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 to 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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S&K Purple Martin House, 12 Room SK-PBH-12
Brand: 28
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S&K Purple Martin Barn, 16 Room SK-BN-16
Brand: 28
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Heath Aluminum 12-Room Deluxe Martin House HMC-AH-12D
Brand: 5
SRP: $249.99
Now: $156.49
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S&K Dual Purple Martin Houses, Expandable Option, 24 Rooms SK-PBH-12-CP2
Brand: 28
SRP: $157.99
Now: $147.99
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Nature House Purple Martin Pioneer House, 12 Room NH-M-12K
Brand: 11
SRP: $283.58
Now: $221.99
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Heath Cedar Purple Martin House, Round Entrance Holes HMC-M-12DP
Brand: 5
SRP: $259.99
Now: $199.99
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Home Bazaar Purple Martin Clubhouse Bird House, 16 Room HOB-2048L
Brand: 88
SRP: $499.99
Now: $349.99
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Heath Aluminum 18-Room Deluxe Martin House HMC-AH-18D
Brand: 5
SRP: $264.99
Now: $239.99
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Nature House Martin Safety System with Pole, 12 Room NH-MSS-12
Brand: 11
SRP: $537.92
Now: $409.99
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Heath Aluminum 24-Room Deluxe Martin House HMC-AH-24D
Brand: 5
SRP: $464.99
Now: $299.99
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S&K Dual Purple Martin Barns, Expandable Option, 28 Rooms SK-BN-16-CP2
Brand: 28
SRP: $167.99
Now: $157.99
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S&K American Barn Purple Martin House, 12 Room SK-AB
Brand: 28
Now: $87.99
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Home Bazaar Hotel California Purple Martin House, 10 Room HOB-9069L
Brand: 88
SRP: $399.99
Now: $349.99
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S&K Purple Martin Houses, Pack of 4 SK-PBH-12-CP4
Brand: 28
SRP: $315.99
Now: $278.99
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Lonestar Goliad Martin House with Crescent Entries, 12 Room SOE-SELSD12C
Brand: 7
SRP: $999.99
Now: $877.99
Estimated to ship directly from the manufacturer within 10 business days
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Bird In Hand Amish Made Hanover Purple Martin House, 4 Rooms HBA-1017
Brand: 234
SRP: $119.99
Now: $112.99
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Wing & A Prayer Purple Martin Castle House, Black Roof AWP-PMCAS-BLK
Brand: 143
SRP: $499.99
Now: $387.99
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Bird In Hand Amish Made Lancaster County Barn Martin House HBA-1011
Brand: 234
SRP: $479.99
Now: $331.99
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Troyer's Deluxe T-14 Poly-wood Martin House Bundle, 14 Room TBP-T14PBW
Brand: 239
SRP: $1,999.99
Now: $1,713.99
Estimated to ship directly from the manufacturer within 5 business days
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Bird In Hand Amish Made Martinsburg Purple Martin Manor HBA-1003
Brand: 234
SRP: $299.99
Now: $249.99
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S&K Great Eight Purple Martin House, 8 Room SK-G8
Brand: 28
Now: $81.99
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Heritage Farms Quad Pod Purple Martin House, 1 level HF-7540
Brand: 19
SRP: $374.99
Now: $254.99
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Heath Two-Story Purple Martin House, 12 Room HMC-PH-12
Brand: 5
SRP: $189.99
Now: $135.99
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Bird In Hand Amish Made Mount Joy Purple Martin Manor HBA-SU-90099
Brand: 234
SRP: $179.99
Now: $149.99
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Heath Aluminum 18-Room Deluxe Martin Houses, Set of 2 HMC-AH-18D-CP2
Brand: 5
SRP: $529.99
Now: $409.99
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Bird In Hand Amish Made Montgomery Purple Martin House HBA-1031S
Brand: 234
SRP: $314.99
Now: $249.99
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Heath Convertible Purple Martin House, 12 Room HMC-AH-12SR
Brand: 5
SRP: $363.99 Sale: $214.99
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Wing & A Prayer Purple Martin Mansion, Verdigris Roof AWP-PMMNSN-V
Brand: 143
SRP: $669.99
Now: $449.99
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Coveside Purple Martin House, 8 Room COV-10090
Brand: 22
SRP: $199.99
Now: $179.99
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Heath Cedar Purple Martin House, Crescent Entrance Holes HMC-M-12SR
Brand: 5
SRP: $285.99
Now: $239.99
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Heath Aluminum 6-Room Deluxe Martin House HMC-AH-6D
Brand: 5
SRP: $149.99
Now: $124.99
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S&K Heavenly Haven Purple Martin House, 10 Room SK-HH
Brand: 28
Now: $81.99
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Lonestar Alamo Martin House with Crescent Entries, 14 Room SOE-SELSD14C
Brand: 7
SRP: $999.99
Now: $856.99
Estimated to ship directly from the manufacturer within 10 business days
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Heath Aluminum Two-Story Premium Martin House, 12 Room HMC-AHN-12
Brand: 5
SRP: $339.99 Sale: $259.99
In Stock
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Heath Cedar Purple Martin House & 3' x 5' American Flag HMC-M-12DP-FLAG
Brand: 5
SRP: $252.99
Now: $199.99
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Lonestar Goliad Martin House with Round Entrances, 12 Room SOE-SELSD12R
Brand: 7
SRP: $999.99
Now: $856.99
Estimated to ship directly from the manufacturer within 10 business days
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Wing & A Prayer Purple Martin Mansion, Hammered Copper Roof AWP-PMMNSN-H
Brand: 143
SRP: $669.99
Now: $449.99
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Lonestar Goliad Junior Martin House w/Crescent Entries, 8 Rm SOE-SELSDJR8C
Brand: 7
SRP: $599.99
Now: $560.99
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Lonestar Goliad Junior Martin House w/ Round Entries, 8 Room SOE-SELSDJR8R
Brand: 7
SRP: $599.99
Now: $560.99
Estimated to ship directly from the manufacturer within 10 business days
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Trio Purple Martin Castle Safety System with Pole, 24 Room NH-PMC-24
Brand: 11
SRP: $1,034.48
Now: $789.99
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Lonestar Alamo Martin House with Round Entrances, 14 Room SOE-SELSD14R
Brand: 7
SRP: $999.99
Now: $856.99
Estimated to ship directly from the manufacturer within 10 business days
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