In Arkansas, the supply and demand for tiny houses is on the rise. Tiny houses are becoming increasingly attractive to those wanting an alternative lifestyle, the flexibility to move around, and a gentler, less cluttered form of living.
To live comfortably in a tiny house, you have to prioritise possessions, avoid accumulating things and work with your environment.
Tiny house living involves a fundamental change in attitude as to how you interact with your living space and the environment around you. After all the strife and uncertainty of the past few years, it is no wonder people are looking to be more in control of their living space.
Tiny house living advocates for simplicity and a more environmentally-friendly approach to life. The benefits to living in a tiny house are the same in Arkansas as they are anywhere: affordability, environmentally friendly, less power consumption, flexibility and easy cleaning and maintenance.
Here are twenty tiny houses available to buy in Arkansas. Take a peek. Maybe one of them will pique your interest!
1. The Green Dream, Little Rock, Arkansas
At 248 square feet, The Green Dream is compact and very flexible. Equipped for contemporary living. Crafted with care, inside and out. Wooden interior. RV-style hook-ups.
2. The Teeny-Weeny Tiny House, Mountain View, Arkansas
At just 64 square feet, The Teeny-Weeny Tiny House takes the tiny house concept to its extreme. It is super-small, and mega-affordable. RV style hook-ups. Equipped with appliances. Sleeping loft. A brand-new electric fireplace. Can be attached to a trailer chasse for a small additional charge.
3. The College Cottage, West Plains, Arkansas
This tiny home, all 488 square feet of it, is ready for you to move into. All the appliances come with it. The foundation is new.
The windows are energy efficient and there’s modern plumbing and wiring. The house is newly painted. New laminate flooring in the dining, living, and bedroom areas.
For more, check it out on this listing.
4. Model 522, Ozark Tiny House Outlet
At 398 square feet, this tiny house, built to the ANSI code, is a park RV with one bedroom and one bathroom.
Check it out on this listing.
5. 26 feet Off Grid Luxury Tiny Home
At 220 square feet this tiny home is raring to take you into off-the-grid living. Four solar panels and a solar system from Microgreen Solar Corp.
Well insulated. A solar-powered refrigerator, a traditional sized propane stove and a Grizzly fireplace. A Nature’s Head composting toilet. A large picture window.
For more information on this luxury tiny home, see Tiny House Marketplace listing.
6. The Highwater, Hagarville, Arkansas
432 square feet of house, The Highwater is located in the Ozark National Forest. Five acres of land in a wonderful setting. The interior requires some work. No electricity or plumbing at the moment.
7. Model CS1676G, Ozark Tiny House Outlet
At 1,152 square feet, this tiny house is not so tiny. Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a single-section. Built to the federal (HUD) building code for manufactured housing.
Check it out on this listing.
8. The Red Roof, Dover, Arkansas
The Red Roof is 128 square feet. Fully furnished and custom designed. Energy efficient windows, water heater, HVAC unit. One acre of land.
9. Model APH 630, Ozark Tiny House Outlet
This home is 399 square feet. One bedroom and one bathroom. A park RV model.
Check it out on this listing.
10. The Slabtown Cube, Mountain View, Arkansas
Based on the French Cube design. 144 square feet. The Slabtown Cube is designed to maximize space for a very affordable price.
11. The North Cascades, Utopia Villas
A unique, 152 square feet home. Wrap around deck and triple sliding patio. A substantial loft.
Check it out on this listing.
12. The Deck Model, Mountain View, Arkansas
The Deck Model is 128 square feet. Newly constructed on skids for portability. Modern conveniences. For a surcharge it can be transformed into a THOW.
13. Magnolia Luxury, Utopia Villas
440 square feet with interesting angles, ample windows, and deck space.
Check it out on this listing.
14 . The Studio Model, Searcy/Kensett, Arkansas
The Studio Model is 240 square feet. Well equipped with modern amenities.
15. Denali, Utopia Villas
400 square feet. Denali offers luxury amenities.
Check it out on this listing.
16. House on Trailer, Little Lake, Arkansas
120 square feet. One bedroom. Built on a heavy-duty trailer. Porch on the rear. A sleeping loft on one end and storage loft on the other end.
It is the shell with double pane windows and front door. It can be insulated, wired and plumbed very easily.
Check it out on this listing.
17. Chuckwagon Glamper
Brand new, custom built, teardrop style camper. Kayak rack. A small generator. A filler spout and water hose connection for a seven-gallon water tank that can be pressurized by a small air pump for off grid.
Check it out on this listing.
18. Customizable Tiny House
Factory Direct Homes can customize this little home to suit your needs.
Check it out on this listing.
19. The Partne House, Mountain View, Arkansas
The “Partne” House is 220 square feet. Well-crafted. Pine log siding. Lots of storage space.
20. The Log Cabin, Jasper, Arkansas
The Log Cabin has 220 square feet and a front porch. Pioneer style. A few finishing touches, requiring an electrician or small-scale contractor, are necessary.
Buyers’ Guide
Every state, city and community has varying restrictions for tiny homes. Find out what the rules and regulations are in your area from the county Zoning Officer. It may be wise to describe the property as an accessory dwelling unit, or granny unit. In Arkansas the restrictions are greatest in Lawrence County and the community of Walnut Ridge.
Secure a place for the house. Acquiring the land is probably the most pressing concern. You want to be sure, before you acquire the land, that you can put your tiny house on it.
Consider size and budget.
Match size to desired amenities.
Decide on materials for ceiling, walls and floors. If your tiny house has logs, then ensure they are ethically sourced.
Style and design will impact on type of ceiling, windows, use of available space and how the tiny house blends with its proposed environment.
You can either buy a used tiny house and make it your own or purchase a ready-made tiny house from Arkansas companies such as Utopia Villas or Ozark Tiny House Outlet. Another option is to build one yourself, from scratch or with a kit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I finance a tiny house?
Loans are not usually necessary. People buying tiny houses tend to move slowly towards fulfilling their dream. Downsize expenses and possessions. Save money.
Some tiny house companies secure financing options by joining the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) and building their homes to those standards. Tumbleweed Tiny House Company builds homes that meet RVIA standards.
Crowdfunding has worked for some, using websites like Kickstarter or Indiegogo.
Where can I buy a tiny house?
- Check the Tiny House Map and select ‘Builders’ on the search bar.
- Check Tiny House Listings for owner-built and professionally-built tiny homes.
- Utopian Villas is a leading builder and seller of tiny houses in Arkansas. https://www.utopian-villas.com/tiny-homes-arkansas/
- Ozark Tiny House Outlet is another Arkansas based provider of tiny houses.
- Tiny House Design
- Tiny House Blog
- Tiny Home Builders
- Tumbleweed Tiny House Company
- DIY-Prefab
- The Tiny Life
- RelaxShax’s Blog
- Shedworking
- Small House Society
- Lloyd Kahn’s Blog
- Project Rolling Freedom
Where can I put a tiny house?
- On your own property.
- At a friend’s or relative’s place.
- Move around from place to place.
- RV trailer parks, especially if the tiny home has RV or conventional plumbing.
Are tiny houses legal?
- It depends where you are and how you use it.
- Look for zoning loopholes and alternative housing friendly neighbors.
- Tiny houses can also be built on foundations with permits. Often the biggest hurdle is getting an exception to the minimum square footage requirement. Look for land zoned for multi-family housing and then get a permit to build a tiny house.
- Look into accessory dwelling unit allowances.
What kind of toilet is best?
Composting toilets or RV toilets with waste tanks. A popular choice is a sawdust toilet.
How do I heat and cool a tiny house?
Small propane heaters or electric space heaters if there is a utility grid connection. Some people use wood stoves.
For cooling, air conditioners are the most common choice. A very small window unit is often ample for a tiny home that’s on the grid.
One clever off-grid option is the Pepino, a low voltage homemade swamp cooler.
How do I deal with waste water?
Grey water tanks like an RV or a grey water system. If you have access to a sewer system and have the proper plumbing your waste water can go there.
What about the size/weight restrictions for tiny houses?
Each state/region has different rules.
How much does a tiny house weigh?
You can estimate the final dry weight by multiplying 450-pounds by the length.
How can I live mortgage free when land is so expensive?
Where can I learn to live more sustainably?
Are tiny houses off-grid?
Any tiny house can be powered by off-grid electricity. Giving up things like microwaves, electric heaters, blow dryers scales down electricity needs.
How do I insure a tiny house?
Check with your insurance agent, and call it a ‘custom travel trailer’, or cabin.
