Showing 7 of 7 published Moving Box listings near Los Angeles, CA.
Average pricing by condition based on 4 active listings
| Condition | Avg. Price | Available Qty | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| New | $6.00 | 8,000 | 1 |
| Used | $4.12 | 106,000 | 3 |
Prices reflect current market averages for moving box in Los Angeles, CA, with 114,000 units available across all conditions. View full price index
Your benefit: You'll save 50-80% on moving costs and help the environment by getting quality used boxes instead of buying new ones.
You get three main benefits:
Save $200-500 on your move (new boxes cost $2-5 each, used ones cost $0.50-1.50)
Help reduce waste (cardboard takes 2-3 months to decompose)
Get boxes that already proved they work for moving
Check these places before spending money:
Online platforms:
Craigslist: Search "free moving boxes Los Angeles"
Nextdoor: Post asking neighbors for boxes
Showing 7 of 7 published Moving Box listings near Los Angeles, CA.
Facebook Marketplace: Filter for "free" items
Local stores:
Visit grocery stores early morning (7-9 AM)
Ask liquor stores for wine boxes (strongest type)
Check behind retail stores for clean boxes
Example: Sarah found 30 boxes outside a Target in Beverly Hills at 8 AM. The manager said they put out fresh boxes every Tuesday morning.
Some moving companies offer free box swaps:
Drop off your used boxes
Pick up boxes others left
No cost to you
Sometimes you need specific sizes or quantities. Here's where to buy:
RePackify:
Used shipping boxes in multiple sizes
Quality-checked before selling
Request custom quotes online
Good for bulk orders
Local recycling companies:
Search "cardboard recycling Los Angeles"
Many sell used boxes
Often deliver to your door
Moving supply stores:
Check yellow pages for local dealers
Often have used inventory
Can order specific quantities
You rent plastic crates instead of buying cardboard:
Company delivers crates to your old home
You pack and move
Company picks up crates at your new home
20 crates for 2 weeks: around $140
40 crates for 2 weeks: around $200
Extensions usually cost $70 per week
Choose rentals if:
You're moving locally (under 50 miles)
You have help loading/unloading
You want the easiest cleanup
Best approach: Start with free sources
Check Craigslist daily for one week
Ask neighbors on social media
Visit grocery stores early morning
Buy remaining boxes from RePackify if needed
Best approach: Mix free and purchased
Get 10-15 boxes free from community sources
Buy remaining boxes in bulk
Consider renting if you want easy cleanup
Best approach: Buy in bulk or rent
Contact RePackify for bulk pricing
Compare with rental services
Factor in your time and energy
Los Angeles offers free cardboard pickup:
Schedule annual "Move In/Move Out" pickup
Flatten boxes and remove tape
Put on curb on scheduled day
Help others by:
Posting free boxes on Craigslist
Leaving clean boxes at community centers
Giving to friends who are moving
This week: Check free sources daily
Two weeks before moving: Count how many boxes you still need
One week before: Buy remaining boxes from RePackify or rent crates
Moving day: Keep boxes in good condition for reuse
After moving: Recycle or give away boxes responsibly
Remember: Most people need 10-15 boxes per room. A typical 2-bedroom apartment needs 40-60 boxes total.
Start with free options, fill gaps with affordable purchases, and you'll have everything you need without breaking your budget.
Bulk moving box procurement in Los Angeles