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Side-by-side guide

Mini 40 vs The Nova

Mini 40 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 40The Nova
Starting price$85,000$97,000
Square feet480 sq ft300 sq ft
Bedrooms2N/A
BathroomsN/AN/A
Sleeps4N/A
LoftN/AN/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 40 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 40

$85,000

Mini 40

Minimaliste

480 sq ft2 bdSleeps 4
The Nova

$97,000

The Nova

Wind River Built

300 sq ft

Key differences

  • Mini 40 starts about $12,000 lower than The Nova.
  • Mini 40 offers roughly 180 more square feet than The Nova.
  • Mini 40 and The Nova come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

Mini 40

Mini 40 Pros

  • • Lower starting price by about $12,000.
  • • More interior space, with roughly 180 sq ft more room.

Mini 40 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 180 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 40 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

Related alternatives

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

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