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Side-by-side guide

Elm vs Elmore

Elm and Elmore 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.

SpecElmElmore
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Square feet390 sq ft500 sq ft
BedroomsN/AN/A
BathroomsN/A3
Sleeps23
LoftYesYes
Home typeTiny HomeTiny Home
FoundationOn WheelsTrailer
BuilderTumbleweed HousesMovable Roots

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose Elm if:

  • You prefer a smaller footprint that may feel easier to place or move.
  • You prefer the on wheels setup.

Choose Elmore if:

  • You want more overall living space.
  • You need the layout that sleeps more people.
  • You prefer the trailer setup.
Elm

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Elm

Tumbleweed Houses

390 sq ftSleeps 2Loft
Elmore

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Elmore

Movable Roots

500 sq ft3 baSleeps 3Loft

Key differences

  • Elmore offers roughly 110 more square feet than Elm.
  • Elm and Elmore come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

Elm

Elm Pros

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

Elm Cons

  • Less interior space, with roughly 110 sq ft less room.
  • Sleeps fewer people based on the published layout.
  • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.

Elmore

Elmore Pros

  • More interior space, with roughly 110 sq ft more room.
  • Sleeps more people based on the published layout.

Elmore Cons

  • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.
  • Published pricing is limited, so you may need a builder quote to compare budgets precisely.

Builder details

Builder relationship

Elm is built by Tumbleweed Houses, while Elmore comes from Movable Roots. Comparing the builders can help you weigh brand style, construction approach, and the rest of each lineup.

Related alternatives

If neither option is quite right, these nearby matches are worth a look.

Aspen

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Farallon
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Wansley

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WansleyMovable Roots
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Tiny Home by Movable Roots, 390 sq ft, 3 bathroom, includes a loft.

The Culp
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Tiny Home by Movable Roots, 500 sq ft, 3 bathroom, includes a loft, starting around $225,000.