The Junk Yard is where your Storage Hunters: Open World journey begins. This free starter area teaches you the core mechanics of bidding, hauling, and selling while providing enough earning potential to progress to the Back Alley. This guide covers everything the Junk Yard has to offer, from its containers and NPCs to lost items and the fastest path to 750 net worth.
Junk Yard Overview
The Junk Yard is a gritty industrial area filled with rusted storage lockers, abandoned warehouses, and piles of discarded items. It is the only area that is free for all players and serves as the game's tutorial zone.
Junk Yard at a glance:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Area Tier | Starter |
| Unlock Cost | Free |
| Theme | Industrial junkyard |
| Container Types | Junk Yard Container, Storage Locker |
| Container Tier | C |
| Primary NPC | Billy |
| Secondary NPC | Quest NPC 1 |
| Lost Items | 10 |
| Total Lost Item Value | 1,525 cash + Lucky accessory |
| Mutation Rate | ~5% |
| Estimated Hourly Earnings | 500-2,000 cash |
| Net Worth Target | 750 (to unlock Back Alley) |
Junk Yard Containers
The Junk Yard has two container types, both at C-Tier:
Junk Yard Container
The standard Junk Yard container is the most common container type in this area. It contains primarily C-Tier household items.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Tier | C |
| Items per container | 3-6 |
| Average item value | 50-200 cash |
| Average total value | 150-1,200 cash |
| Mutation rate | ~5% (mostly Dirty or Silver) |
| Typical starting bid | 25-50 cash |
| Recommended max bid | 100-150 cash |
Loot pool: Broken Chair, Old Newspaper, Torn Poster, Cracked Mug, Dirty Rag, Rusty Can, Broken Lamp, Old Shoe, and other common household items.
Storage Locker
Storage Lockers in the Junk Yard have a slightly different loot pool but are still C-Tier.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Tier | C |
| Items per container | 4-8 |
| Average item value | 50-250 cash |
| Average total value | 200-2,000 cash |
| Mutation rate | ~5% |
| Typical starting bid | 30-75 cash |
| Recommended max bid | 150-200 cash |
Loot pool: Similar to Junk Yard containers but may include basic electronics like small radios or old phones.
Billy: The Junk Yard NPC
Billy is the primary NPC in the Junk Yard and the first character you will interact with in Storage Hunters: Open World. He offers beginner-friendly quests that provide guaranteed cash rewards.
Billy quest overview:
| Quest | Objective | Reward | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome to the Yard | Talk to Billy | 50 cash | Trivial |
| First Auction | Win your first auction | 100 cash | Easy |
| Haul and Sell | Haul 5 items and sell them | 200 cash | Easy |
| Container Collector | Win 3 containers | 300 cash | Easy-Medium |
| Junk Yard Regular | Complete 10 auctions | 500 cash | Medium |
Billy quest strategy:
Complete all of Billy's quests before spending significant time on auctions. His quests provide guaranteed income that accelerates your progression to 750 net worth. The quests also teach you core mechanics, making them both educational and profitable.
For full quest walkthroughs, visit our Billy Junkyard Quests Guide.
Junk Yard Lost Items (10 Items)
The Junk Yard contains the most lost items of any area (10), making it the richest area for free collectibles.
| # | Item Name | Location | Reward |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rusted Toolbox | Behind first storage locker row | 100 cash |
| 2 | Vintage Clock | On warehouse shelving | 150 cash |
| 3 | Cracked Mirror | Near dumpster by Billy | 75 cash |
| 4 | Old Radio | Near the auction board | 120 cash |
| 5 | Broken Lamp | Inside abandoned office | 100 cash |
| 6 | Torn Map | On wall near exit gate | 200 cash |
| 7 | Dented Briefcase | Under stairwell | 250 cash |
| 8 | Faded Photograph | On bulletin board | 80 cash |
| 9 | Worn Journal | On crate near vehicles | 150 cash |
| 10 | Lucky Coin | Behind tire stack | 300 cash + Lucky accessory |
Total value: 1,525 cash + Lucky accessory
The Lucky Coin is the most valuable lost item in the Junk Yard. It rewards 300 cash plus a Lucky accessory that provides a minor stat bonus. Find it behind the tire stack near the garage area.
For detailed directions, see our Lost Items Locations Guide.
Junk Yard Auction Strategy
Auctions in the Junk Yard are the training ground for Storage Hunters: Open World. Here are strategies specific to this area:
Low-Ball Method: Bid the minimum on containers that other players ignore. In the Junk Yard, many new players focus on flashy containers, leaving cheap ones for savvy bidders.
Volume Strategy: Win as many cheap containers as possible. Junk Yard items are lightweight, so you can haul more per trip. Volume matters more than per-item value at this stage.
Avoid Bidding Wars: Junk Yard items are not worth fighting over. If two players drive the price above 150 cash for a standard container, walk away and find another.
| Strategy | Best For | Expected ROI |
|---|---|---|
| Low-Ball | New players | 150-300% |
| Volume | Experienced players | 100-200% |
| Selective | Late starters | 200-400% (if patient) |
Read our Auction Tips and Bidding Strategy Guide for advanced techniques.
Fastest Path to 750 Net Worth
Here is the fastest known method to reach 750 net worth and unlock the Back Alley:
Hour 1: Foundation (Target: 300-500 net worth)
- Complete all Billy quests (total: ~1,150 cash)
- Collect all 10 lost items (total: 1,525 cash + Lucky accessory)
- Run 3-5 Junk Yard auctions using Low-Ball method
- Sell all items at your shop
- Invest in 2-3 additional shelf slots
Hour 2: Acceleration (Target: 750 net worth)
- Run 5-8 more Junk Yard auctions
- Focus on Storage Lockers (slightly better loot pool)
- Stock shop shelves continuously
- Collect shop earnings between auctions
- Check for new Billy quests
Estimated total after 2 hours:
| Source | Amount |
|---|---|
| Billy quests | ~1,150 |
| Lost items | ~1,525 |
| Auction profits | ~2,000-4,000 |
| Shop passive income | ~500-1,000 |
| Total | 5,175-7,675 |
Even after spending on shop upgrades, you should comfortably reach 750 net worth within 1-2 hours.
Junk Yard to Back Alley Transition Checklist
Before leaving the Junk Yard for the Back Alley, complete these tasks:
- All Billy quests completed
- All 10 lost items collected
- Shop has at least 5 shelf slots
- 750+ net worth achieved
- Basic understanding of auction mechanics
- Familiar with mutation visual effects
- Vehicle hauling process understood
Junk Yard Tips and Tricks
- Check behind objects: Many Junk Yard items are hidden behind dumpsters, crates, and walls. Look carefully.
- The stairwell briefcase: Walk under the stairs in the main building and look up for the Dented Briefcase.
- Billy respawns quests: Check back with Billy after completing his initial quests. He may offer additional tasks.
- Use the starter vehicle wisely: The standard vehicle has 100 weight capacity. In the Junk Yard, items are lightweight, so you can usually haul an entire container in one trip.
- Do not buy gamepasses yet: Save your Robux for when you reach the Back Alley or Farmyard. The Car Weight Increase gamepass is more impactful at higher tiers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to complete the Junk Yard? Most players complete the Junk Yard (reach 750 net worth) in 1-2 hours of focused play. Completing all quests and lost items takes an additional 20-30 minutes.
Is it worth coming back to the Junk Yard after unlocking the Back Alley? Only for quest completion and lost item collection if you missed any. Once you have collected all Junk Yard rewards, there is no financial reason to run Junk Yard auctions.
What is the best container in the Junk Yard? The Storage Locker has a slightly better loot pool than the Junk Yard Container. Prioritize Storage Locker auctions when both are available.
Can I find Gold mutations in the Junk Yard? Yes, but rarely. The Gold mutation rate in the Junk Yard is approximately 1%, meaning you might find one after opening 100 items. It is not something to count on, but it is a nice surprise when it happens. Visit the official Roblox page to start playing.
Related Guides
- Beginners Guide - Complete beginner walkthrough
- Back Alley Unlock Guide - Next area guide
- Billy Junkyard Quests Guide - Billy's full quest details
- Lost Items Locations Guide - All 10 Junk Yard lost items