St. James, NC Movers
Family-owned since 2019 • Licensed & insured • Local & long-distance moves, packing, and storage
Best St. James, NC Moving Company
St. James is a gated, planned community just outside Southport, about 38 miles from our Calabash base. With multiple golf courses, a marina, beach club access, and miles of walking trails, it is one of the most popular retirement and second-home destinations in Brunswick County.
Moving into St. James is different from moving almost anywhere else. Every mover has to be cleared at the gate, and the property owners association has rules about truck size, parking, work hours, and protecting common areas. We handle gate passes with you ahead of time and follow every rule, so there are no surprises on moving day. Many homes are large, with high ceilings, oversized furniture, and fine pieces that call for careful wrapping.
We also do a lot of downsizing moves here, helping residents move from a large home into a smaller villa or patio home inside the community.
Residents love the golf, the marina, the dining at the clubhouses, and quick trips into Southport for the waterfront. It is a close-knit community, and many new owners hear about us from neighbors we have already moved. We work hard to keep it that way.
Because so many St. James buyers are relocating from out of state, we often coordinate the whole move by phone and text before the owners arrive. We can receive your furniture, place it room by room, and set up beds so your home is ready to live in the day you get there.
From St. James we also serve Southport, Oak Island, and Boiling Spring Lakes. Family-owned since 2019, A & M Friendly Movers follows the rules and protects your home. Our mission is simple: quality, professional service at a fair price. Home is where the heart is, and moving is where it starts. Call 910-758-0081 for a free quote.
See What Our Customers Are Saying
★★★★★
“These guys were terrific. They were on time, they never stopped, super nice guys. Not one piece of furniture scratched, nothing broke. I highly recommend them.”
Mary Bane
★★★★★
“Extremely responsive, professional, and most of all they move furniture well. Fast but very cautious too. You can tell they know what they are doing.”
Andrew V
★★★★★
“Matt and his team moved us across 8 states with care, concern, and pride. The very, very best. Can’t say enough good things.”
Harvey Polansky
St. James, NC Moving Services
Local Moving
Moves across St. James and all of Brunswick County.
Long-Distance Moving
Upfront pricing for moves out of state.
Packing & Unpacking
Full or partial packing with quality materials.
Storage
Short- and long-term storage between homes.
Commercial Moving
Offices, retail, and restaurant moves done right.
Junk Removal
Clear out what you do not want to move.
Military Moves
Careful moves on tight PCS timelines.
Piano & Safe Moving
Heavy and specialty items handled safely.
St. James, NC Weather
Plan your moving day around the forecast. We watch the weather for every move, especially during hurricane season.
St. James at a Glance
7,072
Population
68.0 years
Median Age
$636,800
Median Home Value
$116,383
Median Household Income
50.3 min
Average Commute
96.4% Own
Own vs. Rent
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 5-year estimates for St. James town, NC, via Census Reporter.
Schools Near St. James, NC
St. James is served by Brunswick County Schools. Moving with kids? We can time your move around the school calendar.
Virginia Williamson Elementary School
Grades PK-5
South Brunswick Middle School
Grades 6-8
South Brunswick High School
Grades 9-12
Brunswick County Early College High School
Grades 9-12
Always confirm your school zone with Brunswick County Schools.
Places to Eat in St. James
Once the truck is unloaded, you have earned a good meal. Here are local favorites.
Oliver's on the Cape Fear
American, Seafood • View on Yelp
Fishy Fishy Cafe
American, Seafood • View on Yelp
The Provision Company
American, Seafood • View on Yelp
Frying Pan
American, Seafood • View on Yelp
Joseph's Italian Bistro
Italian, Steakhouse • View on Yelp
Mr. P's Bistro
American, Seafood • View on Yelp
Things to Do in St. James
Woodlands Park
Community park in St. James with an amphitheater that hosts outdoor concerts. • Map
Waterway Park
Waterfront park on the Intracoastal Waterway with a kayak launch and oyster reef. • Map
Oak Island Lighthouse
Tall 1958 lighthouse on the east end of Oak Island, a few miles from St. James. • Map
Southport Riverwalk
Waterfront walk along the Cape Fear River in historic Southport next door. • Map
North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport
Small museum on the Lower Cape Fear's maritime and piracy history. • Map
Green Swamp Preserve
Nature Conservancy preserve with longleaf pine savannas and carnivorous plants like Venus flytraps. • Map
Moving to or from St. James? Get your free, no-pressure quote today.
What Shapes Your St. James Move Cost
No surprises. Here is exactly what goes into your quote, so you can plan with confidence.
Home Size
How many rooms and how much furniture. A condo and a four-bedroom house are very different jobs.
Distance
Across town, across Brunswick County, or out of state. Local moves are hourly; long-distance moves are priced upfront.
Access
Movers check in at the St. James security gates, and HOA rules on truck parking and moving hours can affect the schedule.
Add-Ons
Packing, storage, furniture assembly, and heavy items like pianos and safes.
St. James, NC Moving FAQs
We arrange the gate pass with you ahead of time, so our crew is cleared before moving day.
Yes. Share the rules on truck size, hours, and parking, and we plan the whole move around them.
Yes. We pad, wrap, and crate valuable pieces and bring enough crew for oversized items.
Yes. A & M Friendly Movers is fully licensed and insured, and we have been family-owned and operated since 2019.
Ready to Move In or Out of St. James?
Tell us your move date and address, and we will send a clear, upfront quote.
St. James Areas We Serve
Gated golf neighborhoods
Most of St. James is one gated, guarded community of 60-plus neighborhoods built around several championship golf courses.
Waterway and marina homes
Homes near the St. James marina and along the Intracoastal Waterway trade inland woods for water views and boat access.
Newer Craftsman and Charleston-style builds
Housing is mostly single-family homes in Craftsman, New Traditional and Charleston styles, with newer farmhouse-style construction still going up.