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Side-by-side guide

Cornelia vs Hartley

Cornelia and Hartley are both strong options if you are shopping for tiny homes. This comparison breaks down pricing, size, layout, and the tradeoffs that matter most when you are trying to pick the better fit.

Comparison table

Use the table below for the fastest read on price, size, and layout differences.

SpecCorneliaHartley
Starting price$145,000$213,000
Square feetN/AN/A
BedroomsN/AN/A
BathroomsN/AN/A
Sleeps22
LoftYesYes
Home typeTiny HomeTiny Home
FoundationTrailerOn Wheels
BuilderNew Frontier DesignMint Tiny Homes Company

Which one should you buy?

If you are deciding between these two homes, start with the tradeoffs below.

Choose Cornelia if:

  • You want the more budget-friendly option.
  • You prefer the trailer setup.

Choose Hartley if:

  • You prefer the on wheels setup.
  • You like this style of home and want the version that best fits your space priorities.
Cornelia

$145,000

Cornelia

New Frontier Design

Sleeps 2Loft
Hartley

$213,000

Hartley

Mint Tiny Homes Company

Sleeps 2Loft

Key differences

  • Cornelia starts about $68,000 lower than Hartley.
  • Cornelia and Hartley come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

Cornelia

Cornelia Pros

  • Lower starting price by about $68,000.
  • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

Cornelia Cons

  • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.
  • Square-footage details are limited in the current public listing.

Hartley

Hartley Pros

  • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

Hartley Cons

  • Higher starting price by about $68,000.
  • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.

Builder details

Builder relationship

Cornelia is built by New Frontier Design, while Hartley comes from Mint Tiny Homes Company. Comparing the builders can help you weigh brand style, construction approach, and the rest of each lineup.

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