Move Your Shed Duluth · 2026 Cost Guide

Shed Moving Cost in Duluth, MN

Most Duluth shed moves cost $450–$1,350 . Below are 2026 price ranges by shed size and distance, plus what Minnesota permits add.

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Average cost to move a shed in Duluth

Small (≤ 8x10) $275–$725 Medium (10x12 – 12x16) $725–$1,350 Large (12x20+) $1,350–$2,700

Duluth (87,680 residents) is a small-city market, so local hauling rates run about 10% below the national baseline. The strong outdoor recreation culture fuels demand for storage sheds for boats, ATVs, and other seasonal equipment..

Shed Moving Cost Calculator — Duluth

1. Shed size 2. How far is it going? 3. Site access Estimated cost in Duluth, Minnesota $725–$1,350

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

Duluth shed moving cost by size

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

Shed size	Footprint	Typical Duluth cost	Size guide
8×8	64 sq ft	$325 – $800	8×8 in Duluth
8×10	80 sq ft	$350 – $900	8×10 in Duluth
8×12	96 sq ft	$400 – $1,000	8×12 in Duluth
10×10	100 sq ft	$450 – $1,075	10×10 in Duluth
10×12	120 sq ft	$500 – $1,250	10×12 in Duluth
10×14	140 sq ft	$550 – $1,350	10×14 in Duluth
10×16	160 sq ft	$575 – $1,525	10×16 in Duluth
12×16	192 sq ft	$675 – $1,700	12×16 in Duluth
12×20	240 sq ft	$775 – $1,975	12×20 in Duluth
12×24	288 sq ft	$850 – $2,250	12×24 in Duluth
12×32	384 sq ft	$1,000 – $2,700	12×32 in Duluth
14×24	336 sq ft	$1,075 – $2,875	14×24 in Duluth
14×32	448 sq ft	$1,250 – $3,250	14×32 in Duluth
16×32	512 sq ft	$1,450 – $3,600	16×32 in Duluth
16×40	640 sq ft	$1,700 – $4,050	16×40 in Duluth

Cost by distance from Duluth

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

Same-town move in Duluth (under 15 mi) Single trip, good driveway access, no permit in most cases. $400 – $850 Across the Duluth metro (15–40 mi) Typical local haul here runs 10–50 miles. $575 – $1,250 Regional Minnesota move (40–150 mi) Longer drive time, more likely to need an oversize permit. $1,000 – $2,150 Long distance (150+ mi) Priced per loaded mile, plus permits and escorts where required. $1,800 – $4,050+

Haulers working Duluth typically route via I-35, US-53, US-2 and MN-61. The summer months (June-September) are the primary window for moving to avoid heavy snow, frozen ground, and spring road weight restrictions..

Permit costs for a Duluth shed move

Minnesota treats a shed on a trailer as an oversize load once it exceeds 8'6" wide or 13'6" tall. Permits come from the MnDOT OS/OW Permits and generally run $15–$300 per single-trip move. Spring weight restrictions affect March–May moves. Escort vehicles, when required, typically add $250–$600 per day on top of the haul price.

In Duluth specifically: City of Duluth Engineering Division for city streets and the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) for state oversize permits.. Steep hills, older neighborhoods with narrow access, and tight lots are common challenges, especially closer to the lake..

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 Minnesota permit rules.

What raises or lowers your Duluth quote

Site access

Gate width, slope, soft ground, and overhead lines at both ends. Minnesota crews price extra time for lakes-region routes and seasonal frost-law weight limits.

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

The summer months (June-September) are the primary window for moving to avoid heavy snow, frozen ground, and spring road weight restrictions.

Backhaul luck

Haulers already running near Duluth 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.

Duluth shed moving cost FAQ

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

Most Duluth homeowners pay $450–$1,350 for a local shed move in 2026. Small sheds (8x10 and under) run $275–$725, mid-size buildings (10x12–12x16) run $725–$1,350, and 12x20 or larger buildings run $1,350–$2,700. Duluth is a small-city market, so pricing sits about 10% below the national baseline.

What affects shed moving cost in Duluth?

Distance, shed size and weight, site access at both ends, and permits. In Minnesota the biggest local factors are lakes-region routes and seasonal frost-law weight limits, plus steep hills, older neighborhoods with narrow access, and tight lots are common challenges, especially closer to the lake..

Do I need a permit to move a shed in Duluth, MN?

Minnesota requires an oversize permit once a load exceeds 8'6" wide or 13'6" tall. Permits are issued by the MnDOT OS/OW Permits and typically cost $15–$300 for a single-trip shed move. Spring weight restrictions affect March–May moves. Locally, City of Duluth Engineering Division for city streets and the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) for state oversize permits..

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

A local move in Duluth usually costs $450–$1,350, 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 Duluth shed move?

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

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