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Side-by-side guide

NMF 2 Story vs Mini 40

NMF 2 Story and Mini 40 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.

SpecNMF 2 StoryMini 40
Starting price$57,999$85,000
Square feet800 sq ft480 sq ft
Bedrooms22
Bathrooms1N/A
SleepsN/A4
LoftN/AN/A
Home typeTiny HomeTiny Home
FoundationN/ATrailer
BuilderKaldeesMinimaliste

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose NMF 2 Story if:

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

Choose Mini 40 if:

  • You prefer a smaller footprint that may feel easier to place or move.
  • You like this style of home and want the version that best fits your space priorities.
Mini 40

$85,000

Mini 40

Minimaliste

480 sq ft2 bdSleeps 4

Key differences

  • NMF 2 Story starts about $27,001 lower than Mini 40.
  • NMF 2 Story offers roughly 320 more square feet than Mini 40.
  • NMF 2 Story and Mini 40 come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

NMF 2 Story

NMF 2 Story Pros

  • • Lower starting price by about $27,001.
  • • More interior space, with roughly 320 sq ft more room.

NMF 2 Story Cons

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

Mini 40

Mini 40 Pros

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

Mini 40 Cons

  • • Higher starting price by about $27,001.
  • • Less interior space, with roughly 320 sq ft less room.

Builder details

Builder relationship

NMF 2 Story is built by Kaldees, while Mini 40 comes from Minimaliste. Comparing the builders can help you weigh brand style, construction approach, and the rest of each lineup.

View KaldeesView Minimaliste

Related alternatives

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

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Tiny Home by Kaldees, 400 sq ft, 2 bedroom, starting around $29,499.

Mini 35
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Tiny Home by Minimaliste, 420 sq ft, 1 bedroom, sleeps 3, starting around $85,000.