You can buy moving boxes from a variety of retailers and sources, both physical stores and online:
- Large home improvement stores like Home Depot and Lowe's offer a wide range of moving boxes at reasonable prices
- General retailers such as Walmart provide affordable moving boxes in different sizes, with options for delivery or in-store pickup
- IKEA sells moving supplies including packing boxes and other essentials for moving
- Ace Hardware stocks corrugated cardboard moving boxes in various sizes and strengths, available online or in-store
- Specialty stores like Biltema offer durable and practical moving boxes for secure relocation
- Self-storage companies like Shurgard also sell moving boxes and packing materials at their locations
For cheaper or free options, consider:
- Asking friends, family, or neighbors for used boxes.
- Checking local businesses, libraries, schools, or apartment complexes for leftover boxes.
- Using online community platforms such as Facebook Marketplace, Freecycle, BuyNothing, or Craigslist to find free or low-cost boxes
Prices for new moving boxes typically range from about $1 to $3.75 each for regular boxes, with specialty boxes costing more (e.g., wardrobe boxes $8–$12, TV boxes $10–$25)
. In summary, the best places to buy moving boxes include Home Depot, Lowe’s, Walmart, IKEA, Ace Hardware, and Biltema, while free or inexpensive boxes can often be found through local community networks and businesses.
