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Side-by-side guide

Genesis vs Cornelia

Genesis and Cornelia 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.

SpecGenesisCornelia
Starting price$40,000$145,000
Square feet135 sq ftN/A
BedroomsN/AN/A
BathroomsN/AN/A
SleepsN/A2
LoftYesYes
Home typeTiny HomeTiny Home
FoundationTrailerTrailer
BuilderDragon Tiny HomesNew Frontier Design

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose Genesis if:

  • You want the more budget-friendly option.
  • You like this style of home and want the version that best fits your space priorities.

Choose Cornelia if:

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

$40,000

Genesis

Dragon Tiny Homes

135 sq ftLoft
Cornelia

$145,000

Cornelia

New Frontier Design

Sleeps 2Loft

Key differences

  • Genesis starts about $105,000 lower than Cornelia.
  • Genesis and Cornelia come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

Genesis

Genesis Pros

  • • Lower starting price by about $105,000.
  • • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

Genesis Cons

  • • Delivery coverage is less explicit in the current public specs.

Cornelia

Cornelia Pros

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

Cornelia Cons

  • • Higher starting price by about $105,000.
  • • Square-footage details are limited in the current public listing.

Builder details

Builder relationship

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

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Related alternatives

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

Best alternatives to GenesisBest alternatives to Cornelia
Fairfax
Tiny Home
135 sq ftLoft

Tiny Home by Dragon Tiny Homes, 135 sq ft, includes a loft, starting around $37,950.

Aria 20
Tiny Home
160 sq ftLoft

Tiny Home by Dragon Tiny Homes, 160 sq ft, includes a loft, starting around $50,000.

Alpha
Tiny Home
Sleeps 2Loft

Tiny Home by New Frontier Design, sleeps 2, includes a loft, starting around $185,000.