Can I tour tiny houses before I buy?
Nov 4, 2017 — We strongly recommend that you not only tour them, but spend some time in one to determine just how tiny you can comfortably go before you throw out all your stuff! You can find many tiny homes that are available to rent through AirBnB under the visit tab on our website. We also have tiny […]
Read MoreWhy would I want to lease a lot instead of owning it?
Nov 4, 2017 — When purchasing a lot, you would be responsible for your own site prep. Site prep includes installing septic, water, and electrical; driveway and walkways, tree removal, grading, and landscaping etc. If you are wanting to lease a lot, we charge the customer a 1 time site prep fee of $4000. This covers the delivery, hooking […]
Read MoreHow do you define “Tiny House”?
Oct 26, 2017 — A tiny house is a residential structure that is typically sized under 600 square feet. There are 2 accepted designations: 1) THOW (Tiny House On Wheels) which can fit on a trailer have max dimensions of 8 feet 6 inches wide, 13 feet 6 inches tall, and 40 feet long providing a total maximum of […]
Read MoreHow can someone live in so little space?
Oct 26, 2017 — Do this exercise when considering a tiny home: Determine where you spend the most time in your current residence. Measure the exact space that time occupies. For most people, it’s a bathroom with shower/tub, bed, sofa with table and chair, kitchen table, kitchen appliance area, and maybe a porch. These spaces are easily accommodated in […]
Read MoreWhy would I want a tiny house? Why not just use an RV?
Oct 26, 2017 — Typical RVs aren’t built to be used every day like a house. Since they’re expected to be moved frequently, the materials used in the construction are lighter weight and often less durable. RV’s can start to look pretty worn after a much shorter time than you would expect with a house. They also aren’t built […]
Read MoreHow much do they cost?
Oct 26, 2017 — Tiny Houses range from $35-100,000, depending on design, materials used, and builder. Due to financing limitations (see Financing filter), you should expect to pay for the house outright upon delivery. However, keep in mind the following initial expenses: tag and title, land/lease, site prep and utilities installation, delivery if more than 50 miles, storage unit […]
Read MoreCan I bring my own tiny house?
Oct 26, 2017 — You can work with any builder as long as your design is approved for our community. Keep in mind that if you purchase a tiny house through us, we will help you manage that relationship if there are any issues, and may even be able to handle small repairs locally. If you work with an […]
Read MoreDo you build tiny houses?
Oct 26, 2017 — River Ridge Escapes does not build tiny houses. We represent many tiny home builders across the country.
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