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Quotation for Container Houses at Construction Sites

Admin September 16, 2026

The quotation for container houses at construction sites varies significantly depending on the material, size, configuration, and supplier, with price ranges roughly from 300 yuan to 3000 yuan per square meter. The specific choice should be made based on actual needs.

I. Typical Quotations Based on Unit Area or Number of Sets

  1. Quotation per Square Meter

    • Low-Price Range: Some simple foldable or light-steel-structured container houses can be as low as 35 yuan to 95 yuan per square meter. For example, the price of a foldable mobile board house made of color steel plates at construction sites is 35.0 yuan per square meter, and the price of an integrated container movable board house is 95.0 yuan for 8 square meters (approximately 11.88 yuan per square meter). These houses usually come with basic configurations and are suitable for short-term temporary use.
    • Medium-Price Range: Custom-made light-steel or modular steel-structured houses are priced between 200 yuan and 300 yuan per square meter. For example, the price of a custom-made movable light-steel office integrated house is 240.0 yuan per square meter, and the price of a detachable movable board house made of assembled container houses is 270.0 yuan per square meter. These houses have more stable structures and are suitable for medium- to long-term use at construction sites.
    • High-Price Range: Container houses with high-end configurations or double-layer designs can cost more than 1000 yuan per square meter. For example, the price of a container movable house with a single- or double-layer design for a temporary office area in a workshop is 230.0 yuan per square meter (if it is a double-layer structure, the cost per unit area may double), and some luxury container offices can even cost more than 3000 yuan per square meter.
  2. Quotation per Set or Piece

    • Price per Piece/Set: Some suppliers quote prices per whole piece or set, which need to be converted into prices per square meter for reference. For example, the price of container movable houses (color steel houses at construction sites) is 2375.0 yuan for 2 pieces (approximately 1187.5 yuan per piece, and the size needs to be confirmed), and the price of quick-assembly container movable board houses (modular assembled houses) is 7011.0 yuan for 4 sets (approximately 1752.75 yuan per set). These quotations usually include basic configurations and are suitable for bulk purchases.
    • Special Specifications: Cross-border or foldable container houses may be priced lower than conventional models. For example, the price of a cross-border inhabitable container movable board house is 79.94 yuan per piece (the area is not indicated and needs further confirmation), and the price of a foldable mobile board house made of color steel plates at construction sites is 35.0 yuan per piece (possibly a small single room).

II. Core Factors Affecting Quotations

  1. Material Differences: The costs of materials such as color steel plates, light-steel structures, or aluminum alloys vary, directly affecting the price.
  2. Size and Configuration: Larger areas, higher floors, and more complete internal decorations (such as thermal insulation and water and electricity systems) result in higher prices.
  3. Supplier and Region: The pricing strategies of different suppliers and regional transportation costs may lead to price fluctuations.

Suggestion: Before purchasing, clarify your needs (such as the usage period, number of people, and functions) and request suppliers to provide detailed quotation sheets, including materials, sizes, configurations, and after-sales service terms.