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Side-by-side guide

Mini 30 vs The Nova

Mini 30 and The Nova 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 30The Nova
Starting price$85,000$97,000
Square feet360 sq ft300 sq ft
Bedrooms1N/A
BathroomsN/AN/A
Sleeps2N/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 30 if:

  • You want the more budget-friendly option.
  • You want more overall living space.
  • You prefer the trailer setup.

Choose The Nova if:

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

$85,000

Mini 30

Minimaliste

360 sq ft1 bdSleeps 2Loft
The Nova

$97,000

The Nova

Wind River Built

300 sq ft

Key differences

  • Mini 30 starts about $12,000 lower than The Nova.
  • Mini 30 offers roughly 60 more square feet than The Nova.
  • Mini 30 and The Nova 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 $12,000.
  • • More interior space, with roughly 60 sq ft more room.

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.

The Nova

The Nova Pros

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

The Nova Cons

  • • Higher starting price by about $12,000.
  • • Less interior space, with roughly 60 sq ft less room.
  • • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.

Builder details

Builder relationship

Mini 30 is built by Minimaliste, while The Nova 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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