The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Hints

Are there any containers in Whiterun that never respawn?

  • 1 of 5: Yes, quite a few. It seems that whether or not a container respawns depends mainly on what type of container it is.
  • 2 of 5: For instance, most barrels respawn, some sacks respawn, and very few if any cupboards and wardrobes respawn.
  • 3 of 5: If you want a specific, convenient location with several never-respawning containers, use the large kitchen area in Dragonsreach.
  • 4 of 5: It has three cupboards, two wardrobes, an end table, and a small sack that don't ever respawn. That should be plenty of storage space for you, even if you never intend to buy a house and move your stuff to its containers.
  • 5 of 5: NOTE: Items you put into those containers may have their names printed in red when you look at the containers' contents, but you can take them back without them gaining "stolen" status.