Recycling 3x6 Container House
The price of recycling 3x6 container houses is influenced by multiple factors, generally ranging from 3500 yuan to 15000 yuan, with the specific price depending on the actual situation.

I. Price Range
- Market Price Reference: As of August 2026, the market price of standard-configured second-hand 3-meter-wide and 6-meter-long container mobile homes typically ranges from 7000 yuan to 15000 yuan.
- Bulk Recycling Differences: Taking the Beijing area in 2023 as an example, the recycling price shows a stepwise change based on the order quantity. For 30-49 units, it is 5000 yuan per unit; for 50-59 units, it drops to 4000 yuan per unit; and for 60 units or more, it further drops to 3500 yuan per unit.
II. Core Factors Affecting the Price
- Degree of Newness and Service Life: The price difference between nearly new and old container houses can reach 30%-50%. For example, a container house used for less than one year may be close to the upper limit of the market price, while one used for more than five years may be close to the lower limit.
- Material and Workmanship: The thickness of the steel plate and the strength of the main frame structure directly affect durability. Container houses with high-quality steel (e.g., over 2.5mm) and reinforced frames have higher recycling prices. The environmental friendliness and thermal insulation performance of the insulation layer filling materials (such as rock wool and polyurethane) also affect the value.
- Functional Configuration and Modification: Configurations such as pre-installed windows, lighting circuits, floor materials (e.g., PVC or wooden floors), and thermal insulation ceilings increase costs. If the container house is modified for specific purposes such as offices or dormitories (e.g., built-in furniture and air conditioning systems), the recycling price may increase by 20%-40%.
- Market Supply and Demand and Macro Environment: When the production of new containers decreases or steel prices rise, the prices of second-hand container houses may be supported. For example, during the steel price fluctuations in 2023, the recycling prices in some areas increased by about 10%-15%.
- Geographical Location and Transportation Costs: The distance between the seller's location and the recycling company or the place of use directly affects the overall cost. Container houses in the Beijing area (e.g., in Hebei) may have slightly lower recycling prices than those in remote areas due to lower transportation costs.
III. Recycling Services and Product Characteristics
Companies such as Chengde Zhuoran Renewable Resource Recycling Co., Ltd. and Hebei Fuxin Shengda Waste Material Recycling Co., Ltd. in the Beijing area provide professional recycling services, supporting single-unit recycling and covering areas such as Chaoyang District and Haidian District. Container houses are mostly made of color-coated steel plates or steel, featuring mobility, reusability, fast installation (usually completed in 1-2 days), and environmental friendliness (no construction waste). Some products can carry a load of up to 10 tons and have a volume of 25 cubic meters.




