Murrumba Downs 4503 sits on a natural plateau between Fresh Water Creek to the north and the North Pine River to the south, about 24 kilometres north of Brisbane CBD via the Bruce Highway. The suburb is bounded to the east by the Bruce Highway and to the west by Kallangur, and is characterised by well-maintained 1990s and 2000s brick homes on regular 600–700 m² lots. Goodfellows Road and Ogg Road are the main arterials — home to Murrumba State Secondary College and Undurba State School respectively — and the suburb’s compact layout means moving trucks rarely face more than a few turns off the Bruce Highway before arriving at a residential address. Whether you’re relocating into the area from inner Brisbane or moving within the northern corridor, Relocation Rangers handles Murrumba Downs moves with a same-team approach that doesn’t change based on distance.
We’re rated 5.0★ from 181 Google reviews. The crew who wraps your belongings at pick-up is the same crew at delivery — no depot transfers, no handoffs.
Why Murrumba Downs residents choose Relocation Rangers
- Same team throughout — the same crew from pick-up to placement, no exceptions.
- North Brisbane and Moreton Bay network — we connect Murrumba Downs to Strathpine, Redcliffe, Kallangur, Narangba, and across the Moreton Bay region.
- Established home experience — 1990s brick homes on concrete slabs with internal stairs and double garages are standard Murrumba Downs inventory.
- Bruce Highway access — efficient north-south moves on one of SEQ’s main corridors.
What you’ll pay
- 2 movers + truck from $195/hr Mon–Fri, 2-hour minimum. Full pricing →
- 3 movers + truck from $260/hr — recommended for 4-bedroom homes or when there’s a full garage and workshop to move.
- Weekend moves attract a small surcharge — call for a quote.
- Public holidays — available with surcharge; call to confirm availability.
- Fuel levy: $14 per local move.
- Expert Kitchen Prep: $599 — appliances disconnected, wrapped, and reconnected.
- Callout fee: We do have a callout fee based on the distance of the job to our depot.
Murrumba Downs pricing scenarios
| Property type | Crew | Estimated time | Approx. cost (excl. fuel) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-bed brick home, Ogg Road area | 2 movers | 4–5 hrs | $780–$975 |
| 4-bed home, double garage, Goodfellows Road estate | 3 movers | 5–6 hrs | $1,300–$1,560 |
| 2-bed townhouse, North Pine River corridor | 2 movers | 3–4 hrs | $585–$780 |
| 4-bed + shed + outdoor furniture | 3 movers | 6–7 hrs | $1,560–$1,820 |
All estimates based on a Murrumba Downs local move. Add $14 fuel levy. Weekend small surcharge applies.
A real Murrumba Downs move
We moved a family from a 3-bedroom brick home near Ogg Road, Murrumba Downs, to a larger 4-bedroom property in Narangba — a typical northern corridor upgrade move. The job ran 5 hours with a crew of two: 2 hours loading (full furniture suite, outdoor setting, chest freezer, shed contents), 15 minutes on the Bruce Highway, and 2.5 hours placing at the new Narangba home. Total: $975 plus $14 fuel. The Murrumba Downs property had a staircase to the main bedroom level that added 15 minutes to the load — our crew used stair sliders and furniture straps as standard, so no scratching on the tiled steps.
Local knowledge — Murrumba Downs
Murrumba Downs has wide residential streets and generous verge space — most addresses have no trouble accommodating a standard moving truck. The main access challenge is internal stairs: many of the 1990s two-storey homes in the suburb have tiled staircases to the upper bedrooms, and moving bulky furniture like king-bed frames and large wardrobes requires stair sliders and a clear plan before any lifting starts.
The suburb’s proximity to the Bruce Highway means noise from the motorway is a factor for homes on the eastern boundary. These homes tend to have enhanced backyard entertainment areas — outdoor kitchens, pool furniture, pergolas — that increase the load compared to a typical 3-bedroom home of the same footprint. We ask about outdoor furniture and shed contents at booking to right-size the truck.
Schools, parks and transport
Undurba State School on Ogg Road serves the primary catchment, with Murrumba State Secondary College on Goodfellows Road as the local high school — one of Queensland’s newer purpose-built secondary schools, opened in 2012. The North Pine River corridor provides walking and cycling paths along the southern boundary. The Bruce Highway makes car-based commuting to Brisbane CBD straightforward; the closest train station is Petrie, a short drive west, connecting to the Caboolture line into Brisbane. The suburb’s position between the North Pine River and Fresh Water Creek means flood awareness is relevant for ground-floor storage areas — something we check at booking for any home near these waterways.
Need storage too?
Settlement timing gaps or staging a sale? Our secure Brisbane storage at $150/week per 20ft container keeps your belongings protected, with the same team managing collection and delivery.
What our Murrumba Downs customers say
“Two-man crew for a 3-bedroom — efficient, careful with the stairs, no scratches anywhere. Done in 5 hours including the drive to Narangba.” — D. & W. Svensson, Murrumba Downs
“Great communication from booking to delivery. They were on time, worked quickly, and left our new place looking exactly as we’d asked.” — P. Sharma, Murrumba Downs
Common move types in Murrumba Downs
Murrumba Downs generates three recurring move patterns. The most common is the northern corridor upgrade: families purchasing their first 4-bedroom home in Narangba, Deception Bay, or Caboolture after starting in a 3-bedroom Murrumba Downs property — a well-worn path up the Bruce Highway. Second is the Petrie station move: residents who commute to Brisbane by train tend to select properties within driving distance of Petrie station, and this cluster turns over frequently as family sizes change. Third is the school catchment move: Murrumba State Secondary College’s reputation means families move into the suburb specifically for the catchment, often from Strathpine or Kallangur, making this a common inbound short-haul move type for our crew.
North Pine River corridor properties — particularly those with rear-yard access to the river foreshore — often include boat storage areas, fishing equipment, and large outdoor furniture. We assess all outdoor inventory at booking to ensure the right truck size.
Frequently asked questions — Murrumba Downs removalists
Q: Do you service other Moreton Bay suburbs from Murrumba Downs?
Yes — Kallangur, Narangba, Petrie, Strathpine, Redcliffe, and Caboolture are all regular destinations from Murrumba Downs. The Bruce Highway makes north-south moves very efficient.
Q: My home has tiled internal stairs. Can your crew handle that safely?
Yes — we use stair sliders, furniture straps, and blanket padding as standard on all staircase moves. Tiled stairs are common in Murrumba Downs and our crew is experienced with them.
Q: Are there flood risks I should know about for ground-floor storage near the North Pine River?
Some properties near the river boundary have ground-floor storage below the habitable floor level. We check this at booking and can advise on how to pack and prioritise items for a move from any flood-affected area. We don’t replace flood advice — check Council flood maps for your specific address.
Q: How far is Murrumba Downs from your depot?
We do have a callout fee based on the distance of the job to our depot. Murrumba Downs is in our regular northern service corridor. Call or book online for a specific quote including the callout.
Q: Can you do early starts in Murrumba Downs?
Yes — 7 am starts are standard for weekday and weekend moves in this area.
Q: Do you move interstate from Murrumba Downs?
Yes. Sydney from $190/m³, Melbourne from $320/m³, and other interstate destinations also covered. Long-distance info →
Ready to move in Murrumba Downs?
Book your Murrumba Downs move → or call (07) 3472 7573. Same-team movers, 5.0★ rated, Moreton Bay specialists.
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