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Baywood RV Park
Gulfport–Biloxi area, MS
Extended-stay RV park serving the Mississippi Gulf Coast with monthly rates and full hookups; commonly used by casino and hospitality workers.
Moderate
Tiny Homes in Biloxi, Mississippi
Tiny homes in Biloxi, Mississippi — zoning rules, THOW parking, builder costs, and what you need to know before buying.
Last researched April 2026
$55,000 – $165,000
Builder cost range
6
Builders serving area
46,212
Population
Moderate
Tiny-home friendliness
Why Biloxi
Biloxi sits on the Mississippi Sound along the Gulf of Mexico, with a humid subtropical climate — hot, humid summers, mild winters, and a long shoulder season that makes outdoor living comfortable most of the year. Hurricane season (June–November) is a defining part of coastal life, and tiny home owners should build or park with wind-zone, flood-zone, and evacuation planning in mind. The city's beaches, casinos, seafood culture, and the Ohr-O'Keefe Museum of Art make it a distinctive place to live, and Keesler Air Force Base drives a steady rental market. Tiny home interest on the coast is often tied to casino and hospitality workers seeking affordable housing plus post-Katrina rebuilding, where alternative construction has a real place in the local story.
Zoning & Placement
In Biloxi, Mississippi, tiny homes are regulated through the city's Land Development Ordinance (LDO) and Harrison County's manufactured housing rules rather than a dedicated tiny-home statute. As of April 2026, tiny homes on wheels (THOWs) are generally treated as recreational vehicles and, per the current city ordinance framework, are typically permitted only in licensed mobile home parks, RV parks, or similar designated zones — not on single-family residential lots for full-time occupancy. Foundation-built tiny homes must comply with the Mississippi Building Code (IBC/IRC) and the Gulf Coast wind-zone requirements, which mandate design wind speeds of 140–160 mph within one mile of the coastline under ASCE 7 and post-Katrina standards. Biloxi lies in Harrison County, where the coastal A-zone and V-zone flood maps also drive elevation requirements for new residential construction. The Biloxi Community Development Department at (228) 435-6280 and the planning office at (228) 868-5740 handle permits, variance requests, and coastal construction review. 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
Biloxi regulates accessory dwelling units through its Land Development Ordinance rather than a stand-alone ADU statute. As of April 2026, detached accessory structures used for habitation generally require review through the city's Community Development Department, must meet Mississippi Building Code and Gulf Coast wind-zone requirements, and must comply with the underlying zoning district's setback, height, and lot-coverage rules. Park models built to ANSI A119.5 / RVIA standards are not accepted as permanent ADUs on residential lots inside the city — they are considered recreational vehicles. Owner-occupancy, maximum unit size, and rental restrictions vary by zoning district, and the city has historically emphasized hurricane resilience in any accessory construction review. Applicants should expect IRC compliance, wind-zone engineering, and elevation certificates for parcels inside coastal flood zones. Contact Biloxi Community Development at (228) 435-6280 for current ADU application requirements and fees before starting design work.
Where to Park
Communities, RV parks, and parking options in and near Biloxi.
Biloxi's current ordinance framework directs full-time THOW occupancy to licensed RV parks and mobile home parks rather than private residential lots. The Gulf Coast region has an active RV and extended-stay market serving casino workers, traveling contractors, and seasonal visitors, and several parks along US-90 and I-110 offer monthly rates with full hookups. Major nearby options include Parker's Landing RV Park and a cluster of RV resorts in the Biloxi–D'Iberville corridor. Gulf Haven RV Resort in neighboring Gulfport and Baywood RV Park serve as common extended-stay options for Harrison County residents. Because Biloxi sits in a 140 mph wind zone and within FEMA V-zone flood mapping for coastal parcels, any THOW placed in a coastal park should be properly tied down per state manufactured-home anchoring standards and evacuated during named storms. For permanent THOW siting outside RV parks, residents typically look to rural portions of Harrison, Jackson, or Stone counties where land-use rules may be more permissive. Specific ordinance details for unincorporated parcels are not confirmed as of April 2026 — contact the Harrison County Planning Department directly before purchasing land.
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Gulfport Luxury RV Resort
Gulfport, MS (near Biloxi)
Gulf Coast RV resort offering monthly stays with pool, Wi-Fi, and full hookups — within easy commute of Biloxi casinos and Keesler AFB.
Builders Serving Mississippi
Atkinson Cottages
Childersburg, Alabama
Childersburg, Alabama park model home dealer serving six southeastern states, operating adjacent to Atkinson Homes on US Highway 280. Sells Clayton-built park models starting around $80,000, handles permitting and site prep, and delivers to Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Louisiana, and Mississippi. Active as of May 2026.
Park models Tiny homes
Service areas: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Louisiana, Mississippi
Bulldog Buildings
Columbus, Mississippi
Bulldog Buildings is a Columbus, Mississippi dealer for United Portable Buildings with tiny-home, cabin, and shed-to-house conversion content. The company publishes a Mississippi location, phone, email, online inventory, 3D shed and tiny-home designer, and financing or rent-to-own paths. Its strongest fit is for buyers considering a portable-building shell, cabin, ADU, or shed-conversion path.
ADU Custom builds Prefab / modular
Service areas: Mississippi
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
EZLivin
Golden, Mississippi
EZLivin is a Golden, Mississippi tiny-home company offering affordable, customizable tiny homes and expandable container-style units. The company publishes walkthrough content, custom-build photos, options, upgrades, and a dealer inquiry path from its Mississippi address. It is best matched to buyers comparing compact prefab or container-based tiny-home products.
Foundation builds Prefab / modular
Service areas: Mississippi
Kool N Hip Tiny Homes
Vicksburg, Mississippi
Kool N Hip Tiny Homes is a Vicksburg, Mississippi tiny-home company building residential, recreational, and custom tiny-home spaces. The company publishes a Mississippi location, phone, email, social links, blog updates, and a shipping claim for tiny-home delivery. Its work spans residential tiny homes, recreational units, storage-style tiny structures, and donated emergency tiny homes.
Foundation builds Custom builds Prefab / modular
Service areas: Mississippi, Nationwide
Mustard Seed Tiny Homes
Buford, GA
Mustard Seed Tiny Homes is a premium tiny house builder based in Buford, Georgia, serving North Carolina and the broader Southeast. They build both modular and park model tiny homes with models including The Dogwood, The Juniper, The Sycamore, and The Harvest. Their modular tiny homes are permanently placed structures that become part of the real estate. Mustard Seed ships throughout the Southeast from their Metro Atlanta facility and partners with Lend4Build for financing options.
Modular Park Model Foundation
Service areas: North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, Florida, Virginia, Kentucky, Mississippi, West Virginia
Costs
A comparison between tiny-home living and conventional homeownership in Biloxi.
Tiny home path
Builder cost range $55,000 – $165,000
Estimated monthly total $650–$1,100/mo
Traditional home path
Median home price $220,000
Estimated monthly total $1,900–$2,500/mo
Potential monthly savings
$1,200–$1,900/mo
Source: Zillow, RentCafe, Redfin (Q1 2026)
Resources
Verified links for planning, permitting, and community connections in Biloxi.
Common Questions
Can I live full-time in a tiny home on wheels in Biloxi?
As of April 2026, Biloxi's ordinance framework points THOW occupancy to licensed RV parks and mobile home parks rather than private residential lots inside the city. Contact Biloxi Community Development at (228) 435-6280 to confirm current rules for your specific parcel before committing.
Do I need to build to hurricane wind codes?
Yes. Biloxi sits in a Gulf Coast wind zone requiring design wind speeds of 140–160 mph under ASCE 7, with tighter standards within one mile of the coastline. Any foundation-built tiny home — including ADUs — must be engineered to those wind loads and may also need FEMA flood-zone elevation compliance.
Are park models allowed as permanent ADUs in Biloxi?
Generally no. Park models are built to ANSI A119.5 / RVIA recreational-vehicle standards, not the International Residential Code, so most Mississippi cities — including Biloxi — do not accept them as permanent ADUs on residential lots. They are typically restricted to RV parks and campgrounds.
What does a tiny home cost in the Biloxi area?
Builder pricing for coastal Mississippi typically runs $55,000–$165,000+ depending on size, finish level, and wind-zone engineering. Foundation builds with hurricane-rated construction trend toward the higher end; THOWs purchased outside the coast and trailered in sit lower but must still meet local parking rules.
Where are the closest tiny home and RV communities to Biloxi?
Harrison County has an active RV-park corridor, with Baywood RV Park, Gulfport Luxury RV Resort, and several parks along US-90 offering monthly extended-stay rates. For permanent siting, residents often look to rural parts of Harrison, Jackson, or Stone counties where zoning may be more permissive.
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