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Side-by-side guide

Elmore vs The Vargas

Elmore and The Vargas 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.

SpecElmoreThe Vargas
Starting priceRequest pricingRequest pricing
Square feet500 sq ftN/A
BedroomsN/AN/A
Bathrooms33
Sleeps310
LoftYesYes
Home typeTiny HomeTiny Home
FoundationTrailerOn Wheels
BuilderMovable RootsMovable Roots

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose Elmore if:

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

Choose The Vargas if:

  • You need the layout that sleeps more people.
  • You prefer the on wheels setup.
Elmore

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Elmore

Movable Roots

500 sq ft3 baSleeps 3Loft
The Vargas

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The Vargas

Movable Roots

3 baSleeps 10Loft

Key differences

  • These two homes sit very close together on price, layout, and style, which makes this a clean apples-to-apples comparison.

Pros and cons

Elmore

Elmore Pros

  • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.
  • Comes from the same builder, which makes finish level and brand positioning easier to compare.

Elmore Cons

  • Sleeps fewer people based on the published layout.
  • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.

The Vargas

The Vargas Pros

  • Sleeps more people based on the published layout.
  • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

The Vargas 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

Built by the same builder

Both homes are built by Movable Roots. If you already trust this builder's style and finish level, the decision comes down to which floor plan, price point, and space profile fits you better.

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The Heese

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Lee
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