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School Bus Conversion: Apartment on Wheels

This school bus conversion is like an apartment on wheels!

It’s a 2012 Chevrolet Express with 77,000 miles on the odometer. The high-top conversion is available on Van Life Trader out of San Diego, California, for $49,999.

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This School Bus Conversion is like an Apartment on Wheels

Unique tiny house on wheels with a person relaxing in a hammock at sunset.

Images via Van Life Trader


School Bus Turned Apartment on Wheels

Step inside this unique off-grid school bus conversion, and you’ll find a living space that’s more than just a vehicle interior. It’s a fully functional apartment on wheels, complete with all the necessities for a comfortable life. And the best part? No slide-outs are necessary!

School bus conversion interior with compact kitchen and cozy dining area.

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Built-in Dog Bowls & Storage

The interior has been retrofitted to suit the lifestyle with a dog – with a built-in area for food & water bowls.

School bus conversion interior with cozy wooden cabinetry and green accents.

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Adventure with your Best Friend

Since it was a school bus in the past, the passenger seat was removed long ago. The area is appropriately utilized for storage and dog bowls that stay in place.

Interior view of a tiny house bus conversion with a small kitchen and decorative plants.

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Multi-functional Dining & Bed Area

The dining area turns into a bed for sleep mode, making it a space-saving, multi-functional design. Beyond the doors in the back of the bus is the bathroom area, which you’ll get to see next.

School bus conversion interior with cozy bed and compact living space.

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Bathroom with Shower, Toilet & Storage Space

The bathroom has a portable toilet, a shower with plenty of space, and proper ventilation. There seems to be plenty of space to use it as part garage and part bathroom when traveling.

Bathroom in a converted school bus tiny house.

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Full Kitchen with Cabinets, Fridge, Stove & Large Sink

The bus has a fully-featured kitchen with cabinets, a refrigerator, a stove, and a large sink.

Compact tiny house kitchen with modern appliances and efficient storage.

Images via Van Life Trader

Day Mode Dining Area

I’ve included the living area in dining mode below. Perfect during the day and when traveling.

Compact school bus apartment with modern kitchen and seating area.

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Lots of Windows & Cabinets

A closer look at the kitchen countertop, cabinets, sink, and windows.

Compact kitchen in school bus conversion with stainless steel sink and modern appliances.

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The Rooftop Deck with a Hammock

One of the bus’s unique features is the rooftop deck with a hammock, which is an amazing spot to catch sunsets and sunrises.

Woman relaxing in hammock on a wooden pier at sunset, showcasing tiny house lifestyle by the sea.

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Beachfront School Bus Life

Below is a shot of the bus conversion in one of its happiest places, beachfront! Where would you go with your own school bus conversion like this?

School bus conversion into a tiny home on wheels with a kayak on top, parked by the beach at sunset.

Images via Van Life Trader

Highlights

  • 2012 Chevrolet Express with 77,000 miles, available for $49,999
  • Interior designed like an apartment on wheels; no slide-outs needed
  • Features built-in dog bowls and storage for pet owners
  • Passenger seat area repurposed for storage and dog bowls
  • Dining area converts into a bed, saving space
  • Bathroom equipped with shower, toilet, and ample storage
  • Fully featured kitchen with cabinets, fridge, stove, and sink
  • Living area doubles as a dining space during the day
  • Abundance of windows and cabinets for natural light and storage
  • Unique rooftop deck with a hammock for sunset and sunrise views

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Alex Pino is the founder of Tiny House Talk, a leading resource on tiny homes and simple living since 2009. He helps readers discover unique homes, connect with builders, and explore alternative living.
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