Tiny Homes NZ – Finished Portable Homes, Supplied and Delivered

Looking for tiny homes in NZ? At Portable Dwellings, we supply finished compact homes NZ-wide, from $23,500 incl. GST for The Cabin. Whether you need a bach, rental unit, farm staff housing or a smaller place to live, our 20ft, 30ft and 40ft homes expand on site to give you more room, and layouts can be customised to suit how you live. 👉 40% deposit, balance on delivery, and 10-year after-sales support — spare parts supplied at manufacturer price.
Send your preferred layout and site location for a fixed quote.

Prices for Our Tiny Houses in NZ

One of the most common questions buyers ask is “How much do compact homes cost in New Zealand?” We make pricing transparent.

• The Cabin – from $23,500 incl. GST, with kitchen and bathroom (shower and toilet) included

• 20ft Apple Cabin (~13 m²) – from $38,000 incl. GST

• 20ft Expandable Tiny Home – from $38,500 incl. GST

• 30ft Expandable Tiny Home – from $51,000 incl. GST

• 40ft Expandable Tiny Home – from $64,000 incl. GST
  💡 40% deposit, balance due on delivery. Your final quote depends on model, layout, upgrades, delivery, site access and availability.

Floorplans and Layout Options

Choosing the right layout is essential to make the most of your space. We offer:

• 1–4 bedroom options depending on the size of home

• Expandable floorplans that fold out to create extra space

• Kitchens, bathrooms and living areas fitted before delivery
  View our floorplans for more details.

Delivery Across New Zealand

We deliver NZ-wide, with transit insurance included the whole way to site. Delivery is quoted for your exact site once we have your address, including any crane or site-access needs. The home is set down onto piles; your own builder or LBP connects services, and we send them the drawings and guide them.
👉 For complete details, visit our Delivery & set-up page.

Upgrade and Customisation Options

Every customer has unique needs. That is why our compact portable homes can be personalised.

• Gable Roof Package: from $3,950 incl. GST (20ft)

• Front Deck & Terrace (2m): $4,000 incl. GST

• Interior upgrades: bamboo fibre panels, SPC flooring, blinds

• Off-Grid Solar and Battery Packages: from $12,499 incl. GST, sized to your appliances, daily load and site
  That way, you can match your home to how you will use it.

Why Choose Portable Dwellings

When you choose us, you get:

• 40% deposit, balance on delivery, with transparent, itemised pricing

• 10-year after-sales support — spare parts supplied at manufacturer price

• Over 50 homes delivered nationwide

• Transit insurance included on every delivery, the whole way to site

• Custom options, from decks and roofs to solar

Finance and Council Requirements

Finance is available through our partner GM Finance, from approx $240/week, subject to lender approval. We provide full written quotes to support your application. Council requirements vary by site and by council. Check with your local council on what’s needed for your site and send us their requirements — we’ll tell you what we can and can’t do before you commit to anything.

Tiny Homes vs Container Homes

Not sure whether a compact home or a container home is right for you?

• Tiny Homes: compact and portable, suited to one or two people

• Container Homes: robust steel frame, larger layouts, suited to families
  👉 Explore our Container Homes NZ page to compare options.

Living Off-Grid with a Tiny House

Many Kiwis look at portable homes for off-grid sites. Our homes are off-grid capable with an optional solar and battery package — how well it works depends on your appliances, daily load and site. 👉 See our Off-Grid Homes NZ page.

FAQs About Tiny Homes in NZ

Q: Do small portable homes need council consent?
A: Council requirements vary by site and by council. Check with your local council on what’s needed for your site and send us their requirements — we’ll tell you what we can and can’t do before you commit to anything.
Q: Can portable homes be moved later?
A: Yes, they can be relocated with a truck and crane.
Q: Can I live off-grid?
A: Our homes are off-grid capable with an optional solar and battery package — it depends on your appliances, daily load and site.
Q: How long does delivery take?
A: Typically 8–12 weeks from order to delivery, confirmed in your quote.

Closing

Tiny homes give you a flexible way to add space. With Portable Dwellings, you get clear pricing incl. GST, NZ-wide delivery with transit insurance included, and long-term after-sales support. You can customise your home with off-grid power, decks or upgraded interiors. 👉 Send your preferred layout and site location for a fixed quote.