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Side-by-side guide

The Delight vs The Santa Cruz

The Delight and The Santa Cruz are both strong options if you are shopping for manufactured home. 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 DelightThe Santa Cruz
Starting price$75,899$77,899
Square feet820 sq ft910 sq ft
Bedrooms22
Bathrooms22
SleepsN/AN/A
LoftN/AN/A
Home typeManufactured HomeManufactured Home
FoundationN/AN/A
BuilderTiny Homes USATiny Homes USA

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose The Delight if:

  • You want the more budget-friendly option.
  • You prefer a smaller footprint that may feel easier to place or move.

Choose The Santa Cruz if:

  • You want more overall living space.
  • You like this style of home and want the version that best fits your space priorities.

Key differences

  • The Delight starts about $2,000 lower than The Santa Cruz.
  • The Santa Cruz offers roughly 90 more square feet than The Delight.

Pros and cons

The Delight

The Delight Pros

  • Lower starting price by about $2,000.
  • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

The Delight Cons

  • Less interior space, with roughly 90 sq ft less room.

The Santa Cruz

The Santa Cruz Pros

  • More interior space, with roughly 90 sq ft more room.
  • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

The Santa Cruz Cons

  • Higher starting price by about $2,000.

Builder details

Built by the same builder

Both homes are built by Tiny Homes USA. If you already trust this builder's style and finish level, the decision comes down to which floor plan, price point, and space profile fits you better.

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