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Shipping Containers for Sale in Des Moines, IA
Iowa farm and grain supply storage, insurance industry corporate campus builds, and Midwest logistics crossroads -- shipping containers delivered direct to Des Moines, IA. Price includes delivery.
Looking to buy shipping containers in Des Moines, IA? Container One offers the widest selection of new, used, and modified shipping containers across Des Moines and greater Polk County. Des Moines is one of the most economically distinctive mid-sized cities in the United States -- the acknowledged insurance and financial services capital of America, where Principal Financial Group, Nationwide Insurance, EMC Insurance, Farm Bureau Financial Services, and dozens of other major insurers have headquartered their operations in a concentration unmatched by any other city in the country. This insurance industry cluster generates consistent corporate campus construction and renovation staging demand as companies expand their downtown and suburban Des Moines offices. At the same time, Des Moines sits at the crossroads of I-80 and I-35 -- two of the most important freight corridors in the Midwest -- making it a natural logistics staging hub for goods moving between Chicago, Kansas City, Omaha, and Minneapolis. And Iowa's agricultural heartland surrounds the city: corn, soybean, and hog farming operations across Polk and surrounding counties use containers for equipment, grain supply, and chemical storage year-round. From 20ft containers for farm and residential storage to bulk 40ft units for corporate campus and logistics staging, Container One delivers from 300+ depot locations with all-inclusive pricing across Iowa and the Midwest.
Whether you need a single conex box near me for a home project in Ankeny or West Des Moines, a modified container office for a corporate campus or farm property, or bulk storage containers in Des Moines, IA for a commercial or logistics operation, Container One serves the entire Polk County and Central Iowa market. Enter your ZIP code above for an instant, all-inclusive delivered price.
Your One-Stop Shop for Shipping Containers in Des Moines, IA
Container One serves Des Moines and all of Polk County with full Iowa and Midwest depot coverage -- fast delivery across Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ankeny, Urbandale, Clive, Johnston, Waukee, Ames, and beyond. Every purchase backed by Container One's industry-leading structural warranty on modified products.
Price Includes Delivery
No surprise fees. The price you see includes drop-off anywhere in Des Moines and the surrounding area.
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12–60 month financing available. Own your container without paying all upfront.
Shipping Container Specs
20ft Standard Dry (8'6" x 8' x 20')
Weight: 4500lbs
Max Gross Weight: 66,139lbs
Interior Dimensions
Length: 19′ 5″
Width: 7′ 8-⅛”
Height: 7′ 9-⅝”
Door Opening
Width: 7’ 8-½”
Height: 7’ 5-¾”
Thickness
14 gauge
40ft Standard Dry (8'6" x 8' x 40')
Weight: 8500lbs
Max Gross Weight: 66,139lbs
Interior Dimensions
Length: 39′ ⅜”
Width: 7′ 8-⅛”
Height: 7′ 9-⅝”
Door Opening
Width: 7’ 8-½”
Height: 7’ 5-¾”
Thickness
14 gauge
40ft High Cube (8'6" x 8' x 40')
Weight: 8750 lbs
Max Gross Weight: 68,008lb
Interior Dimensions
Length: 39′ 4”
Width: 7′ 7”
Height: 8′ 9”
Door Opening
Width: 7’ 8”'
Height: 8’ 5”
Thickness
14 gauge
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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 Des Moines-based containers cater to residential, commercial, and agriculture needs.
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Shipping Container Sizes & Types for Sale in Des Moines, IA
20ft Shipping Containers for Sale in Des Moines, IA
Our 20-foot containers -- 14-gauge corten steel, all five condition grades -- are the most popular for residential, farm, and small business buyers across Des Moines and Polk County.
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 Des Moines, IA
Our 40-foot shipping containers are preferred by insurance industry campus contractors, Iowa agricultural operators, and logistics companies staging materials along the I-80 and I-35 corridors.
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 Des Moines, IA
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 Des Moines, IA
Container One offers modified containers including insulated units for Iowa's cold winters, climate-controlled options for pharmaceutical and technology cold chain, container offices for corporate and farm site managers, and container homes for Polk County residential builds.
New vs. Used Shipping Containers for Sale in Des Moines, IA
All five condition grades available for delivery to Des Moines. Read our complete new vs. used shipping container buying guide to find the right grade for your needs.
One-Trip (New)
What It Means : Loaded only once from the manufacturer. Best condition — minimal dents, clean floors.
Best For : PortMiami logistics, high-end storage, conversions
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 Containers Across Des Moines and Central Iowa
Container One delivers to all Des Moines ZIP codes and throughout Polk County including West Des Moines, Ankeny, Urbandale, Clive, Johnston, Waukee, and the wider Central Iowa region including Ames and Indianola.
Principal Financial Group, Nationwide Insurance, and America's Insurance Capital: No American city has a greater concentration of insurance company headquarters than Des Moines. Principal Financial Group -- one of the largest financial services companies in the United States, with hundreds of thousands of employer benefit plan customers -- maintains its global headquarters in downtown Des Moines, joined by Nationwide Insurance's Iowa regional headquarters, EMC Insurance's national HQ, Farm Bureau Financial Services, and dozens of regional and specialty insurers. This insurance cluster generates consistent corporate campus construction, renovation, and expansion staging demand as companies invest in modern office facilities and infrastructure. Wells Fargo's major Iowa operations add financial services corporate campus demand to the picture, while the broader Des Moines business community -- with active development in the Western Gateway, East Village, and suburban office corridors -- keeps commercial construction container demand active year-round.
Iowa Agriculture, the I-80/I-35 Logistics Crossroads, and Healthcare Growth: Iowa is the leading corn-producing state in the United States and one of the top soybean and hog producing states, and Polk County's farming operations -- along with the extensive agricultural activity in surrounding Guthrie, Jasper, and Warren counties -- use containers for equipment storage, chemical containment, and harvest supply management. Des Moines' position at the intersection of I-80 -- the primary transcontinental east-west freight corridor -- and I-35, connecting Minnesota to Texas, makes it a natural Midwest logistics staging hub. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center and UnityPoint Health's Iowa Methodist Medical Center anchor a major healthcare construction market in the city, with ongoing hospital renovation and expansion programs generating consistent institutional staging demand.
- Principal Financial Group, Nationwide Insurance, and Des Moines insurance industry corporate campus construction staging
- Iowa corn, soybean, and hog farming operations equipment, chemical, and grain supply storage across Polk and surrounding counties
- I-80 and I-35 corridor Midwest logistics operator overflow and distribution staging
- MercyOne and UnityPoint Health hospital construction staging and medical supply storage
- Residential storage across Des Moines' diverse neighborhoods from East Village and Beaverdale to Ankeny and West Des Moines
- Shipping containers for sale in Des Moines, IA: single-unit and bulk orders from the Container One Iowa and Midwest depot network
Des Moines, IA— Fast Facts
Population: ≈213,096
County: Polk County
Key Industries: Agriculture, Finance, Insurance, Healthcare
Nearby Cities: West Des Moines, Ankeny, Urbandale, Clive, Ames, Johnston, Waukee
Why Containers Work Here
Des Moines is one of America's most concentrated insurance and financial services headquarters cities -- Principal Financial, Nationwide, and EMC Insurance all HQ here, driving corporate campus construction demand
Iowa's agricultural heartland surrounds Des Moines -- corn, soybean, and hog farming operations across Polk and surrounding counties generate active farm storage demand
I-80 and I-35 converge in Des Moines, making it the primary Midwest freight crossroads between Chicago, Kansas City, and Omaha
Container One delivers from 300+ depots with full Iowa and Midwest coverage. All-inclusive pricing, no hidden fees.
Popular Modified Shipping Containers
For Sale In Des Moines, IA
Fast, All-Inclusive Container Delivery to Des Moines, IA
Price includes delivery. No hidden fees. All Polk County ZIP codes and Central Iowa communities served. Most orders within 3-7 business days. For corporate, farm, and bulk orders, call (330) 286-0526.
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 Des Moines, IA?
Used 20ft WWT: $2,000-$3,600. New one-trip 40ft: $4,500-$7,500+. All-inclusive delivery. Bulk orders call (330) 286-0526. Before purchasing, read our guide on how to spot and avoid shipping container scams to protect your investment.
How Des Moines Residents and Businesses Use Shipping Containers
Residential and Agricultural
- Iowa corn, soybean, and hog farm equipment, chemical, and grain supply storage across Polk and surrounding Central Iowa counties
- Residential backyard and property storage across Des Moines' East Village, Beaverdale, Ingersoll, and Highland Park neighborhoods and Polk County suburban communities
- Home renovation and moving transition storage for Des Moines' active residential market
- Container home builds on Polk County lots -- City of Des Moines Building Services permits required
- Construction staging for Des Moines' active residential and commercial development in Ankeny, Waukee, and Johnston
Corporate, Logistics, and Healthcare
- Principal Financial Group, Nationwide Insurance, and Des Moines insurance industry corporate campus construction staging and office renovation storage
- I-80 and I-35 Midwest logistics operator overflow and distribution staging for Central Iowa freight companies
- Climate-controlled containers: explore for pharmaceutical cold chain, technology equipment storage, and temperature-sensitive research supply management across Des Moines
- Container offices: explore for insurance campus construction managers, MercyOne hospital project supervisors, and commercial construction project leads across Polk County
- MercyOne Des Moines and UnityPoint Health Iowa Methodist hospital construction staging and medical supply storage
- Iowa State Government Capitol Complex contractor infrastructure project equipment staging
Can Shipping Containers Be Customized?
Add roll-up doors, man doors, lock boxes, vents, insulation, and electrical fit-outs. All built to order.
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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Accessories For Sale In Des Moines, IA
Permits -- Des Moines, IA
Contact City of Des Moines Building Services at (515) 283-4200.
- Temp construction: typically covered under your active City of Des Moines building permit.
- Permanent storage: may require a zoning review from Des Moines Building Services; contact (515) 283-4200 to confirm requirements.
- Agricultural and rural parcels: farm properties outside Des Moines city limits contact Polk County Building Inspection at (515) 286-3080 for requirements.
- Residential zones: check with Des Moines Building Services before ordering; HOA communities in suburban Polk County may impose restrictions.
- Commercial zones: generally permissive for container placement; verify with Des Moines Building Services for permanent installations
Our Advice
Container One can advise on Principal Financial and insurance industry corporate campus delivery logistics, Iowa farm storage configurations, MercyOne and UnityPoint Health construction staging, and bulk purchasing for Polk County commercial projects. Iowa's spring thaw can create soft ground conditions -- plan delivery during dry seasons when possible.
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 Des Moines, IA
Q: Where can I buy shipping containers in Des Moines, IA?
Buy directly from Container One at containerone.net. Enter your Des Moines ZIP code for an instant, all-inclusive price with delivery included from 300+ nationwide depots.
Q: What are shipping container prices in Des Moines, IA?
Prices depend on size, condition, and ZIP code. Used 20ft WWT containers typically range from $2,000-$3,600; new one-trip 40ft units from $4,500-$7,500+. Enter your ZIP for an instant delivered price.
Q: How long does shipping container delivery take in Des Moines?
Most deliveries to Des Moines are completed within 3-7 business days. Delivery is included in the all-in price -- no hidden fees.
Q: Are there used shipping containers for sale in Des Moines, IA?
Yes. Container One offers used containers in Multi-Trip, WWT, Cargo Worthy, and Economy grades for delivery to Des Moines. All grades are structurally sound and backed by our industry-leading warranty.
Q: What types of shipping containers are available in Des Moines?
Container One offers 20ft standard, 40ft standard, 40ft high-cube, insulated, climate-controlled, and fully modified containers for delivery to Des Moines, IA. All sizes come in five condition grades.
Q: What makes Des Moines a unique shipping container market?
Des Moines combines three demand drivers that distinguish it in the Midwest: the city is America's insurance capital -- with Principal Financial, Nationwide, and EMC Insurance all headquartered here -- generating consistent corporate campus construction staging demand; Iowa's agricultural heartland surrounds Des Moines with corn, soybean, and hog farming operations that use containers for equipment and supply storage; and the I-80/I-35 intersection makes Des Moines a natural Midwest logistics staging hub. Container One serves all three segments with full Polk County and Central Iowa coverage.
Q: Can I use shipping containers for farm storage in Polk County?
Yes. Containers are widely used across Iowa for corn and soybean equipment, chemical, and grain supply storage on farm parcels. Polk County agricultural zones are generally permissive for container placement on farm properties -- confirm with Polk County Building Inspection at (515) 286-3080 for your specific parcel.
Q: Are containers inspected before delivery?
Yes -- dual inspection at depot and before dispatch. See containerone.net/pages/shipping-container-inspection-process.
Q: Do I need a permit to place a shipping container in Des Moines, IA?
Temporary construction containers are typically covered under an active City of Des Moines building permit. Permanent placements require review from Des Moines Building Services at (515) 283-4200. Farm parcels outside city limits contact Polk County Building Inspection at (515) 286-3080. Confirm requirements before ordering.
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