Bargain Barndominiums: 5 Stylish Yet Affordable Country Homes You Can Buy, All Priced Below $500K

by Kellie Speed

Barndominiums continue to be a stylish option for buyers seeking a home with lots of space, lower maintenance, and a wide-open floor plan.

These surprisingly affordable conversions, transforming a former barn into a luxurious condominium-style dwelling, gained momentum when Chip and Joanna Gaines unveiled a stunning transformation in Season 3 of "Fixer Upper."

Whether you are looking for a newer farmhouse or prefer a remote location with lots of land, we have rounded up five budget-friendly options to help you determine if these unconventional country homes are right for you.

From Ohio to Texas, here are five affordably priced barndominiums available for less than $500,000.

1. 9438 Creek View Rd, Guthrie, OK

Price: $287,500

3.59 acres: This rustic home is nestled in the gated community of The Waterglen and located just 35 minutes away from downtown Oklahoma City.

The rural one-bedroom residence sits atop a six-stall barn that could be used for livestock or transformed into a workspace. A modernized interior features vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, a kitchenette with a concrete farmhouse sink, and a primary bedroom equipped with custom-built-in cabinetry and a walk-in closet.

According to the listing, the property has "no builder restrictions," offering "flexibility for future customization."

Lauren Toppins of Cherrywood is the listing agent.

2. 2579 State Highway 6, Valley Mills, TX

Price: $398,000

7.3 acres: Attention investors: Here's the chance to finish what was started in the 1,500-square-foot barndominium while living in a 1950s one-bedroom residence.

The unfinished structure has a 1,848-square-foot wraparound porch, along with a 3,000-square-foot workshop with electricity, water, and insulation already in place. There is also a carport, a storm shelter, and several storage facilities with "all major outbuildings constructed in 2024."

The equestrian estate comes with a four-stall barn with tack and feed rooms. There is a round pen, a separate one-stall hay barn, and detached guest accommodations that could also be used for rental income.

Jamie Rayner of Winhill Advisors - Kirby is the listing agent.

3. 520 N 1st St, Point, TX

Price: $267,000

Recently built: This newer three-bedroom barndominium with a spacious front covered porch just received a $2,999 price chop.

The 1,560-square-foot open floor plan boasts a cozy living room with laminate flooring and a chef's kitchen with granite countertops, an oversized island, and stylish decorative lighting. Two bathrooms offer modern showers. There is a one-car attached garage.

Located on a corner lot, the property also has "room to add a shop."

Aimee Brady of Lake Homes Realty is the listing agent.

4. 3632 County Road 15100, Blossom, TX

Price: $399,990

5 acres: Built in 2023, this beautiful four-bedroom farmhouse offers an energy-efficient design in a rural setting.

Found throughout the 2,117-square-foot open floor plan are high ceilings, designer lighting, and stylish finishes. A spacious primary suite with a sliding barn door, dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a walk-in closet is located on the first floor. There is a two-car attached garage.

The spacious lot offers plenty of space to expand.

Richard Reese of White Rock Realty is the listing agent.

5. County Road 2175, Jeromesville, OH

Price: $279,000

1.65 acres: Built in 2021, this two-bedroom "great condo alternative" features a low-maintenance residence along with plenty of storage space for equipment and outdoor toys.

The 1,224-square-foot interior offers a country kitchen with stainless-steel appliances and a sun-soaked living room with sliders that open to a side patio. The residence has a new septic system and energy-efficient heating and cooling units.

A four-car attached garage with workshop already has rough-in plumbing in place for a buyer looking to add a full bathroom.

Vicki Young of NextHome Next Stepp is the listing agent.

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