Many first-time buyers are completely unaware of the range of manufactured homes available today. Manufactured homes are built primarily in a factory rather than constructed entirely on the property, which can reduce construction time and cost.
Conventional homes are built on-site, with building materials delivered to the property and different trades completing the construction. This allows a high degree of customization, but it is generally more labour-intensive.
Manufactured homes are fabricated in a controlled factory environment and then transported to their final location. Factory construction can provide economies of scale, allowing some manufactured homes to offer more living space or amenities for the same amount of money. They can also be particularly practical in remote or difficult-to-access locations where transporting building materials and trades can be expensive.
Manufactured homes generally fall into two main categories: mobile homes and modular homes. Mobile homes are typically a more affordable housing option, while modern modular homes can be built to a very high standard with layouts and finishes comparable to conventionally built homes. Once installed, many modular homes can be difficult to distinguish from a site-built house.
On this page, we focus specifically on Manufactured Homes with Land, including properties where the home is sold together with an interest in the land rather than simply occupying a rented pad. The form of land ownership can vary, so buyers should always confirm whether the property is freehold, bare-land strata or another form of ownership.