Gable farmhouse coop plan
Gable roof with one or two windows and an outside egg hatch. From 7 hens: a deeper coop in the corner of a broader run. Cupola and flower box are looks only.
- Hens
- 1–36
- Coop size
- 4' x 4' to 6' x 8'
- Est. materials
- $730–$9,074
- Skill level
- Advanced
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Four looks, same plan
Style changes colors and trim only. The cut list and the price stay the same.
Farmhouse
Modern Barn
Cottage
Natural
What size gable farmhouse coop do I need?
| Hens | Coop | Run | Height | Est. materials (Economy) | Durable |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4' x 4' | 10 sq ft | 8' 5/8" | $730–$1,253 | $1,018–$1,773 |
| 3 | 4' x 4' | 30 sq ft | 8' 5/8" | $773–$1,327 | $1,061–$1,847 |
| 4 | 4' x 4' | 40 sq ft | 8' 5/8" | $861–$1,471 | $1,149–$1,991 |
| 5 | 5' x 4' | 50 sq ft | 8' 5/8" | $948–$1,611 | $1,252–$2,159 |
| 6 | 6' x 4' | 60 sq ft | 8' 5/8" | $968–$1,651 | $1,300–$2,247 |
| 8 | 4' x 8' | 80 sq ft | 8' 8 5/8" | $1,096–$1,856 | $1,431–$2,457 |
| 10 | 5' x 8' | 100 sq ft | 8' 8 5/8" | $1,262–$2,093 | $1,649–$2,784 |
| 12 | 6' x 8' | 120 sq ft | 8' 8 5/8" | $1,362–$2,253 | $1,747–$2,947 |
| 15 (2 modules) | 4' x 8' | 160 sq ft | 8' 8 5/8" | $2,400–$4,081 | $3,070–$5,283 |
| 20 (2 modules) | 5' x 8' | 200 sq ft | 8' 8 5/8" | $2,588–$4,383 | $3,362–$5,765 |
| 24 (2 modules) | 6' x 8' | 240 sq ft | 8' 8 5/8" | $2,756–$4,661 | $3,526–$6,049 |
| 36 (3 modules) | 6' x 8' | 360 sq ft | 8' 8 5/8" | $4,134–$6,992 | $5,289–$9,074 |
Worked out by our plan engine for a level lawn. Sizes in feet and inches; costs are estimates from typical US home-center prices.
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Questions about this plan
How many hens fit in the gable farmhouse coop?
The plan is sized for 1–36 hens. It grows with your flock: at least 4 sq ft of coop floor per hen with a run.
How much does it cost to build?
Estimated materials run $730 to $9,074, depending on flock size and the material group (Economy or Durable). Prices are estimates from typical US home-center prices.
How long does it take to build?
For 6 hens the plan estimates 17-27 hours (three weekends, with one helper). Skill level: Advanced.
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