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Man shares video tour after building village of tiny homes in middle of nowhere: 'Brings me great peace'

"I want to live off the land and live the minimal lifestyle."

"I want to live off the land and live the minimal lifestyle."

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Tiny homes aren't just a housing trend; they're a growing solution to environmental and financial sustainability. With a smaller footprint comes a bigger impact, and people are starting to take notice. 

One TikToker, Troy Ulshoeffer (@troyulshoeffer), recently shared a video showcasing their "Tiny House City," a unique neighborhood that is built entirely of compact, efficient homes. The video sparked a wave of inspiration with users intrigued by the lifestyle, community, and freedom that tiny living can offer. 

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In Troy's video, we get an evening tour of his "Tiny House City," where the warm glow of twinkle lights illuminates what appears to be a cozy shared outdoor living space. The video reveals at least five tiny homes clustered together, creating a sense of community in this compact neighborhood. 

While we don't get a peek inside the homes themselves, their charming exteriors hint at thoughtfully designed and inviting spaces. 

Tiny homes offer clear financial benefits, including lower mortgage or rent payments, reduced energy bills, and smaller property taxes and maintenance costs. This simpler lifestyle also builds resilience by easing the impact of economic ups and downs. 

While not everyone will downsize completely, adopting tiny-home principles, like minimizing clutter and using energy-efficient appliances, can still lead to meaningful savings. Even small changes toward simplicity and efficiency can add up over time, making tiny-home living achievable for more people. 


One of the best ways to save on home energy is to install solar panels. It's possible that making the switch to solar can bring your energy costs down to at or near $0. EnergySage offers a free service that allows you to compare quotes from vetted and local installers and potentially save up to $10,000 on your solar installation. 

Plus, tiny homes use far less energy and resources than traditional houses, helping us move toward a cleaner, cooler future. 

Troy's video sparked plenty of inspiration among viewers curious about his tiny home community. One commenter wrote, "Your realized dream brings me great peace." 

Another shared, "I'd sell my home right now if this place existed in my area and move there! I want to live off the land and live the minimal lifestyle."

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