Modern Tiny Living
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Modern Tiny Living

Modern Tiny Living, based in Columbus, Ohio, builds RVIA-certified tiny homes on wheels with Amish craftsmen in Northern Ohio and ships to the 48 contiguous states and Canada. This guide covers prices, what's included and what to ask first.

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Modern Tiny Living Kokosing - Restoration, 260 sq ft tiny home on wheels exterior
Kokosing - Restoration · 260 sq ft · Studio
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Listed model starting prices
$99,000
Starting price for the base model on its trailer, per Modern Tiny Living. Upgrades and per-mile shipping are extra. Get an itemized quote.
Sizes
260 sq ft
Layouts
Studio
Delivery area
The 48 contiguous states and Canada, per Modern Tiny Living. Confirm delivery to your address.
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Models

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Full Kitchen
24
14000
13.5
4
Compact

ModelTown's take

A certified tiny home on wheels with a published starting price, but plan for about a 12-month wait

With 500+ homes built and 10+ years of experience, they've established expertise in RV-certified tiny homes designed for both travel and permanent placement. Their focus on structural safety and roadworthiness distinguishes them from competitors offering only foundation-based or untested designs. Modern Tiny Living appeals to buyers seeking certified, travel-ready tiny homes with Amish hand-crafted quality. They're particularly strong for mobile-lifestyle buyers and those prioritizing documented safety standards.

Worth exploring if

  • You want a tiny home on wheels you can take to RV parks and campgrounds. Modern Tiny Living says it is an RVIA-certified builder.
  • You want to price options yourself. Each core model has an online quote builder that shows upgrades and their costs.
  • You can wait. The company estimates about 12 months for a home.

Clarify before committing

  • Where you will park it. The company says most owners park on their own or a relative's land, and its FAQ tells buyers to check what is permitted where they park.
  • How you will move it. Modern Tiny Living says the 24 ft Kokosing weighs about 14,000 lbs and needs a 1-ton truck. It says SUVs can't tow a tiny home safely.
  • The payment schedule. The process page asks for a 50% deposit, a second payment it calls 75% of the total once the shell is built, and the final payment before delivery. Ask what each one covers.

Beyond the listing

What the starting price covers

Modern Tiny Living's pricing page gives rough estimates by length: $79,000 to $99,000 for 12 to 18 ft, $109,000 to $139,000 for 20 to 24 ft, and $140,000 and up for 26 ft and longer. Each quote builder lists what the base home includes, such as the Trailer Made trailer, metal roof, spray foam insulation and a tankless water heater. Upgrades cost extra, and the FAQ prices shipping by the mile. A custom quote costs $250.

Built and certified as an RV

Modern Tiny Living builds tiny homes on wheels and says it certifies each home with the RVIA seal before delivery. Its blog says RVIA certification helps with access to RV parks and campgrounds, and that insurers and lenders often prefer it. Whether you can live in one full time depends on where you park it. Ask your county or park before you buy. The standard flush toilet also needs a sewer or septic hookup.

Plan for a long build

The process page puts the wait for a home at about 12 months, which it ties to demand and supply chain delays. You sign a purchase agreement and pay a 50% deposit to get on the build schedule. Design choices take 1 to 2 weeks, or about 8 weeks for a custom floor plan. The FAQ says the company's warranty covers its workmanship for 1 year. Appliances, fixtures, roof, siding and trailer carry their makers' warranties.

Costs and inclusions

Listed prices usually cover the home, not the whole project. Here is what we know about each cost, and what to get in writing.

Home or kit price
What is known:
Modern Tiny Living lists the Kokosing from $109,000 for a 24 ft, 260 sq ft home. Its pricing page gives rough ranges by length, from $79,000 for 12 to 18 ft to $140,000 and up for 26 ft and longer. Upgrades are priced in each quote builder.
What to confirm:
The price with your exact options, including any Deluxe or Restoration-style finishes.
Delivery and placement
What is known:
The FAQ says shipping runs about $2.50 per loaded mile from Columbus, Ohio, and $3 to $3.50 per mile for larger, heavier homes. It ships to the 48 contiguous states and Canada. The buyer must arrange any shipping by sea.
What to confirm:
A written shipping quote to your address.
Foundation and installation
What is known:
The home is built on a Trailer Made tiny home trailer, included in the base Kokosing, with leveling jacks at all four corners. The site doesn't describe setup at your site.
What to confirm:
Who levels and sets up the home on arrival, and whether that costs extra.
Site prep, utilities and permits
What is known:
The site doesn't list these costs. The standard flush toilet needs a sewer or septic hookup, homes come with an RV connection valve and 3 in. hose for grey water, and the Kokosing uses 50 amp, 240V power.
What to confirm:
Parking permission, power, water and sewer hookups at your site, and local rules for living in a tiny home on wheels.
Total project and exclusions
What is known:
Requires a project-specific quote.
What to confirm:
Land, sales tax, upgrades, utility company fees and a contingency, unless your quote lists them.

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Questions to ask

Ask these before you sign anything. Get the answers in writing.

  1. Can this exact model be delivered and installed at my address?
  2. What is the itemized total, and what is not included?
  3. Who handles permits, site work, utilities, installation and inspections?
  4. What are the payment milestones, and what are the cancellation terms?
  5. What warranty do you offer, and can I talk to past buyers of a similar project?
  1. Is the Kokosing Restoration home for sale now, or would mine be a new build with a 12-month wait?
  2. What would a Kokosing cost with the Deluxe social area and the finishes shown in the Restoration build?
  3. Is the 75% payment at the shell stage on top of the 50% deposit, or does it bring my total paid to 75%?

Frequently asked questions

How much do Modern Tiny Living homes cost?

Modern Tiny Living's pricing page gives rough estimates by length: $79,000 to $99,000 for 12 to 18 ft, $109,000 to $139,000 for 20 to 24 ft, and $140,000 and up for 26 ft and longer. It lists the Kokosing from $109,000. Each model has a quote builder that prices upgrades, and a custom home quote costs $250.

Can Modern Tiny Living homes be towed or relocated?

Yes. They are tiny homes on wheels built on Trailer Made trailers. Modern Tiny Living says a 24 ft home weighs about 12,000 to 14,000 lbs, a 20 ft home needs at least a 3/4-ton diesel truck, and anything larger needs a 1-ton diesel, ideally a dually. If you move rarely, it suggests renting a work truck or hiring a mover.

Who builds Modern Tiny Living homes?

Modern Tiny Living is based in Columbus, Ohio. It says its team builds its homes hand in hand with Amish craftsmen in Northern Ohio. Its team includes tiny house experts, architects and interior designers, per the company.

Are Modern Tiny Living homes certified?

Modern Tiny Living says it is an RVIA-certified builder and certifies each home with the RVIA seal before delivery. It says RVIA certification helps with access to RV parks and campgrounds. Check local rules before you plan to live in one full time.

Does Modern Tiny Living ship, and what does it cost?

Yes. Modern Tiny Living says it ships anywhere in the 48 contiguous states and Canada. It says shipping typically runs about $2.50 per loaded mile from Columbus, Ohio, and $3 to $3.50 per mile for larger, heavier homes. The buyer must arrange any shipping by sea.

Sources and status

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Stephen with the ModelTown Editorial Team

ModelTown is not paid by Modern Tiny Living for this guide or listing.

Last reviewed
November 2, 2026

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ModelTown's Take

With 500+ homes built and 10+ years of experience, they've established expertise in RV-certified tiny homes designed for both travel and permanent placement. Their focus on structural safety and roadworthiness distinguishes them from competitors offering only foundation-based or untested designs. Modern Tiny Living appeals to buyers seeking certified, travel-ready tiny homes with Amish hand-crafted quality. They're particularly strong for mobile-lifestyle buyers and those prioritizing documented safety standards.

Quick Facts

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Modern Tiny Living homes cost?

Modern Tiny Living's pricing page gives rough estimates by length: $79,000 to $99,000 for 12 to 18 ft, $109,000 to $139,000 for 20 to 24 ft, and $140,000 and up for 26 ft and longer. It lists the Kokosing from $109,000. Each model has a quote builder that prices upgrades, and a custom home quote costs $250.

Can Modern Tiny Living homes be towed or relocated?

Yes. They are tiny homes on wheels built on Trailer Made trailers. Modern Tiny Living says a 24 ft home weighs about 12,000 to 14,000 lbs, a 20 ft home needs at least a 3/4-ton diesel truck, and anything larger needs a 1-ton diesel, ideally a dually. If you move rarely, it suggests renting a work truck or hiring a mover.

Who builds Modern Tiny Living homes?

Modern Tiny Living is based in Columbus, Ohio. It says its team builds its homes hand in hand with Amish craftsmen in Northern Ohio. Its team includes tiny house experts, architects and interior designers, per the company.

Are Modern Tiny Living homes certified?

Modern Tiny Living says it is an RVIA-certified builder and certifies each home with the RVIA seal before delivery. It says RVIA certification helps with access to RV parks and campgrounds. Check local rules before you plan to live in one full time.

Does Modern Tiny Living ship, and what does it cost?

Yes. Modern Tiny Living says it ships anywhere in the 48 contiguous states and Canada. It says shipping typically runs about $2.50 per loaded mile from Columbus, Ohio, and $3 to $3.50 per mile for larger, heavier homes. The buyer must arrange any shipping by sea.