Shipping Containers For Housing

Boxhub’s shipping containers can be used to build the house of your dreams — big or small. Shipping container homes are durable, modular, and, can be modified to fulfill any home design or living needs.

Shipping container home example

Using Shipping Containers For Housing

Constructed using durable COR-TEN steel, shipping containers make a stable and secure environment to build your home in. They can be customized with insulation, plumbing, and other modern comforts and amenities, and adapted to deal with any climate.

On top of that, since shipping containers are modular, they can be configured to create all kinds of imaginative structures - just one of the many reasons that container homes have become a popular alternative to traditional housing.

Shipping container home interior
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Customer Testimonials

Thousands of happy customers have chosen Boxhub as their container supplier of choice.

  • CONTAINER PURCHASE, DELIVERY AND PLACEMENT ON PROPERTY WAS EXCELLENT. WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
    David Williams
  • William, delivered our containers on yesterday he was very professional and on time with both containers.
    Walter North
  • The process was seemless. The delivery guys were professional and lovely to work with. The price for our 2 40ft containers was excellent!
    Meg Doyle
  • Everything was perfect. The deliver guy was really helpful.
    brian fuller
  • Great Experience!! From the beginning of inquiry until the driver left our location, EVERYTHING was PERFECT. Communication, payment, delivery, and any questions/concerns, they handled it all. Very friendly people and very helpful. We highly recommend this company for your shipping container needs. THANKS!!!
    Mellisa McCloud
  • I would definitely use Boxhub again. Ordering was easy and delivered on the date specified. The delivery driver Dave was awesome. I ordered a 40 foot container. It took sometime but he got it in place. Definitely a two thumbs up . If you need a container just remember. There are a lot of scams out there. They take your money and don't ever deliver. Boxhub maybe a couple hundred more. To me it was worth it not to have a headache. Thanks Boxhub !!!
    Michael Dealmeida
  • Placing the order and delivery were easy for the purchase of a container. Scheduling and delivery were prompt and the driver was excellent. Would use again for my next purchase.
    Danilo Sierra
  • We are very pleased with our BoxHub experience. The process was easy, and setting up delivery was a breeze. We worked with Steven J at BoxHub, Elizabeth set up delivery and Leon was our delivery driver. Everything went smoothly and the containers are exactly what Steven said they would be. Elizabeth gave us Leon's name when scheduling and he called us the evening before hand as promised. Leon maneuvered his truck on our challenging driveway/hill with grace and a smile, then dropped the containers exactly where we needed them. Thank you for doing as you say you will.
    Caroline Ryan
  • Box hub fit the needs of my shipping container. The day before deliver there sub contractor called to cancel the delivery for the day scheduled. Called box hub and they worked hard to correct the issue and found a delivery contract for the day promised. Them fixing it seamlessly make me a very happy customer. The container is as promised air and water tight. I'd recommend box hub for your shipping container needs.
    Nicholas Shockley
  • Product is exactly as we wanted, and the delivery team did an amazing job dropping it on site perfectly. Thank you again.
    Victor Adkins
  • Professional and prompt
    Julie Ann Jencks
  • The ease of the transaction and delivery service were above my expectation. I'll definitely recommend this company.
    Walter Poole
  • Best prices and quick easy delivery. Clean and ready to go. Will contact in future if another box is needed!
    Jack M. Owings, IV
  • Container was great as well as the driver,Keith. Thank you !!!
    Mike Swanner
  • They made the entire purchasing process quick and easy. If you need a storage container, I highly recommend Boxhub.
    Justin Snelick
  • Other than a little hiccup with the first delivery, I am very happy with the purchase. The delivery driver, Roman, was very skilled and set the container exactly where it needed to be on the railroad ties.
    Mike Mazzola
  • I chose Boxhub because of the many reviews and the accredited A+ rating with the BBB. Great communication from calls to emails. The process was easy, and they were thorough in getting all the information needed for the delivery site. When my container arrived, I was impressed with the condition. Absolutely satisfied with the entire experience.
    Joshua Cornejo
  • Adam was a great help every step of the way from start to finish, the hole process was very easy and Boxhub worked with use.
    George Litsch
  • Bought a 40 foot high cube one tripper. Arrived quick and on time with a manufacture date that made it just one month old. Driver was great. Good folks.
    Cliff Roach
  • We're very happy with our containers.... very smooth delivery very professional drivers courteous and informative......I recommend box hub to anyone purchasing a container
    Josue Garcia
  • Delivery went perfect. It was placed exactly where I wanted it. The driver was super nice. The delivery date was established and upheld. Well run company. I'm super excited about the container.
    Tim G.
  • Container is in great condition and the delivery went off without any problems.
    Travis Deist
  • Great customer service. Containers shipped on time. Exactly what I was expecting.
    Bryan DiSpirito
  • Competitive price. Good communication. Showed up when it was supposed to and the driver knew how to handle a truck. Container is clean and solid, couldn’t have asked for any more.
    Robert Kubitskey
  • Curtis made our 2 deliveries seamless! So helpful, kind and professional. All around a great experience!
    Clare Cannon
  • Driver did not call he just showed up. Everything else was good 👍
    james gause
  • I was very pleased with my experience ordering two 20' shipping containers from Boxhub. Each step of the process was made easy by the excellent customer service I received and the timely responses. Boxhub exceeded my expectations.
    Michael Boehm
  • All gool, product was as stated, good condition new.
    Arthur Berber
  • Reliable. Great driver and service
    John Dowdy
  • The complete experience was excellent. The salesperson worked to meet my needs. Delivery was set up around my schedule and arrived on time. The shipping container was in better condition than expected. Thank you for the excellent service.
    Jesse Krach
  • Good company to do business with.
    J B
  • they called quickly, got the order placed, and were very communicative through the whole process.
    Thermostat
  • On time looks good
    joe white
  • Got what I wanted delivered and placed exactly where I want it!
    Les Allen
  • Good price and fast delivery and a clean used container
    John Rumble
  • Excellent service!
    Pig Man
  • Great experience and driver is excellent.
    Allan Mills
  • Was very satisfied with the service, and will definitely recommend to friends.
    Kevin White
  • Box was in great shape and driver delivered it exactly where I needed it be.
    Mark Barranco
  • Our experience was extremely smooth from first contact through to our delivery.
    Rocky Dalton
  • 40' standard was in excellent condition. Driver was able to place the container perfectly. I would recommend Boxhub to anyone looking for a container.
    Robert Cook
  • Good price, customer service was good, delivery guy was great. But they were 3 days late delivering it.
    James Hester
  • 3ed box I have purchased. every time is easy experience. Will definitely use them again . Thanks
    Ryan Havens
  • George(driver)and Jair(sales representative) were both very kind and respectful. Service was clear and concise from start to finish
    Paul Glancy
  • Top notch company and individuals. They answered all my questions and concerns before, during, and after the buying process. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for shipping containers.
    William Brand
  • Im very happy with the container and we had the delivery faster than the date we were expecting it. I will order again!!
    Stacy Curtis
  • The container is in great shape with only the expected visual defects. the delivery driver was more than helpful and understanding with the weather. The service during the purchase was amazing answered all my questions and helped with scheduling conflicts. Was harder to get ahold of after the purchase when wanting to move delivery date due to weather but it all worked out great. I will use them again
    Anthony Roundy
  • An incredible experience. Bought and paid for my container. 5 business days later it was delivered as promised. What more could you ask for. A company that backs up what they say. I must admit i was a bit skeptical, but was blown away with results and not excuses. Great company to do business with!!!!!
    Stanley Reed
  • Containers were delivered on time and also were in good condition. Well worth the price.
    Robert “Cochise” Clayton
  • I purchased 2 one trip units they arrived on time and were as described. The delivery driver placed them as directed. Everything went smoothly. Thank You
    Eric Allread
  • The whole purchase and delivery went smooth
    Mark Dean
  • The driver was great and nice container for the price
    Cheryl Hicks
  • Our salesman Alex was great to work with. Addressed all of my questions and concerns. I ended up with a W&WT 40’HC. Delivery was quick and professional. They put the container exactly where I wanted it and helped set the blocking so it was level. Communication for everyone was excellent.
    brian seeley
  • On time, courteous, did a good job in placement, all done in short time!
    Anthony Palacio
  • Excellent Price and service! Quick Delivery
    Dallas
  • I needed extra storage in a hurry and Boxhub had the best price around along with great customer service!
    Samuel Tardif
  • All the support and sales staff are really respectful and responsive. (Shout out to Fernanda! You were so great 👍🏽) the container itself was in great condition, and more affordable than other used shipping containers. The delivery went smoothly and the driver was friendly and helpful! Would definitely recommend.
    Ashton Oakley
  • Got the container here delivered on schedule and as described. Driver was AWESOME. Boxhub website is ok but A) I had problems accessing parts of the site, server errors. B) I never got any updates on my container BUT was subscribed to updates on ALL off their containers. Got notified for 2 weeks every time any container was scheduled, picked up, or delivered. C) my container was delivered and still shows not delivered. Fix your site guys! Nonetheless, got here on time and delivery was great, would buy from again.
    Jace Priester
  • Great communication, delivery and product. Thank you!
    Daniel Kaiser
  • Fantastic experience from start to finish and it's wonderful to have a gorgeous container on my land in Marfa.
    Trace Jurica
  • Easy process and awesome driver.
    Derek Lantz
  • Fast, easy delivery. Thank you
    Marc Knobel
  • Love my 40-foot container. Perfect delivery. The container is exactly where I wanted it. Great service.
    Holli Castillo
  • Helpful, fast & accurate.
    David Landier

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What are the benefits of a shipping container home?

Endless Design Configurations

Because shipping containers come in standardized sizes and specs, they’re easy to configure into homes as large and complex as you’d like. Stack them or attach them onto one-another to create a multi-family dwelling, a single-family home with plenty of rooms, or keep things simple with one-room home made from a single container.

Adaptable to Any Environment

Shipping container homes can be modified to adapt and endure any environment. For example, air conditioning can be added to homes in warm regions, and insulation can be added to combat cold climates.

Shipping container home with floor-to-ceiling windows
Modern interior of a shipping container home

Completely Customizable

There are limitless options when it comes to customizing your shipping container home. You can add state-of-the-art plumbing, windows, exterior, security, and more. Boxhub sells a range of shipping container kits for window modifications, and you can find plenty of tiny home ideas and inspiration online for customizing your new home.

Build with Any Budget

Shipping containers are much less expensive than traditional homes since you’re eliminating costly building supplies. And since they’re modular, you can start small and continue to build out your home as your budget sees fit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Typically, a shipping container is expected to last approximately 25 years before losing its structural capabilities.

When it comes to a shipping container home, you can expect that lifespan to be longer since you are not using the shipping container to transport cargo long distances. It’s remaining stationary so it won’t accumulate the same levels of wear and tear as those containers. As long as you take the right precautions, your shipping container home should last for 25 years or more.

For a detailed breakdown of how to extend your shipping container’s lifespan and keep your home structurally sound for decades, check out this blog article.

You can buy shipping containers directly through Boxhub's website or by speaking to a member of our team via phone, email, or live chat. To buy a shipping container online:

Step 1

Visit our online store and enter your delivery zip code.

Step 2

Pick the size and grade of the container you'd like to purchase

Step 3

Review your shopping cart and choose your preferred payment method.

Step 4

Validate and complete your purchase.

Questions? Reach out to us at 888-771-1216 at any time.

Shipping containers are available in several standardized sizes and conditions, making it easy to choose a container — or containers — to build your home. The most readily available sizes are 20-foot shipping containers, which have an internal volume of 1,172ft³, and 40-foot shipping containers, which have an internal volume of 2,385ft³. Choosing the right size and condition of your containers depends on your intended home design and budget. If you're building a single-container home, it really comes down to how much square footage you want.

For a more detailed breakdown of container sizes and conditions, check out this helpful guide to choosing the right shipping container.

You need to make sure that your drop-off site is safe and accessible for the delivery driver.

They will need enough space to maneuver the truck and offload your shipping container. They will also need a smooth, solid road — surfaces like sand, mud, snow, and loose dirt won't work for a delivery.

When choosing where you want your shipping container placed, keep in mind that shipping containers used for storage should rest on level, stable surfaces. This prevents the doors from warping and becoming difficult to close. A cement or asphalt foundation is best, as it will provide a firm, level surface for the container and will stop water from pooling around the bottom.

You can also protect your shipping container self-storage unit from groundwater by raising it on level wooden blocks or iron plates.

If you notice something unexpected with the container, call us at 888-771-1216.

Technically, anybody can turn a shipping container into a home — you don't need a construction background. Boxhub's affiliates — such as Alternative Living Spaces — offer courses to educate consumers on how to create a shipping container home, DIY-style. We also sell a variety of container modification kits to help turn your shipping container into a home. For a full breakdown of what's available, please call 888-771-1216.

Generally speaking, most container homes are either 20 or 40 feet long and 8 feet, and 6 inches tall. But within that, you need to leave some space for things like insulation — we recommend about 6 inches per side. That means, for instance, within a 20-foot container you have 19 feet of interior room space.

We typically recommend high-cube shipping containers for housing, to ensure your shipping container home has ample vertical space.

Shipping container homes range in size and complexity and your project cost will depend on your design plans and your budget. If your budget is tight, you could minimize your costs by constructing a tiny home out of a single 20ft container, making only the basic modifications, and using low-cost materials. Alternatively, if your budget isn’t an issue, you can create a modular home out of multiple containers and upscale materials. It’s all up to you!

For a comprehensive breakdown of all the factors that will impact the cost of your container home, check out this blog.

Wondering, "where can I find shipping containers for sale near me?" — look no further. Boxhub is your number-one resource for shipping containers in the United States. Boxhub offers new and used shipping containers across the US in a variety of cities and states. Visit our online store here.

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