There is a good amount of preparation, construction and final touch-ups required before a shipping container is move-in ready. Some handy folks even manage to do it for less than $4,000! But that means there are no bells and whistles, just a basic container home. On the other hand, those who are experienced with construction can finish and furnish a shipping container home for as low as $10,000.
Availability – Most containers ship directly from China (known as one-trippers) so available stock will affect priceĪ large house built from shipping containers can range in price from $150,000 to $175,000, which is about half the price per square foot of a conventional home. Delivery – Price varies by number of units to be delivered and distance traveled. 
Site prep – Foundation that is rocky, uneven or prone to flooding will increase cost. Permits – Cost will vary based on your area and types of permits required. Features like electricity, plumbing, windows, and floors will cost you anywhere from $50 to $150 per hour in contractor fees, just like a traditional build. Additionally, the more add-on’s or customized features you choose, the more you are going to pay. Read More: Storage Container Grades: How They Affect Price. Generally speaking, a home made out of storage container units costs anywhere from $1,400 to $4,000, depending on the size, condition and age of the containers. However, seeing as this is still a relatively new industry, the cost of labor and materials can sometimes be comparable in cost to a traditional stick build. 
Home building crews get the most savings in time and materials since the product is manufactured, pre-fitted for installation, and structurally sound. Because the steel containers are built in a factory-controlled setting, they are standardized, durable and easy to transport. Storage container homes, also called shipping container homes, offer a fast, sustainable and green approach to conventional building.
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