Lease the Land: How It Works
In our communities, you own your home while leasing the land underneath it. This structure helps lower the upfront cost of homeownership by separating the land from the dwelling.
Why It Works:
Lower Upfront Investment
You purchase the home, not the parcel of land.
Defined Lease Terms
Your lease agreement will clearly outline duration, renewal options, use restrictions, and responsibilities.
Shared Services & Care
We manage shared services (roads, lighting, common areas) as part of the lease, so these remain in good condition.
Long-Term Stability
Land Lease terms are clearly defined, giving residents confidence and predictability
Note: Our communities also include rental homes. The land-lease model applies to those purchasing homes only.
A Model for the Future
Housing needs are changing across Ontario. Many communities are struggling to provide enough housing options to match local growth and workforce demand.
The land-lease model offers a practical solution. By separating the cost of the home from the land, it lowers barriers to ownership and creates new attainable housing opportunities in markets where traditional development is often out of reach. Land Leasing provides a proven approach that can be adapted to local needs while adding housing supply quickly and responsibly.
The Small Home Communities Inc. Difference
At Small Home Communities, we don’t see land-lease as a compromise, we see it as a practical, forward-looking way to expand attainable housing. Our communities are built with Canadian-made modular homes, ensuring quality and reliability from the start. We provide residents a clear path to homeownership, while also offering rental options for those who prefer flexibility.
As our first development, Small Meadows in Kincardine, Ontario moves through the approval process, we’re committed to showing how this model can create neighbourhoods that are attainable, well-managed, and built for the long term.
Learn More
Curious about whether a land-lease home could be right for you? We encourage you to connect with us. As our projects move through planning and design, we’ll share updates, renderings, and opportunities to be part of this new approach to housing.