Moving companies hate transparent pricing. They prefer hourly rates with minimums, surprise fees, and vague estimates that balloon on moving day.

We do the opposite.

Last week, Marcus moved from a 1-bedroom apartment in Renton Highlands to downtown Renton. We quoted him $220 flat rate over the phone. That’s exactly what he paid. Zero fuel surcharge. No stair fees. No “we took longer than expected” upcharge.

Here’s exactly what’s included in a Renton 1 bedroom move—and why flat pricing beats hourly every time.

What’s Actually in a 1 Bedroom Apartment?

Before we talk pricing, let’s define what we’re moving. A typical Renton 1-bedroom apartment contains:

Bedroom:

• Queen or full mattress and frame
• Dresser or chest of drawers
• Nightstand
• 8-12 boxes of clothes and personal items

Living Room:

• Couch or loveseat
• TV and TV stand
• Coffee table
• 5-8 boxes of books, décor, electronics

Kitchen:

• 3-6 boxes of dishes, cookware, small appliances
• Microwave
• Possibly small dining table with 2 chairs

Bathroom:

• 2-3 boxes of toiletries and linens

Total: Usually 20-35 boxes plus 8-12 furniture pieces.

This is standard 1-bedroom inventory in Renton. It fits in one cargo van load (sometimes requires two trips for larger furniture).

Why Flat Rate Beats Hourly for 1 Bedroom Moves

Traditional moving companies charge $120-180/hour with 4-hour minimums. Here’s why that’s expensive:

Hourly Rate Problems:

• Clock starts when they leave their warehouse (not your door)
• Traffic delays = you pay more
• Slow movers = you pay more
• Disorganization = you pay more
• 4-hour minimum means you pay for 4 hours even if done in 2

Flat Rate Benefits:

• Price quoted upfront based on inventory
• No clock watching
• We’re motivated to work efficiently
• You know total cost before we start
• Same price whether it takes 2 hours or 3.5 hours

When We Use Flat Rates vs. Hourly

We quote flat rates for:

• 1 bedroom apartments with standard inventory
• Studio moves under 15 boxes
• Marketplace pickups (1-3 items)
• Single item removals (mattress, couch, desk)

We use hourly rates for:

• 2+ bedroom homes with basements
• Unusual situations (hoarder cleanouts, storage unit consolidations)
• Moves requiring 3+ trips

For Renton 1 bedroom apartments, 95% qualify for flat rate pricing.

Breakdown: What $220 Includes

Here’s exactly what our flat rate covers for a Renton 1 bedroom move:

Labor:

• 1-2 movers (depending on furniture size)
• Loading time
• Securing items in van
• Transportation
• Unloading and placement

Equipment:

• Cargo van (12-15 foot capacity)
• Furniture blankets
• Dolly and hand truck
• Straps and tie-downs

Services:

• Same-day or next-day availability
• 2-hour arrival window
• Basic furniture protection
• Stairs included (up to 3rd floor)
• All driving and fuel

Included Areas:

• Anywhere in Renton (Highlands, Kennydale, downtown, East Renton)
• To/from nearby cities (Seattle, Bellevue, Kent, Auburn, Des Moines)
• Within 20-mile radius

What’s NOT Included (Add-On Fees)

To keep pricing honest, here’s what costs extra:

• Packing service: $50/hour if we pack your boxes
• 4+ flights of stairs: $25 per extra floor (above 3rd floor)
• Heavy specialty items: Piano, safe, treadmill (+$50-100)
• Long carry: If parking is 100+ feet from door (+$25)
• Excessive distance: Moves beyond 20 miles (quote provided)

Most Renton 1 bedroom moves have none of these. Marcus’s move was pure $220—no add-ons.

Real Renton Move: Timeline and Process

Let’s walk through Marcus’s actual move:

10:15 AM – Arrived Renton Highlands apartment (The Landing area)
10:20 AM – Quick walkthrough, confirmed inventory matched quote
10:25 AM – Started loading bedroom (mattress, dresser, boxes)
10:45 AM – Loaded living room (couch, TV stand, coffee table)
11:00 AM – Kitchen boxes and final items secured
11:15 AM – Drove to downtown Renton (6 minutes)
11:25 AM – Unloading began (2nd floor, elevator building)
12:10 PM – Last box placed, furniture positioned
12:15 PM – Walkthrough completed, paid $220

Total time: 2 hours
Total cost: $220 (exactly as quoted)

How Renton Geography Affects Pricing

Renton has unique characteristics that impact moving:

Apartment Clusters:

• The Landing (newer, elevator buildings)
• Highlands (mix of walk-ups and elevators)
• Kennydale (mostly 2-3 story complexes)
• Downtown Renton (older buildings, street parking)
• East Renton Plateau (some hilly areas)

Common Routes:

• Highlands to Downtown: 8-12 minutes
• Renton to Seattle: 25-30 minutes
• Renton to Bellevue: 15-20 minutes
• Renton to Kent: 10-15 minutes

Most intra-Renton moves qualify for our base $220 rate. Moving from Renton to Seattle or Bellevue stays within flat rate range.

Why Renton Needs Small Move Services

Renton has over 30,000 apartment units. The Landing alone houses thousands of 1-bedroom renters. Many are:

• Boeing employees relocating frequently
• Tech workers moving for job changes
• Students at Renton Technical College
• Young professionals between leases

These residents need fast, affordable moving help—not $900 corporate movers with 4-hour minimums.

Comparing Renton Moving Company Quotes

Here’s what we’ve seen competitors quote for the same Marcus move:

Two Men and a Truck (Renton):

• Rate: $169/hour
• 4-hour minimum: $676
• Fuel: $45
• Stair surcharge: $50
• Total: $771

College Hunks Hauling Junk:

• Rate: $180/hour
• 3-hour minimum: $540
• Travel fee: $65
• Total: $605

Tymli Errands:

• Flat rate: $220
• Total: $220

Same move, 1/3 the price.

How to Get a Flat Rate Quote for Your Renton Move

Getting your price takes 5 minutes:

Step 1: Text or call with:

• Current address (Renton neighborhood)
• Destination address
• Number of bedrooms
• List of large furniture (couch, mattress, dresser, etc.)
• Approximate number of boxes

Phase 2: We confirm:

• Total flat rate price
• Any potential add-ons (stairs, distance, heavy items)
• Available time slots (same-day or next-day)

Step 3: We show up:

• Within 2-hour window
• Ready to load
• Complete move in 2-3 hours average

Payment after completion—card, cash, or Venmo.

Service Areas Beyond Renton

While we specialize in Renton 1 bedroom moves, we also serve:

King County:

• Seattle (all neighborhoods)
• Bellevue and Kirkland
• Kent and Auburn
• Des Moines and Federal Way
• Tukwila and Burien

South King County Focus:

• Renton Highlands
• Renton downtown
• Kennydale
• East Renton Plateau
• Fairwood

Most Renton-area moves are flat rate. Longer distances (Renton to Tacoma, Renton to Everett) quoted individually.

Why We Focus on 1 Bedroom Moves

The moving industry ignores 1-bedroom apartments because:

• Not enough profit on hourly rates
• Too small for 3-man crews
• Don’t need 26-foot trucks
• Can’t justify 4-hour minimums

But Renton alone has 15,000+ 1-bedroom apartments. Every month, hundreds of residents need moving help. They deserve professional service at fair prices.

That’s why we built our entire business around small moves: the jobs big companies won’t take.

Same-Day Moves in Renton

About 40% of our Renton calls are same-day requests:

• Lease ends today, new place ready now
• Sold furniture on Marketplace, buyer needs delivery today
• Emergency relocation for work
• Eviction or sudden housing change

We handle same-day moves 6 days/week. Call before noon, usually moved by evening.

What Renton Customers Say

“Called at 9 AM, they arrived at 11:30 AM, done by 2 PM. $220 exactly like they said. Big companies wanted $700+ and couldn’t come for a week.” – Marcus T., Highlands to Downtown Renton

“I bought a couch on Facebook Marketplace in Bellevue. They picked it up and brought it to my Renton apartment same day for $80. Other companies wouldn’t even respond.” – Jen L., Renton Landing

“Moved my 1-bedroom twice in six months. Same flat rate both times, both under 3 hours. Wish I’d known about them years ago.” – David K., Kennydale

Ready to Book Your Renton 1 Bedroom Move?

If you’re moving a 1-bedroom apartment in Renton, we’ll quote you a flat rate in 5 minutes. Most moves completed same-day or next-day. No minimums, no surprises, no inflated hourly rates.

Call to Action:
Text us your Renton addresses and furniture list—get your flat rate quote in 5 minutes. Average 1 bedroom move: $220. Average time: 2-3 hours. No hidden fees.