Shipping Containers for Sale in San Antonio, Texas

Container deliveries to San Antonio are fulfilled from Houston shipping container depot (195 miles from San Antonio, pick-up option also available). To get the exact quote with delivery fees, select your preferred container type, enter your ZIP code, and get real-time, competitive pricing.

Container Options Available for San Antonio Delivery

San Antonio’s wide range of projects means customers often look for containers that can handle diverse conditions. We supply both standard and specialty units to meet these requirements.

Standard Shipping Containers in San Antonio

Standard storage containers in San Antonio are especially popular because they're easy to place, affordable, and practical for many everyday uses. They work well for suburban homeowners, contractors working on multi-phase builds, and small businesses storing inventory or equipment.

Our San Antonio standard unit options include:

New (One Trip) 20ft Standard Container

• Fresh paint and marine-grade floors
• Clean exterior with no rust or dents
• 10-year warranty
• Ideal for small equipment, household overflow, or home renovation storage

In our experience, customers in places like Stone Oak, Alamo Heights, and Northside neighborhoods rely on these units for short-term and long-term residential needs.

Used 20ft Premium Cargo-Worthy Container

• Professionally inspected
• Watertight and structurally sound
• Great for tools, supplies, ranch equipment, or contractor materials
• Budget-friendly option
• 1-year warranty

Compact used containers in San Antonio are popular with local landscaping companies, home service contractors, and rural property owners where structural reliability and lower budget take priority over aesthetics.

Used 40ft Premium Cargo-Worthy Container

• High value per square foot
• Suitable for business inventory, large equipment, furniture storage, or long-term warehousing
• Reinforced steel construction ensures decades of use
• 1-year warranty

Large ranches, business warehouses, and manufacturing operations around San Antonio often use 40ft containers for high-volume materials.

New (One Trip) 40ft High Cube Container

• Offers an extra foot of vertical clearance
• Great for shelving systems, oversized equipment, or buildout projects
• Clean exterior with factory finish
• 10-year warranty

High cubes are commonly used by event companies, creative businesses, and trades requiring tall machinery.

Delivery for standard units across San Antonio typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on your ZIP code.

Specialty Shipping Containers for Unique San Antonio Projects

San Antonio’s strong tourism, events, and creative culture have driven a growing interest in specialty container units. These containers offer different entry options, layouts, and extra space for niche applications.

Available specialty container units in San Antonio include:

• 20ft High Cube Container (New): Additional height with limited footprint makes it ideal for tall equipment storage, small workshops or motorcycle/ATV storage.
• New Open-Side Containers (20ft and 40ft HC): Full side access gives you unrestricted loading clearance. Best for large materials, retail displays, and event staging. Extremely popular among local festival organizers.
• New Double-Door Containers (20ft and 40ft HC): Provides tunnel access with entry points on both ends. Helpful for inventory rotation or jobsite workflow, commonly used by contractors and suppliers who need quick loading access.

Why San Antonio Customers Choose Viva Containers

San Antonio has a unique mix of industries, weather patterns, and property types. We’ve delivered hundreds of containers across the state, and our team understands the specific needs of both urban and rural San Antonio customers.

Local expertise for San Antonio area

We work with property owners, contractors, hospitality venues, and ranching operations throughout the region. No matter what project you’re taking on, our team can help you pick the right container for your goal and advise on its placement, future maintenance, or anything else you might be wondering about.

High-quality, fully inspected units with warranties

Every container is examined at least twice - by our on-site expert team and qualified drivers - to ensure structural integrity and weather resistance. You receive a unit that’s ready for immediate use and we back that with warranties, even for used units.

Transparent, real-time pricing

Your quote includes some of the most competitive container prices in the market and exact delivery price to your San Antonio ZIP code - no hidden fees or unexpected charges.

Shipping Container Prices in San Antonio, Texas

Container pricing in San Antonio depends on size, condition, and special features. Seasonal demand and supply plays a role too. While the city has strong year-round demand, our Texas warehouse network helps stabilize inventory and maintain competitive pricing.

Typical price ranges for containers in San Antonio, TX include:

• Used containers: $1,330 – $1,940
• New standard containers: $2,120 – $3,550
  
• Specialty high cube and open-side units: $3,320 – $7,170
  

Factors that influence San Antonio container cost

1. Condition: New containers are pristine and command higher prices, while used ones offer the best upfront savings.
2. Size: Larger units cost more but provide significantly better storage value.
3. Features: Open-side, double-door, and high-cube designs carry premium pricing.
4. Market conditions: Seasonal construction spikes and local demand can affect pricing.

Delivery Across San Antonio and Nearby Areas

We provide reliable container delivery throughout the entire San Antonio region, including rural properties. Our fleet uses tilt-bed trucks that place containers directly on your prepared surface and drivers are trained to do that without friction.

Before your container arrives, make sure you have:

• A clear, level placement area
• Sufficient truck turning space (50–80 ft preferred)
• No low tree limbs, wires, or overhangs
• A chosen placement direction (doors facing left, right, or outward)

Our scheduling team contacts you before delivery to confirm the route, timing, and final location.

We deliver across Texas:

• Houston (main depot, high volume inventory) – ZIP 77001–77299
• Dallas (dedicated depot with additional supply) – ZIP 75201–75398
• Austin – ZIP 73301–78799
• Woodville – ZIP 75979
• Texarkana – ZIP 75501–75505
• Fort Worth – ZIP 76006–76199
• El Paso – ZIP 79901–79938
• Corpus Christi – ZIP 78401–78480
• Lubbock – ZIP 79401–79499

These are only the main locations we deliver to most often. Wherever you’re located in Texas - we assure you we can get the container over to you fast and efficiently.

Depot Network Supporting San Antonio Deliveries

To ensure quick and cost-efficient deliveries to San Antonio, we operate from multiple depots across the region:

• New Orleans, LA
• Jacksonville, FL
• Memphis, TN
• Mobile, AL

This distribution network allows us to maintain a large selection of both new and used containers.

Common Uses for Shipping Containers in San Antonio

While most often our units are being used as storage containers in San Antonio, there is a surprising variety of alternatives. Common uses include:

Residential storage

Homeowners often buy used shipping containers in San Antonio for:

• Storing furniture during renovations
• Protecting lawn equipment and tools
• Seasonal items such as decorations or outdoor gear
• Temporary storage during a move

Communities like Alamo Ranch, Cibolo, and Shavano Park often rely on containers because they provide instant, secure space with minimal setup.

Ranch and agricultural use

In rural zones outside San Antonio, such as Von Ormy, Elmendorf, and Somerset, containers, especially used 40ft HC ones, are heavily used for:

• Feed and supply storage
• Tractor tools and equipment
• ATVs, hay, and livestock-related gear
• Workshop or mechanical repair spaces

The durability of steel containers makes them ideal for outdoor ranch environments.

Contractor jobsite storage

San Antonio’s construction growth has led to increased container use for:

• Material staging
• Secure tool storage
• Temporary office setups
• Electrical or plumbing materials

High cube containers are especially popular for trades that need vertical storage, such as HVAC and fabrication teams.

Business and commercial use

Local businesses frequently use containers to support operations:

• Retail stock overflow
• Brewery equipment storage
• Archival records for corporate offices
• Packaging and shipping supplies
• Restaurant or event equipment storage

Hotels and event venues near the River Walk use them to store staging gear, lighting, and décor.

Events and tourism

San Antonio’s busy tourism industry makes shipping containers a perfect solution for event organizers and vendors. They’re ideal for:

• Ticket booths
• Merch stands
• Temporary bars
• Art or product displays
• Storage during multi-day festivals

Open-side units are especially popular during Fiesta, cultural markets, and large events held near Market Square and Hemisphere Park.

Creative and workspace conversions

The city’s growing maker and entrepreneurial communities use containers for:

• Artist studios
• Recording or rehearsal spaces
• Small commercial kitchens
• Portable offices
• Mobile workshops

With some modifications, containers can become affordable creative spaces compared to leasing commercial real estate.

Get the Best Deals on Shipping Containers in San Antonio

Ordering a container in San Antonio is simple: browse our inventory online, choose your preferred unit, and instantly calculate delivery to your ZIP code. Our team is always ready to help you select the right size, condition, and configuration based on your project.