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Side-by-side guide

Onyx vs The Tellico

Onyx and The Tellico 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.

SpecOnyxThe Tellico
Starting price$158,400$165,000
Square feetN/AN/A
BedroomsN/AN/A
BathroomsN/AN/A
SleepsN/A4
LoftYesYes
Home typeTiny HomeTiny Home
FoundationTrailerPermanent Foundation
BuilderMint Tiny Homes CompanyWind River Built

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose Onyx if:

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

Choose The Tellico if:

  • You prefer the permanent foundation setup.
  • You like this style of home and want the version that best fits your space priorities.
Onyx

$158,400

Onyx

Mint Tiny Homes Company

Loft

Key differences

  • Onyx starts about $6,600 lower than The Tellico.
  • Onyx and The Tellico come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

Onyx

Onyx Pros

  • Lower starting price by about $6,600.
  • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

Onyx 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.

The Tellico

The Tellico Pros

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

The Tellico Cons

  • Higher starting price by about $6,600.
  • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.

Builder details

Builder relationship

Onyx is built by Mint Tiny Homes Company, while The Tellico comes from Wind River Built. Comparing the builders can help you weigh brand style, construction approach, and the rest of each lineup.

Related alternatives

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

The Rutledge
1.5 baSleeps 2Loft

Tiny Home by Wind River Built, 1.5 bathroom, sleeps 2, includes a loft, starting around $159,000.