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Hacienda Solano Resort
15606 S Gilbert Rd, Chandler, AZ
55+ mobile home and RV resort in Chandler offering nightly, weekly, monthly, and seasonal rates for snowbirds and long-term residents. Park model homes are sold on-site.
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Tiny Homes in Chandler, Arizona
Tiny homes in Chandler, Arizona — zoning rules, THOW parking, builder costs, and what you need to know before buying.
Last researched May 2026
$159,000 – $298,000
Builder cost range
6
Builders serving area
275,987
Population
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Tiny-home friendliness
Why Chandler
Chandler is the tech-forward south East Valley suburb, home to Intel's largest U.S. manufacturing campus and a rapidly growing tech workforce. Median home prices in the mid-$400,000s put it on par with Mesa but with newer housing stock and top-rated schools. Chandler's master-planned communities, strong downtown, and proximity to both Phoenix and Gilbert's agritourism scene appeal to families and professionals. The city has fewer in-city RV and tiny home communities than Mesa, but nearby options abound. Expect 110°F+ summers and one of the hottest urban heat islands in the Valley.
Zoning & Placement
Chandler, population ~276,000, falls under the HB 2720 mandate (A.R.S. § 9-461.18) requiring cities over 75,000 residents to allow accessory dwelling units by right on single-family lots as of January 1, 2025. Chandler has been updating its zoning code to comply, allowing at least one attached and one detached ADU per single-family lot with ADU size capped at the smaller of 1,000 sq ft or 75% of the primary dwelling's gross floor area. Setbacks cannot exceed 5 feet from rear and side property lines, and no additional parking is required for the ADU. Applicants should confirm the current draft or adopted ordinance with Chandler Development Services, as municipalities across Arizona have been rolling out updated regulations throughout 2025.
Foundation tiny homes generally work as ADUs or standalone small dwellings under the 2018 IRC — the Maricopa County/Chandler framework requires a 200 sq ft minimum and 6'4" minimum ceiling height. Maricopa County has not independently confirmed adoption of IRC Appendix Q, so most tiny-home projects proceed as standard IRC single-family dwellings.
THOWs are RVs under A.R.S. § 33-2102 and cannot be used as permanent residences on Chandler residential lots. Long-term THOW and park model placement happens at Phoenix-metro RV parks and 55+ communities, though Chandler proper has fewer in-city options than Mesa or Apache Junction. HOA CC&Rs are not overridden by HB 2720 — many Chandler master-planned communities restrict ADUs. Verify current requirements with your local planning department before purchasing land or beginning construction.
Verify current requirements with your local planning department.
What to verify locally
- • Confirm whether your tiny home will be treated as an ADU, a site-built dwelling, or a recreational vehicle.
- • Ask about utility hookup requirements, especially sewer, electrical service, and emergency-access setbacks.
- • Check whether long-term occupancy is allowed on the lot type you are considering.
- • Verify minimum square footage requirements for your zone classification.
ADU & Backyard Tiny Homes
Under HB 2720, Chandler allows at least one attached and one detached ADU by right on single-family lots, with each ADU capped at the smaller of 1,000 sq ft or 75% of primary dwelling gross floor area. Maximum 5-foot side and rear setbacks, no additional parking required, no public hearing. Chandler is in the process of finalizing its updated ADU ordinance — confirm adopted language with Chandler Development Services before starting design. Typical Chandler ADU builders deliver turnkey pricing from $159,000–$298,000 depending on square footage. HOA CC&Rs in master-planned communities (which cover much of Chandler) frequently restrict detached ADUs and should be reviewed before purchase.
Where to Park
Communities, RV parks, and parking options in and near Chandler.
Chandler classifies THOWs as RVs under state law; they cannot serve as permanent dwellings on standard residential lots. Chandler has few in-city RV parks that accept full-time THOW residents — most long-term options sit in nearby Mesa, Apache Junction, or Gilbert. Phoenix East Valley pad rent runs $575–$900/mo with electricity separate. 55+ park model resorts dominate the market. Units under 320 sq ft register as travel trailers; 320–400 sq ft are park models requiring RVIA/ANSI A119.5 or NFPA 1192 certification. Arizona MVD registration is required before transport or placement.
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Covered Wagon RV Park
Phoenix, AZ (~25 mi NW of Chandler)
All-ages RV community just off I-17 in central Phoenix marketed for long-term/extended-stay RV residents.
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Desert's Edge RV Park
2398 W Williams Dr, Phoenix, AZ (~30 mi NW of Chandler)
Family-friendly Phoenix RV park with 220+ extended-stay sites, full hookups, laundry, showers, and a recreation room.
Builders Serving Arizona
Deer Valley Homebuilders
Guin, Alabama
Guin, Alabama manufacturer of energy-efficient manufactured and modular homes, founded in 2004. Operates a 200,000-square-foot facility and has produced 15,000+ homes across 18 states. Offers a "Cozy Cabins" tiny-home line within its Signature series, built to HUD code or state modular standards. Member of the Alabama Manufactured Housing Association. Active as of May 2026.
Prefab / modular Manufactured homes Foundation builds Tiny homes
Service areas: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, West Virginia
DwellWell Tiny Homes
Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix-based, woman-owned ADU and tiny home builder serving the greater Phoenix Valley, including Phoenix, Tempe, Glendale, Scottsdale, and Mesa. DwellWell brings deep roots in custom home building, design, and affordable housing to small-footprint construction — offering granny flats, in-law suites, backyard studios, casitas, backyard cottages, and custom one-bedroom and two-bedroom ADU plans. Typical build time is six to nine months depending on project scope. Homes start at approximately $125,000. The company's Yelp profile was updated April 2026, confirming active operations. DwellWell publishes detailed Arizona ADU regulatory guides on its website, reflecting hands-on knowledge of Phoenix Valley permitting requirements.
ADU Tiny homes
Service areas: Arizona
Minimal Living Concepts
Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, Arizona ADU and modular home builder founded in 2021 by Zander Diamont and Jared Amzallag. Minimal Living Concepts delivers turn-key accessory dwelling units and semi-custom modular homes across the Phoenix metro, with five models ranging from the 429 sq ft Flex to the 1,600 sq ft Resi. The company holds a KB-2 Dual Residential and Small Commercial contractor license in Arizona and a BuildZoom score of 117 (top 1% of 71,576 licensed Arizona contractors). With over 38 verified customer reviews averaging 4.6 stars on Birdeye, MLC is widely cited as one of the state's leading ADU builders. As of May 2026, the company is expanding its offerings to include semi-custom primary homes.
ADU Prefab / modular
Service areas: Arizona
Tiny Homes of Tucson
Tucson, Arizona
Tucson-based design-build company specializing in accessory dwelling units (ADUs), casitas, and small homes for Southern Arizona properties. Founded by Brad Jones — a University of Arizona alumnus and Certified ADU Specialist with over 30 years of sales and executive experience — the business operates as an Anchored Tiny Homes franchise and opened in Tucson in June 2024. The company manages every step from initial property assessment and design through permitting and construction, ensuring compliance with City of Tucson and Pima County codes. Services include detached ADUs, attached ADUs, garage conversions, pool houses, and home additions. Within its first year of operation, the company secured more than 35 signed construction agreements.
ADU Tiny homes
Service areas: Arizona
United Tiny Homes
Goodyear, Arizona
Goodyear, Arizona tiny home manufacturer building quality homes of 400 square feet or less since 2021. Founded by CEO Gail Kingsbury, United Tiny Homes offers several product lines — the Signature Line, Park Line, and Back Porch Line — designed for affordability and quick delivery (as little as 90–120 days). The company holds membership in the Tiny House Alliance USA and was named to the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies for 2025. Their showroom in Goodyear is open for tours, and they partner with lenders offering up to 30-year financing. As of May 2026, the company is actively partnering to develop a 65-home tiny community in Sedona to address regional housing shortages.
Park models Tiny homes Prefab / modular
Service areas: Arizona
Utopian Villas
Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin
Utopian Villas is a Wisconsin-based manufacturer of custom tiny homes and park model homes with published service-area pages that include Delaware. The company builds customized and personalized tiny homes and modular homes, with a current Wisconsin location in Mount Pleasant and a second listed location in Texas.
Park models Prefab / modular Custom builds Tiny homes
Service areas: Indiana, Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho
Costs
A comparison between tiny-home living and conventional homeownership in Chandler.
Tiny home path
Builder cost range $159,000 – $298,000
Estimated monthly total 1150
Traditional home path
Median home price 455000
Estimated monthly total 3200
Potential monthly savings
2050
Source: Zillow Home Value Index Phoenix East Valley 2025; RentCafe Chandler
Resources
Verified links for planning, permitting, and community connections in Chandler.
Common Questions
Does Chandler allow ADUs under HB 2720?
Yes. As a city with population over 75,000, Chandler is required by HB 2720 (A.R.S. § 9-461.18) to allow at least one attached and one detached ADU by right on single-family lots. The city has been updating its zoning code to comply — confirm the current adopted ordinance with Chandler Development Services before submitting plans.
How big can a Chandler ADU be?
State law caps ADUs at the smaller of 1,000 sq ft or 75% of the primary dwelling's gross floor area. Setbacks cannot exceed 5 feet from rear and side property lines, and no additional parking is required.
Can I park a tiny home on wheels on my Chandler property?
No — not as a permanent residence. THOWs are RVs under Arizona law and cannot be used as dwellings on standard single-family lots in Chandler. Long-term THOW placement requires a licensed RV park or park model community, most of which are in adjacent Mesa, Apache Junction, or Gilbert.
Do Chandler HOAs restrict ADUs?
Often yes. HB 2720 does not override private HOA CC&Rs, and much of Chandler sits in master-planned communities with deed restrictions on detached accessory structures. Review your HOA documents carefully before starting design.
What does it cost to build an ADU in Chandler?
Phoenix-metro builders publish turnkey pricing from about $159,000 for a 322 sq ft studio to $298,000 for a 1,178 sq ft two-bedroom unit, including permits and utility hookups. Chandler permit review typically runs 8–12 weeks.
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