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Looking to buy a durable and affordable shipping container in Seattle? Viva Containers makes it easy with fast delivery across the Seattle area and a well-stocked local inventory. Our Seattle terminal offers a wide range of new and used 20ft shipping containers, 40ft storage containers, and 40ft high-cube units, along with specialty options for projects with specific container requirements. With clear, transparent pricing and no hidden fees, Viva Containers makes it easy to get the shipping container you need at a fair, predictable cost.
Seattle is a major port city with a booming tech industry, making it ideal for shipping container solutions. The Port of Seattle is one of the busiest container gateways in the US, meaning there’s a constant stream of containers ready to be repurposed and resold.
With Seattle’s development, real estate continues to become more expensive. Combined with additional concerns about the sustainability of rapid expansion, some Seattleites are looking towards shipping containers as a new opportunity. Shipping containers are scalable options that can be used for both storage and business. Throughout Seattle in areas like SoDo, Ballard, and South Lake Union, shipping containers are becoming an even larger part of the city’s bustling urban fabric.
High Cube Containers have added height, at 9’6” tall compared to the standard 8’6”, making it a popular choice for creative projects. They fit well in urban environments and can be a great option for startups looking for mobile office solutions in high-rent locations across Seattle. Beyond workspaces, they can be ideal for double-stacked builds or loft-style studios, shops, or workshops.
Open Side Containers are a common sight within Seattle’s vibrant food and arts scene. They are perfect for food truck vendors, mobile galleries, and pop-ups. Easily customizable and versatile, your open side containers can look at home anywhere from the bustling Pike Place Market to the historic Georgetown district.
Viva Containers makes receiving your storage container straightforward. Our reliable transport service covers all of Washington, with deliveries typically completed in 2–5 business days. We use purpose-built tilt-bed vehicles that don't require any special machinery on your end – simply prepare the drop-off spot, and we'll take care of the rest.
To ensure smooth delivery, you'll need to arrange a flat, even surface with enough room for our vehicle to access and offload. Check the area above for potential obstructions like tree limbs, power lines, or building overhangs that might interfere with placement. Our crew will assess site conditions before your container arrives.
For detailed setup instructions, check out our Buyer's Guide. After you complete your purchase, we coordinate everything from scheduling to final positioning.
We serve every corner of Washington, with frequent deliveries to:
These locations are just an example of the areas we serve. Regardless of your Washington address, Viva Containers ships from the closest facility to keep transportation expenses and wait times as low as possible.
Find more container possibilities. Check out listings in neighboring areas or states near Seattle:
Shipping containers can be used in more ways than one. Seattle’s versatility due to its unique combination of port access, booming creative industries, and vibrant urban neighborhoods has produced creative, cost-effective uses of shipping containers, including:
The use of shipping containers can even be a highlight of retail spaces in Seattle. Take note of Humble Pie, a sustainable pizza restaurant tucked into Seattle’s International District! The pizzeria is constructed from two shipping containers equipped with solar panels, a green roof, and even a chicken coop. To further decorate the place, it’s also been fitted with FSC-certified lumber to give it a more rustic look.


The store embraces low-cost, eco-conscious design beyond just the shipping container – including reclaimed materials, using captured rainwater, and even a reused toilet — to stay true to its mission. Serving wood-fired pizzas and signature pies, the kitchen is sustainable, functional, and operates entirely out of a shipping container.
Beyond utilizing the inside of the container, the outside of the container is used just as effectively. Humble Pie uses their roof as a green garden, supplying fresh herbs used on their pizzas and a small chicken coop for egg toppings. They foster a social outdoor environment with picnic-style seating perfect for communal gatherings.
Humble Pie is a fantastic example of how shipping containers in Seattle can be effectively modified, bring people together, and establish the identity of any retail space.
Before deciding to purchase a shipping container in Seattle, it’s important to reference local building codes and permit requirements to ensure you can actually put them to use:
For further information on container permits and code compliance, reference the Seattle Department of Constructions & Inspections website as well as the Land Use Code. Always consult with the Seattle Department of Constructions & Inspections before placing your container - the last thing you would want for your great project is an unexpected fine!
We offer both 20 and 40-foot containers across new and used, open side, and high-cube container options.
It depends on the exact location, but in the Seattle metro area, delivery can typically be expected within 2-5 business days. Pickup is also available from various depots in the area.
Yes. However, it must comply with local and city regulations concerning building codes for residential structures, including utilities and insulation. Consult the Seattle Department of Constructions & Inspections for more information.
Yes. While all containers are wind and water resistant, it’s possible to add additional weatherproofing upgrades to ensure that your container easily handles Seattle’s rainy weather.
Yes. Both delivery and individual pick-up options are available. Pick up can be done from the Seattle depot.
We at Viva Containers believe that your satisfaction is our priority. If you’re not satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 30-day money back guarantee. In order to redeem the guarantee, make sure to contact us within the timeframe. We will refund the full purchase price minus delivery costs and handling fees.
Yes! Aside from the aforementioned Humble Pie pizza store, there are multiple success stories of containers being used for business in Seattle. For example, Cherry Street Farm, a hydroponic farm and community kitchen that blends sustainable urban farming with community engagement. CTA Design Builders is also a fantastic example of business-forward container use, creating a two-story office built from stacked shipping containers. The bottom unit includes a shower, kitchenette, and storage room, while the upper floor includes a main office and rooftop garden.




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Excellent company, purchased two used 40’ High Cube containers and they were delivered within a week. Maggie is very thorough and provided excellent communication...
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Viva Containers/Maggie was great in the process of purchasing a 20ft cargo container. The whole process took 7 days at very fair price and the container was in good condition...
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We ordered a New, once used 40’ Hi-Cube. Communication was great throughout the process. From placing the order to delivery was 5 days ...
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I bought 2 new 20' containers and then followed up with a new 40' high cube. The containers were in excellent condition. One of the 20'ers has ...
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