Palma Ceia, FL Movers
Family-owned since 2015 • Licensed & insured • Local & long-distance moves, packing, and storage
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Best Palma Ceia, FL Moving Company
Palma Ceia is a South Tampa neighborhood inside the City of Tampa, roughly between Dale Mabry Highway and the Selmon Expressway, with El Prado Boulevard on the south end. It is built around the Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club, which opened in 1916, and many of its street names are said to come from an old map of Havana. Our Tampa crew moves families in and out of this ZIP 33629 area all the time, and we know how its streets work on moving day. Roosevelt Elementary, Coleman Middle and Plant High School serve most of the neighborhood, so many families here plan their move around the school year.
Homes here are a real mix. You will find older bungalows and Spanish-style houses on shady, brick-paved streets, mid-century block homes, and big new two-story houses built where a smaller home once stood. Older homes often have narrow doors, tight hallways and steep attic stairs, so we pad door frames, protect wood floors, and take apart beds and tables when a piece will not fit. New builds bring long staircases and large furniture, and we plan the crew size for that.
Parking is the big thing in Palma Ceia. Many streets are narrow, cars line both sides, and the oak trees hang low, so a large truck cannot always pull right up to the door. We look at your street before moving day, pick the best spot, and use a smaller truck or a longer carry when we need to. If you are near MacDill Avenue or Bay to Bay Boulevard, traffic around the Palma Ceia Design District can slow loading, so we like to start early.
Florida weather matters too. Summer afternoons bring heat and quick storms, so we wrap furniture, cover walkways, and try to finish the loading before the rain rolls in. Hurricane season runs June through November, and we keep you posted if a storm changes the plan. Need more help? We offer packing and unpacking for busy families and for anyone moving out of a larger home. Downsizing? We can move just the pieces you are keeping.
We also move people all over South Tampa, including Hyde Park and Bayshore Beautiful. Whether you are going a few blocks or out of state, we treat your home with care. A & M Friendly Movers is family-owned since 2015, and we would love to help with your Palma Ceia move. Our mission is simple: quality, professional service at a fair price. Home is where the heart is, and moving is where it starts. Call 813-544-0048 for a free quote.
See What Our Customers Are Saying
Our Tampa location recently reopened, so our Tampa Google reviews are just getting started. Here’s what customers say about the same family-run crews at our other locations, copied word for word from Google. 850+ Google reviews across all of our locations.
★★★★★
“Excellent experience! We have moved 11 times and once overseas and A&M is in the top two moves! They communicate well and there are no curveballs. Chris, Zack & “Ox” were hard working, courteous and professional. They moved us quickly and took great care with our property. When initially speaking with Matt, he realized I was a Veteran and he immediately offered a Veteran’s discount. I would highly recommend A&M Friendly Movers because they live their name!”
Edward Boylan
Google review · North Myrtle Beach, SC 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
★★★★★
“Crew arrived early and work professionally and had us moved from our home to an apartment in four hours. If we ever move again A&M Friendly Movers will be my first call and I will recommend them to everyone I know.”
Richard Luckman
Google review · York, PA & Maryland location
Your Palma Ceia Moving Crew
Your Palma Ceia move is handled by our Tampa, FL crew, based at 15604 Starling Water Drive, Lithia, FL 33547. That’s about 24 miles (around 40 minutes) from Palma Ceia, and your hourly clock doesn’t start until we arrive at your home.
Call your local crew: 813-544-0048
Hours: Monday–Sunday, 6 AM–10 PM
Palma Ceia, FL Moving Services
Local Moving
Moves across Palma Ceia and all of Hillsborough 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.
Palma Ceia, FL Weather
Plan your moving day around the forecast. We watch the weather for every move, especially during hurricane season.
Palma Ceia at a Glance
27,710
Population
41.7 years
Median Age
$851,400
Median Home Value
$164,355
Median Household Income
21.3 min
Average Commute
80.1% Own
Own vs. Rent
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 5-year estimates for ZIP 33629 (Palma Ceia area), via Census Reporter.
Schools Near Palma Ceia, FL
Palma Ceia is served by Hillsborough County Public Schools. Moving with kids? We can time your move around the school calendar.
Roosevelt Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Mitchell Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Coleman Middle School
Grades 6-8
Wilson Middle School
Grades 6-8
Plant High School
Grades 9-12
Always confirm your school zone with Hillsborough County Public Schools.
Places to Eat in Palma Ceia
Once the truck is unloaded, you have earned a good meal. Here are local favorites.
Restaurant BT
French-Vietnamese • Visit website
Byblos
Mediterranean, Lebanese • Visit website
Osteria Natalina
Italian • Visit website
Yoko's Japanese Restaurant
Japanese, sushi • Visit website
Graze
Breakfast and brunch • Visit website
Thai Super Bowls
Thai • Visit website
Things to Do in Palma Ceia
Palma Ceia Design District
Small shops, cafes and restaurants clustered around MacDill Avenue and Bay to Bay Boulevard. • Map
Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club
Private golf club founded in 1916 in the middle of the neighborhood, home of the Gasparilla Invitational amateur tournament. • Map
Bayshore Boulevard
Waterfront sidewalk and bike path along Hillsborough Bay, popular for walks, runs and sunsets. • Map
Hyde Park Village
Outdoor shopping and dining blocks in Hyde Park, a short drive north. • Map
Ballast Point Park
Bayfront city park with a splash pad, playground, boat ramps and downtown views. The fishing pier has been closed since spring 2025 because of hurricane damage. • Map
Moving to or from Palma Ceia? Get your free, no-pressure quote today.
Moving in Palma Ceia: Local Tips From Our Crew
Parking, trash pickup, traffic and building rules can make or break moving day in Palma Ceia. Here’s what we plan around.
Book city bulky pickup
Palma Ceia is inside Tampa city limits, so the City, not the County, collects furniture, mattresses and appliances. Call the Utilities Call Center at (813) 274-8811 to request special services.
Plan for brick streets
Palma Ceia is known for its bricked streets. Let us know if your block is brick so we can plan truck placement and use a dolly route that protects your floors and belongings.
Wrap mirrors and glass
The City requires mirrors, window glass and tabletop panes to be duct-taped or wrapped for pickup, and won’t collect items blocked by vehicles or placed under low limbs or near utility boxes.
Confirm historic status
If you aren’t sure whether your home sits in a local or national historic district, the City’s Architectural Review & Historic Preservation Division answers at (813) 274-3100, option 3.
Know your evacuation zone
Hillsborough County evacuation zones run from A to E and are separate from flood zones. Look up your new address before hurricane season using the City’s Find My Evacuation Zone tool.
What Shapes Your Palma Ceia 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 Hillsborough County, or out of state. Local moves are hourly; long-distance moves are priced upfront.
Access
Narrow brick streets, cars parked on both sides and low oak limbs can keep a big truck from the door, and traffic near MacDill Avenue and Bay to Bay Boulevard slows loading.
Add-Ons
Packing, storage, furniture assembly, and heavy items like pianos and safes.
Palma Ceia, FL Moving FAQs
Often yes, but many streets are narrow with parked cars and low oak limbs. We check your street ahead of time and bring a smaller truck or plan a longer carry when needed.
Yes. We lay floor runners, pad door frames and banisters, and take furniture apart when it will not fit through older, narrow doorways.
Early morning is best. It beats the summer heat, the afternoon storms, and the traffic around MacDill Avenue and Bay to Bay Boulevard.
Yes. A & M Friendly Movers is fully licensed and insured, and we have been family-owned and operated since 2015.
Yes. Palma Ceia is about 24 miles, or roughly 39 minutes, from our Lithia office. Local moves are billed hourly, and the clock starts when our crew arrives.
Yes. We plan truck placement ahead of time and pad-wrap every piece of furniture before it leaves the house. Mention brick streets or tight parking when you request your free quote.
Yes. We provide certificates of insurance free of charge. We’re a family-owned company, in business since 2015, registered in Florida as mover IM3566 and fully insured.
Ready to Move In or Out of Palma Ceia?
Tell us your move date and address, and we will send a clear, upfront quote.
Palma Ceia Neighborhoods We Move
From historic homes to new subdivisions, our crews know the streets, stairs and HOA rules across Palma Ceia.
Palma Ceia Design District
Boutiques and cafes centered on the intersection of MacDill Avenue and Bay to Bay Boulevard, marked by a sculpture by local artist Marc DeWaele.
Palma Ceia Country Club
The neighborhood's namesake country club sits within Palma Ceia.
Golf View
A small South Tampa neighborhood bordering Palma Ceia to the north.
Bayshore Boulevard
The Palma Ceia Design District is about a half-mile walk from the Bayshore Boulevard waterfront.
Bay to Bay Boulevard
Forms much of Palma Ceia's southern boundary, between Dale Mabry Highway and Himes Avenue.
Bayshore Beautiful
Begins at El Prado Boulevard; its MacDill Avenue shops between Bayview and Wallcraft are considered part of the expanded Palma Ceia Design District.
Virginia Park
Adjacent neighborhood bounded on the north by Palmira Avenue and Bay to Bay Boulevard, with Dale Mabry Highway and Himes Avenue to the east.
Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
Marks Palma Ceia's eastern boundary.
Palma Ceia Areas We Serve
Around the golf club
Streets around the Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club have larger lots, older homes and many newer two-story houses.
Brick streets and bungalows
Shady, brick-paved side streets are lined with older bungalows and Spanish-style homes, often with narrow doors and tight parking.
Near MacDill and Bay to Bay
Blocks close to the Palma Ceia Design District mix smaller homes and townhomes with busy commercial streets.