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Multi-generational living on a budget: 1910 cottage with tiny home for under $500k

A 1910 cottage and tiny home package offers affordable living and rental potential under $500,000.

Kylie Klein Nixon
Last updated: 4 June 2026 | 2 min read
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A unique property in Manunui offers a 1910 mill cottage and a modern tiny home for under $500,000, ideal for multi-generational living. This setup allows families to live together while maintaining separate spaces.

The property also presents strong income potential, with the option to live in one dwelling and rent the other. Located in the affordable Ruapehu region, it combines vintage character with modern convenience, appealing to families, investors, and those seeking a self-sufficient lifestyle.

The home has all the cosy comforts you could want in a vintage home. Photo: TRADE ME/TALL POPPY

The home has a separate living room and dining room. Photo: TRADE ME/TALL POPPY

There are three double bedrooms. Photo: TRADE ME/TALL POPPY

In the back yard, there's a one bed tiny home with its own little porch. Photo: TRADE ME/TALL POPPY

The Tiny Home is compact, but cosy. Photo: TRADE ME/TALL POPPY

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