Any Way You Want It Moving & Storage delivers shipping containers to Minneapolis, MN. We haul from our Ellendale yard, about 80 miles south on I-35. You can rent, buy, or rent-to-own a unit. We set it on your driveway, parking lot, or job site. Call (800) 542-0036 for a free quote on a 10, 20, or 40-foot container.
- Serving Minnesota since 1997
- A+ BBB rating
- More than 400 containers in stock
- Ground-level drop-off, no crane needed
- Month-to-month rentals with no long-term contract
We serve the city from our Ellendale yard. There is no Minneapolis storefront. We bring the box to you.
Shipping container delivery across Minneapolis and Hennepin County
Our Ellendale container yard sits on State Highway 30 in Steele County. The run north is simple. We take MN-30 to I-35, then I-35W straight into the city. That is about 80 miles and roughly 90 minutes with a loaded trailer.
Our trucks reach every part of Minneapolis:
- Downtown, the North Loop, and Downtown East
- Northeast Minneapolis, Marcy-Holmes, and Prospect Park
- South Minneapolis, including Uptown, Whittier, Powderhorn, Longfellow, and Nokomis
- North Minneapolis and the Camden area
- The southwest lakes neighborhoods, including Linden Hills and Kenwood
We cover ZIP codes 55401 through 55419. We also cover 55454 and 55455 by the University.
We also deliver across the rest of the metro. That includes Saint Paul, Bloomington, Edina, St. Louis Park, Richfield, Golden Valley, Brooklyn Park, Plymouth, Maple Grove, Minnetonka, Eden Prairie, Burnsville, and Eagan. Our Stewartville yard covers the southeast metro when that route runs shorter.
We place every container at ground level with tilt-bed and side-loading trailers. You need no crane and no forklift. See how our delivery works before you book a drop.
Need a container in Minneapolis this month? Call (800) 542-0036 or request a free quote online.
Buy shipping containers in Minneapolis: new and used units
We sell shipping containers in Minneapolis in 10, 20, and 40-foot sizes. You can pick new or used.
Used containers cost less. They hold up well for storage, job sites, and equipment. Every used unit we sell is wind and watertight. It has steel walls, a solid floor, and lockable doors. We inspect each one before it leaves the yard.
New one-trip containers cost more. They look cleaner inside and out. Pick a new unit for an office build, a retail site, or any spot customers see.
You can buy a shipping container outright when you plan to keep it. Want to see real units first? Browse our container gallery, or drive down and pick your own box at the yard.
Rent or rent-to-own portable storage in Minneapolis
Renting makes more sense for short jobs. You can rent a shipping container by the day, week, month, or year. There is no long-term contract and no lock-in.
Renting fits a move, a remodel, a build-out, or a busy season. Buying fits anything you will still need in three years.
Not sure which way to go? Our rent-to-own plan lets you start as a renter. Your payments then go toward owning the container. It is a good middle path when your timeline is not settled.
Container sizes and Conex options for Minneapolis lots and job sites
Conex is just another name for a steel shipping container. We deliver the same boxes either way.
- Our 10-foot containers fit tight city lots, alleys, and small tool storage.
- The 20-foot size covers most moves, remodels, and general storage.
- Our 40-foot containers give you the most room for large job sites and business stock.
Lot size matters more here than in most of our service area. Many homes in Longfellow, Powderhorn, and Northeast sit on narrow lots. Most load from the alley. A 10 or 20-foot unit usually works there. A 40-foot unit needs a commercial lot or a wide driveway.
Need more than a plain box? Add roll-up doors, windows, insulation, shelving, or vents with our container modification service. A modified container works as a site office, a workshop, or a locked tool crib.
Minneapolis permit and placement rules for storage containers
Most container suppliers skip this part. Minneapolis has real rules, and they change based on where the box sits.
Your own driveway
The City does not require a street use permit for your own driveway. That covers most home moves and remodels.
Zoning rules can still apply. That is true for a long stay or a modified box. Call 311 or 612-673-3000 if you plan to keep a container past one season.
The street or public right-of-way
You need a Minneapolis street use permit if the container sits in the street or the public right-of-way. Public Works has to approve it. The City issues these permits for 30, 60, or 90 days.
A few rules apply once the box is curbside:
- The container must show the company name and phone number.
- It needs reflective material attached.
- It must sit within 12 inches of the curb.
- On a corner lot, it must sit at least 30 feet from the corner.
- It must sit in front of or next to the address on the permit.
- It must stay covered outside work hours.
The City also wants a licensed contractor to file the permit. The box must come from a City-licensed container company. Call us first if you need a curbside drop. We will walk through your options. The full rules live in Minneapolis City Ordinance 430.
Winter placement
Street permits do not work during street cleaning or a snow emergency. The city calls snow emergencies often from November through March. Plan a driveway or lot placement if your project runs through winter. That keeps your container out of the plow route.
Saint Paul works differently. You need no permit there if the container sits fully on private property. Right-of-way placements go through the Right of Way office at 651-266-6151.
How Minneapolis businesses, contractors, and homeowners use storage containers
Minneapolis is the largest city in Minnesota. It has old homes, tight lots, and steady build work. That mix drives most of what we deliver here.
- Contractors lock tools, copper, and materials on site overnight. Steel doors beat hauling gear home every night. See our guide to securing tools and materials on a job site.
- Restaurants and shops stage stock during a build-out downtown or in the North Loop. The box holds fixtures until the space is ready.
- Shops and warehouses in Northeast add space without signing a lease. Our containers handle business inventory and tool storage all year.
- Homeowners store furniture during a kitchen or basement remodel. The box sits in the driveway or off the alley.
- Movers use portable storage to pack at their own pace instead of cramming a move into one day. That helps when a closing slips or the weather turns.
- Property managers store snow gear and lawn tools on site. The box holds them until the season turns.
Why Minneapolis customers choose Any Way You Want It Moving & Storage
We are a Minnesota company, not a broker. We have sold and rented containers here since 1997.
Most results you see come from national sellers. They hand your order to a trucker they do not know. We own our yards, our stock, and our trailers. You talk to the same team that loads your box.
We keep more than 400 containers across our Grand Rapids, Ellendale, and Stewartville yards. We hold an A+ BBB rating. We modify units in our own shop. Our rentals run month to month.
Call (800) 542-0036 to talk through sizes, delivery windows, and pricing with our team.
Shipping container FAQs for Minneapolis, MN
How fast can you deliver a container to Minneapolis?
We run to Minneapolis from Ellendale, about 80 miles south. Most drops schedule within a few business days. Spring and summer slots fill up during building season, so call early.
How much do shipping containers cost in Minneapolis?
Price depends on size, condition, and whether you rent or buy. A used 20-foot unit costs less than a new 40-foot high cube. Rentals run month to month. Call (800) 542-0036 for a firm number on your unit and your address.
Do I need a permit for a storage container in Minneapolis?
Not for a driveway on residential property you own. You do need a street use permit if the container sits in the street or right-of-way.
How much room does a container need?
A 20-foot unit needs a flat spot about 8 feet wide and 22 feet long. A 40-foot unit needs about twice that length. The truck also needs clear room to back in and tilt. Alley drops usually work, but send us a photo if the space is tight.
Should I buy new or used?
Buy used for storage, job sites, and equipment. Buy new when the container will be seen, modified, or used as an office. We stock both and help you match the unit to the job.
Do you deliver outside the city of Minneapolis?
Yes. We cover Saint Paul and the full metro, including Bloomington, Edina, St. Louis Park, Richfield, Brooklyn Park, Plymouth, Maple Grove, Eagan, and Burnsville. Check our delivery service for details.
Get a storage container delivered in Minneapolis, MN
Ready to book? Call (800) 542-0036 or request your free quote. We deliver to Minneapolis from Ellendale on your schedule. Tell us your ZIP code and we will confirm the next open slot.
