A high-quality home, placed where you want to be, without the usual tradeoffs.
Housing that adapts to your life
We work with land partners to place a home that fits your life, closer to work, closer to nature, closer to the people and routines that matter.
A Magdalena home placed near the resident's job
Designed for everyday living
These aren't makeshift units, or temporary structures. Magdalena homes are designed as permanent places to live, with thoughtful layouts, natural light, and materials that feel calm and durable.
An interior designed for comfort, not compromise.
High-quality housing at a radically lower cost
A monthly cost that changes the equation
$950/month for the home. Location costs vary.
The home itself rents for a flat monthly rate. Land costs depend on where you choose to live and what amenities come with the site, but the structure stays transparent and straightforward.
Magdalena community members enjoying the M1 studio
Move sooner, not someday
We're actively placing homes every month and expanding fast. That means real availability, not endless waitlists.
A studio renting for $1,800/mo 50 minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge
Flexibility built in
Some people rent a Magdalena home as their primary residence. Others use it to reset finances, shorten commutes, or test a new location before committing long-term.
How renting works
Move in
Once approved, we coordinate move-in details.
Rent as long as it fits or buy
Rent without long-term commitment, or buy if you prefer to own
Request a home in your desired location
We'll reach out when a site for your home becomes available.