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Side-by-side guide

Nomad 28 vs Casita ADU

Nomad 28 and Casita ADU 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.

SpecNomad 28Casita ADU
Starting price$85,000$105,000
Square feetN/A312 sq ft
Bedrooms1N/A
BathroomsN/A3
Sleeps32
LoftN/AN/A
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 Nomad 28 if:

  • You want the more budget-friendly option.
  • You need the layout that sleeps more people.
  • You prefer the trailer setup.

Choose Casita ADU if:

  • You prefer the on wheels setup.
  • You like this style of home and want the version that best fits your space priorities.
Casita ADU

$105,000

Casita ADU

Movable Roots

312 sq ft3 baSleeps 2

Key differences

  • Nomad 28 starts about $20,000 lower than Casita ADU.
  • Nomad 28 and Casita ADU come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

Nomad 28

Nomad 28 Pros

  • • Lower starting price by about $20,000.
  • • Sleeps more people based on the published layout.

Nomad 28 Cons

  • • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.
  • • Square-footage details are limited in the current public listing.

Casita ADU

Casita ADU Pros

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

Casita ADU Cons

  • • Higher starting price by about $20,000.
  • • Sleeps fewer people based on the published layout.
  • • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.

Builder details

Builder relationship

Nomad 28 is built by Minimaliste, while Casita ADU comes from Movable Roots. Comparing the builders can help you weigh brand style, construction approach, and the rest of each lineup.

View MinimalisteView Movable Roots

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