Move Your Shed Boston · 2026 Cost Guide

Shed Moving Cost in Boston, MA

Most Boston shed moves cost $550–$1,650 . Below are 2026 price ranges by shed size and distance, plus what Massachusetts permits add.

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Average cost to move a shed in Boston

Small (≤ 8x10) $325–$875 Medium (10x12 – 12x16) $875–$1,650 Large (12x20+) $1,650–$3,300

Boston (653,833 residents) is a large urban market, so local hauling rates run about 10% above the national baseline. Volume is mostly suburban — MetroWest and North Shore towns with larger lots and active dealer networks.

Shed Moving Cost Calculator — Boston

1. Shed size 2. How far is it going? 3. Site access Estimated cost in Boston, Massachusetts $875–$1,650

Ballpark only. Real quotes depend on the hauler, permits, and your exact sites — most homeowners get competing quotes within 24–48 hours.

Boston shed moving cost by size

Local Boston-area move with normal access. Long hauls, tight lots, and cranes add to these numbers.

Shed size	Footprint	Typical Boston cost	Size guide
8×8	64 sq ft	$375 – $1,000	8×8 in Boston
8×10	80 sq ft	$450 – $1,100	8×10 in Boston
8×12	96 sq ft	$500 – $1,200	8×12 in Boston
10×10	100 sq ft	$550 – $1,325	10×10 in Boston
10×12	120 sq ft	$600 – $1,550	10×12 in Boston
10×14	140 sq ft	$650 – $1,650	10×14 in Boston
10×16	160 sq ft	$725 – $1,875	10×16 in Boston
12×16	192 sq ft	$825 – $2,100	12×16 in Boston
12×20	240 sq ft	$925 – $2,425	12×20 in Boston
12×24	288 sq ft	$1,050 – $2,750	12×24 in Boston
12×32	384 sq ft	$1,200 – $3,300	12×32 in Boston
14×24	336 sq ft	$1,325 – $3,525	14×24 in Boston
14×32	448 sq ft	$1,550 – $3,950	14×32 in Boston
16×32	512 sq ft	$1,750 – $4,400	16×32 in Boston
16×40	640 sq ft	$2,100 – $4,950	16×40 in Boston

Cost by distance from Boston

Distance is the single biggest price driver after size. These bands assume a mid-size (10x12–12x16) building.

Same-town move in Boston (under 15 mi) Single trip, good driveway access, no permit in most cases. $500 – $1,050 Across the Boston metro (15–40 mi) Typical local haul here runs 15–40 miles. $725 – $1,550 Regional Massachusetts move (40–150 mi) Longer drive time, more likely to need an oversize permit. $1,200 – $2,650 Long distance (150+ mi) Priced per loaded mile, plus permits and escorts where required. $2,200 – $4,950+

Haulers working Boston typically route via I-93, I-90 Mass Pike, Route 128 and US-1; most hauls run out to the suburbs. April through November; frost laws and nor'easters shut down winter oversize moves.

Permit costs for a Boston shed move

Massachusetts treats a shed on a trailer as an oversize load once it exceeds 8'6" wide or 13'6" tall. Permits come from the MassDOT Permits and generally run $40–$200 per single-trip move. Boston-area moves frequently need a route survey. Escort vehicles, when required, typically add $250–$600 per day on top of the haul price.

In Boston specifically: City of Boston Transportation Department oversize routing on top of the MassDOT permit. Triple-decker lots, narrow colonial streets and mature canopy make in-city moves rare and technical.

Your hauler pulls the permits and folds the cost into the bid, so the quotes you compare on MoveYourShed are the all-in number. See full Massachusetts permit rules.

What raises or lowers your Boston quote

Site access

Gate width, slope, soft ground, and overhead lines at both ends. Massachusetts crews price extra time for low-clearance parkways and dense colonial street grids.

Foundation and blocking

Re-leveling on new blocks or a gravel pad is usually included; a new concrete pad is not.

Disassembly

Sheds wider than the legal limit may need the roof removed or be moved in sections, which adds labor.

Scheduling

April through November; frost laws and nor'easters shut down winter oversize moves

Backhaul luck

Haulers already running near Boston bid lower to fill empty miles — posting early exposes your job to more of them.

Number of bids

Comparing three or more bids on the same job is the most reliable way to bring the price down.

Boston shed moving cost FAQ

How much does it cost to move a shed in Boston?

Most Boston homeowners pay $550–$1,650 for a local shed move in 2026. Small sheds (8x10 and under) run $325–$875, mid-size buildings (10x12–12x16) run $875–$1,650, and 12x20 or larger buildings run $1,650–$3,300. Boston is a large urban market, so pricing sits about 10% above the national baseline.

What affects shed moving cost in Boston?

Distance, shed size and weight, site access at both ends, and permits. In Massachusetts the biggest local factors are low-clearance parkways and dense colonial street grids, plus triple-decker lots, narrow colonial streets and mature canopy make in-city moves rare and technical.

Do I need a permit to move a shed in Boston, MA?

Massachusetts requires an oversize permit once a load exceeds 8'6" wide or 13'6" tall. Permits are issued by the MassDOT Permits and typically cost $40–$200 for a single-trip shed move. Boston-area moves frequently need a route survey. Locally, City of Boston Transportation Department oversize routing on top of the MassDOT permit.

Is it cheaper to move a shed or buy a new one in Boston?

A local move in Boston usually costs $550–$1,650, while a comparable new building often runs several thousand dollars. Moving is almost always cheaper unless the shed is structurally unsound or the haul distance is long.

How do I get an exact price for my Boston shed move?

Post your move on MoveYourShed with the shed size, both addresses, and access notes. Local haulers who already run Boston send free bids so you can compare real prices instead of estimates.

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