Tiny homes have been popular for years now, particularly among those seeking a cheaper path to homeownership. But for those who may not be aware, they aren't the only option when it comes to ...

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When she started her search for a house, Amy Balicki didn’t set out to buy a Sears kit home in Downers Grove, Illinois – but she probably should have. That’s because Downers Grove was a prime location ...

Over the decades, the kit homes ranged in price from $3,000 to $10,000 depending on the size, design and scope. The companies also sold garages, boilers, chicken coops, bathtubs and built-in shelving.

Home Depot, Amazon and other retailers have added kit homes to their wide list of offerings on their websites. Some of these are advertised as "DIY" projects and have notes in the descriptions like ...

Sears sold mail-order kit homes from 1908 to 1942, ranging from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. Few Sears kit homes were sold in Florida, likely due to shipping logistics and the homes' ...