You’ve made the decision: you’re going to buy a Tiny House. But how do you go about it? Are there specialized real estate agents who can find a Tiny House for you? What does the buying process look like, and do you need a purchase agreement? These are all questions that arise when you set your sights on a Tiny House. We’re happy to help you get started.
First, it’s helpful to know exactly what you’re buying. Do you want a movable Tiny House without land, for which you already have or are still searching for a plot? Or a Tiny House including land? And is that land owned, or are you renting a plot from the municipality or a private party? Whether or not you need a real estate agent depends on the answers to these questions.
Buying a Tiny House with land
Purchasing a Tiny House along with a private plot is essentially no different from buying a traditional home. You can therefore turn to a real estate agent for this, although the supply of Tiny Houses is still limited. It’s best to visit an agent in the area where you want to live. If, for example, you’re looking for a Tiny House in Alkmaar, you would go to a real estate agent in Alkmaar. This is just an example; currently, there are no permanent Tiny Houses in Alkmaar. In other locations, such as Almere, Beuningen, and Leeuwarden, opportunities do exist.
A real estate agent can advise you on how much to offer to secure your dream Tiny House and will guide you through the buying process.
Buying a Tiny House without land
If you want to buy a Tiny House without land, a real estate agent usually won’t be involved. Put simply, it’s a bit like buying a caravan or campervan, even though you’ll be living in it. There is no standard purchase agreement, but it’s still highly recommended to have one drawn up. After all, it’s a significant investment, and having a contract can help protect you in case of any hidden defects. You can download a sample purchase agreement from the website of the Vereniging Eigen Huis (Association of Homeowners) and adapt it to your situation.
Sometimes, you can buy a Tiny House and lease the land for a specific period, such as ten years. Some real estate agents offer this option. In such cases, the Tiny House is brand new and often customizable to your preferences.
The benefits of using a real estate agent
A real estate agent has a solid understanding of the market and can provide advice and negotiate on your behalf. They can accompany you to viewings and know what to look for when assessing a Tiny House. Additionally, they ensure a smooth administrative process when finalizing the purchase.
A real estate agent may also offer additional benefits, such as a free valuation of your current home, helping you determine your budget for your new Tiny House.
Of course, hiring a real estate agent comes at a cost, usually a percentage of the purchase price. It is possible to buy a Tiny House without a real estate agent, but an agent can save you time and even money through their market knowledge and negotiation skills. Not all real estate agents are familiar with Tiny Houses, but awareness is increasing.
Where to find Tiny Houses?
Tiny Houses for sale can, of course, be found on TinyFindy. More and more real estate agents are using our platform. You can also check Funda and subscribe to the Register van (aspirant) Tiny House-bewoners, a newsletter from Marjolein in het klein about Tiny House living opportunities.
Tiny Houses with land are becoming more widely available, and more municipalities are designating building plots specifically for Tiny Houses. Additionally, new eco-friendly neighborhoods are being developed, including Tiny Houses that developers offer for sale. Examples include:
- De Besloten Wal in Leek
- De Kwekerij in Doetinchem
- Wonen in ’t Groen in Heinenoord
- Teylerspark in Nieuwveen
- Hart van Vrouwenakker in Vrouwenakker
- E-veld in Terheijden
- De Bunders in Heesch
As you can see, opportunities are expanding!
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