Used Shipping Containers for Sale or Rent in Richmond, CA
Enter one Richmond ZIP code to price every container size for that delivery address, then choose the size that fits the job. Eveon shows purchase and rental paths clearly, with Wind & Watertight containers backed by its guarantee.
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20ft Used Container
Container Price
$1,449
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$1,449
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As low as $149/mo with Rent
40ft Used Container
Container Price
$1,799
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$1,799
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As low as $179/mo with Rent
40ft Used High Cube Container
Container Price
$1,899
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$1,899
+ Delivery
As low as $199/mo with Rent
Where Can You Buy a Shipping Container in Richmond?
Eveon Containers sells and rents used Wind & Watertight shipping containers in Richmond, CA, with containers served from Oakland, CA, about 15 miles away. Buyers can check shipping containers for sale in Richmond, compare sizes for their address, and plan on 3 to 5 business days for delivery.
Eveon shows the container price and delivery cost separately, then brings the full delivered total together before anything enters the cart. That makes it easier to judge the real cost for your address before choosing purchase or rental.
Richmond Container Prices: What the Market Monitor Shows
The Market Monitor is Eveon's index of used container prices, built from daily retail price observations in every region Eveon serves. It is worth reading before you buy because one quote only shows one seller's number, while the index gives you a broader view of the regional market.
For Richmond buyers, the Oakland regional figures are on the Oakland Market Monitor page. Use the button just below to open that regional view, then compare those regional averages with Eveon's live price in the tiles above for your ZIP code.
Richmond is a small city in Contra Costa County with coastal, port, energy and logistics demand shaping how containers get used. The Port of Oakland describes Oakland's supply path through Oakland Seaport marine terminals, where ocean containers are handled for Northern California before drayage moves equipment into Bay Area depot yards.
That nearby Oakland gateway is the reason Richmond buyers can use the regional Market Monitor with useful context. Open it to see the Oakland market view, then return to the ZIP check for the exact delivered purchase or rental total for your address.
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Why Richmond Containers Ship From Oakland
Used container inventory for Oakland reaches the market directly through Oakland Seaport marine terminals, where ocean containers are handled for Northern California before drayage moves equipment into Bay Area depot yards. That gateway is the Oakland Seaport, and the fact belongs to Oakland, not Richmond.
Richmond is served from the Oakland depot, about 15 miles away. For the buyer, that matters because used units reach Bay Area depot yards through a nearby gateway instead of being railed across the country for each order. The ZIP check shows the delivery cost for the exact Richmond address.
Local Economic Factors in Richmond, CA
- Population and place. Richmond sits in Contra Costa County, California, with a population of 115,353 according to US Census Bureau, Vintage 2024 estimates, 2024. As a small coastal city with port, energy and logistics activity, Richmond has a practical mix of storage needs tied to work sites, yards and service operations.
- Container supply. Oakland supply reaches the market through Oakland Seaport marine terminals, where containers are handled for Northern California before drayage moves equipment into Bay Area depot yards. The Port of Oakland is the source for that depot context, and Eveon uses the Oakland market for Richmond pricing.
- Typical demand. Richmond buyers often need construction and renovation site storage, contractor tool and equipment security, warehouse and distribution overflow, and oilfield and energy site storage. A used storage container fits those jobs because it can protect equipment at the address where the work happens.
20ft or 40ft Shipping Container for Sale in Richmond: How to Choose
A 20ft container is usually the access-constrained choice. It weighs 4,914 lbs, is 8 feet wide, and has the standard 8 feet 6 inches exterior height. If the delivery path is tight or the storage spot is short, the 20ft size is often easier to place.
A 40ft container gives more floor area for the same width, but it weighs 8,159 lbs and needs a longer straight delivery run. The 40ft High Cube keeps the same footprint, weighs 8,747 lbs, and adds height at 9 feet 6 inches. These containers are built around ISO 668, ISO 1161 and ISO 1496 standards.
Delivery in Richmond: What Your Site Needs
Eveon delivery is tilt bed, so the container slides off the back of the truck onto your prepared spot; flatbed costs less but you offload it yourself. For a 20ft container, plan for 80 to 100 feet of run-out space. For a 40ft container, plan for about 120 feet.
The truck needs 12 to 14 feet of width and 14 to 16 feet of overhead clearance. Good delivery surfaces are dry compacted gravel, dry compacted dirt, asphalt and concrete. Mud, sand, soft grass and sloped ground do not work.
Level placement matters because an unlevel site can make container doors bind. Before you order, Eveon can help confirm delivery from photographs so you know whether the prepared spot fits the truck, the container size and the access path.
Compare Container Sizes for Richmond
Open any container size to review its specification, then use the ZIP check at the top when you are ready to see the delivered total for your address.
Do You Need a Permit for a Shipping Container in Richmond?
On private property, containers are generally treated as accessory storage, so the rules that matter are usually zoning rules such as duration, setbacks and screening. In Richmond, start with the City of Richmond Building Division. For county questions, ask the Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development.
If a container or delivery occupies a public right of way, ask the same local authority before scheduling. Permit rules can change by parcel and use, so check with your own jurisdiction before you order.
Shipping Containers Near Richmond: Where Eveon Delivers
Eveon Containers delivers around Richmond to San Pablo, El Sobrante, Tara Hills, El Cerrito, Pinole, Albany, Kensington, Hercules, Berkeley, Tiburon, Corte Madera, Rodeo, San Rafael, Emeryville and Strawberry.
If your address is not on that list, enter the ZIP code anyway. The ZIP check prices the address directly.
Richmond Storage Container Rental or Purchase
Richmond storage container rental works well when the need has an end date. Eveon rentals have a three month minimum, and the monthly rate for the address appears with the ZIP check. Rental is priced separately from purchase, so compare each path for the way you plan to use the container.
Purchase fits when the need has no end date and the container becomes an asset you can move or sell on. Used Wind & Watertight containers are not cosmetic showpieces. Typically 10 to 15 years old, with surface rust, patched paint and dents, weatherproof and structurally sound, and warrantied.
Real Uses for Containers in Richmond
Construction and renovation site storage gives crews a place to keep materials near the job instead of moving them back and forth each day.
Contractor tool and equipment security fits a small city where work happens across yards, job sites and service routes.
Warehouse and distribution overflow helps businesses create extra storage at the address where goods are handled.
Oilfield and energy site storage supports equipment, parts and supplies that need to stay close to the work area.
Why Buy a Used Conex Container in Richmond From Eveon
A used conex container is a practical purchase, but the company behind it still matters. Eveon Containers keeps the process easy, communicates clearly, plans reliable delivery and focuses on competitive pricing with used Wind & Watertight product quality.
The warranty is a major part of that trust. In the first 365 days Eveon covers repair costs, supplies repair patches, or replaces the container. After that, repair patches are supplied at no cost for as long as you own it.
For bigger orders, Eveon offers 2.5 percent off two or more containers. Eveon holds a 4.6 out of 5 rating from more than 1,500 Trustpilot reviews as of September 2026.
Who Maintains This Page
This page is maintained by the Eveon Containers market team and reviewed by Aad Storm, founder and CEO. Prices are deliberately not written into the page because every figure the buyer acts on should come from the live pricing components.
The regional averages in the Market Monitor come from Eveon's own daily price observations. Delivery clearances and warranty terms are Eveon's published operating requirements. The Oakland depot context is attributed to the Port of Oakland, because Richmond orders are priced from that depot market.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The fastest way to see the cost is to enter your ZIP code at the top of the page. Eveon shows each size for your address, with delivery cost separated from the container price. The Market Monitor button opens the Oakland regional view for broader context. Enter your ZIP code to compare your options.
- You can buy a used Wind & Watertight container for Richmond, CA through Eveon Containers online or by phone. Richmond orders are served from the Oakland depot market, about 15 miles away, with purchase and rental options shown for the address. Start with the ZIP check to see the sizes available for your location.
- For delivery, plan on 80 to 100 feet of run-out space for a 20ft container and about 120 feet for a 40ft container. The truck also needs 12 to 14 feet of width and 14 to 16 feet of overhead clearance. Send site photos before ordering to confirm the delivery path.
- Yes. Eveon offers storage container rental separately from purchase, with a three month minimum. Rental works well when the need has a clear end date, while purchase works better for long-term storage or a container you may move later. Use the ZIP check to view the rental rate for your address.
- Private-property containers are generally handled through zoning rules such as duration, setbacks and screening. In Richmond, ask the City of Richmond Building Division, and for county questions ask the Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development. Before placing a container or scheduling delivery, check with your own jurisdiction before you order.
- A standard 40ft container has a tare weight of 8,159 lbs. A 40ft High Cube has a tare weight of 8,747 lbs and adds one foot of exterior height. Weight matters for delivery surface and placement planning. Review the size specifications, then confirm the right fit with the ZIP check.
- Richmond is served from the Oakland, CA depot market, about 15 miles away. That nearby depot connection supports the local delivery plan, while the ZIP check calculates the delivered total for the exact address. Enter your ZIP code to price the Richmond delivery location.
- Eveon shows the container price and delivery cost separately, then gives the full delivered total before anything enters the cart. That keeps the purchase path clear and helps you compare sizes without guessing at transport cost. Enter your ZIP code to see the delivered total for your address.
Get Your Richmond Container Price
Enter the ZIP code at the top of the page to price every size for purchase or rental, with delivery to the address shown alongside. You can order online or call 888-489-7585. Delivery is 3 to 5 business days, and each Wind & Watertight container is backed by Eveon's warranty.
Container Specifications for Richmond Buyers
Review dimensions, weights and size details before choosing a container, then return to the ZIP check when you are ready to price delivery for your address.