Not everything is bigger in Texas. In fact, something you’d never expect is getting smaller.

What is it? Houses! Tiny homes are the big new thing in Houston, and in this article, we examine the tiny house trend and all the benefits that come from small living.

What is the tiny house movement?

The typical American home is usually around 2,500 square feet, and if you ask most homeowners, that much space isn’t even enough. In comparison, a tiny house is between 100 to 400 square feet with every available inch put to use.

Tiny houses are built to suit their owner’s needs and personality, so you see a lot of variety in these small homes. In Houston, tiny homes are already starting to make a big slash. While most Tiny Houses are built to be mobile, one elevated, 288 square foot residence was recently put up for sale in the city.

The perks of thinking small

People choose to live in tiny homes for a variety of reasons. Some enjoy a minimalist lifestyle and like the confines a tiny living space puts on the amount of “stuff” they can accumulate. When your home is barely big enough to sleep in, you start to think about your possessions in terms of what’s necessary and what’s disposable. We all have that one drawer or closet (or garage!) that overflowing with junk we can’t seem to get rid of. You can’t have this problem with a tiny home, and many tiny living proponents argue that having less gives you a greater sense of appreciation for what you do own.

Tiny houses are also cheaper than regular homes and offer a greater sense of freedom to homeowners. It’s hard to pack up and move to a new city when you have a 30-year mortgage to worry about. Living smaller means you can literally pack your whole house in a car and hit the open road whenever the desire strikes.

Even if you aren’t interested in super tiny houses, there’s no denying the benefits of downsizing. You can save money both on your mortgage and monthly utilities. Plus, smaller houses require less upkeep, which means more free time to spend on activities you enjoy.

So, will tiny houses take over Houston? Not anytime soon. Still, more and more homeowners are thinking critically about the amount of space they need and choosing to downsize their homes.

Ready to downsize?

The first step to downsizing is selling your current home, and you can streamline this process by working with We Buy Ugly Houses Houston. We’ll buy your home as-is, so you don’t have to bother with making repairs.

Get a free quote from We Buy Ugly Houses right away to see just how quickly you can get your home sold to America’s #1 home buyer.