Illustrative image New · one-trip Standard height
10ft Shipping Container — New (One-Trip)
from $4,650
Starting price as of Oct 21, 2026
Color subject to depot stock
Shipping Containers for Sale
Compare quotes for new (one-trip) and used shipping containers from 10 to 53 feet from up to 5 sellers in your region; a used 20ft starts at $1,400 this week, before delivery. Storage containers, sea containers, cargo containers and conex boxes are the same steel boxes, quoted for any address in the 48 contiguous states; the service is free and you’re under no obligation to accept a quote.
Enter your ZIP code to check that we cover your address. Up to 5 sellers serving it send you their delivered prices after you send your request.
All 15 container models
Card prices are starting prices for the week of Oct 21, 2026, container only.
The seller’s guarantee. The seller you choose sets what’s guaranteed and for how long, what you can refuse at delivery, how you pay and how you can cancel; check that each quote puts it in writing, so you can compare before you accept. Our service is free, your request goes to up to 5 sellers we’ve checked for licensing and insurance, and you don’t have to accept any quote. What to check in a quote.
Filters: size, condition, height, doors · sort by price
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Illustrative image New · one-trip Standard height
20ft Shipping Container — New (One-Trip)
from $2,750
Starting price as of Oct 21, 2026
Color subject to depot stock
Illustrative image Used Standard height
20ft Shipping Container — Used
from $1,400
Wind & watertight · starting price as of Oct 21, 2026
Grades: cargo worthy or wind & watertight
Illustrative image New · one-trip High cube
20ft High Cube Shipping Container — New (One-Trip)
from $4,620
Starting price as of Oct 21, 2026
Color subject to depot stock
Illustrative image New · one-trip Standard height Double door
20ft Double Door Shipping Container — New (One-Trip)
from $4,100
Starting price as of Oct 21, 2026
Color subject to depot stock
Illustrative image New · one-trip Standard or high cube Open side
20ft Open Side Shipping Container — New (One-Trip)
from $6,750
Starting price as of Oct 21, 2026
Color subject to depot stock
Illustrative image New · one-trip Standard height
40ft Shipping Container — New (One-Trip)
from $5,350
Starting price as of Oct 21, 2026
Color subject to depot stock
Illustrative image Used Standard height
40ft Shipping Container — Used
from $1,900
Wind & watertight · starting price as of Oct 21, 2026
Grades: cargo worthy or wind & watertight
Illustrative image New · one-trip High cube
40ft High Cube Shipping Container — New (One-Trip)
from $3,900
Starting price as of Oct 21, 2026
Color subject to depot stock
Illustrative image Used High cube
40ft High Cube Shipping Container — Used
from $1,980
Wind & watertight · starting price as of Oct 21, 2026
Grades: cargo worthy or wind & watertight
Illustrative image New · one-trip High cube Double door
40ft High Cube Double Door Shipping Container — New (One-Trip)
from $4,800
Starting price as of Oct 21, 2026
Color subject to depot stock
Illustrative image New · one-trip High cube Open side
40ft High Cube Open Side Shipping Container — New (One-Trip)
from $7,750
Four sets of side doors · starting price as of Oct 21, 2026
Color subject to depot stock
Illustrative image Used High cube
45ft High Cube Shipping Container — Used
from $5,000
Cargo worthy · starting price as of Oct 21, 2026
Grades: cargo worthy
Illustrative image Used High cube
53ft High Cube Shipping Container — Used
from $9,500
Wind & watertight · starting price as of Oct 21, 2026
Grades: wind & watertight
New Mini or full-width
8ft Shipping Container — New
Price on request
On request from sellers in our network, priced in their quotes
Made to order or cut to size
Need cold storage? Refrigerated containers (reefers), used and new, in 20ft and 40ft high cube. Need to keep heat, frost or damp out? Insulated and climate-controlled containers. Need a workspace? Shipping container offices, 10ft to 40ft. Need wide access? Containers with roll-up doors. All modified containers.
Compare shipping and storage containers at a glance
| Container | Inside (L × W × H) | Condition | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10ft, new | about 9′3″ × 7′8½″ × 7′10″ (2.82 × 2.35 × 2.39 m) | New (one-trip) | $4,650 |
| 20ft, new | about 19′4″ × 7′8½″ × 7′10″ (5.90 × 2.35 × 2.39 m) | New (one-trip) | $2,750 |
| 20ft, used | about 19′4″ × 7′8½″ × 7′10″ (5.90 × 2.35 × 2.39 m) | Cargo worthy (CW) or wind & watertight (WWT) | $1,400 |
| 20ft high cube, new | about 19′4″ × 7′8½″ × 8′10″ (5.90 × 2.35 × 2.69 m) | New (one-trip) | $4,620 |
| 20ft double door, new | Varies by model | New (one-trip) | $4,100 |
| 20ft open side, new | about 19′4″ × 7′6″–7′8″ × 7′6½″–7′9½″ (5.90 × 2.29–2.34 × 2.30–2.38 m) at standard height | New (one-trip) | $6,750 |
| 40ft, new | about 39′5½″ × 7′8½″ × 7′10″ (12.03 × 2.35 × 2.39 m) | New (one-trip) | $5,350 |
| 40ft, used | about 39′5½″ × 7′8½″ × 7′10″ (12.03 × 2.35 × 2.39 m) | Cargo worthy (CW) or wind & watertight (WWT) | $1,900 |
| 40ft high cube, new | about 39′5½″ × 7′8½″ × 8′10″ (12.03 × 2.35 × 2.69 m) | New (one-trip) | $3,900 |
| 40ft high cube, used | about 39′5½″ × 7′8½″ × 8′10″ (12.03 × 2.35 × 2.69 m) | Cargo worthy (CW) or wind & watertight (WWT) | $1,980 |
| 40ft high cube double door, new | Varies by model | New (one-trip) | $4,800 |
| 40ft high cube open side, new | Varies by model | New (one-trip), four sets of side doors | $7,750 |
| 45ft high cube, used | about 44′3″–44′6″ × 7′8″–7′8½″ × 8′10″ (13.49–13.56 × 2.34–2.35 × 2.69–2.70 m) | Cargo worthy (CW) | $5,000 |
| 53ft high cube, used | about 52′3″ × 8′2″ × 8′10″ (15.93 × 2.49 × 2.69 m) | Wind & watertight (WWT) | $9,500 |
| 8ft, new | about 7′6″ × 6′11″ × 6′9″ (2.29 × 2.11 × 2.06 m) | New | On request |
Every size, door opening and weight in one place: shipping container dimensions.
New or used: which grade do you need?
| Grade | What it is | Pick it for | From (20ft · 40ft) |
|---|---|---|---|
| New (one-trip) | Made recently and shipped once with cargo, then sold: straight panels and clean paint, maybe a scuff from handling | Conversions, offices and anything where looks matter | $2,750 · $3,900 (high cube) |
| Cargo worthy (CW) | Retired from ocean service but still wind & watertight and sound enough to pass the CSC safety exam for sea transport; dents and rust spots are part of it | Storage you might ship goods in or resell later | $1,550 · $2,060 |
| Wind & watertight (WWT) | Retired from ocean service; keeps out wind and rain and the doors seal, but it isn’t rated to carry cargo at sea | Storage on your land for the least money | $1,400 · $1,900 |
A container that just sits on your land as storage rarely needs more than wind & watertight; pay the cargo worthy premium only if it might go back to sea or be resold. Container grades explained.
Where we take requests
Anywhere in the 48 contiguous states; Alaska and Hawaii aren’t covered. Each seller prices delivery from its depot, typically $300–$600 when you’re near one, and sets the date, usually 3–7 business days after you accept. That’s why every price on this page is a starting price until sellers have quoted your address.
Local depot prices: Houston, TX · Dallas–Fort Worth, TX · Los Angeles–Long Beach, CA · Chicago, IL · San Antonio, TX · Tampa, FL · Nashville, TN · Denver, CO · Phoenix, AZ · Kansas City, MO and KS · Detroit, MI · New York and Newark.
Shipping containers under $1,000?
Rarely, and not with a guarantee: this week the only sub-$1,000 listings we found from large national sellers were containers sold as-is. Our lowest starting price is $1,400, for a used 20ft wind & watertight container, before delivery. Be wary of whole containers advertised far below that, especially when the seller asks for a deposit by wire, gift card or payment app: warning signs on our price guide.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to buy a shipping container?
From a seller with a depot near you, so delivery stays affordable. Before you pay, get three things in writing: the grade (one-trip, cargo worthy or wind & watertight), the delivered price with sales tax, and the delivery date. The same applies whether you call it a shipping, storage or freight container. How buying works here.
How much does a shipping container cost?
This week, a used 20ft starts at $1,400 and a new one at $2,750; a used 40ft starts at $1,900 and a new 40ft high cube at $3,900, all before delivery. See 20ft container prices, 40ft container prices, small containers or the full price guide.
How much do several shipping containers cost?
Multiply the starting price by the number you need: this week, four used 20ft containers start at $5,600 and twelve at $16,800, before delivery. For a multi-container order, send one quote request, and sellers near you quote a delivered total for the whole order.
Is a conex box the same as a shipping container?
Yes. In the US, “conex” is a common name for a steel shipping container; the word comes from an old US Army container system. Conex boxes, storage containers and cargo containers are names for the same steel boxes, and our 20ft and 40ft models follow standard ISO sizes. What a conex box is.
Do I need a permit to put a shipping container on my property?
It depends on your city or county, and sometimes on your HOA. Some places treat a container as a storage building; others limit how long it can stay or where it can sit. Check before delivery: how to find your local rules.
Is a shipping container cheaper than a shed?
It depends on the shed. A used 20ft container gives you about 150 sq ft of lockable, weatherproof storage from $1,400 this week, plus delivery (typically $300–$600 near a depot). Compare that with shed quotes for the same floor area, foundation and assembly included. Container vs shed.