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20ft Container Stalls for Sale in Kenya

Start your business journey with the most popular, affordable, and flexible commercial solution in Kenya: the 20ft container stall. These 6-meter (20-foot) containers are expertly fabricated into ready-to-use shop spaces, allowing you to open for business almost instantly.

At Frontier Containers EA Limited, we transform high-quality 20ft containers into modern, secure, and professional stalls. This product is not just an empty container; it’s a fully fabricated unit, typically divided into two or three separate shops, complete with doors, electricals, and painting.2

Why a 20ft Container Stall is Your Best First Step

The 20ft stall is the ideal choice for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and anyone needing a compact, secure retail space.

  • Fast Deployment: Forget months of construction. We can fabricate and deliver your 20ft stall, ready for business, in just a few days.
  • Affordable Investment: This is the most cost-effective way to get a high-quality, secure business structure. Start earning a return on your investment immediately.
  • Versatile Layouts: The 20ft size is perfect for:
    • 2-Shop Layout: Creates two spacious, 10-foot wide shops.3
    • 3-Shop Layout: Creates three compact, 8-foot wide “kiosk-style” shops.4
  • High Security: Our stalls are built from CORTEN steel and fitted with secure roller shutter doors, offering excellent protection for your stock.
  • Ultimate Portability: Your business location isn’t permanent.5 If you move to a new plot, your entire stall can be lifted by our crane trucks and moved with you.6

Common Uses for a 20ft Stall

This versatile unit is perfect for a wide range of businesses:

  • Barber Shops & Salons7
  • M-Pesa Agents & Electronics Repair
  • Boutiques & Clothing Shops8
  • Food Kiosks & Takeaways9
  • Grocery & Fruit Stalls10
  • Small Offices or 20ft Container Offices
  • Ablution Blocks (see our 20ft Ablution Block)

Product Specifications: 20-Foot (6m) Commercial Stall

This product is a fully fabricated container stall, not an empty container.

  • Base Container: 20-Foot Dry Container (6m L x 2.4m W x 2.6m H)11
  • Typical Layout: 2 or 3 separate shop units.12
  • Typical Features Included:
    • Cutting and welding for large front-facing openings.
    • Installation of secure roller shutter doors for each shop.13
    • Internal partitioning to create the individual stalls.
    • Basic electrical wiring (lights and sockets).14
    • Interior and exterior painting in your choice of color.
  • Ideal For: Start-ups, small plots, “Chama” investments, and adding a retail front to your property.
  • Estimated Price Range (Fabricated): Kshs. 300,000 – 330,000 (Price varies based on the final number of shops, door types, and other customizations. Please contact us for a detailed quote.)

Need More Shops?

If you have a larger plot or want to build a “mini-market,” our 40ft Container Stalls are the perfect upgrade. They are 12 meters long and can be divided into 5 or 6 individual shops. You can browse all our Container Stalls for Sale in Kenya to compare.


Why Choose Frontier Containers EA Limited?

When you buy a fabricated stall, the quality of the workmanship is everything. Here’s why Frontier Containers EA Ltd stands out:

  • Experience & Knowledge: We have been in the container business in Kenya for years. We understand the market, the products, and what you need.
  • Quality Focus: We prioritize clean, strong, and structurally sound containers. We make a special effort to source FOOD GRADE containers whenever possible. These are safer because they haven’t carried harmful chemicals, making them ideal for any business, especially food.
  • Competitive Pricing: We offer fair and competitive prices for both empty and customized containers.
  • Reliable Transport: We have our own transport department with modern crane trucks, ensuring safe delivery and often better transport prices for you.
  • Expert Customization: Need your container modified? Our skilled team, led by Eng. Stephen Karume, can turn your container into a professional shop, office, or comfortable home with high-quality work.
  • Honest Advice: We don’t just sell containers. We guide you through the process, explain all costs (container, transport, site prep, customization), and help you choose the best option for your specific project.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  1. How much does a 20ft container stall cost in Kenya?

A fully fabricated 20ft container stall, typically divided into 2 or 3 shops, costs between Kshs. 300,000 and Kshs. 330,000. This includes the container, partitions, roller shutter doors, basic electricals, and painting.15

  1. How many shops can you make from one 20ft container?

We commonly create two layouts:

  • 2 Shops: Each shop is spacious (approx. 10ft wide).
  • 3 Shops: Each shop is a compact kiosk (approx.16 6.6ft wide), perfect for M-Pesa or a small barber.
  1. What is included in the Kshs. 300k – 330k price?

This price covers the complete fabrication. This includes sourcing a high-quality 20ft container, cutting the openings, welding the partitions, installing roller shutter doors, basic electrical wiring, and painting. Transport is an additional cost based on your location.

  1. How long does it take to make a 20ft stall?

Fabrication is very fast. Once you confirm your design, your stall can be ready for delivery in as little as 5 to 7 working days.17

  1. How is the 20ft stall delivered?

We use our own fleet of modern crane trucks (self-loaders). We will deliver the finished stall to your site and our crane operator will lift it and place it exactly where you need it.

  1. Do I need a permit from the county for a container stall?

This depends on your specific county. In most areas, containers are ‘temporary structures’ and have simpler requirements than permanent buildings. However, you must check with your local County Government for their specific rules on placement and any business permits.

  1. What is the difference between a 20ft and a 40ft stall?

A 20ft stall is 6 meters long and ideal for 2-3 shops.18 A 40ft Container Stall is 12 meters long and much larger, ideal for 5-6 shops. The 20ft is perfect for starting small or for a limited space.19

  1. Can I choose the color of my container stall?

Yes. The price includes painting your stall in the color of your choice. You can provide a color, or we can use your company’s brand colors.

  1. What do I need to do to prepare my site?

The site must be level, firm, and accessible for our large crane truck. The container must sit flat for the roller shutter doors to work smoothly. You can place it on firm ground, a gravel pad, or on concrete blocks/pillars.20

  1. Is a container stall a good investment?

Yes. It’s one of the best “Chama” or SME investments. You get a secure, durable, and movable asset that can start generating income (from your own business or from rent) in just a few days.

  1. Can you make a container into a house?

Absolutely. We fabricate all types of container structures, including 20ft Container Homes and larger 40ft Container Homes.

  1. Can you make a container for a school?

Yes. We build 20ft Container Schools and 40ft Container Schools, providing a fast and cost-effective way to add classrooms.

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