Downingtown, PA Movers
Family-owned since 2015 • Licensed & insured • Local & long-distance moves, packing, and storage
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Best Downingtown, PA Moving Company
Downingtown is a small borough in the middle of Chester County, built along the East Branch of the Brandywine Creek and old Lancaster Avenue. Our Tri-State crew moves families, renters, and seniors here all year, from the older blocks near downtown to the newer apartments by the train station. As part of our Tri-State moving service, we know how Downingtown streets and homes work on moving day.
Many homes close to Lancaster Avenue are older twins, rowhomes, and single homes with steep stairs, narrow halls, and tight turns. We pad banisters and door frames, take apart beds and big furniture when needed, and bring the right dollies for the job. Street parking can be tight on some blocks, so we look at your street before moving day and plan where the truck will go. If a couch will not make the turn at the top of the stairs, we tell you before we start, not halfway through the day.
Downingtown also has plenty of newer apartments and townhomes, including the River Station area and the complexes near the train station. These buildings often have set move hours, loading area rules, and a management office that asks for insurance paperwork. We work with the office ahead of time so your move stays on schedule. Moving out of a single home in a subdivision just outside the borough? We handle full house moves, partial moves, and furniture-only jobs too. Many of those homes have finished basements and two-car garages full of tools and bikes, so we plan extra time for them.
Traffic is part of every move here. Route 30, the Route 30 bypass, Route 113, and Route 322 all come together around town, and Lancaster Avenue can back up at rush hour. We plan start times around it when we can. Need help getting ready? Our packing and unpacking service can box up your whole home or just the kitchen and fragile items. We also offer storage if your closing dates do not line up, so your things have a safe place to wait until the new house is ready.
We also move families in nearby Exton, Coatesville, and Chester Springs. A & M Friendly Movers is family-owned since 2015, and we treat every Downingtown 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 Downingtown 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 Downingtown Moving Crew
Your Downingtown move is handled by our Tri-State (PA & DE) crew, based at 115A St Joseph Ln, Downingtown, PA 19335. We’re just a few minutes from anywhere in Downingtown, 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
Downingtown, PA Moving Services
Local Moving
Moves across Downingtown and all of Chester 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.
Downingtown, PA Weather
Plan your moving day around the forecast. We watch the weather for every move, including snow and ice in the winter.
Downingtown at a Glance
8,255
Population
38.9 years
Median Age
$353,800
Median Home Value
$96,228
Median Household Income
24.6 min
Average Commute
48.0% Own
Own vs. Rent
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 5-year estimates for Downingtown, PA, via Census Reporter.
Schools Near Downingtown, PA
Downingtown is served by Downingtown Area School District. Moving with kids? We can time your move around the school calendar.
East Ward Elementary School
Grades K-5
Beaver Creek Elementary School
Grades K-5
Marsh Creek Sixth Grade Center
Grades 6
Downingtown Middle School
Grades 7-8
Downingtown High School West
Grades 9-12
Downingtown STEM Academy
Grades 9-12
Always confirm your school zone with Downingtown Area School District.
Places to Eat in Downingtown
Once the truck is unloaded, you have earned a good meal. Here are local favorites.
Station Taproom
American, craft beer • Visit website
La Sponda
Italian • Visit website
Green Street Grill
American, breakfast and lunch • Visit website
Anthony's Cucina Fresca
Italian • Visit website
East Branch Brewing Company
Brewpub • Visit website
Downingtown Diner
Diner • Visit website
Things to Do in Downingtown
Kardon Park
Borough park with a pond and walking paths near downtown. • Map
Struble Trail
County rail trail that follows the East Branch of the Brandywine Creek north from Downingtown. • Map
Kerr Park
Riverside borough park along the Brandywine near the center of town. • Map
Downingtown Log House
Historic log house on Lancaster Avenue, one of the oldest buildings in town. • Map
Marsh Creek State Park
State park with a large lake for boating, fishing, and hiking a few miles north of town. • Map
Moving to or from Downingtown? Get your free, no-pressure quote today.
Moving in Downingtown: Local Tips From Our Crew
Parking, trash pickup, traffic and building rules can make or break moving day in Downingtown. Here’s what we plan around.
Bulk day is the last Thursday
Whitetail Disposal collects bulk items on the last Thursday of the month, one item per household, and mattresses and box springs must be wrapped in plastic.
Regular trash goes out Thursday
Borough trash and recycling are collected on Thursdays by Whitetail Disposal, with holiday-week pickups shifted to Friday.
Check permit-parking streets
The Borough runs permit programs for designated West End addresses, East Church Street and Jefferson Avenue, so check your block before parking a truck.
Know the station lots
Borough commuter lots near the train station are at 2 Bradford Avenue (pay-by-plate) and 122 Viaduct Avenue (Passport app only), both allowing overnight parking.
Lancaster Avenue is the main drag
Business Route 30 runs through the heart of the borough on Lancaster Avenue and US 322 shares it for a stretch, so expect traffic in the center of town.
What Shapes Your Downingtown 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 Chester County, or out of state. Local moves are hourly; long-distance moves are priced upfront.
Access
Move time in Downingtown depends on steep stairs in older homes near Lancaster Avenue, limited street parking on some blocks, apartment move rules, and rush-hour traffic on Routes 30, 113 and 322.
Add-Ons
Packing, storage, furniture assembly, and heavy items like pianos and safes.
Downingtown, PA Moving FAQs
Yes. We handle the steep stairs, narrow halls, and tight turns in older Downingtown twins and rowhomes, and we plan where the truck will park before moving day.
Yes. Tell us your building’s move hours and rules, and we will set the schedule around them. We can send insurance paperwork if the office asks for it.
We offer storage, so your things can stay with us until your new home is ready. Call 410-499-8777 to plan it out.
Yes. A & M Friendly Movers is fully licensed and insured, and we have been family-owned and operated since 2015.
Our crew is based at 115A St Joseph Ln right here in Downingtown, so travel time on local moves in town is minimal. Local moves are billed hourly, and the clock starts when we arrive.
Downingtown Borough’s hauler, Whitetail Disposal, collects one bulk item per household on the last Thursday of each month, and mattresses must be wrapped in plastic. We pad-wrap and move everything you’re keeping.
Yes. We’re a family-owned company, in business since 2015, licensed by the PA PUC (A-8927313) and fully insured. We also provide certificates of insurance at no cost for buildings that require them.
Ready to Move In or Out of Downingtown?
Tell us your move date and address, and we will send a clear, upfront quote.
Downingtown Neighborhoods We Move
From historic homes to new subdivisions, our crews know the streets, stairs and HOA rules across Downingtown.
East Lancaster Avenue Historic District
A National Register district of 121 contributing buildings, including early-18th-century Georgian homes and later Federal and Victorian houses.
West End
The Borough's residential parking program covers designated West End addresses around Bradford, Stuart, Viaduct and Whelen avenues.
Train station area
Downingtown station on Viaduct Avenue/W. Lancaster Avenue is served by SEPTA's Paoli/Thorndale Line and Amtrak's Keystone Service.
East Caln Township
Wraps around the eastern half of Downingtown and includes the Brandywine Square Center, condominiums and single-family developments.
Caln Township and Thorndale
Thorndale is Caln Township's commercial center along Business Route 30 and the last stop on SEPTA's Paoli/Thorndale Line.
Uwchlan Township
A township of about 19,200 residents that includes Eagleview and Lionville and six Downingtown Area School District schools.
East Brandywine Township
A township of about 9,700 residents in the Downingtown Area School District, home to Delaware County Community College's Downingtown Campus.
West Bradford Township
North of Downingtown, with about 14,300 residents and the Marshallton, Trimbleville and Northbrook historic districts.
Exton
A West Whiteland Township community at US 30 and PA 100, home to Exton Square Mall.
Downingtown Areas We Serve
Lancaster Avenue and downtown
Older twins, rowhomes, and apartments above shops along Business Route 30, where stairs and street parking shape the move.
East Ward
Established east-side neighborhood of older single homes and twins on smaller lots near East Ward Elementary.
River Station and the train station area
Newer apartments and townhomes near the Downingtown train station, where building move hours and loading rules apply.