When Cheryl retired after 30 years as a public school teacher, she was living in a 1,400-square-foot home. Having raised her son as a single mom, she was ready for something new. She knew the only way she could afford a tiny house would be to build it herself, so she found a workshop with [...]
Tiny Homes with No Lofts
He Built a 22 sq. Ft. Micro Home for $1,470
David Rule built the world’s smallest (functional) home for $1,470 — and you need to see it! Another YouTuber had previously built a 25-square-foot tiny house complete with a sink and kitchen space, but David wanted to go smaller — and he did it. He built an adorable tiny home that’s just 22 square feet [...]
DIY Tiny House on BLM Land: Living on Social Security for $25/Month Rent
Alan built this DIY tiny house after losing his wife, seeking a positive change and a more affordable way to live. He supports himself on Social Security with some DoorDash work on the side. By purchasing an LTVA (long-term visitor access) pass to BLM land, he pays just $25 per month in rent. His DIY [...]
A Refurbished Escape Vista Boho with New Siding, Roof and Flooring
This was a very lightly used Vista Boho that ESCAPE had substantially rebuilt before reselling — and the list of what was replaced is the story. New siding, a new door, and a new metal roof with a long warranty outside; new flooring and a new couch inside. That matters more than a cosmetic refresh. [...]
Tudor Style Cottage in the Woods
This is a Tudor-style cottage in the woods of Sevierville, Tennessee. “Ingrid” is the third cabin at Long Springs Tiny Homes. It features a King-sized bed, exposed beams, and a compact kitchenette. The spacious bathroom for such a tiny home includes a corner soaking tub! Outside the cabin, there’s a picnic table and charcoal grill. [...]
New Mexico Tiny House Village on Rio Grande
This is a new-to-us tiny house community of 33 homes about 45 minutes south of Albuquerque, New Mexico! The village is still expanding, with only 3 of the 17 acres available currently developed. It offers truly affordable housing, with rent costs as low as $400/month with a 12-month lease. You can purchase a tiny house [...]
Village Farm Austin: A Modern Sustainable Tiny House Agrihood
Explore Village Farm Austin, a unique Texas ‘agrihood’ that combines luxury tiny house living with organic farming. Discover the amenities, community spirit, and sustainable lifestyle that define this modern tiny home village.

