Every person deserves a place to rest their heads at night, but which type of property is best for your needs? By understanding the differences between manufactured, modular, and site-built properties, you can better determine which types of home suits the needs of you and your family.
Manufactured Homes
Also known as mobile homes, manufactured homes are made off-site in factories and warehouses. In the U.S., these properties must meet certain physical requirements with regards to square footage and the presence of a permanent chassis, which allows the property to be transported to different locations.
Many people like the freedom afforded by mobile homes. Instead of being stuck in one location, you can move the property to different rental lots as desired. You can also invest in your own land if you’d prefer a permanent location when you’re not traveling in the mobile home.
Modular Homes
Modular homes are similar to mobile properties in that they’re manufactured in a factory or warehouse. However, unlike the mobile homes that are fully constructed within these settings, modular homes are assembled in modules and transported to the site for the final construction.
One of the great things about modular homes is that they can be easily customized to meet your needs. However, they are not transportable like mobile homes, as they don’t have the permanent chassis. Instead, they offer the same benefits as traditional homes, but often without the high costs and lack of adaptability.
Stick/Site-Built Homes
Stick or site-built homes are traditional structures that are incredibly common in the U.S. These properties are constructed on-site, unlike manufactured and modular homes. And unlike mobile homes, site-built homes remain where they’re constructed permanently.
While common, site-built homes do have some drawbacks. They’re often more expensive than other types of property, which makes them out of reach for some homebuyers. Additionally, older site-built homes may have extensive issues that must be addressed before moving in. It’s also harder to customize these properties without undertaking comprehensive renovations.
Contact Fiesta Homes to Learn More
Thanks to our abundance of floor plans and extensive financing knowledge, Fiesta Homes can help buyers in Las Cruces find the property of their dreams. And because we can customize any of our layouts to suit your needs, you won’t have to settle for a property that doesn’t work for you. Call 575-525-4680 today or contact us to learn more.
