Have questions about your new tiny home?
Here are the answers to the most common questions we get.
How much does a Piccola Tiny Home cost?
Including all finishes and appliances, the price of the Minuet is $134,900 or $1350/month depending on financing options.
Do you have financing available?
We are currently setting up financing with trusted banks who know what and how Tiny Homes on wheels are used which will allow us to get better rates for our customers.
Do I have to pay a deposit?
When you’re ready to move forward with your Piccola Tiny Home purchase you will need to send a $1000 deposit through Stripe in order to get your Piccola Tiny Home on our production schedule. Stripe is one of the most trusted online payment processors and your deposit is 100% refundable for any reason before production on your Piccola Tiny Home begins. To request a refund, email us at thrive@piccolatinyhomes.com.
To pay your deposit, simply click on any of the “Reserve Now” buttons on this site. You will be taken to a page on Stripe’s website to enter your information and submit your payment. We’ll respond with an estimated build date for your Piccola Tiny Home. Please understand that this $1000 is to save your spot in our build schedule. This $1000 will be applied to the amount of your initial payment. Your initial payment is usually 50% of the total cost of your Piccola Tiny Home and needs to be paid in full before production can begin. A payment for the remaining 50% is required before delivery of your Piccola Tiny Home can be scheduled. Please reach out to us if you have any questions regarding the deposit or payments.
How long will it take to receive my Piccola Home?
Your tiny home delivery will depend on how many customers are on our wait list. We want to get you into your dream tiny home as quickly as possible so contact us to see what our current wait times are!
What's the difference between an ADU and a Tiny House on Wheels?
Where are you located?
We are located at 440 E Easy St, Ste 1 Simi Valley California 93065.
Can I get it delivered?
Yes! We partner with 3rd party tow companies that will tow the home to you.
Where can I park my Piccola Home?
Depending on your location there are certain requirements that must be met before parking and living in your tiny home. The Tiny House Industry Association (THIA) has an amazing page where you can check your local rules and regulations. There are more cities and counties being added to this list everyday so keep checking back to see updates!
If your local government does not allow tiny homes on wheels consider becoming a Tiny Home Advocate with the THIA!
Bonus Resource: Legalize Tiny Docu Series
Does this meet my city codes requirements?
We build and are certified to the ANSI A119.5 Park Model Recreational Vehicle Standards. If there are specific local requirements for Tiny Houses on Wheels in your city or county we would need to know where you are located and what those requirements are so that we can see if this unit is right for you.
What are the towing requirements for my Piccola Home?
The towing hookup is a 2 5/16” ball hitch. It is equipped with trailer brakes, a breakaway box, and standard trailer lights. The dry weight of the home is 13,260lbs with a GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, maximum capacity) of 14,000lbs. Tongue weight is 2,475lbs
What Water hookups do I need?
A standard 3/4” cold water hose bib connection close to the tiny home. Your home comes with a 25 ft. heavy duty potable water hose and a 20gal electric water heater.
Do I need a sewer connection?
Yes, a connection into your house sewer or septic is required. Your tiny home comes standard with a 20 ft RV Sewer Hose with a 4-in-1 adapter that is compatible with 3″ slip or 3″, 3-1/2″ and 4″ NPT threaded sewer connection. Also included is a 10ft sewer hose support.
What are the electrical requirements?
50amp, 240 volt, NEMA14-50 female outlet.
Your tiny home comes with an integrated 25ft NEMA 14-50, 50 Amp male extension cord
What kind of parking pad do I need to put my Tiny Home on Wheels on?
It is recommended to park your tiny home on a concrete pad that is slightly sloped longways (front of trailer to back of trailer) to allow rainwater to flow off.
Will the drywall crack?
The drywall may develop small cracks over longer trips, however we provide touch up paint in case any small repairs need to be made.
How much does it weigh?
The weight of the Minuet is 13,200 lbs with a tongue weight of 2,500 lbs.
Can I modify the floorplan?
We have a couple modification options: you can forego the couch for more space in the living room and you can customize the walls to a color of your choice. In order to keep our high quality standards and quick build times at a reasonable price we do not accommodate changes to the floorplan or appliances. If you would like to customize, Movable Roots and Fritz Tiny Homes are custom tiny home builders that have the same high quality building and design standards that we do.
Do you have any other models?
We have one model ready to buy but we are developing another model right now. The next model will be 28ft long, have two lofts, a living room with an electric fireplace and a bigger shower.