Shipping Containers for Sale in Austin, Texas

Please note: Container deliveries to Austin are fulfilled from Houston shipping container depot (165 miles from Austin, 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.

Standard Storage Containers Available in Austin

Standard 20ft and 40ft containers are the most widely used units in Central Texas. Their versatility makes them suitable for homeowners, construction managers, ranches, and small businesses looking for reliable storage with minimal setup.

Popular standard units available for Austin delivery:

New 20ft Standard Container

• Most popular option for residential storage in neighborhoods like Mueller or North Austin
• Comes with fresh paint, marine-grade flooring, and a 10-year warranty
• Perfect for tools, household storage, and small business inventory

Used 20ft Cargo Worthy Container

• Most budget friendly option
• Fully inspected for structural integrity, 1-year warranty
• Excellent for jobsite storage, landscaping tools, or equipment rental businesses
• Wind and watertight with ISO certification

Used 40ft Cargo Worthy Container

• Best value per square foot
• Works well for large equipment, palletized inventory, or long-term yard storage
• Commonly used by Austin-area contractors and logistics companies
• 1-year warranty

New 40ft High Cube Container

• Extra 12 inches of height for tall shelves, large machinery, or creative builds
• Often used for studio space conversions, warehouse overflow, or mobile workshop setups

All standard units delivered to Austin arrive via tilt-bed truck for easy drop-off. Typical delivery time ranges from 2–5 business days, depending on your ZIP code, order volume, and weather conditions.

Specialty Shipping Containers for Austin Projects

Austin has that creative and entrepreneurial culture that fuels the city’s spirit. Among projects like retail pop-ups, art installations, breweries and temporary bar setups, or general workspaces, specialty containers that provide flexible entry points and expanded vertical space find their niche popularity.

Available specialty containers include:

20ft High Cube (New)

• Added internal height with minimal footprint
• Popular for micro-offices, compact workshops, and vertical storage solutions

New Open-Side Containers (20ft and 40ft HC)

• Full-length opening along the entire side
• Great for loading wide-format materials, staging equipment for events, or displaying merchandise
• Commonly used at Austin festivals, fabrication shops, and art studios

New Double-Door Containers (20ft and 40ft HC)

• Doors on both ends for easy tunnel entry
• Often used by contractors working along long job corridors
• Helpful for businesses handling inventory rotation

Why Choose Viva Containers in Austin, TX?

Austin’s residential neighborhoods, rural outskirts, and commercial growth makes container use cases very diverse. We’ve supplied containers to just about anyone - tech companies, contractors, breweries, ranches, homeowners, and mobile businesses throughout Travis County and the surrounding area. Our goal is to make every order simple, predictable, and well-supported.

With Viva Containers, you get:

• Quality-controlled units that meet industry storage standards
• Accurate, all-inclusive pricing with delivery clearly stated in your quote
• Fast Texas-wide delivery with reliable placement and professional scheduling
• Local insight into common Austin applications

We focus on transparency and fast turnaround. When you request a quote, you get the exact price delivered to your Austin ZIP code - no extra fuel surcharges, no surprise unloading or handling fees.

Shipping Container Prices in Austin, Texas

Container prices vary depending on size, condition, and add-on features. Austin typically sees steady availability, but market conditions and seasonal construction demand can influence prices.

Typical price ranges for Austin shipping container buyers:

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

Container pricing factors:

1. Condition: New units cost more and have pristine aesthetics, while used units are a bit worn but more economical.
2. Size: Larger units are usually 20–35% higher than their 20ft counterparts.
3. Features: Side doors, double doors, and high-cube profiles increase cost.
4. Regional demand: Austin’s busy construction and event seasons sometimes affect inventory levels.

If you need a precise quote, simply enter your Austin ZIP code during checkout.

Container Delivery in Austin and the Surrounding Areas

We deliver shipping containers throughout Austin and Central Texas using professional, qualified drivers with excellent turnaround times. However, we have to work as a team to maximize your container’s setup success.

Delivery tips and requirements

• Level, compact ground (gravel, concrete, asphalt, or packed dirt)
• Sufficient turning space for the tilt-bed truck
• No overhead obstructions such as power lines or low tree branches
• Clear placement instructions (front door or rear door orientation)

Our logistics team will call you right after your order to qualify details and before the truck arrives to confirm access conditions and final placement.

Delivery coverage across Texas

We deliver to all major cities around Austin and across Texas, including:

• Houston, TX (main depot) – ZIPs 77001–77299
• Dallas, TX (supporting depot)– ZIPs 75201–75252
• El Paso, TX (supporting depot) – ZIP codes 79901–79999
• Woodville, TX – ZIP 75979
• Texarkana, TX – ZIPs 75501–75503
• San Antonio, TX – ZIPs 78201–78266
• Pflugerville, TX – ZIP 78660
• Round Rock, TX – ZIPs 78664–78665
• Cedar Park, TX – ZIP 78613
• Leander, TX – ZIP 78641
• Buda, TX – ZIP 78610

If you’re in Travis County, Williamson County, Hays County, or anywhere else in Texas for that matter, we can deliver your container.

Popular Uses for Shipping Containers in Austin

Here’s how our customers from Austin commonly put their containers to work:

Residential and ranch storage

Homeowners and rural property owners around Austin often use containers for:

• Storing mountain bikes, kayaks, paddleboards, or camping gear
• Protecting tools and supplies at ranches in Dripping Springs or Manor
• Seasonal décor and household overflow
• Lawn equipment and workshop tools

Shipping containers offer a secure alternative to building a shed, in most areas even without construction permits.

Contractor and jobsite applications

With construction across Central Texas, contractors rely heavily on shipping containers for:

• On-site tool and material storage
• Temporary offices
• Electrical, plumbing, and HVAC staging
• Long-term jobsite equipment security

High cube units are especially popular for mobile workstations, welding rigs, or millwork setups.

Business storage and operations

Many Austin businesses use containers as flexible operational space. Common examples include:

• Inventory overflow for retail shops in the Domain or South Congress
• Temperature-modified units for specialty goods
• Secure archives or document storage

For growing companies that need space without committing to new warehouse leases, containers are a cost-effective solution.

Events, festivals and creative installations

Austin’s event scene often relies on containers. They’re ideal for:

• Pop-up retail booths
• Ticket offices and entrance checkpoints
• Mobile merch stands
• Equipment storage for multi-day festivals
• Modular bar setups
• Art installations and maker projects

Open-side units and double-door units are especially popular for events due to ease of access and potential for eye-catching displays.

Workshops, studios and small commercial spaces

Austin’s maker and creative communities frequently convert containers into:

• Art studios
• Fabrication workshops
• Recording rooms or jam spaces
• Mobile coffee stands
• Small offices for solopreneurs or freelancers

With Austin’s rising commercial rent prices, containers offer an affordable alternative for creatives and small business owners.

Find the Best Shipping Container Deals in Austin Today

Purchasing a shipping container in Austin shouldn’t be complicated. Browse our current inventory, select the unit that fits your project, and instantly calculate delivery to your ZIP code. Our team is available to recommend the right size, condition, and door configuration based on your plans.