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Side-by-side guide

The Cardinal vs Ébène

The Cardinal and Ébène are both strong options if you are shopping for park model 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.

SpecThe CardinalÉbène
Starting price$42,899$85,000
Square feet399 sq ftN/A
Bedrooms12
Bathrooms1N/A
SleepsN/A5
LoftYesYes
Home typePark ModelPark Model
FoundationN/ATrailer
BuilderTiny Homes USAMinimaliste

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose The Cardinal if:

  • You want the more budget-friendly option.
  • You like this style of home and want the version that best fits your space priorities.

Choose Ébène if:

  • You need more dedicated bedroom space.
  • You like this style of home and want the version that best fits your space priorities.
Ébène

$85,000

Ébène

Minimaliste

2 bdSleeps 5Loft

Key differences

  • The Cardinal starts about $42,101 lower than Ébène.
  • Ébène gives you more bedroom capacity than The Cardinal.
  • The Cardinal and Ébène come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

The Cardinal

The Cardinal Pros

  • Lower starting price by about $42,101.
  • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

The Cardinal Cons

  • Offers fewer bedrooms than Ébène.

Ébène

Ébène Pros

  • Adds another dedicated sleeping room.
  • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

Ébène Cons

  • Higher starting price by about $42,101.
  • Square-footage details are limited in the current public listing.

Builder details

Builder relationship

The Cardinal is built by Tiny Homes USA, while Ébène comes from Minimaliste. 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 Cedar Ridge
399 sq ft1 bd1 baLoft

Park Model by Tiny Homes USA, 399 sq ft, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, includes a loft, starting around $42,899.

The Hayden
Park Model
399 sq ft1 bd1 baLoft

Park Model by Tiny Homes USA, 399 sq ft, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, includes a loft, starting around $42,899.

The Burton
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Park Model by Tiny Homes USA, 399 sq ft, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, starting around $42,899.

Magnolia
Park Model
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Park Model by Minimaliste, 2 bedroom, sleeps 4, includes a loft, starting around $85,000.