Do Manufactured Homes Depreciate?

DO MANUFACTURED HOMES DEPRECIATE OR APPRECIATE IN VALUE AFTER THEIR INITIAL PURCHASE? Myth: Manufactured homes do not appreciate in value like other forms of housing. Instead, manufactured homes depreciate in market value, similar to the way automobiles lose value each day.

Why do manufactured homes depreciate in value?

One reason mobile homes depreciate in value is because they are personal property, not real property. "Real property" is defined as land and anything attached to it permanently. ... Personal property loans, sometimes called "chattel loans," usually come with higher interest rates and shorter terms than a mortgage loan.

Do manufactured homes on land depreciate?

Location! Now, it is impossible to say that all mobile homes will always appreciate over time or retain its value. But, contrary to popular belief, mobile homes' values do tend to appreciate over time rather than depreciate. In fact, mobile homes generally increase in value at the same rate as other homes in the area.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.