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Shipping Containers for Sale in Austin, TX

Affordable 20ft and 40ft shipping containers delivered directly to Austin, Texas. Price includes delivery.


Looking to buy shipping containers in Austin, TX? Container One offers the widest selection of new, used, and modified shipping containers available across Austin and greater Travis County. Austin is the fastest-growing major US city and the epicenter of a technology and advanced manufacturing expansion that has no parallel in the southern United States. The arrival of Tesla's Gigafactory Texas, Samsung's $17 billion semiconductor fab in nearby Taylor, and the rapid buildout of campuses by Apple, Google, Amazon, Oracle, and Meta has transformed the greater Austin metro into a construction and logistics market that operates year-round at full pace. From 20ft containers for job-site storage on East Austin construction projects to bulk 40ft units for semiconductor fab supply chain staging in Williamson County, Container One delivers from 300+ depot locations with all-inclusive pricing and no hidden fees.


Whether you need a single conex box near me for a home project in South Congress or Bee Cave, a modified container office for a construction site in North Austin, or bulk shipping containers in Austin, TX for a technology campus or manufacturing operation, Container One serves buyers across the entire Central Texas market. Enter your ZIP code above for an instant, all-inclusive delivered price.

Your One-Stop Shop for Shipping Containers in Austin, TX

Container One is the leading shipping container dealer serving Austin and greater Travis County. With full Texas depot coverage providing fast delivery across Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Georgetown, Taylor, and the surrounding region, we offer highly competitive pricing on every grade. From affordable cargo containers in Austin for ranch storage and construction staging to brand-new one-trip units for semiconductor supply chain and tech campus applications, every purchase is backed by Container One's industry-leading structural warranty on all modified products. Central Texas's summers regularly push above 100 degrees Fahrenheit from June through September, and the region sees occasional winter ice events, making corten steel durability essential for buyers planning long-term outdoor container placement.

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No surprise fees. The price you see includes drop-off anywhere in Austin and the surrounding area.

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12–60 month financing available. Own your container without paying all upfront.

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With 30+ years of experience, Container One is a trusted supplier delivering exceptional service service and products to our customers. We provide a streamlined online platform for easy ordering. Our Austin based containers cater to residential, commercial, and agriculture needs. 

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Shipping Container Sizes & Types for Sale in Austin, TX

We carry a full range of container sizes and configurations to meet the needs of Austin buyers, from residential customers in Tarrytown and Barton Hills to tech campus contractors, semiconductor supply chain operators, event production companies, and commercial businesses across Travis, Williamson, and Hays counties.


20ft Shipping Containers for Sale in Austin, TX


Our 20-foot containers are the most popular choice for residential, contractor, and small business buyers across the Austin metro. Built from 14-gauge corten steel and available in all five condition grades, they handle Central Texas's extreme summer heat, heavy thunderstorm season, and the occasional winter ice event that can catch the region off guard.


1. Interior dimensions: 19‘5” L × 7‘8” W × 7’10” H

2. Weight capacity: up to 66,139 lbs

3. Gauge: 14-gauge corten steel

4. Door opening: 7‘8” W × 7‘5” H (standard double doors)


40ft Shipping Containers for Sale in Austin, TX


Our 40-foot shipping containers give you double the storage of a 20ft unit. Preferred by tech campus construction operators, semiconductor equipment logistics companies, large event production firms, and commercial businesses across the Austin metro. Available in all five condition grades with strong Texas depot availability.


1. Interior dimensions: 39‘4” L × 7‘8” W × 7’10” H

2. Weight capacity: up to 66,139 lbs

3. Door opening: 7‘8” W × 7‘5” H (standard double doors)


40ft High-Cube Containers in Austin, TX


One foot taller than standard containers, our 40ft high-cube units offer extra vertical clearance. Popular for container ADU and residential conversion projects on Austin area lots, event staging and festival production storage across Travis County, large tech campus equipment staging, and container office installations for construction and industrial sites.


1. Interior dimensions: 39‘4” L × 7‘8” W × 8’10” H

2. Weight capacity: up to 58,598 lbs

3. Extra height: 12” more vertical space than standard containers


Modified & Insulated Shipping Containers in Austin, TX

Container One offers fully modified containers for Austin buyers who need more than basic steel storage. Austin’s 100°F+ summer heat makes insulated containers essential, uninsulated steel containers can reach internal temperatures of 140–150°F. Central Texas's scorching summers, which regularly exceed 100 degrees from June through September, make insulation a practical necessity for protecting electronics, food products, pharmaceutical inventory, and precision equipment stored outdoors.

  • Insulated containers: protect sensitive inventory from Austin's extreme summer heat. Critical for electronics, food service supplies, pharmaceutical inventory, and semiconductor components that cannot tolerate sustained high temperatures.
  • Climate-controlled units: explore climate-controlled containers that maintain precise temperature and humidity for semiconductor component staging at the Samsung Taylor fab corridor, pharmaceutical cold chain management, and precision instrument storage across Central Texas.
  • Container offices: explore office containers that are insulated, climate-controlled mobile site offices for general contractors on tech campus buildouts, construction project supervisors across North Austin's active development corridor, and logistics managers serving the Tesla Gigafactory supply chain.
  • Container homes: explore container homes that are custom-built residential units and accessory dwelling units delivered to Austin and Travis County properties. Austin's housing market, with median prices consistently above $500,000, makes ADU projects a compelling investment for property owners in East Austin, South Austin, and the inner-city neighborhoods.

New vs. Used Shipping Containers for Sale in Austin, TX

Container One offers all five condition grades for delivery to Austin, TX. Every container comes with our industry-leading structural warranty on modified products. Not sure which grade fits your project? Read our complete new vs. used shipping container buying guide to find the right grade for your application.

One-Trip (New)
  • What It Means : Loaded only once from the manufacturer. Best condition — minimal dents, clean floors.

  • Best For : Container homes, ADU builds, semiconductor component staging, tech campus applications

Multi-Trip
  • What It Means : Used on limited voyages. Near-new condition with minor cosmetic wear.

  • Best For : Premium storage, conversions, long-term projects

Wind & Water Tight (WWT)
  • What It Means : Retired from shipping. Structurally sound, weatherproof. May have cosmetic wear.

  • Best For : General storage, job sites — most popular option

Cargo Worthy (CW)
  • What It Means : Certified for international shipping. Passes CSC inspection.

  • Best For : Import/export, re-shipping cargo

Economy
  • What It Means : Visible wear — dents, surface rust, patches. Still functional and secure.

  • Best For : Budget storage, farm & ranch use

Shipping Containers

Are Known By Various Names

Here are frequently used terms for shipping containers

Conex

Dry Container

Marine Container

Freight  Container

OffShore Container

Shipping Container

Intermodal Container

Shipping Box

Sea Container

Container Box

ISO  Container

Steel Container

Cargo Container

Storage Container

Delivering Shipping Containers Across Austin and Central Texas

Container One delivers to Austin and all surrounding communities across Travis, Williamson, and Hays counties, including Round Rock, Cedar Park, Georgetown, Pflugerville, Taylor, Kyle, Buda, San Marcos, Leander, Liberty Hill, Lakeway, and Bee Cave. We also serve buyers in Bastrop, Lockhart, and across the broader Central Texas region.


Tesla Gigafactory Texas and the EV Manufacturing Corridor: Tesla's Gigafactory Texas, located on a 2,500-acre site along the Colorado River in east Austin, is one of the largest manufacturing facilities in the United States by floor space and the primary US production site for the Cybertruck and Model Y. The facility supports an extensive network of Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive supply chain suppliers operating across the Austin and Central Texas metro. This supply chain ecosystem, combined with the ongoing construction and infrastructure development at and around the Gigafactory campus, creates sustained demand for shipping containers used in component staging, equipment storage, contractor site offices, and logistics operations. Additional EV-adjacent manufacturers and battery supply chain companies are actively locating in the east Austin and Del Valle corridors to serve the Gigafactory supply chain.


Samsung Taylor Semiconductor Fab and the Tech Campus Expansion: Samsung Semiconductor's $17 billion fabrication plant in Taylor, Williamson County, is one of the largest foreign direct investments in US semiconductor manufacturing history. The facility, alongside the established NXP Semiconductors campus in Austin, creates specialized container demand for precision component staging, equipment storage, and contractor logistics. Apple's major campus in North Austin, Google's growing Austin engineering offices, and the ongoing expansion of Amazon, Meta, and Oracle across the metro add tech campus construction demand that makes Austin one of the most active commercial container markets in the state.


Buyers across the Austin market use shipping containers across a wide range of applications:

  • Tesla Gigafactory Texas supply chain staging and contractor equipment storage for the EV manufacturing corridor in east Austin and Del Valle, including Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive suppliers building out operations around the Gigafactory campus
  • Samsung Taylor and NXP semiconductor supply chain storage for precision component staging, equipment logistics, and contractor operations across the Williamson County fab corridor
  • SXSW, Austin City Limits Music Festival, Formula 1 at Circuit of the Americas, and the Austin event production industry, where container staging units serve as secure equipment vaults, production offices, and logistics hubs at Zilker Park, COTA, and downtown Austin venues
  • Construction job-site storage for the relentless Austin residential and commercial building market, including infill development across East Austin, South Congress, and the Domain, and master-planned community development across the outer ring of Travis and Williamson counties
  • Container ADU and home builds on Austin area lots, where rising property values make accessory dwelling units a compelling investment, particularly in East Austin's rapidly appreciating neighborhoods
  • Ranch and Hill Country property storage on Travis County and surrounding acreage, where corten steel containers provide durable, weatherproof equipment and supply storage for rural landowners

Austin, TX — Fast Facts
  • Population: ≈993,588 (11th largest US city, fastest-growing major metro)

  • County: Travis County (core); Williamson and Hays counties (metro)

  • Key Industries: Technology (Tesla, Apple, Google, Amazon, Meta, Oracle), Semiconductor Fab (Samsung Taylor, NXP), Music and Entertainment (SXSW, ACL, F1), Healthcare, Construction

  • Nearby Cities: Round Rock, Cedar Park, Georgetown, Taylor, Pflugerville, Kyle, Buda, San Marcos, Leander, Bee Cave

Why Containers Work Here
  • Austin is the fastest-growing major city in the United States, with a construction boom spanning tech campuses, semiconductor fabs, healthcare facilities, and residential development across Travis, Williamson, and Hays counties that creates one of the most active and sustained container demand markets in the country

  • Tesla's Gigafactory Texas in east Austin and Samsung's $17 billion semiconductor fab in Taylor anchor a rapidly expanding EV and advanced manufacturing supply chain corridor that generates specialized container demand for component staging, equipment logistics, and contractor storage

  • SXSW, Austin City Limits Music Festival, and Formula 1 at Circuit of the Americas collectively bring millions of visitors annually, and the event production industry supporting these events is a consistent source of container demand across Travis County

  • Container One delivers from 300+ depots with full Texas and Central Texas coverage. All-inclusive pricing, no hidden delivery fees to any Austin, Travis County, Williamson County, or Hays County address.

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Fast, All-Inclusive Container Delivery to Austin, TX

Container One's pricing model is simple: the price you see includes delivery to your Austin address. No hidden transport fees. No surprise charges at delivery. All Travis County ZIP codes and surrounding Central Texas communities are served under the same all-inclusive price structure.


Container One ships from more than 300 inventory depots across the United States, with Texas and Southwest locations providing fast delivery to Austin and the greater Central Texas region. Most orders arrive within 3-7 business days. For bulk and multi-unit orders, common among tech campus contractors, semiconductor logistics operators, and event production companies, call (330) 286-0526 to coordinate delivery directly.

Delivery Includes:
  • Drop-off to your specified location

  • Tilt-bed flatbed delivery

  • Driver coordination and scheduling

  • Nationwide coverage from 300+ depots

Before Delivery, Ensure:
  • Level, firm ground (no soft soil or mud)

  • Min. 12 ft wide driveway / access path

  • 60+ ft length clearance for tilt-bed truck

  • 14 ft overhead clearance (no wires/branches)

  • Full-size truck access to the drop-off spot

  • Someone on-site to direct final placement


How Much Does a Shipping Container Cost in Austin, TX?

Shipping container prices in Austin, TX vary based on size, condition, and your specific delivery ZIP code. Used 20ft WWT containers typically range from $2,000 to $3,600, while new one-trip 40ft units can range from $4,500 to $7,500 and above. Strong Texas depot availability means competitive pricing for Austin buyers across all grades. For bulk or multi-unit orders, call (330) 286-0526 for volume pricing. Before purchasing, read our guide on how to spot and avoid shipping container scams to protect your investment.

How Austin Residents and Businesses Use Shipping Containers

Residential and Property Uses

  • Container ADU and accessory dwelling unit conversions on Austin area lots. East Austin, South Austin, and inner-city neighborhoods offer strong ADU return potential given rising property values. City of Austin permits and Texas Building Code compliance required.
  • Home storage during renovation and remodel projects across Austin's active residential market. Weatherproof, delivered and picked up on your schedule.
  • Secure backyard and property storage for tools, outdoor equipment, and vehicles across Austin neighborhoods from Hyde Park and Clarksville to Sunset Valley and Circle C Ranch
  • Ranch and acreage storage on Travis County and surrounding Hill Country properties, where corten steel containers provide durable, weatherproof storage for rural landowners and Hill Country ranchers
  • Container home construction on Austin area lots and Hill Country acreage, from urban infill projects in central Austin to off-grid builds in the Lake Travis and Lago Vista areas

Commercial and Technology Uses

  • Tesla Gigafactory Texas and EV supply chain contractor storage for the east Austin manufacturing corridor. Equipment, components, and logistics staging for the Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers building operations around the Gigafactory campus.
  • Samsung Taylor semiconductor fab supply chain and NXP Semiconductors Austin campus contractor storage. Climate-controlled containers for precision component staging and equipment protection in the Williamson County fab corridor.
  • Climate-controlled containers: explore options for semiconductor components, pharmaceutical cold chain, and precision electronics that cannot tolerate Austin's extreme summer heat without active temperature management
  • Container offices: explore office containers for tech campus general contractors, construction supervisors, and project managers operating across Austin's active construction corridor from the Domain to the Eastside.
  • SXSW, Austin City Limits, Formula 1 at COTA, and event production container staging for the Travis County event and entertainment industry. Containers serve as secure staging, equipment vaults, and production support units across Circuit of the Americas, Zilker Park, and downtown venues.
  • Food trailer and restaurant expansion storage for Austin's nationally recognized food truck culture. Container conversions serve as commissary kitchens, prep spaces, and secure equipment storage across the city's food trailer parks and commercial kitchen districts.

Can Shipping Containers Be Customized?

Absolutely. Container One's modified container range allows Austin buyers to customize their unit with roll-up doors, man doors, windows, vents, insulation, electrical fit-outs, and full interior finishing for office or living space. All modifications are built to order and delivered ready to use.

Shipping Container Accessories For Sale — Delivered to Austin, TX

Maximize the value of your container with Container One's full range of US-made accessories. All accessories ship directly to your Austin address.

  • Roll-Up Doors — easy access and improved ventilation — the most popular modification for farm and logistics container builds
  • Lock Boxes — heavy-duty security for your container
  • Man Doors— walk-in access for offices and converted containers
  • Vents — shop vents essential in Austin's extreme summer heat to prevent dangerous internal temperature build-up and protect stored goods.
  • Windows & Shutters — natural light for converted containers and container home builds
  • Office Kits— transform a 20ft or 40ft container into a mobile office

Shipping Container Accessories Product Line

100% of our accessories are made in the US

  • Shipping Container 7' Wide Rollup Door Header Plate

  • Shipping Container Lock Box

  • Shipping Container Rollup Door in various width’s

  • Shipping Container Rollup Door Threshold Plate

  • Shipping Container Window Shutter

  • Shipping Container Man Door in various sizes

  • Shipping Container Office Kit for both a 20’ and 40’ container

  • Shipping Container Rollup Door Framing Kit

  • Shipping Container Vents

  • Shipping Container Windows various sizes  

Discover an extensive range of products by exploring our complete inventory on our website

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Using Shipping Containers in Austin: What You Need to Know

Before placing a shipping container on your Austin property, check requirements with the City of Austin Development Services Department. Travis County's mix of urban, suburban, and rural zones means requirements vary significantly by location and intended use.

  • Temporary construction job-site use: generally permitted under a job-site permit in Austin. Confirm requirements with the City of Austin Development Services Department for your specific project and zone.
  • Permanent placement for storage: may require a building permit or zoning review from the City of Austin Development Services Department depending on your residential or commercial district. Travis County rural zones are generally more permissive for ranch and agricultural storage.
  • Residential zones: Austin's Land Development Code governs container placement in residential districts. Some zones permit screened permanent containers; others require approval. Check your specific address with the City of Austin before ordering.
  • Commercial and industrial zones: generally permissive for container storage, logistics staging, and operational use throughout the Austin metro and surrounding industrial corridors in Taylor, Kyle, and Bastrop.
  • Container homes and ADU builds: require full City of Austin building permits and must comply with the Texas State Building Code and applicable Austin zoning regulations.

Our Advice

Container One's sales team can advise on delivery logistics for Travis, Williamson, and Hays counties, climate-controlled options for semiconductor and tech applications, bulk purchasing for campus construction and event production operations, and ADU build requirements. Call (330) 286-0526 or chat with us 24/7. 


Before you buy, read our complete guide to spotting and avoiding shipping container scams. Should I choose new or used? Read our complete new vs. used shipping container buying guide. Flexible financing with terms of 12 to 60 months is also available—no hard credit check required.


Frequently Asked Questions — Shipping Containers in Austin, TX


Q: Where can I buy shipping containers in Austin, TX?


You can buy shipping containers in Austin, TX directly from Container One at containerone.net. Enter your Austin ZIP code for instant, all-inclusive pricing with delivery included from 300+ nationwide depots, including Texas locations with fast turnaround to all Austin, Travis County, Williamson County, and Hays County addresses.


Q: What are the prices for shipping containers in Austin, TX?


Prices vary by size, condition, and delivery ZIP code. Used 20ft WWT containers typically range from $2,000 to $3,600. New one-trip 40ft units can range from $4,500 to $7,500 and above. All Container One pricing is all-inclusive with delivery to your Austin address and no hidden fees. Call (330) 286-0526 for bulk or volume pricing on multi-unit orders.


Q: How does the Tesla Gigafactory and Samsung Taylor fab affect container demand in Austin?


Tesla's Gigafactory Texas in east Austin and Samsung's $17 billion semiconductor fab in Taylor are among the largest manufacturing investments in recent US history. Both facilities support extensive networks of Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers and construction contractors who regularly source shipping containers for component staging, equipment storage, and site office installations. Container One supplies both single units and multi-unit bulk orders to contractors and logistics operators across this corridor.


Q: Are used shipping containers available in Austin, TX?


Yes. Container One offers WWT, Cargo Worthy, Multi-Trip, and Economy used containers for delivery to Austin and all surrounding Central Texas communities. Strong Texas depot availability means consistent used container supply year-round. All used containers are structurally sound and backed by our industry-leading warranty on modified products.


Q: What types of shipping containers are available in Austin?


Container One offers 20ft standard, 40ft standard, 40ft high-cube, insulated, climate-controlled, and fully modified containers for delivery to Austin, TX. All sizes are available in five condition grades: One-Trip, Multi-Trip, Wind and Water Tight (WWT), Cargo Worthy (CW), and Economy.


Q: How are shipping containers used for SXSW and Austin event production?


Austin's major events, including SXSW, Austin City Limits Music Festival, and Formula 1 at Circuit of the Americas, require extensive logistics and staging infrastructure. Shipping containers serve as secure equipment vaults, production offices, vendor storage units, and logistics hubs across event venues throughout Travis County. Container One supplies containers for both short-term event deployments and longer-term storage needs for Austin's active event production community.


Q: How long does container delivery take to Austin, TX?


Most deliveries to Austin and the surrounding Central Texas metro are completed within 3-7 business days from Texas depot locations. Container One serves all Travis, Williamson, and Hays county ZIP codes with all-inclusive pricing. Delivery is always included in the all-in price with no hidden transport fees.


Q: Are shipping containers inspected before delivery to Austin?


Yes. Every Container One container undergoes a dual inspection process before delivery to your Austin address, inspected at the depot and again before dispatch to verify structural integrity and weatherproofing. Learn more at containerone.net/pages/shipping-container-inspection-process.


Q: Do I need a permit for a shipping container in Austin, TX?


It depends on your intended use and zoning district. Temporary containers on active construction sites generally require a permit from the City of Austin Development Services Department. Permanent placement for storage may require a zoning review. Container ADU and home builds require full Austin building permits under the Texas State Building Code. Travis County rural and agricultural zones are more permissive for ranch and farm storage. Container One's team is available 24/7 to advise.

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