Avian enthusiasts erect martin housing every year, in hopes of becoming a successful landlord. Ensuring that the home you choose meets both the martins' needs and your own can make your colony successful, for a rewarding hobby for years to come. As a colony bird which prefers to roost near humans, martin houses are most successful when pole mounted 10' to 20' high, in an open area at least 30' from human housing. Lighter colored homes attract the birds best, and are excellent at keeping nestlings cool in the summer. The minimum suggested compartment size is 6" x 6" x 6", while larger ones offer better protection from predators. Entry holes sized 1.75" to 2.25" in diameter allow the martins passage and attract them best.
Part of being a successful landlord is monitoring the nests, which requires access to the housing. You will want to ensure the house you choose is easily accessible for you. This is often accomplished with a telescoping pole, lanyard system, or winch system. Not only does the size need to be right for martins, it also needs meet your needs as a landlord, and you will want to determine if the home requires assembly. Optional features such as predator guards, top perches, and door stops may also help determine the home you purchase.


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Trio Purple Martin Castle Safety System w/ Pole NH-PMC-24
Now: $498.99
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Heath Aluminum 18-room Deluxe Martin House HMC-AH-18D
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Home Bazaar Purple Martin Clubhouse Bird House, 16 Room HOB-2048L
Reg: $359.99
Now: $289.99
5 in Stock Ships from OH within 24 business hours
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Trio Martin Safety System w/ Pole NH-MSS-12
Now: $289.99
9 in Stock Ships from OH within 24 business hours
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Heath Aluminum 24-room Deluxe Martin House HMC-AH-24D
Reg: $149.99
Now: $129.99
30 in Stock Ships from OH within 24 business hours
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Trio Purple Martin Pioneer House NH-M-12K
Now: $142.99
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Heath Aluminum 12-room Deluxe Martin House HMC-AH-12D
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S&K Purple Martin Barn & Perch, 16 Room SK-BN-16
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Heath Cedar Purple Martin House, Round Entrance Holes HMC-M-12DP
Reg: $174.99
Now: $149.99
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Heath Convertible Purple Martin House, 12 Room HMC-AH-12SR
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S&K Purple Martin House, 12 Room SK-PBH-12
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Heritage Farms Quad Pod Purple Martin House, 1 level HF-7540
Reg: $224.99
Now: $179.99
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Heath Two-Story Purple Martin House, 12 Room HMC-PH-12
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Heath Purple Martin House, Crescent Entrance Holes HMC-M-12SR
Reg: $194.99
Now: $164.99
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Trio Mini-Castle Safety System w/ Pole NH-TM-12
Now: $323.99
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Purple Martin Safety System, 2 Story, 8 Compartment Kit NH-MSS-8
Now: $204.99
7 in Stock Ships from OH within 24 business hours
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Lonestar Alamo House w/ Crescent Entrances LSPM-D-14C
Reg: $599.99
Now: $529.99
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S&K Bo Bungalow Martin Family House, 6 Room SK-BOB
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Nature House DuraCraft Hexagonal Purple Martin House NH-DH-12N
Now: $109.99
2 in Stock Ships from OH within 24 business hours
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Le Petit Chalet Purple Martin House, White LPC-1009
Reg: $199.99
Now: $179.99
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Home Bazaar Town Hall Purple Martin House HOB-2000-WHT
Reg: $299.99 Sale: $229.99
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Heartwood Victorian Mansion, Brown Copper Roof HW-033C
Reg: $459.99
Now: $419.99
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Heartwood Martin Plantation House HW-152A
Reg: $999.99
Now: $929.99
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S&K Bo Villa Purple Martin Home, 11" SK-BVG
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Heartwood Victorian Mansion, Copper Roof HW-007A
Reg: $459.99
Now: $419.99
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Heartwood Victorian Mansion, Brown Copper Roof HW-007C
Reg: $459.99
Now: $419.99
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Heartwood Victorian Mansion, Shiny Copper Roof, White HW-033A
Reg: $459.99
Now: $419.99
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Heartwood Victorian Mansion, Verdigris Roof HW-033B
Reg: $459.99
Now: $419.99
3 in Stock Ships from OH within 24 business hours
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Coveside Purple Martin House COV-10090
Reg: $159.99
Now: $149.99
1 in Stock Ships from OH within 24 business hours
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Heartwood Victorian Mansion with Green Metal Roof HW-032A
Reg: $459.99
Now: $419.99
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Wing & A Prayer Purple Martin Manse, Hammered Copper Roof AWP-PMMANS-H
Reg: $699.99
Now: $499.99
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Wing & A Prayer Purple Martin Manse, Verdigris Roof AWP-PMMANS-V
Reg: $699.99
Now: $499.99
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Lonestar Goliad Martin House LSPM-D-12
Reg: $599.99
Now: $529.99
Estimated to ship within 72 business hours from the manufacturer
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Lonestar Goliad House w/ Crescent Entrances LSPM-D-12C
Reg: $599.99
Now: $529.99
Estimated to ship within 72 business hours from the manufacturer
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Lonestar Alamo Martin House LSPM-D-14
Reg: $599.99
Now: $529.99
Estimated to ship within 72 business hours from the manufacturer
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