Manufactured Housing Facts

Importance of Manufactured Housing

		Manufactured housing plays a significant role in the U.S. housing market.
		There are more than 22 million people living in approximately 10 million manufactured homes in the United States.

Home Quality/Comparability to Site-built Homes

		The quality and amenities of modern manufactured homes has dramatically increased. Modern manufactured homes have many of the same features as site-built homes.
		A manufactured home is a single-family house constructed entirely in a factory rather than at a homesite, with generally the same materials found in site-built homes.
		Homes range from 500 square feet to 2,000 square feet or larger and can be both single-section or multi-section.
		Manufactured homes are available in a variety of architectural styles and floor plans, offering a variety of amenities and custom options including:
		• Spacious floor plans   • Vaulted ceilings   • Drywall throughout   • Walk-in closets   • Fireplaces   • Brand name appliances   • Customization packages   • Jacuzzi tubs   • Shingled roof   • Vinyl, hardboard, stucco or wood siding

Affordability

		Today's manufactured homes offer quality similar to many site-built homes at a more affordable price. According to 2002 data reported by the MHI, manufactured housing represents a 10% to 35% savings for comparable entry-level site-built housing.
		For more information see Value for Residents

Homeowner Satisfaction

		Studies have shown that homeowners are happy with manufactured housing.
		According to a 1999 study by Foremost Insurance Company, 88% of manufactured homeowners report satisfaction with their housing choice.
		The 1999 Owens Corning study, conducted by National Family Opinion, found that 93% of manufactured homeowners are satisfied with their housing choice.

Community Amenities or the "extras"

		Often times, modern manufactured home communities contain a variety of amenities to offer the residents, including:
		• Clubhouse   • Pool   • Playground   • Basketball courts   • Picnic areas   • Tennis courts   • Shuffle board courts   • Cable television   • Paved streets, curbs and gutters