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Clever 1 Stay by Clever Tiny Homes
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Clever Tiny Homes
$79,995
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Clever Tiny Homes
High-end. Not high-cost
San Diego, CaliforniaServes Nationwide
Since 2026Responds within 24–48 hoursTiny homes on wheels (THOW)
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Clever was born from a passion for design, innovation, and solving housing affordability. The founders aim to deliver affordable small homes at scale without compromising design or functionality, addressing what they describe as a national...
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Overview
About the company
Clever Tiny Homes builds small residential units at scale, positioning itself as North America's leader in tiny homes on wheels, ADUs, glamping cabins, and small residential developments. Founded by a team with backgrounds in architecture, engineering, manufacturing, and technology, the company focuses on solving housing affordability without sacrificing design or livability. Production takes place in an 85,000 square foot factory staffed by roughly 130 people, located about two hours south of San Diego. Clever reports completing more than three homes per week and over 130 tiny homes per year, using standardized designs and supply chain optimization to deliver what it describes as roughly 40% savings compared with custom builders. Most materials are sourced from the USA. Clever's catalog spans studio and one- and two-bedroom THOWs plus hospitality-oriented Stay models optimized for short-term rental use. Homes emphasize big windows, high ceilings, quartz kitchens, spa-like bathrooms, and hidden storage. The company is not a fully custom builder; it productizes core floor plans while offering curated upgrades, item deletions, and post-delivery personalization. Clever delivers to all 50 states and works with financing partners including 21st Mortgage, US Tiny Loans, and Wheelhouse Credit Union. Homes are built to RVIA standards, include a one-year warranty, and can be configured with off-grid packages. Buyers can tour via homeowner visits, virtual walkthroughs, or live factory tours. Pricing, lead times, specifications, and delivery details should be confirmed directly with Clever before ordering. Clever Tiny Homes is listed on Little Houses For Sale from publicly available information at https://clevertinyhomes.com/. This profile is unclaimed and unverified and helps shoppers discover the builder before confirming details directly. Service areas noted from public sources include All 50 United States. Public materials indicate nationwide shipping or service may be available; confirm coverage for your location. Specialties noted in public materials include Tiny homes on wheels (THOW), Accessory dwelling units (ADUs), Glamping cabins, Hospitality and short-term rental suites, and Small residential unit and townhouse developments. Construction types referenced publicly include Factory-built modular construction. Public website materials mention financing and delivery.
Mission
Clever was born from a passion for design, innovation, and solving housing affordability. The founders aim to deliver affordable small homes at scale without compromising design or functionality, addressing what they describe as a national shortage of three million homes.
Build philosophy
Clever uses a productized, standardized approach to homebuilding rather than traditional custom construction. Standardization keeps pricing predictable, production fast, and quality consistent while allowing bulk material purchasing at scale. Models evolve over time based on customer feedback and production experience, with continuous refinement of finishes, layouts, and specifications documented in each buyer's build agreement.
Specialties
- Factory-built modular construction
- Tiny home on wheels
- ADU on foundation
- Glamping cabin
- Hospitality suite
- Tiny homes on wheels (THOW)
- Accessory dwelling units (ADUs)
- Glamping cabins
- Hospitality and short-term rental suites
- Small residential unit and townhouse developments
What makes them different
- Clever combines architecture-led design with factory manufacturing efficiency, reporting 40% savings compared with custom builders while delivering 3+ homes per week from an 85,000 sq ft facility. Buyers get predictable pricing on standardized plans, RVIA-compliant builds, nationwide delivery, financing partner support, a dedicated customer portal for build tracking, and options to tour completed homes or the factory before purchase.
Quick facts
At a glance
Builder since
2026
Headquarters
San Diego, California
Service areas
Nationwide
Business type
Factory manufacturer
Team size
130
Ships nationwide
Yes
Financing available
Yes
Warranty
Available
Estimated build time
12 weeks
Options
Build types & options
| Tiny houses on wheels | Yes |
| Foundation / site-built | Yes |
| ADUs | Yes |
| Cabins | Yes |
| Container homes | Ask builder |
| Park models | Ask builder |
| Custom builds | Ask builder |
| DIY shell available | Ask builder |
| Turnkey / finished | Ask builder |
| Off-grid options | Ask builder |
| Solar options | Ask builder |
| Vacation rental builds | Yes |
Investment
Pricing
Starting price
$79,995
Typical range
$50k-100k
Average delivery
Clever delivers tiny homes to all 50 states. Most buyers choose professional del
Estimated build time
12 weeks
Monthly payment calculator and financing partner details — coming soon.
Specifications
Features & inclusions
- Standardized designs for predictable pricing and faster production
- 40% savings compared to custom builders (per Clever)
- 3+ homes completed per week from an 85,000 sq ft factory
- Big windows, high ceilings, and space-maximizing layouts
- Quartz countertops, soft-close hardware, and custom cabinetry
- Spa-like bathrooms with full tub or shower options
- Nationwide delivery to all 50 states
- Financing partners for THOW and ADU purchases
- One-year warranty on materials, workmanship, systems, and structural integrity
- RVIA-compliant builds suitable for many placement scenarios
- Off-grid packages with solar, battery, and water systems
- Virtual tours, homeowner visits, and live factory tours available
How it works
Build process
1
Consultation
Discuss goals, budget, timeline, and placement type.
2
Design
Select a model or custom floor plan with finishes and options.
3
Contract
Review pricing, deposit, build schedule, and warranty terms.
4
Build
Construction with progress updates from the shop floor.
5
Inspection
Quality checks and third-party certifications where applicable.
6
Delivery
Clever delivers tiny homes to all 50 states. Most buyers choose professional delivery rather than self pickup; experienced transporters handle permits, routing, and setup. Delivery and installation typically take about one week after build completion. Homes can tie into existing grid utilities or off-grid packages. Self pickup requires a truck rated to bumper-pull at least 14,000 lbs.
7
Move in
Final walkthrough, hookups, and handoff.
Coverage
Service area
Nationwide delivery available — confirm zones and fees with the builder.
Nationwide
Interactive US map with delivery zones — coming soon.
Social proof
Reviews
Reviews coming soon
Structured ratings for build quality, communication, delivery, and warranty support.
Protection
Warranty
Coverage details
Clever includes a one-year warranty covering material and workmanship defects, system and mechanical issues, and structural integrity failures. Full warranty details are provided with the sales contract.
Trust
Financing & certifications
Financing
Clever works with lending partners including 21st Mortgage (nationwide tiny home and mobile home lender; approved retailer/manufacturer), US Tiny Loans (nationwide lender licensed in 48 states for THOW, modular, barndominium, and ADU loans), and Wheelhouse Credit Union (RV loans for California residents). Options include personal loans, RV loans, specialized tiny home financing, and construction loans depending on product and location. Buyers can book a consultation for guidance.
Lender partners and monthly estimate calculator — coming soon.
Certifications & awards
- RVIA (RV Industry Association) standards
- Cooper Hewitt National Design Award (founder/architect Didi Zhao)
Questions
FAQ
Typical timelines run 12 weeks. Contact Clever Tiny Homes for a quote on your specific project.
History
Company timeline
2026
Company founded
Clever Tiny Homes began building tiny homes.
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Cooper Hewitt National Design Award (founder/architect Didi Zhao)
Updates
News & resources
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