Your Brood Will Love These Backyard Chicken Coops (2024)

A slow morning outside gathering fresh eggs isn’t just a nice thought, it’s become quite the norm these days. Everyone from city-slickers to homesteaders, and suburban moms are on a mission to have their own chickens in the convenience of their backyard. And why not? Farm-fresh eggs are colorful and delicious. And you might just find some new friends within your flock.

If you’re wanting to raise your own chickens, there are a lot of important factors to consider when buying a chicken coop. For instance, budget, location, size, capacity, durability, and security are all things you’re going to want to mull over. We’ve talked with experts like farmers and poultry buyers who have been tending to chickens for years and have experienced a handful of their own flops and favorites when it comes to protecting their flock. We’re breaking down the good, the bad, and the ugly, or shall we say, smelly, when it comes to finding the perfect home for your hens.

According to Brenna Buckner, a Live Poultry Buyer for Tractor Supply, one of the the first thing's you'll want to do is determine the size of your brood.

"The size of the coop you choose is dependent on the size of your flock, and capacity guidelines are very important to ensure your flock stays happy and healthy," she explained. "Overcrowded flocks cause stress on the birds and can lead to aggressive behavior, spilled water and soiled food. Coops should provide three to four square feet per averaged size bird and outdoor run space should provide seven to ten square feet per bird."

You'll also want to decide if you need a coop with or without a run. A run is a fenced-in space connected to the coop that allows the chickens to roam around. We've also checked for coops that include roosts, an elevated space for the chickens to perch while they sleep, and nesting boxes to lay those eggs! The smallest of coops will usually hold just 2 chickens. Average-sized coops may hold 4-6, while large and extra-large backyard coops can hold up to 12 chickens.

And of course, we know style is important to many! Do you want it to match your home or give it a totally unique look? There are plenty of varieties here, so we're sure you'll find one you and your brood love. Now, time to get to raising some chickens!

P.S. Check out our best DIY chicken coop ideas, gifts for chicken lovers, and chicken coop buying guide as well.

A simple wooden coop comes highly recommended with hundreds of glowing reviews, plus a metal locking system to make sure your chickens stay safe and secure. Rain-resistant fir wood means it's also incredibly durable. "For the price, you really can't beat it," reads one review.

Two enclosed houses and an extra-wide fenced area ensure that your chickens have plenty of room to live and roam. A double nesting box with a hinged top makes egg collection easy, two ramps allow for quick access, and screened windows will give your chickens proper and consistent ventilation.

A stately, farmhouse-style chicken coop, this one comes with everything you and your chickens will need: a pull-out tray for easy cleaning, a nesting box, and a ramp.

This beautiful hand-built cedar coop will become a showpiece in your yard. It can house four to six hens, and the small fold-down door provides easy access for egg collection.

This incredibly well-reviewed chicken coop (available in red, white, or grey) is made of rain-resistant fir wood, meaning it's durable enough to last you a long time. It can fit 3-4 grown chickens and comes with a 1-year warranty.

This Gambrel barn-style coop has four nesting boxes and will make a happy home for up to 12 hens. It has a 61'' H x 34'' W door for easy access.

This is the coop for a serious chicken owner! The 100-square-foot coop can house up to 25 chickens. It features six nesting boxes, a full-size door, and storage for supplies.

Get one of these coops for 2-3 chickens, or purchase two and join the runs to create a massive coop for up to 6 chickens. The wheels make this version portable and the asphalt roofing is ultra-durable.

This coop really does have it all: a nesting hutch with two stalls, a door to the main house, an elevated house with room beneath for grazing and a ramp to access the house, and a high-ceiling run. Oh, and it fits 4 chickens!

We're not sure we've ever seen a coop this beautiful. White trim and a green shingle roof pair beautifully with the planter on the side. It includes spots for your girls to nest and is elevated so they can walk beneath it. Note that it only allows room for 2 chickens, though.