He Downsized at Midlife — and Doesn’t Regret It

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At 51, Eric chose to live smaller—but not cheaper. After selling his condo and spending over a year living in a van with his dog, he decided to invest in a custom, off-grid tiny home designed for comfort, craftsmanship, and long-term livability. Yes, it cost $175,000—and in this tour, Eric walks through exactly why that choice made sense for him: from solar power and water systems to thoughtful materials, cozy spaces, and a lifestyle that prioritizes intention over square footage. Love it or question it, this is a tiny home built around values, not trends.

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0:00 On this week’s episode…
0:38 Welcome to Eric’s tiny home
0:46 Deciding to live alternatively
1:09 Start of the tiny house journey
1:29 Total cost of the tiny home
2:00 Exterior tiny house tour
2:56 Let’s head inside!
3:28 Kitchen tour
5:48 Living off-grid
6:26 A 3ft bathroom
7:37 Eric’s favorite place in the house: The loft
8:52 Downstairs living space
10:08 Location of the tiny home
10:26 Shipping container gym
11:31 Outdoor living area
11:49 A-frame guesthouse
12:38 Thankful for tiny living
13:02 Until next time!

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15 Comments

  1. Love the outside – all the colors and differing heights and details are beautiful. Thanks for this excellent presentation!

  2. Love his attitude too, that it’s a tiny house, so he has to make adjustments. It’s so refreshing to see someone who’s not entitled.

  3. The customization is what makes this home so unique…..worth the $$$ for sure! Live your best life!😊

  4. The coolest property! I love the color of the home, the beautiful mural and the ☯️, the little A frame, the pergola with that view!! WOW.

  5. Love what he created on his land it extends his living space. Can also rent out the A-frame for income if needed. That land purchase was a very wise investment.

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