Ruskin, FL Movers
Family-owned since 2015 • Licensed & insured • Local & long-distance moves, packing, and storage
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Best Ruskin, FL Moving Company
Ruskin is an unincorporated community on the South Shore of Hillsborough County, about 24 miles south of Tampa on the north bank of the Little Manatee River. Our Tampa crew runs down US 41 and I-75 to Ruskin often. The town was founded in 1908 and named for English writer John Ruskin, and it later became known for growing tomatoes. The Ruskin Tomato and Heritage Festival still celebrates that farm history every spring.
Ruskin has a mix of homes. Near US 41 and Shell Point Road you will find older single-story houses on bigger lots. Along the Little Manatee River and out toward Tampa Bay there are waterfront homes and condos, including the Little Harbor area on Tampa Bay. East of US 41, toward College Avenue (State Road 674) and I-75, newer subdivisions like Cypress Creek often have HOA rules on parking, move hours and portable storage containers. Some of these newer homes are two stories, so we plan for stairs and big pieces like sectionals and bunk beds.
Being close to the water means some extra planning. Some homes near the bay and the river are raised, which can mean more stairs, and summer storms roll in most afternoons from June through September. We start early, pad every doorway and wrap furniture before it goes out to the truck. If you are moving into a condo, we will check with your building about elevator use and loading spots. Our storage can also hold your things if your move-in date slips.
Life in Ruskin is laid back. E.G. Simmons Conservation Park has a beach on Tampa Bay, a boat ramp and campsites, and Cockroach Bay Aquatic Preserve is a favorite for kayaking. The Ruskin Family Drive-In on US 41 still shows double features, and the SouthShore Regional Library is a busy spot for families. Traffic on US 41, State Road 674 and I-75 can back up at rush hour, so we plan our route and start times around it. Hillsborough Community College has its SouthShore campus here too, so we also help students and staff with smaller moves.
We also move families in nearby Apollo Beach and Gibsonton, and we handle long-distance moves too. Family-owned since 2015, A & M Friendly Movers treats every Ruskin move like we are helping our own neighbors. 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.
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★★★★★
“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.”
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Your Ruskin Moving Crew
Your Ruskin move is handled by our Tampa, FL crew, based at 15604 Starling Water Drive, Lithia, FL 33547. That’s about 22 miles (around 35 minutes) from Ruskin, 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
Ruskin, FL Moving Services
Local Moving
Moves across Ruskin 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.
Ruskin, FL Weather
Plan your moving day around the forecast. We watch the weather for every move, especially during hurricane season.
Ruskin at a Glance
29,834
Population
35.0 years
Median Age
$323,000
Median Home Value
$79,235
Median Household Income
35.6 min
Average Commute
75.4% Own
Own vs. Rent
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 5-year estimates for Ruskin CDP, FL, via Census Reporter.
Schools Near Ruskin, FL
Ruskin is served by Hillsborough County Public Schools. Moving with kids? We can time your move around the school calendar.
Ruskin Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Cypress Creek Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Thompson Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Shields Middle School
Grades 6-8
Lennard High School
Grades 9-12
Always confirm your school zone with Hillsborough County Public Schools.
Places to Eat in Ruskin
Once the truck is unloaded, you have earned a good meal. Here are local favorites.
Sunset Bar & Grill at Little Harbor
Waterfront American, seafood • Visit website
The Fish House
Seafood • Visit website
Ybor Grille
Cuban, Spanish • Visit website
Old Castle Restaurant
German • Visit website
Los Amigos Restaurant
Mexican • Facebook page
Hooks Waterfront Bar and Grill
American, bar and grill • Facebook page
Things to Do in Ruskin
E.G. Simmons Conservation Park
County park on Tampa Bay with a swimming beach, boat ramp, campsites and mangrove wildlife areas. • Map
Cockroach Bay Aquatic Preserve
Protected bay waters and mangrove islands popular with kayakers, anglers and birdwatchers. • Map
Ruskin Family Drive-In
Old-school drive-in movie theater on US 41 that shows two movies each night. • Map
Little Manatee River State Park
State park just southeast of town with river paddling, hiking and horse trails. • Map
SouthShore Regional Library
Large county library on Beth Shields Way with programs for kids and adults. • Map
Ruskin Tomato and Heritage Festival
Yearly spring festival celebrating Ruskin's tomato-farming history. • Map
Moving in Ruskin: Local Tips From Our Crew
Parking, trash pickup, traffic and building rules can make or break moving day in Ruskin. Here’s what we plan around.
Book bulky pickup first
Ruskin is unincorporated, so Hillsborough County handles trash. Call Solid Waste Customer Service at (813) 272-5680 to schedule a special pickup for sofas, mattresses, or appliances before you set anything at the curb.
Flatten boxes, watch curb times
The county counts 20 cardboard boxes as one bulky item, and carts and yard waste can go out no earlier than 6 p.m. the night before collection and no later than 6 a.m. on collection day.
Choose I-75 or US 41
Downtown Tampa is 24 miles north via I-75 and the Selmon Expressway, and US 41 runs straight through town. We pick the route based on traffic and where you’re headed.
Watch for golf carts
Golf carts can legally drive on Sun City Center streets during daylight hours. Our drivers take it slow on moves into the community next door.
Look up your evacuation zone
Hillsborough County’s Hurricane Evacuation Assessment Tool (HEAT) shows whether a Ruskin address falls in one of the county’s five evacuation zones, A through E. The National Weather Service’s Tampa Bay forecast office is based right in Ruskin. Check your new address before hurricane season.
What Shapes Your Ruskin 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
Raised waterfront homes with extra stairs, condo elevator and loading rules, HOA limits in newer subdivisions, traffic on US 41 and I-75, and summer afternoon storms have the biggest effect on move time in Ruskin.
Add-Ons
Packing, storage, furniture assembly, and heavy items like pianos and safes.
Ruskin, FL Moving FAQs
Yes. We plan for extra stairs and tight driveways, and we bring the crew and equipment the house needs.
Yes. Send us your community rules on move hours, truck parking and portable containers, and we will plan the day around them.
Early morning. It is cooler, traffic on US 41 and I-75 is lighter, and most storms hold off until afternoon. Call 813-544-0048 to book.
Yes. A & M Friendly Movers is fully licensed and insured, and we have been family-owned and operated since 2015.
Our Lithia office is about 21.9 miles, or roughly 35 minutes, from Ruskin. Local moves are billed hourly, and the clock starts when our crew arrives at your door.
Yes. Share your community’s rules on move hours, parking, or insurance paperwork when you book. We provide certificates of insurance free of charge, and every piece of furniture is pad-wrapped.
Yes. We’re a family-owned company, in business since 2015, registered in Florida as mover IM3566 and fully insured. Every piece of furniture is pad-wrapped, and quotes are always free.
Ready to Move In or Out of Ruskin?
Tell us your move date and address, and we will send a clear, upfront quote.
Ruskin Neighborhoods We Move
From historic homes to new subdivisions, our crews know the streets, stairs and HOA rules across Ruskin.
Historic Ruskin on the Little Manatee
Founded in 1908 on the Little Manatee River and named for writer John Ruskin. The 1910 A. P. Dickman House on the riverbank is one of the few original buildings left.
US 41 corridor
US 41, once a 9-foot shell road, is now four lanes through the center of town, 10 miles north to Gibsonton.
College Avenue / Exit 240
I-75 runs along Ruskin's eastern edge, with access from Exit 240 at State Road 674/College Avenue.
SouthShore campus area
The Hillsborough Community College SouthShore campus sits across from Lennard High School, next to J. Vince Thompson Elementary.
Sun City Center
Ruskin's neighbor to the east is an age-restricted community with about five golf courses, reached from I-75 Exit 240 via Sun City Center Boulevard.
Apollo Beach
Ruskin's neighbor to the north.
Wimauma
East of Sun City Center. SR 674 runs through Wimauma and west 9 miles to Ruskin.
Little Manatee River State Park
A 2,433-acre state park 5 miles south of Sun City, off US 301 on Lightfoot Road.
Cockroach Bay Aquatic Preserve
One of the natural points of interest in and near Ruskin.
Ruskin Areas We Serve
Historic Ruskin near US 41
The older core around US 41 and Shell Point Road has single-story homes on larger lots, some dating back to the town’s farming days.
Waterfront along the river and bay
Homes and condos near the Little Manatee River and Little Harbor can be raised or have elevators, which adds stairs and planning.
Newer subdivisions toward I-75
Communities like Cypress Creek near College Avenue (SR 674) often have HOA rules on truck parking, move hours and storage containers.