Need a shipping container without buying one outright? Container Depot Direct rents 20ft, 40ft, and 40ft High Cube shipping containers by the month, with the same nationwide delivery network we use for container sales — plus export delivery to select international markets. Here’s what’s available to rent, how pricing works, and how to get a quote for your location.
Shipping Container Sizes Available to Rent
We currently offer three rental sizes, all wind- and watertight and structurally inspected before delivery:
- 20ft Shipping Container Rental — best for jobsite tool storage, small overflow, and short-term household storage
- 40ft Shipping Container Rental — the most popular size for construction sites, event storage, and larger inventory overflow
- 40ft High Cube Shipping Container Rental — extra vertical space for bulkier equipment, staging, or conversion mock-ups
Browse all current rental listings in our container rental category.
How Shipping Container Rental Pricing Works
Rental rates depend on container size, condition, rental duration, and your delivery location, so we don’t publish a flat price — request a quote and we’ll confirm current availability and monthly pricing for your ZIP code or region. If you’re comparing the numbers yourself, our renting vs. buying guide walks through how to weigh a monthly rental rate against the cost of buying the same size outright.
Common Reasons Customers Rent a Shipping Container
- Short-term jobsite or construction storage while a project is active
- Retail, restaurant, or warehouse overflow during a busy season or a remodel
- Event, festival, or film production storage and staging
- Moving, renovation, or downsizing storage between homes
- Disaster recovery and temporary storage after property damage
- Testing whether a container fits your workflow before committing to a purchase
Shipping Container Rental Delivery: Nationwide and International
Rental containers move through the same depot network as our sales inventory, so availability follows the same coverage: nationwide delivery across the U.S., with export delivery available to select international markets on request. Tell us your delivery ZIP or country when you request a quote and we’ll confirm whether rental inventory is available for your location and what delivery would cost.
Renting vs. Buying a Shipping Container
Renting makes the most sense for short-term or one-off needs — typically anything under about 6–12 months. For anything longer, buying usually works out cheaper over time. See our full breakdown in Renting vs. Buying a Shipping Container: Which Makes Sense? for the numbers behind that rule of thumb.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to rent a shipping container?
Rental cost depends on size, condition, term length, and delivery location. Request a quote for current pricing in your area — we don’t publish a flat nationwide rate because delivery and inventory availability vary by region.
Can I rent a shipping container for just one month?
Contact us with your timeline and location and we’ll confirm current minimum rental terms and availability — short-term rentals are one of the most common reasons customers reach out.
What sizes of shipping containers can I rent?
20ft, 40ft, and 40ft High Cube containers are currently available to rent. See the full rental lineup for details on each size.
Do you deliver rental containers internationally?
Yes, in select markets. Rental availability for export delivery depends on your destination — request a quote with your country and we’ll confirm what’s available.
Is renting or buying a shipping container cheaper?
It depends on how long you need the container. Short-term needs usually favor renting; anything beyond about a year usually favors buying. Our renting vs. buying guide shows how to run the comparison for your own timeline.
Get a Shipping Container Rental Quote
Browse the container rental listings and request a quote, or use the delivery ZIP form on our homepage to check availability. We’ll confirm size options, delivery timing, and current rental pricing for your location.
