Amid growing concern about housing affordability, Walmart’s website lists several portable tiny houses for less than $30,000.
Tiny homes have skyrocketed in popularity in recent years, and that surge may be partially driven by concerns about the housing market. A 2024 survey by IPX 1031 found that 65 percent of Americans would consider buying a tiny home “because of the current housing market,” and 86 percent believe they’re a “good option for first-time homebuyers.”