downtown were built long ago, and they were not designed with modern sectionals and king-size beds in mind. Expect some of these:
- Narrow doors and tight staircases. Measure your largest pieces and the doorways before moving day.
- Original wood floors. Worth protecting; floor and doorway protection is included in our hourly rate.
- Street parking. Many older homes have no driveway, so plan where the truck will park.
- Porches and steps. A few extra steps at the front door add up over a full day of trips.
Measure the tricky pieces
Measure the height, width and depth of your sofa, fridge and bed, then the narrowest door and stair turn in the new home. If something is close, tell us ahead of time so we bring the right tools and plan the route.
Moving into newer neighborhoods and apartments
Newer communities around Sanford are easier for trucks, but they have their own rules. HOAs often limit moving hours and where a truck can park, and apartment communities may require you to reserve a loading area or elevator. Call the office a week ahead and ask what they need from you and your mover, so there is no delay on moving day.
Your Sanford moving checklist
Before moving day
- Measure big furniture and the new doorways
- Plan truck parking, especially downtown
- Check HOA or apartment moving rules
- Avoid downtown festival and event days
- Set up power, water and internet in advance
- Pack, tape and label every box by room
For events, road closures and city services, check the City of Sanford website.
Local movers close to Sanford
Because we are based in nearby Lake Mary, getting to Sanford is quick, and there is no travel fee: the clock starts when we arrive. We handle local moves of every size, plus apartment moves with stairs and elevators. See our Sanford movers page for more.
Moving to or within Sanford?
Our 2-mover crew is $129/hr with no travel fee, and we speak English and Spanish. Request a free quote or call or text us your date.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sanford, FL a good place to live?
Many people love it for its historic downtown, the Riverwalk on Lake Monroe, SunRail access and a range of home styles and prices. The best way to decide is to spend a weekend exploring downtown and a few neighborhoods.
What should I know about moving into an older Sanford home?
Measure doorways, stairs and large furniture first, plan where the truck will park since many older homes have no driveway, and make sure your mover protects the floors.
Do you charge a travel fee to Sanford?
No. We are based in nearby Lake Mary and we never charge a travel fee. Billing starts when the crew arrives.