Shipping Containers for Sale or Rent in Cleveland, OH
Buy New & Used Shipping Containers in Cleveland
Western Container Sales offers high-quality shipping containers for sale in Cleveland, Ohio, with fast delivery across Northeast Ohio and the surrounding Great Lakes region. Whether you need a 20-foot container for storage or a 40-foot container for commercial use, our team can deliver durable steel containers directly to your site.
We supply shipping containers to businesses, contractors, and homeowners throughout the Cleveland metro area, including Akron, Parma, Strongsville, Elyria, and Canton.
Our containers are ideal for:
- Jobsite storage
- Construction equipment security
- Warehouse overflow storage
- Retail or pop-up businesses
- Shipping and export cargo
- Container modifications or custom builds
Every container is inspected to ensure it is wind- and water-tight, structurally sound, and ready for years of dependable service.
Why Cleveland Businesses Use Shipping Containers
Cleveland is one of the Midwest’s key logistics centers. Located on Lake Erie with direct connections to major rail lines and interstate highways, the city plays an important role in regional freight movement and industrial manufacturing.
Because of this strong transportation infrastructure, shipping containers are widely used across Northeast Ohio for storage, equipment protection, and logistics operations.
Common industries using containers in Cleveland include:
- Construction and contracting
- Manufacturing and fabrication
- Automotive suppliers
- Warehousing and distribution
- Retail and event operations
- Property management and self-storage
Steel storage containers provide a secure, weather-resistant alternative to traditional storage buildings, making them a cost-effective solution for businesses and job sites.
Shipping Container Sizes Available in Cleveland
Western Container Sales offers a range of container sizes to meet your needs.
20-Foot Shipping Containers
Our 20-foot containers are the most popular option for residential and small business storage. They offer approximately 1,170 cubic feet of storage space, making them ideal for tools, inventory, furniture, or equipment.
Best for:
- Residential storage
- Construction sites
- Small businesses
- Equipment storage
40-Foot Shipping Containers
The 40-foot container provides double the storage capacity of a 20-foot unit and is commonly used by businesses and industrial facilities.
Best for:
- Warehouse overflow
- Large equipment storage
- Shipping and freight
- Commercial operations
High Cube Containers
High cube containers offer an additional foot of vertical space, making them ideal for bulky equipment or stacked inventory.
New vs. Used Shipping Containers
We offer both new (“one-trip”) containers and used cargo containers in Cleveland.
New One-Trip Containers
These containers have made only a single overseas shipment and are in near-new condition.
Advantages include:
- Minimal dents or wear
- Clean interior flooring
- Excellent structural integrity
- Ideal for long-term projects
Used Shipping Containers
Used containers are a cost-effective storage solution and are still fully functional.
Features include:
- Wind and watertight construction
- Secure steel doors and locking bars
- Heavy-duty marine-grade steel
- Excellent durability for storage
Shipping Container Delivery in Cleveland
Western Container Sales provides fast container delivery throughout Northeast Ohio, including:
- Cleveland
- Akron
- Parma
- Strongsville
- Elyria
- Mentor
- Canton
- Youngstown
Containers are delivered using tilt-bed or flatbed trucks, allowing easy ground-level placement at your location.
Before delivery, make sure your site has:
- Adequate truck access
- Level ground for placement
- Approximately 60–100 feet of delivery clearance
Our team can help determine the best container size and placement for your property.
Common Uses for Shipping Containers in Cleveland
Shipping containers have become one of the most versatile storage solutions available. Cleveland businesses and homeowners use them for many purposes, including:
Construction Site Storage
Contractors frequently use containers to store tools, equipment, and building materials securely on job sites.
Commercial Inventory Storage
Retailers and warehouses use containers to manage seasonal inventory or overflow storage.
Mobile Offices and Workshops
Containers can be converted into mobile offices, workspaces, or break rooms for construction and industrial projects.
Self-Storage Solutions
Many property owners use containers as private self-storage units on residential or commercial properties.
Why Choose Western Container Sales
When you purchase a shipping container from Western Container Sales, you receive:
- Competitive pricing
- Reliable container inventory
- Fast regional delivery
- Durable steel construction
- Friendly expert support
We help customers throughout Cleveland choose the right container size, condition, and delivery setup for their project.
Get a Quote for a Shipping Container in Cleveland
If you’re looking for shipping containers for sale in Cleveland, OH, Western Container Sales can help.
Contact our team today to get pricing on:
- 20-foot containers
- 40-foot containers
- High cube containers
- New or used container inventory
We provide fast delivery across Cleveland and Northeast Ohio so you can get the secure storage solution you need.
How do you buy shipping containers in Cleveland, Ohio?
You Choose Container Specs
Using our shipping container calculator to select the size, condition, and door direction that meet your needs, then add your selections to the cart and checkout in our secure payment portal. Make sure to check out the sample photos before you buy. Your container is guaranteed not to leak and comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee (less trucking costs). Every container we sell is also backed by our three-year warranty.
We Source Your Shipping Container
Then we source your shipping containers directly from intermodal cargo circulation. We work directly with the largest intermodal container suppliers, so you avoid paying unnecessary middlemen. After your order is placed, you’ll receive a confirmation email. You then get the next container off the stack that meets your criteria. We guarantee the doors, floors, and roof (but not the cosmetic condition). Color cannot be selected.
Pick-up: 2-3 Business Days
Delivery: 4-7 Business Days
After you order, we’ll be in touch within one business day to confirm your order and coordinate the logistics. To ensure everyone’s safety, only customers with the proper equipment should select intermodal depot pick-up (please allow 2-3 business days for release information). Delivery is optional and calculated at checkout by zip code. Contact us with any questions, we’re always happy to help.
Used Shipping Container Conditions
Used shipping containers come in a wide variety of conditions. The most common are One Trip, Cargo Worthy (CWO), and Wind & Water Tight (WWT). There are also “As Is” Containers, which we do not sell because they are usually damaged, and thus cannot be guaranteed. As well as containers repaired to IICL (Institute of International Container Lessors) standards.
While we don’t offer IICL containers as an option, we do sometimes sell IICL condition containers. Our experience has been that containers repaired to IICL standards are in excellent structural condition, but don’t look cosmetically different than CWO or WWT containers (and, due to dents often being patched/welded instead of simply pounded out, IICL containers can sometimes look less visually appealing than their wind and water tight or cargo worthy counterparts.
Please Note: All used containers will have rust/dents. Make sure to check out the sample photos prior to making your purchase. No matter the grade, every container we sell is guaranteed to be structurally sound and comes with our three-year warranty.
Shipping Container Images
Shipping Container Dimensions & Specifications
You can find the internal and external shipping container dimensions for every size container we sell on this page. There’s also more information about shipping containers, for instance, what’s listed on intermodal shipping container doors is standardized so that the container can be handled at any port in the world. From the manufacturer information on the CSC plate to the size & capacity information, to the container identification number, everything is standardized on a shipping container. Furthermore, to ensure the same equipment can safely handle the containers anywhere in the world, shipping containers are held to a very specific set of specifications and dimensions.
The Trucks are Big and We Need Plenty of Space to Deliver a Shipping Container
We need 80′ of additional space in order to deliver a 40′ shipping container (120′ of total space), plus room for the truck to maneuver. Please make sure you’ve got space for delivery.
There are a few things to consider before you order a container, the most important is to be ready for delivery. We deliver containers on a roll-off trailer, so you won’t need a forklift or a crane to unload at delivery, but you’ll need to make sure you’ve got enough space for delivery and that your site is ready for the truck.
How Do Steel Storage Containers Compare to PODS?
The largest nationwide portable storage company is PODS (Portable On Demand Storage). While both PODS and Western Container Sales offer nationwide portable storage rentals, there are some key differences.
Primarily that PODS containers are smaller, lighter units that are made from a combination of steel, fiberglass, aluminum, and plastic, and designed to be moved while loaded. In contrast, our rentals are re-purposed used shipping containers (all steel construction, with wood floors over steel cross members). Overall, steel shipping containers are a larger and heavy-duty alternative to standard PODS storage containers. PODS now offers an all-steel 16 ft container.
Get a 10% Discount with PODS
We don’t offer moving service, but we’ve partnered with PODS to offer their services to our customers that need moving and storage. Use the link below to get a 10% discount with PODS.
Where to Find Shipping Containers near Cleveland, OH
We Deliver Within 150 Miles of Cleveland, OH
We work with local haulers that have roll-off trailers to coordinate your delivery. Because of the specialized nature of the equipment needed to offer ground-level delivery of a shipping container, the hauler isn’t usually able to find a backhaul. Because of that, the driver needs to be able to get out and back within their logbook hours, and this means we’re not able to offer delivery beyond 150 miles for purchases or 75 miles for rentals.
Delivery Cities Include:
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Delivery Zip Codes Include:
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