10ft Standard Shipping Containers For Sale
10ft Standard Shipping Container
Exterior Dimensions
- Length: 10ft
- Width: 8ft
- Height: 8ft 6in
Interior Dimensions
- Length: 9ft 4in
- Width: 7ft 8in
- Height: 7ft 9in
Interior Space
- 590 cu ft
- 80 sq ft
Door Clearance
- Width: 7ft 7in
- Height: 7ft 5in
Weight
- Approx. 2,850 lbs
10 ft. Shipping Containers: The Perfect Compact Storage Solution
When you need secure, compact storage in Chicago, a 10-foot shipping container is an ideal choice. Whether you’re a business owner, contractor, or homeowner, these smaller containers offer durability, mobility, and versatility without taking up too much space.
What is a 10 ft. Shipping Container?
A 10ft shipping container is a smaller, more manageable version of the standard 20ft or 40ft containers used for global shipping. Despite their compact size, they maintain the same steel construction and weatherproof design, making them perfect for secure on-site storage.
Why Choose a 10ft Shipping Container?
- Compact Size for Urban & Limited Spaces.
- Great for construction sites and also easily fits in driveways, alleyways, or parking lots in Chicago neighborhoods.
- Ideal for small business storage, residential use, or job sites with limited room
Durable & Weatherproof
- Made from corrosion-resistant Cor-tin steel, keeping your items safe from rain, snow, and theft.
- Rodent-proof & fire-resistant—a safer and cost effective alternative to sheds or storage units.
Portable & Easy to Relocate
- Smaller than traditional containers, so easy to move if your storage needs change.
- Fits on a tilt body or flatbed truck or trailer, making delivery & relocation simple.
Secure for Valuable Equipment & Tools
- Heavy-duty doors & lockbox options prevent unauthorized access.
- Great for contractors, landscapers, and small business owners needing secure, on-site storage.
Affordable Alternative to Self-Storage Units
- No monthly rental fees when you own your container.
- Convenient on-site access vs. driving to a storage facility.
Popular Uses for 10ft Shipping Containers in Chicago
Construction & Job Sites
Store tools, equipment, and materials securely on-site.
Retail & Small Businesses
Use as seasonal inventory storage or a mobile pop-up shop.
Residential Storage
Great for home renovation projects, extra storage, or moving.
Events & Festivals
Chicago-based festivals use containers for equipment & merchandise storage.
Warehouse Overflow
Extra storage for small businesses, landscapers, and e-commerce sellers.
Shipping Container Uses
Business / Residential Storage
Construction Storage
Shipping Container Homes
Retail / Office Space
To prepare for a hassle-free delivery, consider these following points:
- Ensure you have enough space:
- 12ft Width clearance
- 16ft Height clearance- no wires or trees above
- Straight line space needed:
- 75ft – for 1 x 20ft container
- 120ft – for 1 x 40ft container or 2 x 20ft (moved together)
- Check the weather conditions
Weather conditions such as rain or snow can impact delivery. Ensure that the path and container location are dry and firm. - Solid, level ground
Containers need to be delivered on solid, level ground to ensure the doors will open and close properly. - Flat delivery site
It is important that the path leading to the delivery site is a level, flat surface as hills and slopes may cause the tilt body truck to get stuck.
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Purchasing Questions
How do I order a container?
Once you decide the size of the container and if you need delivery, we will email you an invoice to purchase with the following provided information: Name/Company Name, Billing & Delivery Address, Email Address and how to position the container on the delivery truck (container doors sliding off back of truck and hitting ground first or last). Upon receipt of your payment, either delivery will be scheduled or we will provide you with pick up/release information which is the depot facility address & pick up number.
How do I make payment?
Do you offer financing?
Do you rent containers?
Is there sales tax on the purchase of a shipping container?
Delivery Questions
What is the delivery process?
Once we receive payment on your invoice to purchase a container and agree on a delivery date. The truck driver will call the contact you provided us once the container is loaded on the truck to advise he is on his way to your location.
How much does it cost to deliver a container?
Delivery depends on the distance of your location from where we store our containers. Call our office at 708 627-2725 and we will provide you with a delivery quote.
How much space is required for delivery?
Containers are typically delivered with a tilt-bed roll off truck. The driver tilts the bed up and the container slowly slides off onto the ground as the driver then pulls out from under the container. For a 20ft long storage container, you will need about 75ft of straight line clearance. For a 40ft long storage container, the truck and trailer will need about 110ft of straight line clearance.
What kind of site preparation is needed?
We will deliver on cement, pavement, asphalt, gravel, grass & dirt, provided the surface is not too soft. However, we strongly recommend that you choose a site that is as level as possible. If the storage container is not level, the container doors may be hard to open and close. The surface area where you place your container should also have adequate drainage to avoid sinking.
