Antique furniture combines two cost drivers most movers charge extra for: real weight (solid wood, marble tops, cast iron) and fragility (veneer, glass, aged joints, clock mechanisms). Specialty movers pad, crate and blanket-wrap rather than shrink-wrap.
| Type | Typical weight | Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Single small piece (dresser, nightstand) | 75-150 lb | $815–$1,150 |
| Grandfather / longcase clock | 150-250 lb | $1,360–$1,920 |
| Large cabinet (armoire, wardrobe, china cabinet) | 250-400 lb | $1,770–$2,495 |
| Full antique furniture set / collection | varies | $2,175–$3,075 |
For a large cabinet (armoire, wardrobe, china cabinet), expect roughly $1,770–$2,495 over the 980-mile move.
Long-distance specialty movers often combine multiple items on one truck run, so the per-mile rate drops as the route gets longer — short moves pay a premium for a dedicated trip.
Size/weight class of the antique furniture, how many flights of stairs at pickup or delivery, and how far in advance you can book a truck.