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

The 40ft Expandable Family Home

A spacious 2-3 bedroom family home that folds out from a standard shipping container. Class 1a certified with gable roof included, delivered and installed anywhere in Australia.

From $99,000 Delivered & Installed

40ft 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

Bedrooms2-3
BathroomFull bathroom
KitchenFull kitchen
Living AreaSpacious open plan living/dining
ClassificationClass 1a Dwelling
Gable RoofIncluded
DeliveryAustralia-wide
InstallationApprox. 1 week on-site
Lead Time8-12 weeks from order
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

Cladding & Customisation Options

Choose the exterior finish that suits your style and location. More options including cornice profiles, cabinetry colours and tapware finishes coming soon.

Dark steel corrugated cladding option

Dark Steel

Modern corrugated steel

Weathered grey timber cladding option

Weathered Timber

Natural grey timber look

Natural honey timber cladding option

Natural Wood

Warm honey timber finish

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
  • 2Reservation & Design
  • 3Site Evaluation
  • 4Contract & Production
  • 5Pre-Installation Setup
  • 6Delivery & Installation
  • 7Final Inspection
  • 8Move In
FlexiHomes consultant ready to help with your container home enquiry
Choosing cladding and finish samples for your container home design
FlexiHomes site assessor evaluating property for container home installation
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

Get in touch to discuss your needs, location and intended use. We put together a personalised quote with everything included.

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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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Site Evaluation & Council Support

Our structural engineer and energy assessor prepare your council documentation and guide you through approvals.

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 a week.

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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What's Included for $99,000

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
Delivery to your site (Australia-wide)
Professional on-site installation
Internal fit-out and finishes
Electrical and plumbing
Full kitchen and bathroom
Structural engineer report
Energy efficiency assessment
Class 1a certification

Not Included

Appliances (fridge, dishwasher, washing machine)
Site preparation (slab, stumps, levelling)
Services connection (power, water, sewer)
Council application fees
Furniture and furnishings
Landscaping and fencing

Finance options available. Site preparation and services connection vary by location.

40ft Expandable Family Home FAQ

The 40ft model is our largest home, expanding from a standard 40ft shipping container into a spacious 2-3 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 2-3 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. On the 30ft model, the gable roof is an optional add-on.

The 40ft model offers more space with 2-3 bedrooms and a larger living area, making it better suited for families. It includes a gable roof as standard. The 30ft model is more compact and affordable at $89,000, ideal for singles, couples, or as a granny flat. View the 30ft model 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 40ft FlexiHome starts from $99,000 delivered and installed. That price includes the home with gable roof, delivery to your site anywhere in Australia, professional installation, internal fit-out, electrical and plumbing, structural engineer report and energy efficiency assessment. Site preparation and services connection are quoted separately based on your location.

Get a Free Quote on the 40ft Family Home

Tell us about your location, intended use and any specific requirements. We will put together a personalised fixed-price quote with delivery and installation included.

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Or view the 30ft compact home

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