Happy birds start here.
Coops priced at $500 or less when we checked, with the maker's flock claim next to what the floor space supports.
We divide the listed coop floor by 4 sq ft per bird, and the run by 10 sq ft per bird, and show the smaller number. Bantams need less, while large breeds and birds that rarely free-range need more. When a maker doesn't list floor area, we can't check the claim.
Most prefab coop listings don't say what kind of wire they use. If a page doesn't say hardware cloth, plan on adding it yourself before raccoon season.
3 of 16 chicken coops match
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Maker says 5 hens. They don't list the floor area, so we can't check it.
Maker says 6 hens. The floor space fits 1.
Maker says 6 hens. The floor space fits 2.