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Tianlin Container House Price List

Admin September 17, 2026

There is no unified price list for container houses in the Tianlin area. Prices are influenced by factors such as material, configuration, functionality, and type, with single-unit prices typically ranging from 20,000 to 200,000 RMB, and some high-end custom or combined projects potentially costing more.

By Base Material:
Simple containers made of ordinary steel are relatively inexpensive, costing around 20,000 to 50,000 RMB, suitable for temporary housing or construction site use. Corrosion-resistant containers made of weathering steel or aluminized zinc steel have increased material costs, with prices rising to 80,000 to 120,000 RMB, making them more suitable for long-term outdoor use or humid environments.

By Spatial Configuration:
A standard 6-meter single container costs about 30,000 RMB, meeting basic living needs. If an expandable folding design or double-layer拼接 (spliced) structure is used, space utilization increases, but prices may rise to over 150,000 RMB, suitable for scenarios requiring flexible space adjustments.

By Functional System:
Bare containers, which only provide the basic structure, are relatively inexpensive. Fully furnished models with added insulation, electrical systems, and bathroom facilities see increased material and construction costs, making them 40% to 60% more expensive than bare containers, suitable for users seeking comfort.

By Type:

  • Standard Container Refurbished Houses: Based on refurbished second-hand containers, basic models (only cut and fitted with doors and windows) cost 5,000 to 15,000 RMB; mid-range models (with added insulation, electrical systems, and flooring) cost 15,000 to 30,000 RMB; high-end models (with bathrooms, air conditioning, and custom interiors) cost 30,000 to 80,000 RMB.
  • Brand-New Welded Box-Type Houses: Single containers (about 18㎡, including basic decoration) cost 12,000 to 25,000 RMB; multi-container combined suites (2 to 3 containers spliced together) cost 30,000 to 60,000 RMB.
  • Foldable Container Houses: Basic models (only the container) cost 10,000 to 18,000 RMB; fully equipped models (with furniture and complete electrical systems) cost 20,000 to 35,000 RMB.
  • High-End Customized Commercial Container Offices: Equipped with thermal-break aluminum doors and windows, photovoltaic roofs, and smart control systems, single units can cost 180,000 to 250,000 RMB, suitable for commercial use.

In addition, the average price for simple on-site residential containers is 28,000 to 40,000 RMB; the comprehensive cost (including transportation and installation) for modular combined solutions (such as three standard containers spliced into a 90㎡ duplex structure) is approximately 120,000 to 150,000 RMB.