Double wide

Has anybody purchased a double wide recently that can give me an estimate on actual cost? Looking for a price that includes delivery.

One of my cousins bought on in September in Mississippi and it was 55K delivered and setup. With the cost of materials now it is probably higher

We bought some land a couple years ago with the intention to build on, but with construction prices these days we have been seriously considering the double wide route as well. I would also be interested in hearing from people with first hand knowledge and recent experience.

Prices can vary quite a bit. They’re making some pretty fancy double wides, these days.

Location can help also.

I'm in the mortgage business. Nicer ones nowadays are referred to as manufactured homes, sometimes modular homes. As long as they are set on permanent foundations (wheels and sometimes axles removed) and are hooked up to utilities (water, electric, sometimes gas/propane) they will qualify for Conventional/FHA/VA/USDA financing. They also appraise pretty well.

A 1500 sq ft double wide might cost just as much as a 1500 sq ft traditional frame built house.

Look for a repo.

Here's another related question. If the mobile home is left with wheels and axles on, is it not taxable like a slab built home? In other words, not being "permanent" it shouldn't be considered for property taxes correct?

We bought a lake lot with mobile home on it. They tax everything.

Your on the right forum no doubt

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Yes, and then they tax some more, and then they tax you on your taxes, and then they tax you for questioning the taxes, and then they tax you for thinking about questioning your taxes.

I could go on, but I think this deserves its own thread.

Young County taxed our covered porch attached to a single wide. As well as the shipping container and carport.

Legal term is Manufactured Housing as of the late 1970’s. They are different that a Modualr Home in both how they are built and how they are looked at by lenders. My mom is in the Manufactured Housing Park business and I believe they use Oak Creek homes which are regarded as some of the best in the industry.

hilarious!

That was actually pretty good!

Location is Nacogdcohes and there a several dealers about 30 miles away.

You can but you will not qualify for almost any mortgage that is available today.

Mid 70s, thiink is 1978 but I am not going to find the book.

I am ready to move back into a singlewide, or doublewide trailer with nothing but silence.

First thing that came to my mind

Modular Homes
Often referred to as factory-built (or pre-fabricated) homes.
Modular homes come pre-built in sections from the factory.
Modular homes are then transported to the building site on truck beds, and set together using by a large crane and construction workers at the building site.
They are finished on location, and must conform to all local, state or regional building codes.
After the contractor places the modular home on site and completes the finishing work, a local building inspector will visit the site to inspect the home to ensure its construction adheres to the state or regional requirements and that all finish work was completed safely and up to standard.
Modular homes are placed on a permanent foundation at the building site and often have full basements.
Modular homes are sometimes used to expedite the creation of planned communities or large residential projects like college dormitories.
Modular homes are typically larger than manufactured homes - they have full kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms, washer and dryer hookups. Many even have fireplaces and dishwashers.
Modular homes are typically more expensive per square foot than manufactured homes.
The home equity of a well-built modular home will continue to grow in value over time. Upgrades can also be added like sun rooms, gas fireplaces, porches, garages, etc.


A “mobile home” is a specific type of manufactured home. The term applies to any manufactured home built prior to June 15, 1976.
By its very definition, any mobile home on the market today is over 40 years old.
The term “manufactured home” references homes that were constructed on or after June 15, 1976. These homes meet HUD’s modern safety and quality requirements.

Manufactured Homes
Very old models are sometimes referred to as mobile homes or trailers
Manufactured houses are pre-constructed completely in the factory on a permanent, fixed steel chassis.
Manufactured homes have wheels which are typically detached once the unit is towed to the residence.
Manufactured homes typically have skirting/siding around the bottom of them to hide where the wheels were removed and to give it the appearance of a typical home.
Manufactured homes must abide by a Federal HUD building code.
Once built the manufactured home (typically 1-3 units) is moved to its final residence using their own wheels.
Manufactured homes remain on their steel chassis, and do not have basements. Theoretically they can be moved but that rarely happens.
Manufactured homes often face special residential zoning restrictions which can limit their placement.
Some families use the old and smaller manufactured homes for mobile vacation homes.
Mobile homes technically are manufactured homes but are very different when compared to today's manufactured homes.
Building inspectors are sometimes called in to inspect the electrical and propane gas hookups, but trailers do not need to pass a building code for occupation.
Manufactured homes are generally less expensive than modular homes.
Manufactured homes are often a little harder to finance and generally decrease in home equity value.

That's going to be a tough question to answer simply by the cheaper manufactures verses middle and top of the line models.You get a good deal and save a lot of money on the lesser brands but built with cheaper materials and most likely single pane windows and plywood doors.Be wise and spend your money up front on quality brands that use quality materials and appliances that will last you forever instead of fifteen, twenty years. Shop around and do some looking before you make up your mind and don't let sticker shock shy you away from something you like. Remember,your making a long term investment on a home for you and your family.