Short answer: Shipping container prices in 2026 range from roughly $1,250 for a 20ft As-Is unit to $12,500+ for a converted 40ft home shell, driven mainly by size, condition grade, and specialty features. Delivery is priced separately.
Every container's price comes down to four variables: size (10ft through 40ft), condition grade (As-Is, Wind & Watertight, Cargo Worthy, or New/One-Trip), specialty features (refrigeration, open-top, multi-door access), and delivery distance from the nearest depot, which is quoted separately from the unit price.
As-Is units start under $1,500 and carry no condition guarantee. Wind & Watertight containers run from roughly $1,600 to $2,300 depending on size — the most popular choice for budget-conscious storage buyers. Cargo Worthy units, certified for ocean shipping, land between $2,400 and $3,200. New one-trip containers range from $3,800 up to $5,900 for a 40ft high cube.
Refrigerated (reefer) units run $4,200–$4,900 due to the integrated cooling system. Open-top, double-door, and side-opening configurations add $500–$1,000+ over a comparable standard unit. Fully converted containers — offices, home shells, bar/kiosk builds — range from roughly $2,600 for basic shelving add-ons up to $12,500 for a full 40ft home shell.
None of the prices above include delivery, which is calculated separately based on distance from the depot and site access — see our delivery cost guide for typical ranges.
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