Tiny houses in Calgary, Alberta, are a growing trend, as current residents choose to move away from the typical single-family properties. Instead, they are turning to something smaller, simpler, and cheaper. Calgarians are finding joy in tiny homes of all types and design styles (and even venturing across the province of Alberta to find other small home options).
Tiny homes are small, convenient, and practical. You can move them to any location and you don’t have to spend hours maintaining them. Small houses are perfect for minimalists who want to lower their carbon footprint and utility bills.
Finding the perfect tiny home for you may seem daunting, but there are so many custom-built options. That’s why we’ve rounded up some of the best tiny homes available in Calgary.
Pros and Cons Of Tiny Home Living
There are many things to consider when deciding if tiny home life is for you! Take some time to weigh the pros and cons before you jump into tiny home or off-grid living.
1. Former Tiny Showhome, Calgary
Cost: $65,000
- Size: 196 square feet
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
This former show home, made by Rewild Tiny Homes from Vancouver Island features a main level and two lofts. The kitchen is able to be used as a commercial kitchen, so it can be used as a bakery on wheels! The bathroom currently has only a sink and shower, however, there is space for a toilet to be added.
2. Tiny Home Shell, Calgary
Cost: $35,000
- Size: Not listed
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
Ready to put your touches on a tiny home? This small home shell is all ready for new owners! It measures 40 feet long by eight feet wide by 13 feet tall and is built on a triple axle trailer.
Although most fixtures are not installed, it comes with kitchen cabinets, a hot water tank, a tub, bathroom and kitchen sinks, a fridge, a stove and more! Perfect for anyone ready to make their own tiny home dreams come true.
3. Little Home In Strathcona County
Cost: $40,000
- Size: 480 square feet
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
This small home in Strathcona County, about three hours north of Calgary, is ready to be moved by its new owners! It has everything you need to live comfortably all year round, including a wood stove, full-sized fridge, dishwasher, stove and plenty of storage. This tiny home is also ready for off-grid living with the compost toilet, water tank and grey tank.
4. Cargo Conversion Travel Trailer in Water Valley
Price: $62,500
- Size: Unlisted
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
Are you looking for a tiny home you can take anywhere? This converted travel trailer, currently located in Water Valley, about an hour from Calgary, is ready to go on adventures with you. The bedroom boasts a king-sized bed, almost unheard of in tiny homes!
This tiny home also has a surprising amount of storage, a fully equipped kitchen and a bathroom. You’ll be cozy on the road with the heat recovery ventilation system!
5. Cozy Year Round Tiny Home in Edmonton
Price: $74,999
- Size: Unlisted
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
This small home on wheels comes fully furnished with everything you need to hit the road, or park on your land! It has plenty of storage and natural light from the many windows. The interior is set up optimally; the bed is able to raise and lower over the seating area, and many of the tables fold down to create space when needed.
While it is currently located in Edmonton, the price includes delivery within 250 km of Edmonton!
Tiny Home Manufacturers near Calgary Alberta
Looking for a new build? These tiny home manufacturers in Alberta are waiting to make your dreams a reality!
Mountain View Industries, Cardston
Price: Ranges from $135,000 to $180,000
- Size: 900 to 1200 sqft
- Bedrooms: 1 to 3
- Bathrooms: 1 to 2
These custom-built modular tiny houses by Mountain View Industries in Cardston are ready to move anywhere across Alberta. The homes are built to be environmentally friendly and sustainable. They are able to customize any of their home plans, or design one from scratch so you get exactly what you need!
Teacup Tiny Homes, Lethbridge
Price: Ranges from $132,000 – $220,000
- Size: 297 square feet up to 423 square feet
- Bedrooms: 1+
- Bathrooms: 1+
A brand new custom tiny home built with love is what you’ll get if you choose Teacup Tiny Homes based in Lethbridge, Alberta. They have several different plans to choose from, so you’ll find the right one that works for you!
Consider the Summer Night’s Dream, which is one of their smallest at 297 square feet. This tiny home gives you a great bang for your buck and can sleep four people comfortably. It features vaulted ceilings in the main bedroom, a three-piece bathroom, a galley kitchen and a living area.
One of their largest homes is the Ellie, which can sleep up to six people! With a main floor bedroom and two loft spaces, you won’t feel cramped. Choose your ideal bathroom layout from their bathroom plans so you get everything you need.
Teacup Tiny Homes also delivers all over Canada, so no matter where you are, you can get your perfectly designed home!
Zerosquared, in Calgary
Price: Ranges from $104,500 to $137,500
- Size: 267 square feet up to 520 square feet
- Bedrooms: 1+
- Bathrooms: 1+
Zeroquared, based in Calgary, is the only company that builds tiny homes that can expand with slide-outs, adding up to 126 more square feet! You may have seen them featured on Netflix’s Tiny Home Nation.
Their smallest model, The Jaunt comes on wheels, ready for you to take on an adventure. It features a queen bed loft, three-piece bathroom and 10-foot ceiling height all in 267 square feet.
One of their larger models, The Willow features two bedrooms with room for queen-sized beds, a three-piece bathroom, an eat-in kitchen and a living space of 463 square feet.
Ready For Your Own Tiny Home in Calgary?
Sometimes, the best things come in small packages, and tiny houses are the real proof of it. Enjoy lower bills, less maintenance and the option of moving your house where you want to go!
Just remember to check out city guidelines and regulations surrounding tiny homes and how to manage your new property before you make the move.
