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Trends for Manufactured Homes

Real estate trends are also changing the features offered in  manufactured homes.

You’ll find more open-concept floor plans and modernized exterior features. Inside, the upgrades extend beyond appliances in these to include: 

  • Walk-in closets
  • Ensuite bathrooms with double vanities
  • Fully equipped kitchens with islands and breakfast bars. 

Mid-century modern designs with clean color palettes are among the best-selling manufactured home styles.

Manufactured Home Trending Real Estate

Cost is a driving force for buyers considering manufactured homes. 

Compare home sale prices and you’ll see why manufactured homes are a popular choice.

On average the new manufactured home listed at $124,351 in 2024, according to national real estate market data. By comparison in 2025, the average price of a traditional home is slightly over $356,000 according to Zillow. 

However, the biggest difference comes when you compare manufactured homes to site-built, traditional single-family homes. The U.S. Census Bureau and HUD report that manufactured homes are half the price per square foot of a site-built home. 

Taken from ~ 2025 Manufactured Home Trends 

An Overview of Manufactured Home Buying Process

These are some of the steps to buying a manufactured home:

  • Determine your budget:
    Assess your financial situation and decide how much you can afford to spend on the home, including down payment, monthly payments, and other associated costs. 
     
    • Consider the land:
      Decide if you'll be buying land or renting in a manufactured home community, as this impacts financing. 
      • Browse floor plans:
        Explore different floor plans, sizes, and features offered by the manufacturer or retailer. 
         
      • Tour model homes:
        Visit model homes to get a feel for the layout, quality, and finishes. 
         
      • Choose your home:
        Select the floor plan and features that best suit your needs and preferences. 
        • Sign the purchase agreement: Review and sign the purchase agreement with the retailer. 
           
        • Secure financing: Finalize your loan and secure the necessary funds. 
           
        • Coordinate delivery and installation: Work with the retailer to schedule delivery of your manufactured home to your chosen site and oversee the installation process. 
           
        • Obtain necessary permits: Ensure all necessary building permits and zoning approvals are in place. 
           
        • Prepare the site: If you're buying land, prepare the site for the home's installation, including foundation work and utility connections. 
           
        • Finalize closing: Complete the closing process, including signing the final documents and transferring ownership

         

        Taken from~ The Process of Buying a Manufactured Home

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