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Side-by-side guide

Mini 24 vs The Ronan

Mini 24 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.

SpecMini 24The Ronan
Starting price$85,000$167,000
Square feet288 sq ft390 sq ft
Bedrooms2N/A
BathroomsN/AN/A
Sleeps3N/A
LoftYesN/A
Home typeTiny HomeTiny Home
FoundationTrailerPermanent Foundation
BuilderMinimalisteWind River Built

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose Mini 24 if:

  • You want the more budget-friendly option.
  • You prefer a smaller footprint that may feel easier to place or move.
  • You prefer the trailer setup.

Choose The Ronan if:

  • You want more overall living space.
  • You prefer the permanent foundation setup.
Mini 24

$85,000

Mini 24

Minimaliste

288 sq ft2 bdSleeps 3Loft

Key differences

  • Mini 24 starts about $82,000 lower than The Ronan.
  • The Ronan offers roughly 102 more square feet than Mini 24.
  • Mini 24 and The Ronan come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

Mini 24

Mini 24 Pros

  • • Lower starting price by about $82,000.
  • • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

Mini 24 Cons

  • • Less interior space, with roughly 102 sq ft less room.
  • • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.

The Ronan

The Ronan Pros

  • • More interior space, with roughly 102 sq ft more room.
  • • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

The Ronan Cons

  • • Higher starting price by about $82,000.
  • • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.

Builder details

Builder relationship

Mini 24 is built by Minimaliste, 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.

View MinimalisteView Wind River Built

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