Move Your Shed Denver · 2026 Cost Guide

Shed Moving Cost in Denver, CO

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

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Average cost to move a shed in Denver

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

Denver (716,577 residents) is a large urban market, so local hauling rates run about 10% above the national baseline. Foothill deliveries add grade, altitude and wind-exposure considerations to pricing.

Shed Moving Cost Calculator — Denver

1. Shed size 2. How far is it going? 3. Site access Estimated cost in Denver, Colorado $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.

Denver shed moving cost by size

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

Shed sizeFootprintTypical Denver costSize guide
8×864 sq ft$375 – $1,0008×8 in Denver
8×1080 sq ft$450 – $1,1008×10 in Denver
8×1296 sq ft$500 – $1,2008×12 in Denver
10×10100 sq ft$550 – $1,32510×10 in Denver
10×12120 sq ft$600 – $1,55010×12 in Denver
10×14140 sq ft$650 – $1,65010×14 in Denver
10×16160 sq ft$725 – $1,87510×16 in Denver
12×16192 sq ft$825 – $2,10012×16 in Denver
12×20240 sq ft$925 – $2,42512×20 in Denver
12×24288 sq ft$1,050 – $2,75012×24 in Denver
12×32384 sq ft$1,200 – $3,30012×32 in Denver
14×24336 sq ft$1,325 – $3,52514×24 in Denver
14×32448 sq ft$1,550 – $3,95014×32 in Denver
16×32512 sq ft$1,750 – $4,40016×32 in Denver
16×40640 sq ft$2,100 – $4,95016×40 in Denver

Cost by distance from Denver

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

Same-town move in Denver (under 15 mi) Single trip, good driveway access, no permit in most cases. $500 – $1,050 Across the Denver metro (15–40 mi) Typical local haul here runs 20–50 miles. $725 – $1,550 Regional Colorado 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 Denver typically route via I-25, I-70, I-225, C-470 and E-470. Snowpack and mud limit Nov–Mar; May through October is the working season.

Permit costs for a Denver shed move

Colorado treats a shed on a trailer as an oversize load once it exceeds 8'6" wide or 14'6" tall. Permits come from the CDOT Permits Office and generally run $15–$150 per single-trip move. Mountain corridors often require escorts above 12' wide. Escort vehicles, when required, typically add $250–$600 per day on top of the haul price.

In Denver specifically: City and County of Denver right-of-way permits with CDOT permits. Alley-loaded lots across central Denver require a compact rig; Front Range suburbs are open.

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 Colorado permit rules.

What raises or lowers your Denver quote

Site access

Gate width, slope, soft ground, and overhead lines at both ends. Colorado crews price extra time for high-altitude passes and Front Range wind exposure.

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

Snowpack and mud limit Nov–Mar; May through October is the working season

Backhaul luck

Haulers already running near Denver 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.

Denver shed moving cost FAQ

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

Most Denver 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. Denver is a large urban market, so pricing sits about 10% above the national baseline.

What affects shed moving cost in Denver?

Distance, shed size and weight, site access at both ends, and permits. In Colorado the biggest local factors are high-altitude passes and Front Range wind exposure, plus alley-loaded lots across central denver require a compact rig; front range suburbs are open.

Do I need a permit to move a shed in Denver, CO?

Colorado requires an oversize permit once a load exceeds 8'6" wide or 14'6" tall. Permits are issued by the CDOT Permits Office and typically cost $15–$150 for a single-trip shed move. Mountain corridors often require escorts above 12' wide. Locally, City and County of Denver right-of-way permits with CDOT permits.

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

A local move in Denver 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 Denver shed move?

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

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