Shipping Containers for Sale in Monterey, CA

Looking for shipping containers for sale in Monterey, CA? Quality Storage Container sells new and used containers and delivers them right to your property, from the peninsula to the farms of Monterey County. We are family-owned, serving customers since 2010 with a BBB A+ rating.


Two things shape a good container purchase here: the coast and the crops. Here is how to plan for both.

Owning Storage in America's Top Lettuce County

Monterey County is the number one lettuce-producing county in the nation. Its farms produced $4.82 billion in crops and livestock in 2025. Strawberries led at more than $1 billion, leaf lettuce came close behind at about $1 billion, and all lettuce together made up about a third of the county's crop value.



A container you own stays ready season after season:


  • Cold storage on site: A refrigerated container keeps produce cold near the field.
  • Supply storage: Keep cartons, boxes and pallets clean and dry between plantings.
  • Equipment storage: Lock up tools, irrigation parts and small equipment.


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Choosing a Grade for Coastal Property


Salt air is hard on steel, so grade matters more near the water. For a container you plan to keep by the coast, start with a one-trip container, which has been shipped only once, or an IICL unit, which is typically 7 to 10 years old and inspected to strict leasing standards. Inland and on farms, a cargo-worthy container is a solid value. We can add vents and custom paint before delivery.


Our most popular size is the 20ft container. Compare every option in our Container Size Guide and Container Grades Guide.

Monterey Permits for Container Owners


  • Check Your Zone: Rules depend on your zoning, how you use the container and how long it stays. Confirm with your city, or with the County of Monterey for unincorporated areas.
  • Keep It on Private Property: The City of Monterey treats a storage container in the public right-of-way, even for a week, as a temporary encroachment that needs city approval. A container you own belongs on your lot.
  • No Habitation: A container cannot be used as a home or office unless it meets local rules, including all fire and safety codes.



How Buying Works


Contact us or call for a free same-day quote with all costs up front. We send photos of your actual container before you buy, then deliver by tilt-bed or flatbed and set it in place. For farm drops, tell us about dirt roads, gates and soft ground.

Monterey Container Buying FAQs

  • Which container grade is best near the ocean?

    For long-term use near the water, choose a one-trip or IICL container. Add vents or fresh paint for extra protection.


  • Do you deliver to farms in Monterey County?

    Yes, as long as the truck can reach the drop spot safely. Tell us about dirt roads, gates and soft ground ahead of time.


  • Can a container I own sit on the street in Monterey?

    No. The city treats a container in the public right-of-way as a temporary encroachment. Place your container on private property.


  • How much does a shipping container cost in Monterey?

    Container prices start at $1,000. Your final price depends on size, grade, add-ons and delivery. Every quote is all-in.


Get a Free Quote on Shipping Containers in Monterey Today

Tell us what you need and a real person will send a free same-day quote. Only need storage for harvest or Car Week? See our Monterey container rentals. You can also browse all containers for sale or find more answers in our FAQs.