Containers & starting prices

Storage, shipping, specialty, and modified containers.

Prices are starting estimates before freight, tax, market availability, site requirements, and requested modifications. Contact CSI for a confirmed delivered quote before making a purchase decision.

Condition matters

CSI helps you choose the right unit before you spend money moving steel.

Shipping containers are not all the same. A clean one-trip unit may be worth the premium for offices, retail, or visible commercial use. A used cargo-worthy or wind-and-watertight container may be the better value for job-site storage, farm equipment, or overflow inventory. CSI explains condition, expected cosmetic wear, door function, flooring, seals, and delivery considerations so the quote matches your actual use.

Typical quote details

  • Container type, size, height, and door configuration
  • Condition class and availability by market
  • Delivery ZIP, truck access, and placement expectations
  • Modification scope, color, ventilation, and security options
  • Estimated lead time and required site preparation

Standard Dry Containers

20ft and 40ft units for secure ground-level storage, shipping, commercial inventory, construction sites, farms, and residential overflow.

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High Cube Containers

Extra-height units with 9ft 6in exterior height for taller equipment, improved interior clearance, racking, workshops, and conversion projects.

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Modified Containers

Purpose-built shells with roll-up doors, personnel doors, windows, vents, insulation, electrical prep, partitions, paint, and office layouts.

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Refrigerated Containers

Temperature-controlled containers for cold storage, food distribution, events, agriculture, pharmaceutical overflow, and seasonal inventory.

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Compact Containers

Smaller 8ft, 10ft, and cut-down options where local availability permits, useful for tight residential or urban job sites.

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Specialty Access Units

Open side, double door, open top, flat rack, and custom access configurations for unusual loading needs or commercial operations.

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Project process

The container buying path, from inquiry to placement.

Every container type has different pricing, delivery, and preparation needs. CSI reviews those details before confirming a delivered quote.

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01

Inquiry & project fit

The customer shares container type, ZIP code, timeline, site access, use case, and whether the unit needs to stay standard or be modified.

02

Condition and size review

CSI helps compare standard, high cube, refrigerated, compact, or specialty access options, then explains condition choices and practical tradeoffs.

03

Sourcing and quote preparation

The team checks availability, inventory source, freight assumptions, requested accessories, taxes, and any modification scope before preparing the quote.

04

Preparation or modification

If custom work is needed, doors, vents, paint, insulation, electrical prep, windows, partitions, or office packages are planned before delivery.

05

Delivery planning

CSI reviews truck access, clearance, surface type, placement expectations, route issues, and whether extra equipment may be required.

06

Placement and follow-up

The container is delivered according to the agreed plan, and CSI remains available for questions about use, add-ons, or future container needs.

20ft Standard Container Get Quote

20ft Standard Container

$2,650

Residential storage, tools, parts, and tight delivery sites

A practical size for homes, farms, contractors, schools, and small facilities that need secure storage without giving up too much yard space. Used wind-and-watertight units may show cosmetic wear, but are selected for dry storage performance and structural usefulness.

Condition
Used / Wind & Watertight
Size
20ft x 8ft x 8ft 6in
  • Ground-level access
  • Lock box available
  • Forklift pockets
  • Fast regional delivery
40ft Standard Container Get Quote

40ft Standard Container

$3,250

Commercial inventory, equipment storage, and farm use

The workhorse option for businesses that need maximum cubic capacity at the best value. Ideal for palletized inventory, construction equipment, event materials, seasonal stock, and long-term overflow storage.

Condition
Used / Cargo Worthy
Size
40ft x 8ft x 8ft 6in
  • Double cargo doors
  • Weather-resistant steel
  • Large volume
  • Delivery coordination
40ft High Cube Container Get Quote

40ft High Cube Container

$4,150

Tall equipment, pallet racking, workshop conversions

A preferred shell for conversions and tall storage because the added height improves interior comfort, shelving options, and forklift loading. One-trip condition is best when appearance and a clean interior matter.

Condition
One Trip / Like New
Size
40ft x 8ft x 9ft 6in
  • Extra vertical clearance
  • Clean interior
  • CSC plate
  • Popular conversion shell
20ft Open Side Container Get Quote

20ft Open Side Container

$6,900

Retail pop-ups, wide equipment loading, event storage

Open side units make loading wide materials easier and are popular for retail, event, and job-site workflows. They are often quoted case by case because availability and freight can shift quickly by region.

Condition
New / One Trip
Size
20ft x 8ft x 8ft 6in
  • Full side access
  • Premium seals
  • Flexible loading
  • Great for modifications
Office & Storage Combo Get Quote

Office & Storage Combo

From $8,750

Construction sites, field offices, guard stations

A practical job-site solution that keeps workspace and secure storage in one footprint. Builds can include climate options, interior finish packages, plan tables, electrical service, and partitions.

Condition
Built to order
Size
20ft or 40ft builds
  • Insulation packages
  • Personnel door
  • Windows
  • Electrical options
Refrigerated Container Get Quote

Refrigerated Container

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Cold storage, food service, pharma, events

Reefer units support cold storage for food, beverage, agriculture, events, and inventory protection. CSI reviews power needs, temperature ranges, access, and maintenance expectations before quoting.

Condition
Available by market
Size
20ft and 40ft reefer units
  • Temperature control
  • Pre-trip inspection
  • Power requirements review
  • Rental or purchase options
Before you request pricing

Container buying notes.

Do listed prices include delivery?

Listed prices are starting estimates. Delivered pricing depends on ZIP code, current inventory source, truck type, fuel, distance, access, taxes, and requested modifications.

What does wind and watertight mean?

Wind and watertight containers are used units intended to keep ordinary weather out when doors, seals, roof, and walls are functioning properly. They may have dents, scuffs, patches, or surface rust.

What is a one-trip container?

A one-trip container is typically manufactured overseas, loaded once, and moved to the United States. It is usually the cleanest option for appearance-sensitive storage or modification projects.

Can CSI help choose the right size?

Yes. CSI can compare available sizes, site access, door configuration, interior height, shelving plans, and delivery requirements before you request a final quote.

Can containers be customized?

Yes. Common options include roll-up doors, personnel doors, windows, vents, lock boxes, insulation, paint, electrical prep, HVAC, shelving, partitions, and office/storage combinations.

Does CSI deliver nationwide?

CSI can coordinate container sourcing and delivery conversations across the United States where inventory, freight partners, and site access make service practical. Final availability is confirmed by quote.

Need something built instead of bought off the lot?

Container offices, workshops, equipment rooms, retail units, and hybrid storage builds can be quoted from your rough requirements.

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