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Side-by-side guide

Snowball vs The Rutledge

Snowball and The Rutledge 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.

SpecSnowballThe Rutledge
Starting priceRequest pricing$159,000
Square feetN/AN/A
BedroomsN/AN/A
Bathrooms31.5
SleepsN/A2
LoftN/AYes
Home typeTiny HomeTiny Home
FoundationTrailerPermanent Foundation
BuilderMovable RootsWind River Built

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose Snowball if:

  • You want more bathroom capacity.
  • You prefer the trailer setup.

Choose The Rutledge if:

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

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Snowball

Movable Roots

3 ba

Key differences

  • Snowball and The Rutledge come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

Snowball

Snowball Pros

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

Snowball Cons

  • • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.
  • • Published pricing is limited, so you may need a builder quote to compare budgets precisely.

The Rutledge

The Rutledge Pros

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

The Rutledge Cons

  • • Includes less bathroom capacity.
  • • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.

Builder details

Builder relationship

Snowball is built by Movable Roots, while The Rutledge comes from Wind River Built. Comparing the builders can help you weigh brand style, construction approach, and the rest of each lineup.

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JoJo Bean
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