Tiny House Living: Rural, Suburban, & Urban

Rural tiny house living:

Pros:

• Using sustainable features like rainwater collection, composting toilet, etc. These amenities are more difficult to implement in an urban area.
• Property freedom
• More quiet and slow-paced life compared to urban living
• Save money from permit fees such as property taxes and utility costs.

Cons:

• Oftentimes far from a job place, so a car is required along with a potentially longer commute.
• Isolated from community activities.
• Far from amenities and services like stores, gasoline station, etc.

Suburban tiny house living:

Pros:

• More access to public transportation than rural living
• Opportunity live in a community and socialize with your neighbors
• A tiny house community can share resources like a swimming pool, laundry facilities, etc. making them more affordable and efficient

Cons:

• Likely defenseless from natural disasters like hurricanes

Urban tiny house living:

Pros:

• Access to urban infrastructures like power, trash disposal, sewer, and water
• Access to job opportunities
• Convenient Access to services and amenities like schools, shopping, grocery stores, gyms, and libraries
• Access to public transportation

Cons:

• Likely higher cost, as you may need to pay for different permits such as codes and land permit
• Building code compliance

You may also want to read: Pros & Cons of On-Grid Tiny House Living.

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