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Welcome to Magdalena

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Open house in Anderson Valley, California

Magdalena is an ecosystem of residents, builders, investors, and advocates advancing accessible housing. Register to explore our cutting-edge homes, the teams shaping them, and how you can contribute.

The M1 system: a NOAH-certified solution designed to meet the unique housing challenges of today’s non-urban communities

  • Construction worker installing stairs in a partially built tiny house or modular building inside an industrial warehouse.

    Exceptional build quality, optimized for cost efficiency

  • A 3D architectural design of a two-story building's metal frame structure with wooden flooring on the lower level and a staircase connecting the floors.

    Precision design that delivers spatial efficiency and resilience

  • View of a modern kitchen with a small dining area, a staircase on the right, and a loft above. The kitchen features wooden cabinets, a white countertop, a sink, and some tableware. There is a window on the left side and a skylight on the ceiling.

    Modern interiors curated for both aesthetic and function

  • A modern small building made of vertical wooden panels with open glass doors revealing a staircase inside, illuminated with warm yellow lighting, and large windows on the upper part of the building. There are tall trees in the background at dusk.

    Exteriors engineered for beauty, longevity, and personalization

  • Two cars, a white SUV and a red SUV, are driving on a curved highway with a moving tiny house on a trailer between them. The background features a hilly landscape with dry grass, scattered trees, and utility poles.

    Mobility integrated to expand opportunity and accessibility

Community-driven solutions

  • Enjoy an intelligently designed living space with private deck, garden area, storage, and parking, all from $1,200-$1,500/month. Sustainability, community, and affordably elevated. Apply here.

  • Acquire studio units to expand housing access, and aim for competitive returns. Ownership may also offer depreciation-based tax advantages where applicable. Alternatively, lend if you prefer a fixed return, secured by tangible property. Schedule a consultation.

  • Monetize underutilized land with a share of rental income as your unit contributes to community housing. We handle site compliance: water, septic/sewer, power—permitted and scalable. Schedule a consultation.

  • Apply your trade expertise to build resilient Magdalena communities. We engage electricians, plumbers, landscape specialists, logistics operators, property managers, sales representative, and beyond. Schedule a consultation.

Register to unlock detailed case studies, insider planning briefs, full M1 technical specifications, and current pricing.

Mena and Mila Fernandez enjoy the view from a Magdalena M1 studio

Our residents are talking

  • This home has given me renewed hope in life. It's so much better than where I was before.

    Christi

  • I've been a renter for twenty years and this has been my best housing experience yet.

    Zipporah

  • This home is an important next step on my journey. It's a relief to have a place that is right for me.

    Maureen

U.S. housing shortage (2019-2023)

This chart illustrates the escalating housing deficit in the United States over the past five years, highlighting a rise from a 2.5 million home shortage in 2019 to a 4.7 million home shortage by 2023, as reported by Zillow.

  • According to Zillow, the U.S. has faced a steadily worsening housing shortage over the past five years, growing from a deficit of about 2.5 million homes in 2019 to roughly 4.7 million homes by 2023. This data underscores the growing gap between housing supply and demand nationwide. Read more.

  • The National Low Income Housing Coalition reports a severe shortage of 7.1 million affordable rental homes available to extremely low-income renters. This shortage highlights the critical need for more accessible and affordable housing solutions across the country. Read more.

At Magdalena, our homes proudly undertake the NOAH certification, a mark of excellence in safety and quality. NOAH certification ensures that every home we build meets stringent industry standards, covering structural integrity, electrical systems, plumbing, and weather resistance. This certification not only guarantees a high level of craftsmanship but also ensures that your home is built to last and complies with local regulations. Choosing a NOAH-certified home means investing in reliability and peace of mind.

Trusted NOAH certified homes

Investor FAQs

What exactly is the asset we’re financing?

Magdalena deploys NOAH-certified prefab studio homes on host properties. Each studio is a tangible, movable asset that generates rental income once placed. Investors back real, inspectable units with clear specs and serial numbers, not an abstract project.

How do investors participate?

Two common paths:

  • Own a studio (equity in an asset): You purchase a studio; Magdalena sites, operates, and services it under a management agreement, and you receive your share of cash flows per contract.

  • Provide capital (secured credit): You fund studios or deployments via a secured note. Security typically includes a first-position interest in the studio (and may include an assignment of rents), subject to final documents.

How do returns get generated?

Cash flows come from resident rent after operating costs and any host revenue-share. In an ownership model, you receive the agreed portion of net cash flows; in a credit model, you receive contracted interest and principal according to the note. Performance is driven by placement speed, occupancy, unit quality, and operating efficiency.

What are the key risks, and how are they mitigated?

Placement/site readiness: Mitigated by pre-qualifying hosts and utilities, and by staging capital to milestones.

  1. Construction/quality: Mitigated by NOAH multi-stage inspections and a standard build spec.

  2. Demand/occupancy: Mitigated by demonstrated local demand and optional relocation of mobile units.

  3. Regulatory/process: Mitigated by siting playbooks, host agreements, and conservative underwriting.

What is NOAH certification and why does it matter?

NOAH is an independent third-party that inspects at multiple build stages against nationally recognized standards. Certification improves quality assurance, helps with insurance/acceptance, and creates consistency across manufacturers.

How do I get involved, and is this an offer?

Start with a short intro call. If there’s a fit, we’ll provide access to materials (unit specs, example agreements, pipeline views). From there, you can select an opportunity (own a studio or provide secured credit).
Important: This page is informational only and not an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security.

Contact us

Are you interested in getting involved? Send us a note. We look forward to speaking with you.