Amish-Built Horse Barns | Prefabricated Horse Barns for Sale (2024)

FAQs

How much does it cost to build a 12x12 horse stall? ›

Typical 12x12 stall kits can cost anywhere from $1,000 to $2,500 per stall; see here for more on stall options.

The cheapest way to build a horse barn involves using cost-effective materials and simplified construction methods. Some cost-saving strategies include opting for a shed row-style barn. This has a simpler design and requires fewer materials compared to traditional barn styles.

Use the guidelines below to help you determine what size horse barn you should buy: Average-sized horses (15 hands) do well in a 10' by 12' stall. Taller breeds (16 hands) should be in a 12' by 12' stall. Miniature horses or ponies (12 – 14 hands) are comfortable in an 8' by 10' stall.

Building Size

Thirty-six feet is a common building width (12' wide alley, flanked by 12' wide stalls on each side) and 10' for height. Length will depend on number of stalls, stall length, and additional rooms: tack room, wash bay, bathroom, lounge/office, and storage for feed, hay and equipment.

An average (15h) horse can be comfortable in a 10×12 or even a 10×10 stall. For a mare and foal, consider two normal horse stall height and size with a removable partition. If you need an odd size stall, like a 10×14 or 12×16, we can do it and it won't cost you anything extra.

The Bottom Line on Choosing Barn Materials

In most cases, metal buildings offer a durable, cost-effective option favored by many horse farms. The upsides of choosing a metal barn include a long, low-maintenance lifespan and quick build time.

Porous Asphalt

Why It's a Good Choice: Porous asphalt is a coarse pavement that allows water and urine to drain through it, into a layer of stone, and eventually, to the soil below your barn. This type of flooring is easy to install, as it does not require a contractor to have special equipment or skills.

Building a metal barn yourself.

Plus, because of the low cost of most metals and the simple construction of metal building kits, it's possible to build a new metal barn for less than half the cost of having a wooden structure rebuilt.

Often, one horse per acre is used as a starting point. In some cases, two acres is recommended for the first horse and one additional acre for each additional horse is suggested to prevent over-grazing of pastures.

Siting For Access

He recommends 75 feet between the house and the barn, but on smaller properties, even closer would be OK. Apart from regular, daily chores, consider how veterinarians can access the barn with their vehicles and where you can back a trailer to the barn door.

How many horses are on 1 acre? ›

In general, the approximate pasture needs per average-sized mature horse, with pasture providing most, if not all, of the nutrition is: 1 - 2 acres with an excellent, dense sod, permanent pasture. 2 - 2.5 acres with an average permanent pasture (spring growth will be OK but summer forage is average)

An 8-foot-high stall partition is standard. Partition height needs to be at least 7 1⁄2 feet to prevent horses from getting legs over the wall. Most horses can kick as high as 7 feet.

The most common pole barn size is 30×40. This is the most common overall size. It differs from residential to commercial. The most common residential pole barn size is 24×24.

A DIY shed usually costs between $20 and $175 per square foot. So a 12×12 shed could cost anywhere from $2,000 to $25,000.

An average-sized horse (about 14-16 hands) can fit comfortably in a 12' x 12' stall. That being said, one can consider a smaller stall such as 10'x12′ – depending on personal preferences and stall usage. Ponies, Welsh or Shetland breeds typically will do well in a 10' x 10' stall.

Actual size: 10'W x 12'D (10 by 12) Types: Wood, plastic and metal. Styles: Barn, ranch and gable. Cost: $1,599 (Do-it-yourself) to $3,499 (installed)