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New one-trip shipping containers for sale — 10ft to 45ft, delivered across Southern California

Shipped once with cargo, then sold. Factory paint, tight door seals, clean floors — the container to choose when it has to look as good as it works. Delivered on our own trucks across Southern California; statewide quoted by ZIP.

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One-trip containers for sale — pick a size

Every unit is hand-selected and inspected before it leaves for your site. Enter your ZIP on any product page for the delivered price.

CompactNew 10ft one-trip containerFits where a 20ft will not — side yards, tight lots, tool and equipment storage.Delivered price by ZIP →

Extra heightNew 20ft high cubeOne foot taller (9’6″). Room for shelving, lofts and tall equipment.Delivered price by ZIP →

Like newNew 40ft one-trip containerThe base for container homes, workshops and multi-unit builds.Delivered price by ZIP →

Most spaceNew 40ft high cube2,700 cu ft of interior. The standard choice for container homes and studios.Delivered price by ZIP →

New one-trip 45ft high cube shipping container

Maximum lengthNew 45ft high cubeFive more feet than a 40HC. For warehousing overflow and long materials where access allows.Delivered price by ZIP →

Need a double door, side door, roll-up door or refrigerated unit in one-trip condition? See the specialty types below, or tell us in your quote.

What “one-trip” actually means

The industry term for a new container. Here is what you get — and what to expect honestly.

One ocean voyage, then sold

Built overseas, loaded once with cargo to reach the U.S., then sold. It is the newest container you can buy without paying to ship an empty box across the Pacific.

Factory paint and seals

Original factory paint, tight door gaskets, a lockbox on most units and a clean marine-plywood or bamboo floor. Sometimes still smells like a new box.

Minor transit marks are normal

Expect the occasional forklift scuff or small dent from the one voyage. Structurally it is new; cosmetically it is 95–99%. We check every unit before it goes on the truck.

Best for

Offices, homes and studios, retail and restaurant builds, anything customers will see, and buyers who want 25+ years of life with no rust to chase.

One-trip vs used: which should you buy?

Used cargo-worthy and wind & water tight units are the right call for plenty of jobs. This is how they differ.

	New / one-trip	Used cargo worthy (CW)	Used wind & water tight (WWT)
Age	Under 1 year, one voyage	Typically 8–15 years	Typically 10–18 years
Look	Factory paint, minor scuffs	Dents, surface rust, weathered paint	More dents and rust, patched areas possible
Structure & seal	New floor, tight seals	Certified fit for cargo; sound floor	Keeps rain and wind out; not cargo-certified
Typical use	Homes, offices, retail, anything visible	Storage, job sites, modifications	Budget storage on private property
Price level	Highest	Middle	Lowest
Where to look	This page	Used containers	Used containers

Want a used unit that looks new? See refurbished containers — repaired and repainted used units.

One-trip specialty types

The same new one-trip grade, built or modified for a specific job. Modifications are finished before delivery.

Access both endsDouble door (tunnel) containerCargo doors at both ends. Load from either side, or split into two storage bays.Full-side accessSide door containerDoors along the long wall so everything is reachable without unloading the front.Daily useRoll-up door containerA garage-style door instead of swing doors. For shops, tool cribs and event storage.Cold storageRefrigerated (reefer) containerInsulated and powered for food, flowers and pharmaceuticals.Bulky loadsOpen-top and special sizesOpen-top, pallet-wide and other non-standard units, quoted to order.Ready to workContainer officeWindows, door, insulation, electrical and A/C fitted to a new one-trip box.

What our customers say

Real reviews from our Google Business Profile & Facebook. Read our Google reviews →

On the way back from picking up parts we finally stopped by since we drive past it a lot. Solid spot — the guy working was super helpful and got us in and out quick with the container we needed. Prices seemed fair compared to what everyone else charges online.

A Google User

Worked over a weekend to get us a modified shipping container ahead of schedule at a reasonable price. This company is the best!

Byron Young

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Delivery for one-trip containers

Southern California on our own trucks

Los Angeles, Orange County, the Inland Empire, Ventura and San Diego counties. Our drivers, our trucks, one delivered price — no third-party hauler.

Statewide, quoted by ZIP

Bay Area, Sacramento, Central Valley and the rest of California are quoted by ZIP with the delivered price up front.

Room the truck needs

A 20ft needs roughly 60 ft of straight, level clearance; a 40ft or 45ft about 100–120 ft. Send a photo of the access route with your quote and we confirm it fits before scheduling. Delivery & site prep guide →

New containers from a Pasadena company since 2010

Shipping Container Depot Inc. has sold new one-trip and used containers across Southern California since 2010. No brokers and no third-party haulers: the container we inspect is the container that arrives on our truck, at the delivered price we quoted.

Shipping Container Depot Inc.

40 N Altadena Dr #201, Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 765-9446 · Contact@ShippingContainerDepot.com
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm · Sat 9am–3pm

Office visits by appointment. Containers are delivered directly to your site — enter your ZIP for the delivered price, or request a quote.

Before you buy

The guides our new-container customers ask for most.

PricesHow much does a shipping container cost in 2026?Market ranges by size and condition, why port cities like Los Angeles price lower, and what delivery really adds.Buying guideHow to buy a shipping container in 7 stepsCondition grades, what to ask a seller, inspection points and how to compare written quotes.Sizing20ft vs 40ft: which size is right for you?Floor space, weight capacity, site requirements and the cases where each size wins.DeliveryWhat actually happens on delivery dayClearance you need, how the container comes off the truck, overhead wires, and the pre-delivery checklist.

One-trip container questions, answered

+What is a one-trip shipping container?

A one-trip container is a new container built overseas, loaded once with cargo to reach the United States, and then sold. It has original factory paint, tight door seals and a new floor, with only minor marks from that single voyage. It is the newest grade of container you can buy.

+Is a one-trip container the same as a brand-new container?

Practically yes. A truly never-used container would have to be shipped empty from the factory, which costs more and is rarely done. One-trip is the industry standard for “new”, and the difference is cosmetic: a few forklift scuffs or a small dent from the one voyage.

+Will a one-trip container have dents or rust?

Small transit scuffs and the occasional minor dent are normal; rust is not. Every unit is hand-selected and inspected before it leaves for your site, and you can request photos of the actual container you are buying.

+How long does a one-trip container last?

With basic care, 25 years or more. Corten steel and factory paint mean there is no existing rust to manage. Keep it off wet ground on blocks or a gravel pad, and touch up any chips, and it will outlast most structures built beside it.

+Can you add doors, windows or vents before delivery?

Yes. Roll-up doors, side doors, double doors, windows, vents, lockboxes, insulation and electrical are completed before the container leaves, so it works the day it lands. Tell us the modification with your ZIP and size and we quote it as one delivered price. See container modifications.

+How much does a one-trip container cost?

It depends on size, height and how far the truck drives, so we quote a delivered price for your ZIP rather than a list price. Enter your ZIP in the pricing box on this page or send it with a quote request. If you have a lower written quote for the same grade, we match it. For 2026 market ranges, read how much shipping containers cost.

+Do you deliver one-trip containers outside Los Angeles?

Yes. We deliver across Southern California on our own trucks, and quote deliveries elsewhere in California by ZIP. Send your delivery ZIP and we confirm the delivered price and schedule.

Ready for a new container?

Send the size, height and delivery ZIP. We reply with one delivered price for a hand-selected one-trip unit — usually the same business day. Financing is available on request.