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Side-by-side guide

The Tellico vs Alpha

The Tellico and Alpha 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.

SpecThe TellicoAlpha
Starting price$165,000$185,000
Square feetN/AN/A
BedroomsN/AN/A
BathroomsN/AN/A
Sleeps42
LoftYesYes
Home typeTiny HomeTiny Home
FoundationPermanent FoundationTrailer
BuilderWind River BuiltNew Frontier Design

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose The Tellico if:

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

Choose Alpha if:

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

$185,000

Alpha

New Frontier Design

Sleeps 2Loft

Key differences

  • The Tellico starts about $20,000 lower than Alpha.
  • The Tellico and Alpha come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

The Tellico

The Tellico Pros

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

The Tellico 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.

Alpha

Alpha Pros

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

Alpha 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

The Tellico is built by Wind River Built, while Alpha comes from New Frontier Design. Comparing the builders can help you weigh brand style, construction approach, and the rest of each lineup.

View Wind River BuiltView New Frontier Design

Related alternatives

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

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

The Pisgah
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Tiny Home by Wind River Built, sleeps 4, includes a loft, starting around $179,000.

Orchid
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Tiny Home by New Frontier Design, sleeps 2, includes a loft, starting around $189,000.