Side-by-side guide

Elm vs The Ronan

Elm and The Ronan 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.

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Comparison table

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

Spec	Elm	The Ronan
Starting price	Request pricing	$167,000
Square feet	390 sq ft	390 sq ft
Bedrooms	N/A	N/A
Bathrooms	N/A	N/A
Sleeps	2	N/A
Loft	Yes	N/A
Home type	Tiny Home	Tiny Home
Foundation	On Wheels	Permanent Foundation
Builder	Tumbleweed Houses	Wind River Built

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose Elm if:

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

Choose The Ronan if:

You prefer the permanent foundation setup.
You like this style of home and want the version that best fits your space priorities.

Request pricing

Elm

Tumbleweed Houses

390 sq ftSleeps 2Loft

$167,000

The Ronan

Wind River Built

390 sq ft

Key differences

Elm and The Ronan 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

• 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.

The Ronan

The Ronan Pros

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

The Ronan Cons

• Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.
• Delivery coverage is less explicit in the current public specs.

Builder details

Builder relationship

Elm is built by Tumbleweed Houses, while The Ronan comes from Wind River Built. Comparing the builders can help you weigh brand style, construction approach, and the rest of each lineup.

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