Charlotte, NC

Affordable Shipping Containers in The Queen City

Our RAC Branch

Located just 25 miles outside the city, Rent-A-Container of Charlotte offers convenient and accessible storage solutions for both individuals and businesses. Whether you’re working on a multi-million-dollar project or a backyard renovation, Rent-A-Container of Charlotte is committed to providing competitive pricing and top-notch service. With over 10 years of experience in the container industry, Dan Collins specializes in offering customized space solutions tailored to both office and storage needs. Known for his dedication to customer satisfaction, Dan works closely with each client to understand their unique requirements and deliver reliable, personalized solutions. Call us today or visit our website to explore exclusive offers and learn more about how we can support your business.

Special Promotions in Charlotte

Interested in buying or renting a shipping container in Charlotte at the lowest price? Rent-A-Container is for you! As a leading shipping container retailer, we provide a wide range of container promotions across the state of North Carolina. Plus, save on shipping by renting or buying containers close to your location. Check out our special promotions in Charlotte and other cities in North Carolina. Just enter your zip code here on our website, or subscribe to our email newsletter to stay informed about all of our deals and discounts! Other cities served near Charlotte: Belmont, Mount Holly, Moroe, Mooresville, Davidson, Cornelius, Matthews, Shelby, Asheville, and more!

Additional Product Details for Containers in North Carolina

General Container Info

What are the types of Rent-A-Container shipping containers?

As a leading shipping container supplier in Additional Product Details for Containers in North Carolina, we provide the widest storage container offer. On our website, you can find standard-door containers, as well as specialty containers in different lengths and heights. Some of our specialty containers are double-door, reefer, open-top, open-sided, and flat rack.

What are the dimensions of Rent-A-Container shipping containers?

Rent-A-Container shipping containers come in standard lengths – 20 ft. and 40 ft. To meet the specific needs of our users, we also offer 10 ft. and 45 ft. shipping containers in Additional Product Details for Containers in North Carolina. Rent-A-Container storage containers come in standard and high cube heights.

What is the difference between standard and high cube shipping containers?

A standard shipping container is 8 ft. 6 in. tall. High cube shipping containers are 9 ft. 6 in. tall, meaning they are a foot taller than their standard counterparts.

What are steel shipping containers used for?

Steel shipping containers are impressively versatile. They have a widespread application across various industries, including construction, warehousing, farming, retail, automotive, healthcare, education, and residential storage. Apart from meeting your storage and shipping needs, they can also be used for multiple creative projects, such as shipping container pools, backyard offices, or restaurants.

What shipping container type is for me?

The choice of a shipping container depends on your specific requirements. Our steel containers vary in length, height, condition, and application. If you are not sure which container type to buy, rent, or rent-to-own, we have created this helpful guide for you.

For more information, feel free to contact us. Our customer service experts are here to help at every step of the buying or renting process!

What are specialty containers?

Do your shipping or storage requirements exceed the functionality of standard-door steel containers? Then, Rent-A-Container specialty containers are for you. They provide a variety of additional access points to your shipping container, making them a more versatile option. Rent-A-Container boasts the largest selection of specialty containers in Additional Product Details for Containers in North Carolina, such as open-top, flat rack, open-side, double-door, or refrigerated containers.

Shipping Container Dimensions

What are the dimensions of a standard 20 ft. container?

What are the dimensions of a high cube 20 ft. container?

What are the dimensions of a standard 40 ft. container?

What are the dimensions of a high cube 40 ft. container?

Buying & Renting

What is a good price for a shipping container in Charlotte, North Carolina?

The rental/buying cost of a steel shipping container depends on multiple factors, such as its dimensions, type, and condition. At Rent-A-Container, we provide a full range of shipping containers at the most competitive market price! Plus, we do not charge rental rates over time, nor do we require long-term contracts.

Should I buy or rent a shipping container?

Renting containers may be an effective temporary storage or shipping solution. However, this option lacks flexibility. Rented containers cannot be approved for all uses or move with you. Owning a shipping container is a more affordable investment in the long run.

Have more questions about container rentals? We have answered your most frequently asked questions in a recent article on the Rent-A-Container blog!

How do I buy or rent a shipping container in Charlotte, North Carolina?

With Rent-A-Container, container-buying or renting takes no more than a few minutes. You do not have to worry about credit checks, hidden fees, or long-term contracts!

Can I buy or lease used containers with Rent-A-Container?

Apart from new and one-trip containers, Rent-A-Container boasts the widest selection of cargo-worthy, wind and watertight, and as is containers. Browse our offer and purchase or lease used containers at the most affordable prices! 

Want to buy a used shipping container like a pro? Here are a few steps to take!

What is your delivery time?

We deliver to our customers in as little as five days after placing an order. Or, when they have a specific day and time in mind, we coordinate to meet their needs.

What We Love About Charlotte

Charlotte is more than NASCAR and the Panthers. The historic railroad junction is also the county seat of Mecklenburg and the most populous city in North Carolina. Whether you’d like to add a shipping container swimming pool to your yard to stave off the boiling Carolina heat this summer or you’re making the move to Good ‘Ol Charlotte, Rent-a-Container sells and rents a variety of affordable shipping containers for whatever you might be moving or storing.

Why Rent-A-Container?

At Rent-A-Container, we pride ourselves on being synonymous with quality products and friendly customer service. We have the widest selection of steel containers for sale or lease in Charlotte and other cities in North Carolina. All you have to do is browse our offers, select container type/size/condition, and add it to the cart. Online transactions are handled fast, transparently, and securely. There are no hidden costs to worry about. Whether you need one container or the entire fleet, we ensure the lowest prices and a one-click purchasing experience. Contact our staff today – we are committed to guiding you throughout your container-buying or leasing process!

How Charlotte Uses Rent-A-Container Containers

With our full line of temporary steel shipping containers available for Charlotteans to buy or lease, the possibilities are endless. Our versatile options, industry low prices, and superior customer experience make us the best choice for storing and shipping containers. Use them for storage, turn them into a coffee shop, office space, or unique backyard project. Whether it’s one container or 1,000, businesses from education to construction choose Rent-A-Container. Take a look at just a few of the industries in Charlotte that can take advantage of affordable shipping and storage containers.

Personal Storage

There are plenty of small towns and suburbs around bustling Charlotte, but for those who want to be right in the middle of everything the city has to offer, finding space for all their stuff can be tough. So need to ditch your water skis or downsize your Hurricanes gear. Not to worry! With Rent-A-Container’s convenient storage solutions, you can live in Charlotte and store all of your outdoor toys with ease. Whether you need some extra space for your NASCAR collection or a place to stow your kayak until next summer, Rent-A-Container makes it easy to pack away your bulky belongings until next season. But it’s not just residential storage – Rent-A-Container also has large containers for construction storage. Whether it’s a small construction project or a huge renovation, whether you need to store furniture or equipment or raw material, our storage containers get the job done.

Restaurants

Charlotte has plenty of amazing restaurants and cafes, but not all of them were built the same way. With Boxman Studios using shipping containers to build affordable, sustainable stores and restaurants, it’s no surprise that there is a successful shipping container cafe in Charlotte. Burr & Berry is an independent drive thru and walk up coffee shop serving up all of the classics as well as their own caffeinated creations in LOSO. Using a storage container like the ones we sell at Rent-A-Container is the perfect low cost, sustainable way to start out your culinary endeavor. Because they are reusable and cut down on the waste of constructing a new building, shipping containers are a great choice for local spots like Burr & Berry looking to strike a balance between cost and quality. Will you open the next hit shipping container restaurant in Charlotte?

Construction

Charlotte’s construction industry is increasingly turning to shipping containers as a practical solution for on-site storage. These durable steel containers provide secure, weather-resistant spaces to store tools, equipment, and materials, keeping job sites organized and efficient. Their portability makes them easy to relocate as projects progress, ensuring that essential supplies are always within reach. Beyond basic storage, some construction teams utilize our container offices to improve productivity on-site. Their versatility, affordability, and ability to withstand harsh conditions make them a smart investment for contractors looking to streamline operations. As Charlotte continues to grow, the demand for efficient and flexible construction site storage is higher than ever. Shipping containers are proving to be a reliable solution, keeping projects running smoothly from start to finish.

Charlotte Branch Manager, Dan Collins

With over 10 years of experience in the container industry, Dan Collins specializes in offering customized space solutions tailored to both office and storage needs. Known for his dedication to customer satisfaction, Dan works closely with each client to understand their unique requirements and deliver reliable, personalized solutions. Call us today or visit our website to explore exclusive offers and learn more about how we can support your business

Interested In Selling Your Shipping Container Company?

With 12 branches nationwide, RAC is well-positioned to provide high-quality, hassle-free portable storage solutions. And we’re not stopping there—our plans for further expansion in 2025 mean even greater convenience and access for customers across the country. In the last 18 months, we have had five acquisitions.

Want to join the RAC Network next?

Reach out to Michael Ferrantino – Director, Mergers & Acquisitions: