Skinny House Goes for $260K and Rocks TikTok

Published on February 12, 2023
Have you heard of skinny houses? There’s one in Deerfield, IL, that went viral on TikTok because it got sold for $260,000. It seems small from the outside, and you might think that you couldn’t walk around in it. However, it’s quite spacious when you’re inside it.

Many people are turning to “small homes,” but this one is unique because of its style. From the front and back, it looks like any other house, but you see that the sides are shrunk significantly. Do you want to see what it’s like inside? Continue reading to learn more about the skinny house on TikTok!

Not As Small as It Seems

This skinny house features 500 square meters of space, with three bathrooms and two bedrooms. One side only measures about 3 feet wide, but the other side is about 20 feet in width. Let’s step into this amazing little home!

Not As Small as It Seems

Not As Small as It Seems

The Living Room

When you enter the house, there’s the living room. It’s not as big as what you’d find in a typical home, but it’s still comfortable. The warm lighting and hardwood flooring bring out the coziness of the space.

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The Living Room

The Living Room

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The Kitchen

The home’s kitchen is roughly 15 feet wide and features stainless steel appliances throughout. There are windows on both sides to help the owner enjoy the sunshine and the outdoors while cooking and preparing meals.

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The Kitchen

The Kitchen

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Art Pieces

Inside, the furniture looks ordinary, including the plush leather sofas next to each other. However, there are a few irregularities, such as the strange clock and the blue-dominated painting, that will add an artistic feeling to the space.

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Art Pieces

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The Bathroom

Toward the back of the ground floor, you have one bathroom. Though it seems smaller than an average one, there’s still plenty of space to do your business. Plus, it’s well-equipped and can be comfortable with the fixtures.

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The Bathroom

The Bathroom

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The Master Bedroom

You can find the master bedroom on the second floor, and it’s designed using a more modern American style. The room is just 19 feet wide, but that’s plenty of space for two people to sleep comfortably.

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The Master Bedroom

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Another Bathroom

The master bathroom is more spacious than the first-floor option. You can see the beautiful white light and more living space, though the floor plan is a little odd. These owners can enjoy their time here and be at rest more easily.

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Another Bathroom

Another Bathroom

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The Guest Room

While the guest room is smaller than the master bedroom, it still has everything a person needs to live comfortably. There’s an emulation-style dog next to the door to help it seem livelier than normal.

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The Yard

If you leave the home, you might expect there to be no room to play outside, but that’s not true. The yard isn’t extravagant, but it’s still sufficient for morning workouts and vehicles or bicycles to park when not in use.

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The Story

Some people are perplexed by the existence of this home, but it was put on the market for around $270,000 and sold for about $300,000. You might think it’s not worth it, but it’s still spacious inside.

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The Story

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The Poster

The TikTok user who shared information about this home is @kobbbsalad, and you will wonder if your eyesight is messed up because the home truly is that skinny. It seems normal from the front, but check out the side!

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Best for First-time Buyers

This home was marketed to first-time buyers who wanted something different, and that’s just what they got. We’re not sure who purchased the house and property, but they really had to think about living in such a narrow space.

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Best for First-time Buyers

Best for First-time Buyers

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Other Skinny Homes

You might think that a skinny house is something no one would want, but they’re quite popular. In fact, this one got so much attention because of where it was located, but there are plenty of others in the world. Let’s look at them now.

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Other Skinny Homes

Other Skinny Homes

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Britain’s Smallest House

Property pages can help you see shockingly small homes, but the one in Conwy, Wales, is quite narrow. It’s squeezed into the end of a row of houses, and it’s painted red. At only 72 inches wide and 122 inches high, you might be surprised at what’s inside!

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Britain's Smallest House

Britain’s Smallest House

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Too Thin to Live

It’s a tourist attraction now, and it sees about 55,000 visitors a year. However, countless residents lived in it between the 16th century and 1900. Originally, it was built to fill gaps in the housing market, but now it’s a quaint little spot that people rush to see.

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Too Thin to Live

Too Thin to Live

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No Space for a Kitchen or Bathroom

The bedroom sits on the first floor and is closed off to visitors because of its instability. Likewise, this home doesn’t have a bathroom or kitchen, which outraged people who wanted to stay in it. Still, that was common for the time period.

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No Space for a Kitchen or Bathroom

No Space for a Kitchen or Bathroom

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Only 72 Inches Wide

The mini home had dark wooden beams and was purchased for $24 by Robert Jones, a fisherman and landowner. He was about as tall as this property was wide and could barely lie down. Likewise, he entertained guests outside because there wasn’t enough room inside.

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Only 72 Inches Wide

Only 72 Inches Wide

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Record-breaking Small Home

Robert tried to save the property and keep it from demolition with Roger Dawson’s help. They toured the UK together and measured other small homes to secure its status as the smallest. The Conwy locals call it “smalls,” and it’s now a tourist attraction.

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Record-breaking Small Home

Record-breaking Small Home

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The Reason for Skinny Homes

Small homes are nothing new, but they came about because of overcrowded cities in Japan. This inspired the move toward skinny properties. Now,  they are everywhere, from Australia to the Netherlands. There’s a fight for space, and this is the perfect solution.

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The Reason for Skinny Homes

The Reason for Skinny Homes

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Catherine Place in London

Catherine Place is squeezed into a residential street close to the Buckingham Palace. It’s a five-bedroom house that measures 13 feet wide and spans the girth of a Mini Cooper vehicle. While listed for $4.9 million, the narrow spot disappeared from the market before getting sold.

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Catherine Place in London

Catherine Place in London

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Hallway

Though the property is narrow, it features crisp white walls, five floors, tons of windows, and 3,552 square feet of living space. The ground floor features an open layout, and there’s a modern kitchen and recessed spotlighting. Plus, the owner has access to a garden!

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Hallway

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Living Room

The living room features hardwood flooring and plenty of space for furniture. Likewise, there’s a private garage on the ground floor, a central hallway, and a utility room. There’s a basement with a private spa that includes a shower, hot tub, and sauna!

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House of the Big Arch in South Africa

This house gets points for the skinniness, but it’s also in a beautiful location. In fact, it is tucked into the South African Bushveld Nature Reserve and is supposed to disappear into the landscape. It does its job quite well!

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House of the Big Arch in South Africa

House of the Big Arch in South Africa

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Dining Room

In fact, the thin and long living space sits within a tree canopy. The designers wanted to ensure that no trees were cut down or damaged to accommodate the residence. Plus, the body of it is only 11 feet wide!

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Another View of the House of the Big Arch

Overall, the additions to the central building were considered based on the position and shape of the wildlife surrounding it. After all, this home was designed to accommodate many different creatures, including humans, dogs, and birds!

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Another View of the House of the Big Arch

Another View of the House of the Big Arch

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Thurloe Square in London

There is a block of flats found in Kensington, which is in London. They look like a cardboard cutout, and you almost want to touch them to ensure they’re real. The 13-foot-wide property was sold in September of 2021 and got $975,000!

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Thurloe Square in London

Thurloe Square in London

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Living Room of Thurloe Square

Within the home on Thurloe Square, you have two bedrooms and bathrooms that are made to fit perfectly. It often feels bigger than the outside suggests. Likewise, you have bright walls and ceilings with a few strategically placed mirrors to make it seem larger.

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Living Room of Thurloe Square

Living Room of Thurloe Square

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Outside Area

Overall, this skinny flat features a south-facing terrace that is just as slim as the rest of it. You also have access to the gardens, so you can walk around and stretch your legs if you start feeling a little cramped!

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Belem Skinny House in Portugal

The Belem Skinny House always captures the beautiful Portuguese sunshine and features a warm interior. This is spread out over two floors. If you want to live there for a bit, you can rent it on Airbnb and will be close to the Lisbon historical center, as well.

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Belem Skinny House in Portugal

Belem Skinny House in Portugal

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Living Room of Belem Skinny House

You can find two bedrooms here, which are decorated with golds and browns. If you wish to feel like you’re at the beach, this place can definitely help. However, there are few trinkets and accessories because it focuses on the minimalistic style.

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Living Room of Belem Skinny House

Living Room of Belem Skinny House

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Bathroom of Belem Skinny House

Most people think a place that small would have a tiny bathroom. However, the amenities here are still quite spacious. There’s beautiful tiling that nods to the traditional decor of the Portuguese people. You’ll likely see it while you’re out and about.

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Bathroom of Belem Skinny House

Bathroom of Belem Skinny House

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CH House in Vietnam

ODDO architects achieved something remarkable when building this house. They added an entire family house, with space for grandparents and children, and it’s in a narrow gap between two Hanoi buildings. It’s only 14 feet wide and 115 feet long!

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CH House in Vietnam

CH House in Vietnam

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Dining Room of CH House

Green space isn’t easy to find in a busy city like Hanoi, so the designers here decided to create a small oasis on the property. Trees and plants grow inside it and create a peaceful space to relieve stress.

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Dining Room of CH House

Dining Room of CH House

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Plant Wall

There are two functions for this home. Two of the stories are commercial work, and you can find a shop at the bottom. However, the other three stories are for the family members. It’s designed to bring families together!

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Plant Wall

Plant Wall

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Six-story Skinny Home in London

This isn’t like other skinny houses because it has won prizes. In fact, it was listed with Foxtons for sale in April of 2022, and you could own it if you have $2.5 million. Then, the price was reduced. Plus, it is only 11 feet wide. It’s amazing what can be done with little room.

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Six-story Skinny Home in London

Six-story Skinny Home in London

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Its Kitchen

There are large glass windows to help light the gorgeous kitchen inside. Though there are slim measurements, six people can easily sit down and share a meal. The worktop you see is made of Corian, and there’s also sensor lighting throughout.

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Its Kitchen

Its Kitchen

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Stairwell

The property features the necessary modifications and includes things that all homes have. For example, you have wireless controls for music and television, and there’s even underfloor heating. If you don’t like walking up stairs, the lift will surely help!

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Stairwell

Stairwell

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19a Long Lane in Ireland

19a Long Lane is only 6 feet wide and set the record for being the narrowest in Ireland. It was built to fill up a pedestrian lane and is now a tourist attraction. Travelers come worldwide and book a few nights through Airbnb just to see what it’s all about.

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19a Long Lane in Ireland

19a Long Lane in Ireland

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Its Hallway

You will find compact furniture, such as a picnic table, which is placed in the corridor. There’s also a mezzanine area above with a double bed, though you might not get a decent night’s sleep if you are quite tall!

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Its Hallway

Its Hallway

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Living Area

Overall, the Irish skinny house features a small bathroom that takes up about half the width. There’s also a communal room and kitchen. It went on the market for $55,000 in 2020, but the price jumped to $311,000 in 2021.

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