New Castle, DE Movers
Family-owned since 2015 • Licensed & insured • Local & long-distance moves, packing, and storage
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Best New Castle, DE Moving Company
The city of New Castle sits on the Delaware River a few miles south of Wilmington, and its historic district has about 500 old buildings packed into a few blocks around The Strand, Delaware Street, and the Green. Our Tri-State crew moves families, retirees, and renters in Old New Castle and the neighborhoods around it. As part of our Tri-State moving service, we plan every New Castle move around the age of the house and the width of the street.
Homes in the historic district were built anywhere from the 1700s to the early 1900s. Many are brick rowhomes and townhouses with steep, winding staircases, low doorways, and old wood floors. We wrap railings and door frames, lay down floor protection, and take apart beds and big furniture so they can make the turns. Antiques and family pieces get extra padding and careful handling. If something will not fit up the stairs, we let you know before we start, not in the middle of the job.
Parking is the other big factor in Old New Castle. Streets are narrow, curb space is limited, and the city sometimes restricts parking on Delaware Street for events. Check the city’s notices for your moving date, and we will plan where the truck can stop and how far we need to carry. Outside the historic district, along Route 9, Basin Road (Route 141), and Frenchtown Road (Route 273), homes are generally newer and loading is usually simpler.
New Castle sits close to US 13, I-295, and the Delaware Memorial Bridge, so moves to New Jersey or anywhere down the East Coast are easy to plan. Our long-distance moving team can handle those, and we also do local moves, downsizing moves, packing, and storage. With a median age near 49, a lot of our New Castle customers are downsizing from a larger home, and we are glad to move just the pieces you are keeping. After moving day, take a walk down to Battery Park and grab dinner at Jessop’s Tavern or Nora Lee’s on Delaware Street.
We also serve nearby areas, including Wilmington and Elsmere, so a move anywhere in New Castle County is close to home for us. A & M Friendly Movers is family-owned since 2015, and we treat every New Castle move like we are moving our own family. Our mission is simple: quality, professional service at a fair price. Home is where the heart is, and moving is where it starts. Call 410-499-8777 for a free quote.
See What Our Customers Are Saying
Our Tri-State (PA & DE) crew moves families in New Castle every week. These reviews are copied word for word from our Google Business Profile: 4.8 stars from 551 Google reviews.
★★★★★
“Jim and Thomas were exceptional at PACKING our four bedroom house! They will respectful of our property, they worked quickly and quietly, yet were conversational with us! They were pleasant company in our home and we highly recommend this team! *Edit to add- The next day the wonderful team of 5 (Jim, Juan, Shawn, Steven & Kyree) came to then MOVE our 4 bedroom home! They worked swiftly, quietly, with much respect for both houses. taking time to protect our belongings during the move and the walls/floors. They worked like a well oiled machine, even when the day was taking longer than first expected! We got them Pizza and Gatorades and they were so gracious with Thanks! Well worth it!”
Lisa Geib
Google review · Tri-State (PA & DE) location
★★★★★
“I used A&M Friendly Movers in 2022. They were prompt, friendly and efficient. I was having a family crisis and was visibly upset, they were compassionate and continued unloading and listening to my friend who was helping. They understood and gave me well wishes. They took a small break and we made small talk. It was a very hot day and i was concerned for them over heating. Very professional and excellent packers! Nothing was broken or damaged. I would use them again and will recommend them to anyone”
Aunti C's Pet Care
Google review · Tri-State (PA & DE) location
★★★★★
“We had a wonderful experience with the team at A&M movers. The office was easy to communicate with as they handle inquiries by both phone and text. The crew at our move today was very professional and efficient. They were very careful with our belongings and meticulously wrapped all of our furniture. Highly recommend this team for your move!”
Maggie P
Google review · Tri-State (PA & DE) location
Your New Castle Moving Crew
Your New Castle move is handled by our Tri-State (PA & DE) crew, based at 115A St Joseph Ln, Downingtown, PA 19335. That’s about 31 miles (around 55 minutes) from New Castle, and your hourly clock doesn’t start until we arrive at your home.
Call your local crew: 410-499-8777
Hours: Monday–Sunday, 6 AM–10 PM
New Castle, DE Moving Services
Local Moving
Moves across New Castle and all of New Castle 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.
New Castle, DE Weather
Plan your moving day around the forecast. We watch the weather for every move, including winter storms.
New Castle at a Glance
5,579
Population
48.5 years
Median Age
$285,100
Median Home Value
$89,205
Median Household Income
23.2 min
Average Commute
63.4% Own
Own vs. Rent
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 5-year estimates for New Castle, DE, via Census Reporter.
Schools Near New Castle, DE
New Castle is served by Colonial School District. Moving with kids? We can time your move around the school calendar.
New Castle Elementary School
Grades K-5
Carrie Downie Elementary School
Grades K-5
George Read Middle School
Grades 6-8
William Penn High School
Grades 9-12
Always confirm your school zone with Colonial School District.
Places to Eat in New Castle
Once the truck is unloaded, you have earned a good meal. Here are local favorites.
Jessop's Tavern
Colonial American, tavern • Visit website
Nora Lee's French Quarter Bistro
Cajun, Creole • Visit website
The Mercury Cafe and Teahouse
Vegetarian cafe, tea • Visit website
Zollies Jazz Cucina
Southern and West Indian fusion, live jazz • Visit website
Ioannoni's Specialty Sandwiches
Sandwiches, Italian • Visit website
Garrison Deli
Deli, sandwiches • Facebook page
Things to Do in New Castle
New Castle Court House Museum
Colonial-era court house on Delaware Street whose cupola marks the center of the Twelve-Mile Circle. • Map
Battery Park
Riverfront park on the Delaware River at the edge of the historic district. • Map
Read House & Gardens
Federal-style mansion on The Strand, built 1797 to 1804, with restored gardens. • Map
Amstel House
Historic 18th-century house museum in the historic district. • Map
Jack A. Markell Trail
Walking and biking trail that links Old New Castle with the Wilmington Riverfront. • Map
Moving to or from New Castle? Get your free, no-pressure quote today.
Moving in New Castle: Local Tips From Our Crew
Parking, trash pickup, traffic and building rules can make or break moving day in New Castle. Here’s what we plan around.
Book special trash pickup
The City requires a special pickup for large items like sofas and refrigerators, scheduled and paid by noon one business day before your normal trash day.
Know the collection days
City trash goes out Mondays and Tuesdays, yard waste Wednesdays and recycling Thursdays and Fridays, and special pickups ride along with the Monday or Tuesday route.
Watch for event closures
The City posts temporary parking and traffic restrictions on historic streets like Delaware Street during Court House Museum events, so check notices before move day.
Use the DE 9 bypass
DE 9 runs through New Castle but bypasses the historic area, and US 13/40 and DE 273 give access from the west.
Plan around snow events
During larger snowstorms the City asks residents to move vehicles off the street for plowing, which can affect where a truck can park.
What Shapes Your New Castle 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 New Castle County, or out of state. Local moves are hourly; long-distance moves are priced upfront.
Access
Move time in New Castle depends on steep, winding stairs and tight curb space in the historic district, event parking restrictions on Delaware Street, and traffic near US 13, I-295 and the Delaware Memorial Bridge.
Add-Ons
Packing, storage, furniture assembly, and heavy items like pianos and safes.
New Castle, DE Moving FAQs
Yes. We measure staircases and doorways first, take apart large pieces, and pad railings, walls and floors. Antiques get extra wrapping and careful handling.
Curb space is limited on narrow historic streets, and some streets have event restrictions. Send us your address and date and we will plan the truck size and loading spot.
Yes. With I-295 and the Delaware Memorial Bridge nearby, we handle moves to New Jersey and beyond, as well as local moves. Call 410-499-8777 for a free quote.
Yes. A & M Friendly Movers is fully licensed and insured, and we have been family-owned and operated since 2015.
Yes. Our crews leave from our Downingtown, PA office, about 31 miles and roughly 55 minutes from New Castle. We’re a family-owned, licensed and insured mover serving the region since 2015.
Yes. We pad-wrap every piece of furniture and plan parking ahead on the historic district’s older streets. Quotes are always free.
Local moves are billed hourly, and the clock starts when our crew arrives at your door. Quotes are always free, so call us with your New Castle address and we’ll walk you through it.
Ready to Move In or Out of New Castle?
Tell us your move date and address, and we will send a clear, upfront quote.
New Castle Neighborhoods We Move
From historic homes to new subdivisions, our crews know the streets, stairs and HOA rules across New Castle.
New Castle Historic District
About four blocks square with roughly 500 buildings dating 1700-1940; a National Historic Landmark since 1967.
The Green / Court House area
The New Castle Court House, the Green and the Sheriff's House are part of First State National Historical Park.
Delaware Street
Home to the City Administration Building at 220 Delaware Street and the Court House Museum.
Battery Park / riverfront
The city sits on the Delaware River, and the Historic District runs from the river to around Sixth Street.
Dupont Highway (US 13/40)
US 13 and US 40 run together along the city's northwest edge on Dupont Highway.
Wilmington Manor
A community just northwest of New Castle, home to Wilmington University's main campus.
Hares Corner
A community at US 13/40 and DE 273, west of New Castle and just south of Wilmington Airport.
Bellanca Airfield area
Outside the historic district, the former Bellanca Aircraft factory now houses the Delaware Aviation Hall of Fame Museum.
New Castle Areas We Serve
Historic district (The Strand and Delaware Street)
About 500 historic buildings from 1700 to 1940, mostly brick rowhomes and townhouses with steep stairs and very limited curb parking.
Along Route 9 and Washington Street
Residential streets outside the historic core, where homes are generally newer and truck access is easier.
Basin Road (Route 141) area
The area around the George Read Middle and William Penn High campuses on East Basin Road, with quick access to US 13 and I-295.