About Small Property Living

Most gardening advice assumes you have a big yard. We don't.

This site is for people with normal-sized lots who want to do something useful with their outdoor space. Raised beds that actually fit. Chicken coops that work in a neighborhood. Greenhouses you can build in a weekend without a permit.

We research a topic thoroughly before we write it up. When a product is worth buying, we say so. When it isn't, we say that too.

What we cover

Gardens, backyard chickens, composting, greenhouses, and yard layout planning. Every guide includes a cost estimate, difficulty rating, and time estimate so you know what you're getting into before you start.

Product reviews

Our product guides compare real options at honest price points, based on specs, materials, warranties, and patterns in real owner feedback. We skip the filler products that pad out most "best of" lists. Here's exactly how we review products.

Affiliate disclosure

Some links on this site are affiliate links to Amazon, Home Depot, and other retailers. When you click one and make a purchase, we earn a small commission. This doesn't change the price you pay. It helps us keep the site running and buy more stuff to test.

We never recommend something just because it has a good affiliate payout. If we link to it, we think it's worth your money.