Best Nashville to Lakewood Movers

How Much Do Nashville to Lakewood Movers Cost?

Moving 1,233 miles from Nashville, TN to Lakewood, CO will typically cost between $3,000 and $7,000 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.

Pro tip for the cheapest long distance move

Find long distance movers in Lakewood that already have a booked job heading from Lakewood to Nashville. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Lakewood from Nashville entirely empty. If you can find a Lakewood moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Nashville to Lakewood moving option

Hire local Nashville movers for the pickup location at an hourly rate. They can quickly load your moving container. When your container is dropped off at your new home, hire Lakewood movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Nashville to Lakewood move together yourself with at least 3 different companies. Taking on this scheduling responsibility will save you a little money by moving with this strategy.

How we ranked the top Nashville to Lakewood movers

Why you should trust us

We take reviews seriously to protect people just like you! Our team has been crunching data on moving companies since 2010. Our math-based ranking system uses data, manual review, and statistical analysis to help you hire the best Nashville, TN to Lakewood, CO long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the Nashville to Lakewood moving route:

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 29 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Nashville and Lakewood areas.

From these 29 companies, we analyzed a total of 13,029 reviews dating all the way back to July 2006.

We also reviewed a total of 15 state and federal moving licenses from these 29 companies and 150 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~13,000 reviews was scored according to our detailed 11-point rating criteria

Reviews are time-weighted so that more recent reviews carry more weight. This helps you understand how a mover is doing today... not 5 years ago. We have 2,892 Nashville to Lakewood moving company data points from the past 2 years that carry more weight.

Bayesian averages calculated to fairly account for the differences between companies that are newer(like Denver Door to Door Movers LLC) vs older more established companies (like Movemasters, Inc.).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Nashville to Lakewood moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.37/10 avg (Nashville & Lakewood combined) from 7,515 reviews

Punctuality

Did the crew show up on-time with the required equipment?

8.06/10 avg (Nashville & Lakewood combined) from 2,702 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.27/10 avg (Nashville & Lakewood combined) from 1,435 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.49/10 avg (Nashville & Lakewood combined) from 2,688 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

5.99/10 avg (Nashville & Lakewood combined) from 1,036 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.46/10 avg (Nashville & Lakewood combined) from 3,356 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

8.94/10 avg (Nashville & Lakewood combined) from 4,250 reviews

Will Hire Again

How likely a customer is to hire the same movers again.

8.12/10 avg (Nashville & Lakewood combined) from 7,565 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.23/10 avg (Nashville & Lakewood combined) from 4,224 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.04/10 avg (Nashville & Lakewood combined) from 896 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.08/10 avg (Nashville & Lakewood combined) from 3,748 reviews

From Nashville to Lakewood: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• The Gulch in Nashville & Belmar in Lakewood are both known for their urban mixed-use district with dining & nightlife
• Nashville's 12 South neighborhood & Lakewood's Belmar both share walkable shops & restaurants in a suburban setting
• If you're moving from East Nashville, check out West Colfax in the Lakewood area for the eclectic neighborhood with breweries & vintage homes
• Do you enjoy Sylvan Park's family-friendly area with parks, trails & water access? You're sure to love Kendrick Lakes
• Move from Green Hills to South Wadsworth and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities suburban retail & dining hub near residential areas
• Germantown & O'Kane are both known for their historic district with renovated homes & local breweries
• Nashville's Lockeland Springs neighborhood & Lakewood's Applewood neighborhood both have tree-lined streets & bungalow-style homes

Pros and Cons of Moving from Nashville to Lakewood

ConsNashville, TN

• Higher humidity
• Less snowfall
• Lesser mountain activities
• Smaller job market in tech

ProsLakewood, CO

• Dryer climate
• More snowy days
• Greater outdoor recreation
• Expanding tech industry

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Lakewood, CO

• Less music variety
• Higher living expenses
• Colder climate
• Different social vibe

Nashville, TN

• Vibrant music scene
• Lower cost of living
• Warmer winters
• Southern hospitality

Pros of moving from Nashville to Lakewood

• Say goodbye to higher humidity and hello to a drier climate
• Look forward to moving away from less snowfall and moving to Lakewood with more snowy days
• Swap the lesser mountain activities of Nashville for greater outdoor recreation in Lakewood
• Get ready for an expanding tech industry in Lakewood

Cons of moving from Nashville to Lakewood

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the vibrant music scene in Nashville to live with less music variety in Lakewood
• You'll lose out on the pro of a lower cost of living and have to settle for the con of higher living expenses
• Time to bid farewell to warmer winters and get used to a colder climate in Lakewood
• Swap southern hospitality for a different social vibe

Nashville vs. Lakewood: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Nashville to Lakewood, you will be trading the iconic Hot Chicken of Nashville for the equally delicious Green Chili of Lakewood. And while the locals in Nashville rave about their flavorful BBQ Ribs and sumptuous Biscuits and Gravy, Lakewood residents know they have tasty Elk Steak and Breakfast Burritos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the BBQ Jackfruit they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Quinoa Salad of Lakewood. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Nashville eateries like Prince's Hot Chicken, Arnold's Country Kitchen, and Hattie B's. After the boxes are unpacked in Lakewood, don't wait too long before making your way to Lakewood's acclaimed eateries like Dandelion Cafe, Blue Pan Pizza, and Tocabe.

When comparing lifestyles, Lakewood shows a greater emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Nashville. Food truck fans will discover a greater selection in Lakewood compared to what you are used to in Nashville. Also, the overall foodie scene is similarly bustling in Lakewood.

Discover Lakewood Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Lakewood is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Nashville favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Husk, Prince's Hot Chicken Shack, and The Catbird Seat in Nashville, we're sure you'll love The Fort, Golden Flame Hot Wings, and 240 Union in Lakewood. See our Lakewood restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Nashville hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Loveless Café, head to Country Road Café on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Nashville and Lakewood

• The Modern and Traditional architecture that Nashville is known for will be replaced with the Mid-Century Modern architecture typical of Lakewood.
• Compared to Nashville's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious layouts and large yards, Lakewood real estate listings often highlight features like views and sustainability.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Lakewood is more walkable than Nashville.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Lakewood is more bike-friendly than Nashville.
• Lakewood has more of an urban feel than Nashville.
• Lakewood housing costs are 34% more expensive than they are in Nashville, with a median home price of $588,601 compared to Nashville’s $439,470.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Lakewood have increased by 40% compared to a 51% increase in Nashville.
• Rent in Lakewood is 1.70% more expensive than in Nashville.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Lakewood, CO

1. Green Mountain : You’ll love the abundance of parks and trails perfect for walking your dog and enjoying the outdoors.
2. Belmar : This neighborhood offers pet-friendly cafés and stores, ensuring both you and your furry friend can enjoy your time out.
3. White Fence Farm : With large open spaces and a welcoming community, it's an ideal spot for pets that need room to run and play.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Nashville and Lakewood

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Nashville to Lakewood. Lakewood gets 18% more sunshine days than Nashville.
• Lakewood has lower humidity and a similar average UV index compared to Nashville.
• Say goodbye to the possible tornadoes and floods in Nashville, but be on the lookout for potential snowstorms and wildfires in Lakewood.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Lakewood is 4 degrees colder than Nashville.
• The average winter lows are 12 degrees colder than they are in Nashville.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Lakewood. Lakewood receives 30 fewer inches of rain compared to Nashville.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Nashville and Lakewood

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Lakewood tend to earn about 19% more than in Nashville
• The COLI in Lakewood will be 11% higher than what you are used to living in Nashville
• Bummer... By moving from TN to CO, you'll now have a state income tax of 4.63%
• The affluence in Lakewood is high compared to moderate affluence in Nashville
• The poverty level is lower in Lakewood compared to noticeable poverty in Nashville
• In terms of homelessness, it is concerning in Nashville and moderate in Lakewood

Political and Religious Climate in Nashville vs. Lakewood

• Nashville tends to lean Liberal in its political climate
• Lakewood, on the other hand, is often described as lean Liberal
• Lakewood's religious environment can be described as less religiously diverse with Christianity still prevalent
• Nashville's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as predominantly Christianity with a range of other faiths

Nashville vs. Lakewood Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 4% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Lakewood compared to your Nashville commute. That's 520 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Lakewood to be better than it is in Nashville.
• Public transit is more readily available in Lakewood.