I'm a millennial first-time buyer who moved into a micro home village. I had to downsize my stuff, but it was worth it for the community.

Courtesy of Kristi Campbell

• In 2023, Kristi Campbell moved into South Park Cottages, a micro-home community in Atlanta. 
• Campbell owns a 628-square-foot home with one bedroom and one bathroom, purchased for $235,000.
• Despite the home's small size, she finds it comfortable, and enjoys being part of the village's close-knit community.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Kristi Campbell, a 28-year-old business consultant...