FlexiHomes 40ft expandable container home with timber deck and outdoor dining area

The Flexi 40 - Expandable Family Home

A spacious 2 bedroom family home that folds out from a standard shipping container. Class 1a certified with gable roof included, with delivery, crane and site costs quoted to suit your block.

Flexi 40 or Flexi 40 Plus?

Same great home. The Plus adds a full-length wraparound deck for $10,000 more.

Flexi 40
From $134,000
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Gable roof included
  • Full kitchen & bathroom
  • Class 1a certified
  • Delivery & install quoted separately
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Includes Wraparound Deck
Flexi 40 Plus
From $144,000
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Gable roof included
  • Full kitchen & bathroom
  • Class 1a certified
  • Full wraparound deck included
  • Delivery & install quoted separately
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Flexi 40 - Expandable Container House

A full-size family home with room to move. Gable roof included, making it look and feel like a traditional house.

40ft expandable container home with timber deck

Key Specifications

Bedrooms2
BathroomFull bathroom
KitchenFull kitchen
LaundryLaundry nook
Living AreaSpacious open plan living/dining
ClassificationClass 1a Dwelling
Gable RoofIncluded
DeliveryQuoted to site
InstallationApprox. 2 weeks on-site
Lead Time8-12 weeks from order
Air Conditioner7.8kW factory supplied
Hot Water250L system installed locally
Flexi 40 PlusFrom $144,000 with full-length wraparound deck
40ft container home full kitchen with island bench
40ft expandable home master bedroom with natural light
40ft expandable home living area with open plan to kitchen

Design Selections Guide

Personalise every detail of your FlexiHomes home. Browse our full range of exterior cladding, flooring, cabinetry, benchtops, bathroom panels, tapware and skirting options.

Download the guide to explore all available finishes and start planning your selections.

Download Selections Guide (PDF)
FlexiHomes Design Selections Guide

How It Works & When Payments Are Due

A clear, step-by-step process from your first enquiry to moving in. No surprises, no hidden stages.

  • 1Discovery
  • 2Site Evaluation
  • 3Reservation & Design
  • 4Contract & Production
  • 5Pre-Installation Setup
  • 6Delivery & Installation
  • 7Final Inspection
  • 8Move In
FlexiHomes consultant ready to help with your container home enquiry
FlexiHomes site assessor evaluating property for container home installation
Choosing cladding and finish samples for your container home design
Customer signing FlexiHomes contract to begin production
FlexiHomes team preparing container home for delivery
FlexiHomes team installing gable roof on expandable container home
FlexiHomes inspector checking skirting and finishes during final inspection
Happy couple receiving keys to their new FlexiHomes expandable container home
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Discovery

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Site Evaluation & Council Support

Our structural engineer prepares your council documentation and guides you through approvals.

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Deposit Due

Reservation & Design

Secure your build slot and lock in your design choices. We guide you through cladding, finishes and layout options.

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Progress Payment

Contract & Production

Your personalised FlexiHome moves into production. A progress payment is due at this stage.

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Pre-Delivery Payment

Pre-Installation Setup

Final payment before delivery. We coordinate transport and confirm your site is ready for installation.

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Delivery & Installation

Your FlexiHome arrives on a standard truck and our install team sets it up on your prepared site, typically within two weeks.

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Final Inspection

We test and inspect every system in your home to make sure everything is working before handover.

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Move In

Connected to services and ready to go. Welcome home.

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Built to Australian Standards

Every FlexiHome is a Class 1a certified dwelling engineered for permanent living. Here is what goes into yours.

Ceiling Height

2,400mm full residential standard for a proper home feel.

Insulation

75mm polyurethane through the walls, roof, and floor.

Gable Roof

75mm PU panels paired with corrugated iron roofing.

Flooring

12mm marine ply with durable timber-look vinyl underfoot.

Cladding

Timber grain, stone, and solid finish options for different looks.

Windows & Doors

Aluminium double glazed units built to AS/NZS standards.

Bathroom

Tiled fit-out with a step-free shower and NCC-compliant details.

Electrical

Certified to AS/NZS 3000 and 3001 for safe residential use.

Plumbing

WELS and Watermark certified fixtures and plumbing components.

Benchtops

Durable marble-look benchtops with a clean, modern finish.

Structural

Galvanised steel framing backed by Class 1a engineering.

Walls

75mm PU wall panels that help resist moisture and mould.

Wind Rating

Engineered to N3 for broad Australian site suitability.

What's Included for $134,000

No hidden fees, no surprise variations. Here is exactly what you get and what you will need to arrange separately.

Included

✓ Complete 40ft expandable family home
✓ Professional on-site installation
✓ Internal fit-out and finishes
✓ Electrical and plumbing
✓ Full kitchen and bathroom
✓ 7.8kW air conditioner supplied from the factory
✓ 250L hot water system installed by a local plumber
✓ Waterproof testing
✓ Surveyor communication
✓ Council application process
✓ Builder sign-off fees
✓ Engineer reports to back Class 1a certification
✓ Class 1a certification
✓ Energy efficiency report
✓ All certifications & drawings
✓ Council fees

Not Included

✗ Footings
✗ Site preparation (slab, levelling)
✗ Delivery / transport to site
✗ Crane hire and lifting
✗ Services connection (power, water, sewer)
✗ Appliances and furnishings
✗ Landscaping and fencing

Footings, delivery, crane hire and service connections are customer-managed site costs. FlexiHomes can help arrange them at additional cost once your site details and access requirements are confirmed.

40ft Expandable Family Home FAQ

The 40ft model is our largest home, expanding from a standard 40ft shipping container into a spacious 2 bedroom family home with full kitchen, bathroom and generous living area. Exact expanded dimensions will be listed here shortly.

Yes. The 40ft FlexiHome is designed as a family home with 2 bedrooms, a spacious open plan living and dining area, full kitchen and bathroom. It is a Class 1a certified dwelling, the same classification as a standard house.

Yes. The gable roof is included as standard on the 40ft model. It gives the home a traditional house appearance, provides additional insulation and improves weather protection. The 30ft model also includes a gable roof as standard.

The Flexi 40 offers more space with 2 bedrooms and a larger living area, making it better suited for families. It includes a gable roof as standard. The Flexi 30 is more compact and affordable at $124,000, ideal for singles, couples, or as a granny flat. View the Flexi 30 here.

Absolutely. The 40ft model's spacious layout and modern design make it ideal for Airbnb, short-stay or long-term rental properties. Some of our customers have reported their FlexiHome paying for itself within the first year of Airbnb bookings.

The Flexi 40 starts from $134,000, while the Flexi 40 Plus starts from $144,000 and includes the full-length wraparound deck. Base pricing includes the home with gable roof, professional installation, internal fit-out, electrical and plumbing, engineer reports, all certifications and drawings, plus council fees. Footings, delivery, crane hire, site preparation and service connections are organised and paid separately, although FlexiHomes can help coordinate them at additional cost.

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