Looking for shipping containers for sale in Michigan? First Choice Containers delivers new and used shipping containers, container offices, refrigerated containers and site buildings to Detroit, Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, Lansing and Traverse 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.
Michigan's auto industry, Great Lakes boating and northern hunting land all create demand for tough storage. Containers hold parts and tooling for suppliers, boats and docks over winter, and gear at hunting camps up north.
Popular uses for shipping containers in Michigan
- Auto parts and tooling storage
- Boat and dock winter storage
- Hunting camp storage
- Construction sites
Shipping container sizes we deliver in Michigan
- 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 Michigan: 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 Michigan
Shipping container delivery in Michigan
We deliver throughout Michigan, including Detroit, Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, Lansing and Traverse 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 Michigan
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 deep cold, an insulated container keeps tools, paint and supplies from freezing and makes a far more comfortable workshop or office.
Nearby states we serve
We also deliver to Ohio, Indiana, Wisconsin. See the full list of states we deliver shipping containers to.
Get a delivered price in Michigan
Frequently asked questions
Do you deliver shipping containers in Michigan?
Yes. We deliver new and used shipping containers throughout Michigan, including Detroit, Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, Lansing and Traverse City. Request a quote with your ZIP code for a delivered price.
How much does a shipping container cost in Michigan?
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 Michigan before you order.
Do I need a permit for a shipping container in Michigan?
Rules are set by your city or county in Michigan, 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 Michigan'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.
