Looking for shipping containers for sale in Delaware? First Choice Containers delivers new and used shipping containers, container offices, refrigerated containers and site buildings to Wilmington, Dover, Newark, Middletown and Georgetown, and to towns and rural properties across the state. Every container is delivered to your site, and you get a delivered price for your ZIP code before you order.
Delaware's Port of Wilmington handles a lot of refrigerated cargo, and poultry and produce farms across Kent and Sussex counties rely on cold storage and secure farm buildings. Beach towns use containers for seasonal business storage.
Popular uses for shipping containers in Delaware
- Poultry and produce farms
- Cold storage
- Beach business storage
- Contractor and site storage
Shipping container sizes we deliver in Delaware
- Mini shipping containers: 6ft to 12ft, for small yards and tight spaces
- 10ft containers: compact storage for homes and small businesses
- 20ft shipping containers: the most popular size, about 1,170 cu ft
- 40ft shipping containers: double the space for farms, contractors and businesses
- High cube, 45ft and 53ft containers for extra height and length
Also available in Delaware: refrigerated containers, container offices, container homes, steel cabins and toilet blocks. Not sure whether to buy new or used? Compare new one-trip containers and used shipping containers.
Containers for sale in Delaware
Shipping container delivery in Delaware
We deliver throughout Delaware, including Wilmington, Dover, Newark, Middletown and Georgetown. Most containers arrive on a tilt-bed truck, which slides the container straight onto your prepared spot. A 20ft container needs about 60ft of straight-line clearance and a 40ft needs about 100ft. Where access is tight, we can arrange a crane. Ground should be firm and level; gravel, concrete blocks or railroad ties all work well. See our shipping policy for details.
Climate tips for containers in Delaware
Near the coast, choose a well-painted Corten steel container and touch up scratches quickly to slow salt-air corrosion. Humidity can cause condensation inside bare steel, so we recommend vents, an anti-condensation coating or an insulated container for stored furniture, paper or electronics.
Nearby states we serve
We also deliver to Maryland, Pennsylvania. See the full list of states we deliver shipping containers to.
Get a delivered price in Delaware
Frequently asked questions
Do you deliver shipping containers in Delaware?
Yes. We deliver new and used shipping containers throughout Delaware, including Wilmington, Dover, Newark, Middletown and Georgetown. Request a quote with your ZIP code for a delivered price.
How much does a shipping container cost in Delaware?
The price depends on the size, condition and your delivery location. You can see current prices on our product pages, and we will quote delivery to your ZIP code in Delaware before you order.
Do I need a permit for a shipping container in Delaware?
Rules are set by your city or county in Delaware, not statewide. Storage containers on private property are often allowed, but some areas have zoning or HOA limits, and container homes and offices usually need a building permit. Check with your local planning office before delivery.
What type of container is best for Delaware's climate?
Near the coast, choose a well-painted Corten steel container and touch up scratches quickly to slow salt-air corrosion.
