Serving Humboldt County & the North Coast
Park model tiny homes built for Northern California
Real living space for your property in Eureka, Arcata, McKinleyville, Fortuna and beyond, starting at $49,900. We prep every home for California and coordinate delivery straight to your land.
Why the North Coast
Northern California has a housing problem. A tiny home is a real answer.
Humboldt County is one of the hardest places in the country to buy a home. Prices have climbed past what most local incomes can carry, and there is almost nothing on the market to begin with. When the median home is out of reach and inventory is this tight, a quality, factory-built home you can place on your own land stops being a luxury and becomes the practical move.
Our Park Model RV Tiny Homes give North Coast families a faster, lower-cost path to more space: a place for an aging parent, an adult kid who needs a start, a long-term rental that actually pencils out, or a second home tucked into the redwoods. You own the land. We bring the home.
A rare green light
Humboldt County made our exact home legal to live in
Most of California treats a park model as a temporary RV that cannot be a permanent residence. Humboldt did the opposite. In 2024 the county adopted a Movable Tiny House ordinance that allows a self-contained home of 400 square feet or less, built to park model RV standards, as a permanent accessory dwelling unit in inland areas of the county. These homes are also allowed in manufactured-home parks and special-occupancy parks.
That is exactly what we build. It means a backyard tiny home you can legally live in year-round, without the cost, permits and year-long timeline of a site-built ADU.
Live closer to the coast? You still have paths. The permanent backyard-ADU route applies to inland Humboldt, but coastal-area buyers can place a home in a manufactured-home or special-occupancy park, or set it on a permanent foundation so it is permitted like an ADU. Foundation options can be as simple as engineered piers or a block-set with tie-downs, depending on your site. We help you figure out the right route before you commit.
Placement rules vary by parcel, and coastal sites can require a Coastal Development Permit or other review. Always confirm your specific site and foundation method with the Humboldt County Planning Department before you buy. We are happy to point you to the right questions to ask. See our zoning guide.
California-ready
We prep your home to meet California requirements
California has stricter rules for park models than Oregon or Washington, both for the road and for placement. We handle that for you. Depending on your home, your route and your site, that prep can include things like:
- Braked axles for compliant transport into and within the state
- Upgraded railings and guardrails to meet California spec
- Fire-related upgrades for California requirements
- Smoke and carbon monoxide detection to code
- Egress and window updates where needed
- Title and classification paperwork handled the right way
Every property and route is a little different. When we talk, we will walk you through exactly what your home needs so there are no surprises later.
Delivery to the North Coast
We coordinate transport to your site
California is a big state with stricter transport rules, so North Coast deliveries are quoted case by case. A licensed heavy-transport hauler puts together a custom bid based on your address, total mileage, permits, routing, pilot car requirements and which factory your home is built in. We build with factories in Oregon, Idaho and Texas, and origin plays a big role in cost.
As a general reference, transport to California usually starts around $7,000 and goes up from there based on the details above. Once we have your delivery address and a few specifics, we will put together a clear, accurate shipping quote and coordinate the whole move.
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Tour from the North Coast
Walk through a home over video, live with our team
You do not have to drive to Oregon to see what you are buying. Schedule a tour at our Portland or Snohomish lot and just note that you would like a video tour. One of our team members will walk you through a real home room by room over Zoom, Google Meet or FaceTime. Ask anything, see the finishes up close, and get a feel for the space in real time.
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Buying from out of state is easy
You do not have to drive to Oregon to get started
Tour from home
Schedule a tour and note that you want a video tour. We will walk you through a real home over Zoom, Google Meet or FaceTime, no trip required.
Design and price
Pick a model and customize finishes, layout and options. Prices are posted upfront, so the number you see is the number you pay.
We handle the rest
California prep, transport, leveling and setup. Our in-house warranty team is here long after delivery day.
Want to see the homes in person? If you fly up to tour our Portland lot, we can help arrange a ride from the airport. And if you buy with us, we put up to $500 toward your airfare as a thank you.
Why customers choose us
Wired differently than the typical tiny home dealer
Fair price, posted upfront
We post our prices on the site. No inflated sticker, no theatrical discount, no haggling. Just our best price from the first conversation.
In-house warranty team
Most dealers make you wait on outside contractors. We built our own crew that handles delivery, setup and the small fixes most dealers charge for.
Make it your own
Start with a premade configuration or customize every detail: flooring, counters, cabinetry, hardware and exterior finishes.
Here to help, not pressure
It is a big decision with a lot of moving parts. No hard sales. Our job is to answer your questions and be there end to end.
Built to ANSI 119.5
Every home is built to ANSI A119.5 standards and RVIA certified, with insulation, plumbing and finishes made for year-round living.
Real guidance on placement
We help you understand the Park Model RV path versus an ADU so you can confirm placement with your county before you put money down.
Our models
Six floor plans, all customizable
All built to ANSI 119.5 standards. All RVIA certified. Choose the layout and budget that fits your property.
Real reviews
What people say about NW Tiny Homes
A few of our verified Google reviews.
"After 2 years of dealing with scammers, the experience was amazing. The owners Jimmy and Erica are friendly, no pressure sales people, very knowledgeable. They kept me updated and made arrangements for delivery, setup, stairs, and warranty inspection to completion. I recommend anyone looking for a tiny home go to NW Tiny Homes."
Janet K. · Google Review
"Buying a tiny home from NW Tiny Homes was the best decision of my life. I am very impressed and happy with the whole process from start to finish. What an amazing team. Erica was there through every bump and hurdle. I love this home and the quality is amazing."
Becky M. · Google Review
"Beautiful homes, lots of options to personalize and decorate, helpful, knowledgeable staff. See for yourself!"
Mary Lou · Google Review
Northern California FAQ
Common questions
Honest answers to what North Coast buyers ask us most.
Can I legally live in a park model tiny home in Humboldt County?
In much of California a park model is treated as a temporary RV. Humboldt is different. A 2024 county ordinance allows a Movable Tiny House, a self-contained home of 400 square feet or less built to park model RV standards, as a permanent accessory dwelling unit in inland areas of the county. They are also allowed in manufactured-home parks and special-occupancy parks. Rules vary by parcel, so confirm your specific site with the Humboldt County Planning Department before you buy.
Can I place one on the coast or in the Coastal Zone?
Yes, with the right approach. The permanent backyard-ADU path applies to inland Humboldt. In coastal areas, the common routes are placing your home in a manufactured-home or special-occupancy park, or setting it on a permanent foundation so it is permitted like an ADU. A foundation can be as simple as engineered piers or a block-set with tie-downs, depending on your site. Coastal placements can require a Coastal Development Permit or other review, so we help you confirm the right path and foundation method with the county before you commit.
How do you prep the home for California?
California has stricter rules than Oregon or Washington, both for transport and placement. Depending on your home, route and site, prep can include braked axles for compliant transport, upgraded railings and guardrails, fire-related upgrades, smoke and carbon monoxide detection, and egress updates, plus the right title and classification paperwork. We walk you through exactly what your home needs so there are no surprises.
What does delivery to Northern California cost?
It is quoted case by case. A licensed heavy-transport hauler builds a custom bid based on your address, total mileage, permits, routing, pilot car requirements and which factory your home comes from. As a general reference, transport to California usually starts around $7,000 and increases from there. Once we have your delivery address and a few details, we put together a clear, accurate quote and coordinate the move.
Is this an ADU?
Not by the technical definition. ADUs are classified as dwellings, and Park Model RVs are classified as vehicles built to ANSI A119.5. They serve the same purpose, and Humboldt's ordinance specifically allows our type of home to be used permanently as an accessory dwelling unit in inland areas. A site-built ADU typically runs $200K to $400K and takes about a year. Our homes start at $49,900 and arrive in 8 to 12 weeks.
Can I buy without driving to Oregon?
Yes. We work with North Coast buyers regularly. We host live virtual tours over Zoom, Google Meet or FaceTime, post our prices upfront, and coordinate prep, transport and setup for you. If you do want to see the homes in person and fly up to tour our Portland lot, we can help arrange a ride from the airport and put up to $500 toward your airfare if you buy with us.
How long does it take to build?
On average, 8 to 12 weeks from order confirmation. We will quote you the exact timeline when you order. After the build, we coordinate transport and setup, and most homes are ready to live in shortly after they arrive.
Can I finance one?
Yes. We work with 21st Mortgage Corporation, a top lender for park models and a Berkshire Hathaway company. You are also welcome to use your own lender. More on financing here.
Let's talk
See if a tiny home fits your North Coast property
Tell us where you are and what you have in mind. We will help you sort out placement, prep, pricing and delivery, with no pressure and no obligation.
Based in Portland and Snohomish, delivering to the North Coast regularly. The more interest we see from Humboldt, the closer a local lot gets. Call us in Oregon at 503-455-4447.
Placement and occupancy rules vary by city, county and parcel, including inland versus Coastal Zone areas of Humboldt County. NW Tiny Homes does not provide legal or zoning determinations. Always confirm placement with your local jurisdiction before purchase. Park Model RV tiny homes are classified as RVs under ANSI A119.5 and are a different category than a site-built ADU.