Buy or rent shipping containers — delivered.
The world's largest new & used shipping container marketplace. 20' and 40' containers to buy, rent, or rent-to-own, with delivery in 3–7 business days and a lowest-price guarantee.
- Buy a Container
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- Rent-to-Own
- Delivery
Looking for shipping containers for sale? Shipping Container World helps homeowners and businesses with Buy a Container, Container Rental and Rent-to-Own. Buy or rent at the world's largest new & used shipping container marketplace. Reach out for a fast, no-obligation quote — we'll walk you through your options in plain terms and take care of the details from there.
How it works
Get your free quote
Tell us what you need — online or by phone. You'll get a clear, no-obligation answer fast, with zero pressure.
Get a tailored plan
We match the right solution to your situation and explain your options up front — no jargon, no surprises.
We take care of the rest
Give us the go-ahead and we handle the details from start to finish, keeping you informed the whole way.
Our services
Shipping Container Sizes & Types
Every shipping container size and type in one place. Whether you're buying, renting, or planning a build, this guide covers the standard dimensions and the specialty options so you can match the right container to the job — then get a guaranteed lowest price from the world's largest container marketplace. ## Shipping container sizes All standard containers are 8 feet wide; length and height are what change. Standard height is 8'6", and a high cube adds a foot at 9'6". | Size | External (L × W × H) | Interior capacity | Best for | | 10ft | 10' × 8' × 8'6" | ~560 cu ft | tight lots, small or backyard storage | | 20ft | 20' × 8' × 8'6" | ~1,170 cu ft | the workhorse — storage, moving, jobsites | | 40ft | 40' × 8' × 8'6" | ~2,390 cu ft | the most space per dollar | | 20ft High Cube | 20' × 8' × 9'6" | ~1,320 cu ft | extra headroom in a short footprint | | 40ft High Cube | 40' × 8' × 9'6" | ~2,690 cu ft | tall loads, pallet racking, conversions | | 45ft High Cube | 45' × 8' × 9'6" | ~3,040 cu ft | maximum length and volume | ## Shipping container types | Type | What it is | Common use | | Standard (dry) | Enclosed steel box with cargo doors on one end | general cargo and storage | | High Cube | A foot taller (9'6") than a standard container | tall items and container builds | | Double-Door | Cargo doors on both ends (tunnel) | drive-through access, long loads | | Open-Side | Doors along the full length of one side | wide access, retail, jobsite tools | | Refrigerated (Reefer) | Insulated box with a powered cooling unit | cold or frozen storage, food and pharma | | Insulated | Lined, insulated walls with no power | temperature buffering without active cooling | | Flat Rack | Collapsible ends, no roof or sidewalls | oversized and heavy cargo | | Open Top | Removable tarp roof for top-loading | tall or bulky cargo loaded by crane | ## New or used — every size and type Each size and type comes new (one-trip, a near-pristine shell ideal for visible or modified builds) or used (cargo-worthy and wind-and-watertight grades — the most affordable way to own one for storage). Got your size and type? Tell us where it's going and you'll get a guaranteed lowest price, Marketplace Protection, and tilt-bed delivery in 3–7 business days — buy, rent, or rent-to-own.
Learn more →20ft Shipping Containers for Sale & Rent
The 20-foot container is the workhorse of the industry — 20' long, 8' wide, and 8'6" tall, with about 1,170 cubic feet inside (roughly 146 square feet of floor). It fits in a standard driveway or parking space, holds a small home or apartment's worth of furniture, and is light enough for tilt-bed delivery without a crane. Buy a 20' new (one-trip) or used, or rent one by the month. Wind- and watertight, lockable, and delivered in 3–7 business days with a guaranteed lowest price and Marketplace Protection on every order.
Learn more →Buy a Shipping Container
Own it outright. We have shipping containers for sale in every standard size and grade — new one-trip and used 20' and 40' units, plus 10' and 40' high cubes — with a guaranteed lowest price and delivery included. Standard, high-cube, double-door, and open-side; whether you call it a shipping container, a cargo container, a sea box, or a conex, you'll find it here. Tell us the size, condition, and where it's going and you'll get a real, all-in quote up front — no hidden fees — plus professional tilt-bed delivery in 3–7 business days and our Marketplace Protection, covering delivery assurance and 100% fraud protection. It's the simplest, most affordable way to buy a shipping container and own it for good.
Learn more →40ft Shipping Containers for Sale & Rent
The 40-foot container gives you the most storage per dollar — 40' long with about 2,390 cubic feet inside, double the capacity of a 20' for far less than twice the price. The 40' high cube adds a foot of height (9'6") for tall loads, pallet racking, or converting the box into a workspace. It needs about 60 feet of straight clearance for tilt-bed delivery, so we confirm access before we roll. Buy new (one-trip) or used, or rent by the month — wind- and watertight, guaranteed lowest price, delivered in 3–7 business days.
Learn more →Storage Containers for Sale & Rent
On-site storage that locks, stacks, and shrugs off the weather. A steel storage container turns wasted yard space into secure, ground-level storage for tools, inventory, equipment, and seasonal overflow — no climbing, no climate worries, no monthly self-storage drive. Buy one outright or rent by the month if you only need it for a season or a project. We carry 10', 20', and 40' portable storage containers, wind- and watertight and lockable, dropped right where you want them. Get a guaranteed lowest price to buy, a flat monthly rate to rent, and delivery in 3–7 business days from the world's largest container marketplace.
Learn more →Container Delivery
We deliver from depots nationwide in 3–7 business days. Every delivery is handled by a licensed, bonded driver who places the container exactly where you want it. Tilt-bed delivery means no crane needed for most placements. We confirm access and clearance before we roll, so drop-off is smooth and on schedule — backed by our Delivery Assurance guarantee.
Learn more →Refrigerated & Insulated Shipping Containers
A refrigerated container — a "reefer" — is an insulated steel container with a built-in refrigeration unit that holds temperatures from deep-freeze to chilled, for cold storage, food and pharma, or temperature-controlled job sites. Need climate protection without power? An insulated container keeps contents from baking or freezing using lined walls alone. We carry working reefers (20' and 40') and insulated dry containers, new and used, with the same guaranteed lowest price, Marketplace Protection, and 3–7 business-day delivery. Tell us your temperature range and run requirements and we'll match you to the right unit.
Learn more →Used Shipping Containers for Sale
Used (cargo-worthy) and wind-and-watertight containers cost less than new and are the smart pick for storage, job sites, and long-term static use. Every used 20' and 40' unit we list is graded — surface rust and cosmetic dents are normal, but the floor is solid and the doors seal. Tell us the size and grade you need and you'll get a guaranteed lowest price, the grade standard up front, and delivery in 3–7 business days. Buying used is the most affordable way to own a shipping container outright, backed by our Marketplace Protection — delivery assurance and 100% fraud protection.
Learn more →Rent-to-Own Containers
Build equity instead of paying rent forever. Our rent-to-own plans turn a low monthly payment into full ownership over 1, 2, or 3 years — no credit games, no balloon at the end. Start with a small first payment, take delivery now, and own the container when the term is up. Ask us for a plan that fits your budget.
Learn more →Shipping Container Rental
Need storage for a season, a project, or a move? A shipping container rental gives you secure, ground-level storage delivered straight to your site — no driving to a self-storage unit, no long-term commitment. Rent a portable storage container by the month: 10', 20', or 40', wind- and watertight, lockable, and dropped right where you need it by tilt-bed truck. A storage container rental is the flexible way to handle overflow inventory, jobsite tools, seasonal stock, or a home renovation — pay a flat monthly rate and we pick it up when you're done. Get a free quote in minutes from the world's largest container marketplace, with our guaranteed lowest price and delivery in 3–7 business days. Need it longer? Ask about buying or rent-to-own.
Learn more →How Much Does a Shipping Container Cost?
Shipping container prices depend on four things: size (10', 20', or 40'), condition (new "one-trip" vs. used), type (standard, high cube, refrigerated, or specialty), and how far it has to travel to you. As a rule, a used 20' is the most affordable entry point, a new 40' high cube sits at the top of the standard range, and delivery is priced by distance from the nearest depot. Because local supply and freight swing the final number, the only price that matters is a real quote for your size, condition, and ZIP. Tell us what you need and you'll get an all-in, guaranteed-lowest price up front — no surprises at delivery.
Learn more →Conex Boxes for Sale
"Conex box" is the original name for a steel shipping container — the term comes from the military CONEX (Container Express) boxes, and it still means the same thing today: a corrugated, weatherproof steel box built to ship cargo and store anything. We sell conex boxes in every standard size and condition, new (one-trip) and used. Whether you call it a conex, a cargo container, or a sea box, you get the same deal: a guaranteed lowest price, nationwide delivery in 3–7 business days, and Marketplace Protection on every order. Tell us the size and where it's going for an all-in quote.
Learn more →10ft Shipping Containers for Sale & Rent
When a 20' is more than you need, the 10-foot container is the compact answer — 10' long, 8' wide, and 8'6" tall, with around 560 cubic feet of lockable, weatherproof storage. It tucks into a small yard, a tight job site, or a side lot, and a forklift or tilt-bed truck places it almost anywhere. 10' units are modified from larger containers, so availability moves — tell us your timeframe and we'll source one. Buy outright or rent by the month, wind- and watertight with a guaranteed lowest price and delivery in 3–7 business days.
Learn more →Why choose Shipping Container World?
- ✓Buy or rent at the world's largest new & used shipping container marketplace.
- ✓A fast, no-obligation quote — online or by phone
- ✓Clear options and honest pricing, explained up front
- ✓Professional, friendly service from first contact to finish
- ✓Buy a Container handled with care
- ✓Container Rental handled with care
What customers say
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Frequently asked questions
- How does Shipping Container World work?
- Get a free, no-obligation quote online or by phone, review your options, and we take care of the rest — usually fast.
- How do I get started?
- Just reach out for your free quote online or by phone. Tell us what you need and we'll walk you through the next steps.
- How much does it cost?
- It depends on your needs. Get a free, no-obligation quote and we'll give you clear pricing up front — no guesswork, no surprises.
- How soon can you help?
- Often right away. Once you accept your quote, we schedule the work and keep you informed at every step.