Sacramento tiny homes

Tiny Homes in Sacramento

Delivering certified tiny homes to unlock Sacramento backyards.

Our Models

Explore Our Sacramento Tiny Home Designs

Clever 1 Lite
NEW

Clever 1 Lite

Meet Clever 1 Lite. Private bedroom. Lighter footprint. Lighter price.

30' × 8.5'

From $628/month*
Clever 1 Lux

Clever 1 Lux

Elevated living. Resort-inspired comfort. Exceptional design. Just $350/mo.

38' × 12'

From $1,035/month*
Clever 2
NEW

Clever 2

Two true bedrooms. Spacious common living. Only $129,995.

34.75' × 11.5'

From $961/month*

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Homes Completed Per Week

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Savings Compared to Custom Builders

Over 130+

Tiny Homes Per Year

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Award-Winning Tiny Home Features

Big windows. Lofty ceilings.

Meticulously designed to maximize space and livability, our homes feature massive windows, high ceilings, strategically-placed mirrors, bright interior colors and storage tucked away everywhere.

Big windows. Lofty ceilings.

Uncompromising Kitchens

Large, quartz countertops. Soft-close hardware. Quality, custom designed cabinetry throughout. Our kitchens are ready for your inner-foodie...from paella to PB&J.

Uncompromising Kitchens

5-star bathrooms

Rejuvenate in a spa-like bathroom, complete with a full bathtub or shower, elegant tiling, a large vanity, tons of natural light and those same tall ceilings as the rest of the house.

5-star bathrooms

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Your Sacramento Tiny Dream Home

Sacramento Tiny Home and Movable ADU Regulations

Navigating the laws for Tiny Homes on Wheels (THOWs) and Park Models in the Sacramento region reveals a stark jurisdictional divide. While California state law generally classifies these structures as Recreational Vehicles (RVs), restricting their use as permanent homes, local governments are creating new pathways. Unincorporated Sacramento County maintains a rigid stance, mandating that any tiny home used as an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) must be removed from its chassis and placed on a permanent foundation to be considered legal.

In direct contrast, the City of Sacramento is pioneering a progressive approach with its proposed "Cottages on Wheels" ordinance. This framework aims to formally legalize THOWs as permanent backyard ADUs, provided they meet specific design standards, are connected to city utilities, and have appropriate safety certifications. This local effort follows the successful precedent set by the neighboring City of West Sacramento, which has already legalized THOWs. Beyond residential use, both jurisdictions have also utilized tiny home "micro-communities" as a key strategy for addressing the local homelessness crisis, though these projects often face significant public debate.

  • County vs. City Rules: In unincorporated Sacramento County, THOWs are prohibited as permanent dwellings unless placed on a permanent foundation. The City of Sacramento is actively developing a "Cottages on Wheels" ordinance to permit them in backyards.
  • State Certification is Key: To be considered for residential use under new ordinances, movable tiny homes must have state-recognized third-party certification (e.g., ANSI A119.5 or NFPA 1192) and be registered with the DMV.
  • Regional Precedent: The City of West Sacramento provides a successful model, having officially legalized THOWs as permanent dwellings through its detailed Ordinance 24-9.
  • Agricultural Exemption: The state’s California Employee Housing Act provides a powerful exemption, allowing landowners to use THOWs and RVs as permanent housing for agricultural workers by right, superseding most local zoning prohibitions.

Learn More About Tiny Homes in Sacramento

For a deeper dive into specific regulations and financial considerations, explore these detailed guides:

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CLEVER TINY HOMES

How it works

Buying a Clever home is easy. Here are the steps to working with us.

Talk with our team.

1 Week

Excited about your Tiny Home? We are here to help! Our experts can guide you through the Tiny Home purchase and installation process. We can help you think through things like grid power vs. solar, or how your sewer, septic, or composting toilet might work.

Line up financing.

1-2 Weeks

If you’re paying cash for your Tiny Home, great! If not, there are several options to finance your new home. If you live in California you may qualify for an RV Loan otherwise, a HELOC is also a popular option. We’re happy to discuss options with you and introduce you to a financing partner.

We build your home. You track the progress.

12 Weeks

Once your order is placed, your home enters production in our factory. Through your dedicated customer portal, you’ll be able to track progress and receive updates from our team every step of the way. Typical build time is around 12 weeks.

Delivery & Installation

1 Week

Sit back and relax while our team delivers your new unit, which in most cases can be tied directly into your existing utilities or available off grid. Congratulations, you’re now the proud owner of a beautiful and fully-functioning Clever Tiny Home.

Did You Know You Can Book a Night in a Clever Tiny Home?

We have dozens of clients renting their tiny homes out on Airbnb. You can book a stay and fall in love with your tiny home before you buy. A small vacation not in the cards? You can also take the virtual tour and factory tour on our website.

Book a night
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Our tiny homes deliver to all 50 States.

Fear not, Clever can affordably deliver in all 50 states, so whether you’re in New York, Hawaii, or Arizona, we have you covered. Here’s where we’ve already delivered Clever Tiny Homes.

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