Shipping containers for sale in Thornton, IA
The closest stocked market to Thornton is Minneapolis, MN, about 143 miles away, with 402 containers from $1,900 pickup.
Inventory and prices updated November 3, 2026. Distances are straight-line estimates.
In stock near Thornton today
Available in Minneapolis, MN. See every size, grade and price.
| Container | In stock | Grades | From (pickup) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40ft High Cube | 128 | New (One-Trip), Cargo Worthy (CW), As-Is | $2,350 |
| 20ft Standard | 111 | New (One-Trip), Cargo Worthy (CW), As-Is | $1,900 |
| 40ft High Cube Double Door | 57 | New (One-Trip), IICL | $5,250 |
| 20ft Standard Full Open Side | 35 | New (One-Trip) | $7,150 |
| 40ft Standard | 28 | Cargo Worthy (CW) | $2,100 |
| All other sizes and types | 43 | See all grades | See prices |
Closest markets to Thornton compared
| Market | Distance | Containers | Lowest 20ft | Lowest 40ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis, MN inventory | About 143 mi | 402 | $1,900 | $2,100 |
| Saint Paul, MN inventory | About 144 mi | 2 | None | $6,000 |
| Omaha, NE inventory | About 174 mi | 224 | $1,950 | $2,150 |
Grades in Minneapolis, MN today: 261 New (One-Trip), 2 IICL, 95 Cargo Worthy (CW), 44 As-Is. What each grade means.
Delivery to Thornton
At about 143 miles, a delivery from Minneapolis, MN to Thornton is a longer regional trip, so trucking becomes a noticeable part of the total.
Thornton is in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa. Before delivery, see what your site needs.
Questions about containers in Thornton
How far is the nearest stocked market to Thornton?
Minneapolis, MN is the closest, about 143 miles from Thornton. The next closest are Saint Paul, MN (about 144 miles) and Omaha, NE (about 174 miles).
What is the cheapest container near Thornton?
As of November 3, 2026, the lowest pickup price in the closest markets is $1,900 for a 20ft Standard in As-Is grade, in Minneapolis, MN.
Which container sizes have the most stock near Thornton?
In Minneapolis, MN: 128 40ft High Cube, 111 20ft Standard, 57 40ft High Cube Double Door.
Can I get a 40ft High Cube near Thornton?
Yes. Minneapolis, MN, about 143 miles away, has 128 40ft High Cube containers from $2,350 pickup.
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