In general, shipping container homes start around $25,000 for a single-container tiny home. Add additional containers to your build, and the price climbs quickly.

Stetz says while costs rose higher on the first two container homes he built, he “100%” believes the container homes could be built in that $325-350,000 price range.

It’s not been the smoothest of journeys, but when complete, Shay Trader figures to have an architectural conversation starter ...

The completed unit of Augustine, now looking for an owner to make use of its home-like features and integrated garage, is asking $75,000. If you're only window shopping, though, it's free.

Together, they modify shipping containers into offices, tiny homes and accessory dwelling units. “Most of them of 8’6” to 9’6”,” he said. It’s a concept he became aware of 15 years ago.