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Side-by-side guide

Mini 30 vs Lee

Mini 30 and Lee 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.

SpecMini 30Lee
Starting price$85,000$182,000
Square feet360 sq ft330 sq ft
Bedrooms1N/A
BathroomsN/A3
Sleeps21
LoftYesYes
Home typeTiny HomeTiny Home
FoundationTrailerOn Wheels
BuilderMinimalisteMovable Roots

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose Mini 30 if:

  • You want the more budget-friendly option.
  • You want more overall living space.
  • You need the layout that sleeps more people.

Choose Lee if:

  • You prefer a smaller footprint that may feel easier to place or move.
  • You prefer the on wheels setup.
Mini 30

$85,000

Mini 30

Minimaliste

360 sq ft1 bdSleeps 2Loft
Lee

$182,000

Lee

Movable Roots

330 sq ft3 baSleeps 1Loft

Key differences

  • Mini 30 starts about $97,000 lower than Lee.
  • Mini 30 offers roughly 30 more square feet than Lee.
  • Mini 30 and Lee come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

Mini 30

Mini 30 Pros

  • Lower starting price by about $97,000.
  • More interior space, with roughly 30 sq ft more room.
  • Sleeps more people based on the published layout.

Mini 30 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.

Lee

Lee Pros

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

Lee Cons

  • Higher starting price by about $97,000.
  • Less interior space, with roughly 30 sq ft less room.
  • Sleeps fewer people based on the published layout.

Builder details

Builder relationship

Mini 30 is built by Minimaliste, while Lee comes from Movable Roots. Comparing the builders can help you weigh brand style, construction approach, and the rest of each lineup.

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