Looking for shipping containers for sale in Iowa? First Choice Containers delivers new and used shipping containers, container offices, refrigerated containers and site buildings to Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Sioux City and Iowa City, 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.
Iowa leads the nation in corn and hog production, and farms use containers as weather-tight storage for seed, chemicals and equipment. Cities like Des Moines and Cedar Rapids use them for construction and business storage.
Popular uses for shipping containers in Iowa
- Seed and farm chemical storage
- Equipment and tool sheds
- Construction sites
- Business storage
Shipping container sizes we deliver in Iowa
- 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 Iowa: 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 Iowa
Shipping container delivery in Iowa
We deliver throughout Iowa, including Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Sioux City and Iowa City. 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 Iowa
Containers handle snow loads well, but clear heavy drifts from the doors and choose a roll-up door container or a container with a personnel door if you need access all winter. In high-wind areas, a container's weight keeps it planted where a shed would fail. Place it with the doors away from the prevailing wind.
Nearby states we serve
We also deliver to Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota. See the full list of states we deliver shipping containers to.
Frequently asked questions
Do you deliver shipping containers in Iowa?
Yes. We deliver new and used shipping containers throughout Iowa, including Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Sioux City and Iowa City. Request a quote with your ZIP code for a delivered price.
How much does a shipping container cost in Iowa?
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 Iowa before you order.
Do I need a permit for a shipping container in Iowa?
Rules are set by your city or county in Iowa, 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 Iowa's climate?
Containers handle snow loads well, but clear heavy drifts from the doors and choose a roll-up door container or a container with a personnel door if you need access all winter.
