The nuclear bunkers you can buy from just £15,000

Fallout shelters that won't break the bank

With the future of the world looking slightly uncertain, a sturdy survival bunker might suddenly seem like a good investment. No longer just available to the super-rich, there are plenty of budget-friendly options out there that anyone can afford.

Whether you're looking to stockpile for a potential natural disaster or have a secure hideaway to hand in the event of an emergency, click or scroll through to discover the best ready-built shelters and backyard bunker kits to hunker down in...

All dollar values in US dollars.

BombNado, available in USA: from $19,000 (£15k)

If you're on the lookout for a shelter to add to your existing home, then BombNado is the perfect option. Comprising four separate parts, the shelter is designed to fit through a seven-foot-high garage door opening, then each section lowers into the hole for reassembly under the floor. A BombNado provides the ideal place to ride out any sort of storm.

BombNado, available in USA: from $19,000 (£15k)

With multiple uses as a bomb shelter, fallout bunker, tornado shelter or even a storage cellar, BombNado is fully customisable inside. Floor plans start at 64 square feet but reach up to 160 square feet, which leaves room for a toilet, multiple bunk beds and a sitting area.

BombNado, available in USA: from $19,000 (£15k)

With prices reportedly starting at just $19,000 (£15k), BombNado can be concealed almost anywhere. In fact, the module's bulletproof hatch door can be located inside your bedroom closet, or even behind a false wall for ultimate peace of mind.

BombNado, available in USA: from $19,000 (£15k)

The backyard bunker comes equipped with an NBC Air Filtration System that protects you from nuclear, biological and chemical warfare. And it's so sturdy you could even park a car on top of the hatch.

BombNado, available in USA: from $19,000 (£15k)

As well as all this, the bunker also boasts secret storage underneath the laminated oak flooring, perfect for storing extra food and supplies. They really have thought of everything!

DIY bomb shelter, available worldwide: from $27,500 (£22k)

If you fancy something a little bigger that's still affordable, American Safe Room provides the perfect solution, supplying all the critical components needed so you can assemble one of their secure shelters yourself.

DIY bomb shelter, available worldwide: from $27,500 (£22k)

Starting from $27,500 (£22k), depending on the size of shelter you select, each one can be built with steel beam reinforcement, which gives the structure additional strength.

As if that wasn't enough, they can also be buried deep underground and still have a certified blast load rating of 2,980lbs per square foot.

DIY bomb shelter, available worldwide: from $27,500 (£22k)

Along with a handy instruction manual that promises to help you along every step of building your own shelter, American Safe Room also provides you with all the steel elements, including brackets, fasteners, trusses, ventilation pipes and the electrical, water and septic channels, leaving you to source the concrete.

DIY bomb shelter, available worldwide: from $27,500 (£22k)

Each kit also comes with a Safe Cell NBC air filtration system, complete with built-in battery backup capability, so you'll never be caught short in a disaster. Each shelter is completely customisable; this bunker has a camouflaged entrance, so it can blend in with its surroundings.

DIY bomb shelter, available worldwide: from $27,500 (£22k)

Starting at 160 square feet and available as big as 700 square feet, these bunkers can also come equipped with a blast door, should you feel the need to add one to your unique design.

Ready in just four weeks, it's the perfect solution if you're looking for a quick build at a reasonable price.

Vivos Indiana, Indiana, USA: $35,000 (£28k)

Nestled underground in the wilds of the American Midwest, Vivos Indiana is a vast subterranean shelter that can accommodate up to 80 people. Built within a converted Cold War-era bunker complex, it's strong enough to withstand a 20-megaton nuclear explosion. That's some serious protection!

Vivos Indiana, Indiana, USA: $35,000 (£28k)

Several resale places are available in the 10,000-square-foot complex. Each place costs just $35,000 (£28k) per person, which isn't overly expensive, considering the underground bolthole is more like a comfortable four-star hotel than a spartan military bunker. The decor may not be completely on trend, but you probably won't mind if you're trying to survive.

Vivos Indiana, Indiana, USA: $35,000 (£28k)

The impressive Indiana facility can accommodate its residents for up to a year, with no need to venture up to the surface. Big on amenities, the shelter has a huge chef-style kitchen, a movie theatre, an open-plan lounge area and a whole lot more besides.

Vivos Indiana, Indiana, USA: $35,000 (£28k)

Like the other rooms in the complex, the bathrooms are full-sized, so residents don't have to scrimp on creature comforts. Other highlights include kennels so residents can bring their dogs, a gym area and an indoor garden for growing fresh fruit and veggies.

Vivos Indiana, Indiana, USA: $35,000 (£28k)

Customers can choose from a bunk in a shared room if they're single or a double bed in a private room if they're coupled up. Best of all, the bunker is stocked with vital medical supplies, enough food and fuel for a year, and a well to provide fresh water to the entire community.

Mini Bunker, available worldwide: $49,000 (£39k)

If you want something a little closer to home should the unthinkable happen, installing a shelter in your garden may be the way forward.

Texas-based Rising S Bunkers offers one of the most affordable options, with their Mini Bunker coming in at just $49,000 (£39k), excluding delivery and installation charges, which change depending on where in the world you are.

Mini Bunker, available worldwide: $49,000 (£39k)

Unlike a simple tornado shelter, the Rising S Mini Bunker is designed to protect its occupants from bomb blasts and nuclear fallout, too. The solid steel structure can be lifted into place for an instant shelter should the worst occur.

Mini Bunker, available worldwide: $49,000 (£39k)

Measuring just eight feet by 12 feet, the bunker offers a basic survival space that can be decorated with homely touches for a more welcoming feel. The dinky living area has an air filtration system, a bunk bed and a stove to keep residents toasty and warm in the colder months.

Mini Bunker, available worldwide: $49,000 (£39k)

There's also a compact kitchen, a composting toilet and a shower unit, plus a TV/DVD system to keep the whole family entertained.

It's worth noting that the bunkers are made to order, so buyers can select their ideal floor plan and amenities. For those with bigger budgets, Rising S provides a range of more spacious bunkers...

Mini Bunker, available worldwide: $49,000 (£39k)

Measuring 500 square feet, the 'Silver Leaf' shelter (pictured) is one of the company's finest and the two-bedroom base model costs $145,900 (£115k).

Additionally, The Fortress, part of the company's Xtreme Series, will set you back a cool $1.6 million (£1.3m), but for your money you'll gain 42 bunk beds, 15 private bedrooms, 10 bathrooms and three kitchens.

Abandoned buildings with hidden bunker, Mississippi, USA: $55,000 (£43k)

Offering an alternative to purpose-built bunkers, this listing is a fixer-upper like no other. The lot comes equipped with two abandoned structures that were once a four-bedroom home and the former post office and barber shop of Tremont, Mississippi. Today, they're vacant and in need of rescuing.

Abandoned buildings with hidden bunker, Mississippi, USA: $55,000 (£43k)

Inside the abandoned home, you'll find spacious living spaces and four bedrooms. The interior is extremely rundown, though, and would need a total overhaul to render it liveable. However, this house isn't the reason why we're interested in this listing...

Abandoned buildings with hidden bunker, Mississippi, USA: $55,000 (£43k)

Head into the overgrown garden, behind the derelict units, and you might just be able to spot a hidden steel door. It leads into a Cold War-style bunker or storm shelter that seems to have been built and discarded many years ago.

Abandoned buildings with hidden bunker, Mississippi, USA: $55,000 (£43k)

If you're brave enough to open the hatch door, then a set of steps leads into the underground space. Sadly, we don't know how big the shelter is but, according to the listing, there are 1,800 square feet of interior space in total, which likely takes all of the buildings into account.

Abandoned buildings with hidden bunker, Mississippi, USA: $55,000 (£43k)

Made up of a single room, the bunker is showing signs of damp and decay. But, with a little imagination, we're sure it could be turned into a very comfortable hideaway. The buyer will need to arrange for water, electricity and a backup generator to be installed, though, before the bunker can be used properly. If you're keen to take the fixer-upper on, it's currently for sale for a mere $55,000 (£43k).

Vivos xPoint, South Dakota, USA: $55,000 (£43k)

In addition to Vivos Indiana and a secretive bunker for billionaires in Europe, Vivos also operates the world's largest private shelter community, Vivos xPoint. Situated in remote South Dakota, on the former Black Hills Army Base, it's one of the safest places in the world. The 18-square-mile complex is a high-altitude, non-seismic haven, located far away from any large bodies of water and known nuclear targets.

Vivos xPoint, South Dakota, USA: $55,000 (£43k)

A former army munitions depot, the community boasts 575 incredibly tough concrete military bunkers with space for 5,000 survivalists to ride out the worst. Accommodating between 10 and 24 people, each bunker was built to withstand a 500,000-pound internal blast and provide total protection from nuclear fallout. An entire bunker at Vivos xPoint is priced at $55,000 (£43k), with an annual ground rent of $1,091 (£858).

Vivos xPoint, South Dakota, USA: $55,000 (£43k)

Surprisingly spacious at up to 2,120 square feet, each bunker offers enough room to house residents in comfort for a year or more, with no need to go outside. There are also plenty of options to add luxury touches such as a mezzanine or attic, so you can ride out the end of the world like a billionaire.

Vivos xPoint, South Dakota, USA: $55,000 (£43k)

Clients can select from several floor plans, configurations and decorative options, which can include everything from a fully fitted kitchen, pool tables and plush sofas, to LED 'windows' that simulate outdoor views. Vivos has put together a show bunker to give buyers an idea of what they can expect. As you can see, it's pretty swish!

Vivos xPoint, South Dakota, USA: $55,000 (£43k)

If they ever have to hunker down in their bunker, residents won't feel like they're roughing it. Vivos can install a proper bathroom in your shelter, complete with a spacious tub and stylish décor. Offering relative luxury on a shoestring budget, residents can even request a sizeable master bedroom, with more than enough space for a king-size bed. We can think of worse spots to shelter during an apocalypse!

Former army base units, South Dakota, USA: from $69,900 (£55k)

Interestingly, two units at Vivos xPoint in South Dakota are on the wider property market – likely because someone bought them and decided to sell them off.

Located in Fall River County, the abandoned units are located on the expansive Black Hills Army Base, which was originally built by the Army Corps of Engineers to safely store projectiles and munitions.

Former army base units, South Dakota, USA: from $69,900 (£55k)

The base was utilised between 1942 and 1967, after which it was decommissioned. Now, two vacant bunkers on the site are up for grabs. The first is priced at $69,900 (£55k) and the second at $95,000 (£75k).

Former army base units, South Dakota, USA: from $69,900 (£55k)

It's unclear why the bunkers are priced differently since they both span 2,080 square feet and are vacant and ready to be transformed into comfortable and secure shelters.

Former army base units, South Dakota, USA: from $69,900 (£55k)

Both bunkers are built into the ground, with concrete shells and ultra-secure, steel blast entrance doors that seal to stop any water, air or gas permeation. Spanning 60 by 80 feet, they have 12.5-foot high, barrel ceilings, concrete floors, air and exhaust ventilation shafts and emergency exits.

Former army base units, South Dakota, USA: from $69,900 (£55k)

Total blank canvases, buyers can utilise Vivos's interior design options to finish their bunker and a water hook-up and air filtration system is already in place. So all you'd need to do is renovate and move in!

Modular shelter, available worldwide: from $80,000 (£63k)

Texas-based Atlas Survival Shelters offers a range of affordable steel bunkers priced from as little as $400 (£315) per square foot. The model pictured measures 10 feet by 20 feet, but unlike similar-sized designs it contains a decontamination room – a must-have when it comes to surviving a nuclear disaster.

Modular shelter, available worldwide: from $80,000 (£63k)

Each shelter has an impenetrable gas-tight door, a state-of-the-art air filtration system, a generator pod and enough solid steel to make it impervious to bomb blasts, fire, floods and disease. Compact enough to fit in a large backyard, the shelter can be installed in no time at all. For an additional cost, Atlas can also fit out the space to the buyer's exact requirements.

Modular shelter, available worldwide: from $80,000 (£63k)

Not so different from home sweet home, these well-appointed bunkers are as cosy as they come. Buyers can opt for a stunning fitted kitchen and diner, stylish sofas, an LED TV and DVD player, throws, cushions and other creature comforts.

Modular shelter, available worldwide: from $80,000 (£63k)

One of the biggest draws of Atlas is the company's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Each shelter can be fully customised to suit your needs and style. What's more, they are built to withstand extreme weather conditions and potential threats, making them highly durable and secure.

Modular shelter, available worldwide: from $80,000 (£63k)

A number of potentially life-saving options can be snapped up too for an additional charge. These include camera surveillance, short-wave radios, solar panels and, last but not least, multiple radiation detectors. There are countless models and sizes to pick from, so you're sure to find one that meets your needs.

Base Model Bomb Shelter, available worldwide: $103,900 (£82k)

When survival is key, this Base Model Bomb Shelter by Rising S Bunkers is the place to hunker down. Starting at just $103,900 (£82k), the bunker has enough room for eight people to weather out the storm, whatever it may be.

Base Model Bomb Shelter, available worldwide: $103,900 (£82k)

The ideal shelter for those looking to customise, the unit has everything you need for a comfortable lifestyle. After entering through the bullet-resistant door, you'll be greeted by an open-plan layout that has plenty of space, bulk storage and shelving units.

Base Model Bomb Shelter, available worldwide: $103,900 (£82k)

In these images, which imagine what the inside of the bomb shelter could look like, the small but functional kitchen boasts double counter space, along with a sink.

Base Model Bomb Shelter, available worldwide: $103,900 (£82k)

So you don't have to go without your creature comforts, the bunker comes with all the furniture you'll need, including a small dining table, wardrobes and a fully working composting toilet. To make the space even more homely, it also boasts a painted exterior built to last 150 years.

Base Model Bomb Shelter, available worldwide: $103,900 (£82k)

As well as comfortable bunks and superior interior design elements, the property is perfect for an extended stay underground, due to its off-grid elements. It comes with NBC air filtration, a water pressure pump, a grey water evacuation tank, a solar generation charging system with battery supply and a water inlet, just to name a few crucial mod-cons.

Underground prepper bunker, Missouri, USA: $299,900 (£236k)

If you'd rather buy a ready-made and lived-in bunker, then this underground prepper retreat in Missouri, USA could well pique your interest. Listed with SpecialFinds for $299,900 (£236k), the custom-built bunker sits on 2.4 acres of land close to the city of Mountain Grove in the Ozarks.

Underground prepper bunker, Missouri, USA: $299,900 (£236k)

The outside of the bunker sits on a small hill and looks rather unassuming, but head through the secure front door and down a set of steps and you'll find a homely, 1,250-square-foot property that's both ultra-private and inviting. There's a spacious kitchen with a large pantry and dining area, three bedrooms, two full bathrooms and a laundry and storage room.

Underground prepper bunker, Missouri, USA: $299,900 (£236k)

All of the interior spaces are comfortable and traditionally decorated, so the buyer may wish to undertake a minor renovation to make the rooms a little more modern. Otherwise, it's move-in ready and all you'll need to do is pack your bags.

Underground prepper bunker, Missouri, USA: $299,900 (£236k)

Plus, the brilliant bunker is equipped with fresh air intake, a central heat pump, a full-size shower, a bathtub and standard toilets rather than composting models. There are also two garden sheds, an insulated garage and a 1,250-square-foot shop building – all of which could be converted into bunkers and leased out to others.

Underground prepper bunker, Missouri, USA: $299,900 (£236k)

As for outside space, the grounds come equipped with endless fruit trees, a spring-fed creek, plenty of areas for growing a garden, a 500-gallon liquid propane gas tank and an 80-foot antenna tower – so you can keep guard and ensure you never lose your all-important telecoms access.

The property is also fully fenced and includes a secure gate and security system, so you'll be properly protected during your stay.

Remote acreage with bunker, Michigan, USA: $350,000 (£275k)

This secluded, spacious and affordable compound lies in Ionia County, Michigan. Stretching almost 37 acres, there's nothing but fields and trees for miles around. Priced at just $350,000 (£275k), the parcel benefits from a dilapidated barn, which could be transformed into a main residence, but that isn't nearly all...

Remote acreage with bunker, Michigan, USA: $350,000 (£275k)

There's an abandoned living space above the barn, complete with a kitchen, lounge, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. There are ample fruit trees, including apple, pear and black walnut, as well as approximately an acre of asparagus. The area is also known for attracting ducks and deer, meaning the buyer could be self-sufficient and live off the land. Plus, if you look carefully, you might be able to spot the property's biggest secret...

Remote acreage with bunker, Michigan, USA: $350,000 (£275k)

That’s right, the acreage has its very own concrete bunker. Described by the listing agents as a “bonus bunker/root cellar” – the latter of which is used for the storage of vegetables, fruits and nuts – the shelter needs a bit of work but could easily be utilised as a prepper's bunker.

Remote acreage with bunker, Michigan, USA: $350,000 (£275k)

The bunker likely needs a new, secure entrance door and perhaps some exterior reinforcement to ensure it's impenetrable. Inside, it features a couple of compact rooms with solid brick walls and no windows. Though small, the underground retreat seems to have enough space for a few bunk beds, a bathroom, a living space and a kitchen, making it ideal for a family or small group of people.

Remote acreage with bunker, Michigan, USA: $350,000 (£275k)

What’s more, the underground retreat already has electric and water services in place, so it just needs a bit of cosmetic work. In total, the estate offers about 1,300 square feet of inside space, but with all that land there's the opportunity for the buyer to create an ultra-secure compound.

Home with secure bunker, Wisconsin, USA: $449,999 (£354k)

If you're looking for a full-time home that offers the chance to hide away in a secure facility, should the need arise, then this listing could be ideal for you. This ranch-style property in Polk County, Wisconsin provides privacy, security and space in one.

Home with secure bunker, Wisconsin, USA: $449,999 (£354k)

The house spans 2,330 square feet and comes equipped with an open-plan living area, with a lounge, dining zone and spacious kitchen. There are five bedrooms and two bathrooms, as well as a home office. Traditional in style, the buyer might want to undertake some modernisation works.

Home with secure bunker, Wisconsin, USA: $449,999 (£354k)

Yet the house isn’t the listing’s most exciting feature. In the five-acre garden, you’ll find a purpose-built garage that provides an extra 2,330 square feet of space. Built in 1987, it’s fully insulated and heated, with electricity and other utility hookups already in place. Plus, it harbours a secret basement, where a secure bunker can be found.

Home with secure bunker, Wisconsin, USA: $449,999 (£354k)

Built like a fortress, the bunker can be accessed via a clandestine door, hidden behind timber wall panelling. The secure blast door leads into the spacious shelter, which is currently littered with belongings and could do with a makeover to render it more comfortable.

Home with secure bunker, Wisconsin, USA: $449,999 (£354k)

The bunker comes complete with enough room for bunk beds, a kitchenette and a bathroom, but the buyer will need to spend a bit of money to install all the necessary conveniences, should they choose to utilise the space for safety. Priced at just $449,999 (£354k), this sprawling property offers a prepper everything they could need.

Prepper's paradise, Arizona, USA: $499,900 (£393k)

Over in Mohave County, Arizona you'll find this absolute prepper's paradise. The 10-acre parcel is located directly off historic Route 66 and comes complete with all the essentials for seeing out a nuclear disaster. Let's take a closer look...

Prepper's paradise, Arizona, USA: $499,900 (£393k)

For sale with Realty ONE Group Mountain Desert for $499,900 (£393k), the property provides plenty of bang for your buck. For starters, there's a 2,431-square-foot home that was built in 2001. It benefits from three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a lounge, a dining room, a kitchen, a utility room and a two-car garage.

Built to last, the home was constructed from steel and concrete blocks. Various outbuildings could also be utilised as secure shelters.

Prepper's paradise, Arizona, USA: $499,900 (£393k)

The estate has an expansive quonset (a corrugated metal structure) that has been partitioned into three separate sections. It offers a huge greenhouse, a workshop and a subterranean bunker – that means you'll have somewhere to grow your own food, work and live in the event of a catastrophe.

Prepper's paradise, Arizona, USA: $499,900 (£393k)

Reinforced with gunite, the workshop sits above the bunker and has two private rooms, making it perfect as a standalone shelter. Plus, one of the outbuildings is equipped with an upgraded battery house, with 32 6V batteries on a 48V system that supports over 40 solar panels.

Prepper's paradise, Arizona, USA: $499,900 (£393k)

Other highlights include the home’s corrals and chicken coop – so you could rear livestock and live off-grid. The estate also offers an old trailer that could be converted into a cool tiny home and, potentially, rented out, as well as a large outdoor orchard. Talk about made for a prepper!