Socastee, SC Movers
Family-owned since 2019 • Licensed & insured • Local & long-distance moves, packing, and storage
Best Socastee, SC Moving Company
Socastee is a large, established community just southwest of Myrtle Beach, along the Intracoastal Waterway about 8 miles from the city center. It is home to the historic Socastee Swing Bridge and a mix of neighborhoods that draw families, retirees, and people who work across the Grand Strand.
Homes range from older ranch houses on larger lots to newer subdivisions and waterway-front properties. Moving here means planning around busy roads like SC-544 and SC-707, and on the waterway side, around docks, long walkways, and tight lots. We look at your home ahead of time so we bring the right truck and equipment.
Socastee is also a popular landing spot for people moving down from the Northeast and Midwest. We coordinate those moves from start to finish and can pack, load, and deliver with the same crew.
Socastee is centrally located, with quick access to Myrtle Beach, Surfside, and Murrells Inlet. Families like the parks, the schools, and the boat ramps along the waterway. Because it is so connected, it is also a popular choice for people who work across the Grand Strand and want a shorter commute in every direction.
From Socastee we also serve Forestbrook, Surfside Beach, and Garden City. Moving from out of state? We handle any long-distance move too. Family-owned since 2019, A & M Friendly Movers treats every Socastee move like it is our own. 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 your free quote.
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“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
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“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.”
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“Matt and his team moved us across 8 states with care, concern, and pride. The very, very best. Can’t say enough good things.”
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Socastee, SC Moving Services
Local Moving
Moves across Socastee and all of Horry 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.
Socastee, SC Weather
Plan your moving day around the forecast. We watch the weather for every move, especially during hurricane season.
Socastee at a Glance
23,796
Population
43.3 years
Median Age
$234,200
Median Home Value
$62,257
Median Household Income
20.6 min
Average Commute
65.9% Own
Own vs. Rent
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 5-year estimates for Socastee CDP, SC, via Census Reporter.
Schools Near Socastee, SC
Socastee is served by Horry County Schools. Moving with kids? We can time your move around the school calendar.
Socastee Elementary
Grades PK-5
Lakewood Elementary
Grades PK-5
Socastee Middle
Grades 6-8
Forestbrook Middle
Grades 6-8
Socastee High
Grades 9-12
Always confirm your school zone with Horry County Schools.
Places to Eat in Socastee
Once the truck is unloaded, you have earned a good meal. Here are local favorites.
Socastee Station
Southern comfort food, diner • View on Yelp
River City Cafe
Burgers, American • View on Yelp
The Old Bull & Bush Pub & Eatery
English pub • View on Yelp
Encantto Bar & Grill
Colombian • View on Yelp
The Breakfast House
Breakfast, diner • View on Yelp
Doyle's Pub & Grub
Irish pub • View on Yelp
Things to Do in Socastee
Socastee Swing Bridge
Historic 1935 swing bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway, one of the few still operating in South Carolina. • Map
Socastee Historic District
National Register district with period homes, the 1905 Cooper Store and a pecan grove. • Map
Socastee Recreation Park
90-acre county park with disc golf, courts, an archery range and an RC car track. • Map
Freewoods Farm
40-acre living farm museum focused on African American farming history. • Map
Enterprise Landing
Free public boat ramp onto Socastee Creek and the Intracoastal Waterway. • Map
Osprey Marina
Full-service marina on the Intracoastal Waterway. • Map
Moving to or from Socastee? Get your free, no-pressure quote today.
What Shapes Your Socastee 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 Horry County, or out of state. Local moves are hourly; long-distance moves are priced upfront.
Access
Highways 707 and 544 back up at rush hour and the Socastee Swing Bridge can open for boat traffic, so route timing matters, and HOA neighborhoods may limit truck hours.
Add-Ons
Packing, storage, furniture assembly, and heavy items like pianos and safes.
Socastee, SC Moving FAQs
Yes. We plan for longer carries, docks, and tight lots with extra equipment and padding.
Yes. We handle long-distance moves into the Grand Strand with the same crew start to finish.
We plan routes and arrival times to avoid the heaviest traffic windows.
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 Socastee?
Tell us your move date and address, and we will send a clear, upfront quote.
Socastee Areas We Serve
Established subdivisions
Much of Socastee is single-family homes in 1980s to 2000s subdivisions off Highway 707, Highway 544 and Socastee Boulevard.
Newer HOA communities
Newer planned neighborhoods and townhome communities have been built along the Highway 544 and Highway 707 corridors.
Apartments and manufactured homes
Rentals make up about a third of homes, including apartment complexes and manufactured-home lots on larger rural parcels.