A new double-section manufactured home averaged about $160,000 to $167,000 between January and May 2026, according to the Census Bureau’s Manufactured Housing Survey. That is the average sales price of the home, not land, the foundation or utility connections. Double-wide modular homes, which are built to local building codes rather than the federal HUD code, have no national price average.
Double Wide, Manufactured and Modular: The Difference
“Double wide” describes a home made of two sections joined side by side on site. The term is used for two different types of factory-built homes.
The difference matters for price, financing and zoning. In many areas, modular homes are treated like site-built houses for zoning purposes, while manufactured homes may face separate rules.
Manufactured Homes
Manufactured homes are built on a permanent chassis to the federal HUD code, which has applied to manufactured homes since June 1976. Homes built before that date are usually called mobile homes.
Modular Homes
Modular homes are built in sections to the same state and local building codes as site-built houses, then set on a permanent foundation. State programs approve and label them, and local building departments inspect the foundation and on-site connections.
Double-Section Manufactured Home Prices in 2026
The Census Bureau’s monthly survey tracks the average sales price of new manufactured homes:
| Month (2026) | Average price, double-section | Average price, single-section |
| January | $160,100 | $85,400 |
| February | $163,100 | $89,100 |
| March | $164,200 | $90,700 |
| April | $164,000 | $84,600 |
| May | $166,600 | $82,200 |
In this data, a double-section home costs close to twice as much as a single-section home.
What Double-Wide Modular Homes Cost
The Census survey does not cover modular homes, so there is no national average for them. Their price depends on the manufacturer, size, finishes and the local building code. Modular homes can also need more site work than a manufactured home, because they sit on a permanent foundation and are often set in place with a crane.
For a broad comparison, the National Association of Home Builders reports that custom site-built homes started in 2024 had a median contract price of $166 per square foot, excluding the lot. Factory-built modular homes are usually compared against that figure, since they are built to the same codes.
Costs Beyond the Home Price
- Land: unless you already own a lot, often one of the largest costs.
- Foundation: a permanent foundation for modular homes, or piers and anchoring for manufactured homes.
- Transport and setting: moving each section to the site and placing it, sometimes with a crane.
- Utilities: connections to water, sewer or septic, and power.
- Permits and site work: building and installation permits, grading, driveway and drainage.
- Finishing work: joining the sections, plus porches, steps, skirting or decks.
Azure Modular Homes: Two-Module Width
At Azure Printed Homes, our Homes & ADUs are 18 feet wide, twice the 9-foot width of our homes on wheels. They are assembled on site from factory-built modules that are bolted and strapped together on the inside and sealed and flashed on the outside.
| Model | Dimensions | Layout | Starting price |
| A-360 | 18 x 20 ft | 1 bedroom, 1 bath, kitchen | $89,900 |
| A-540 | 18 x 30 ft | 1 bedroom, 1 bath, kitchen | $134,900 |
| A-720 | 18 x 40 ft | 1 or 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, kitchen | $174,900 |
| A-900 | 18 x 50 ft | 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, kitchen | $219,900 |
The prices include factory-completed electrical, mechanical and plumbing work and standard finishes. Site and foundation work, permit fees and delivery are separate. Delivery costs $5 per mile for homes, and heating and cooling are an additional cost.
Our modules are robotically printed from a material that is more than 60% recycled plastic, or built with light-gauge steel, which costs the same and is recommended for larger homes and for projects in high fire hazard severity zones. The modules are designed for wind speeds of up to 150 mph and for snow loads under the ASCE 7-10 standard, and our ADUs carry a ten-year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.
For permanent homes, we take care of the building permit for the factory-built unit, while the owner handles permits for the foundation, grading, drainage and utilities. Depending on location, an ADU or home can be delivered within 90 to 120 days.
How to Compare Double-Wide Quotes
- Code: confirm whether the home is built to the HUD code or the state building code.
- Included items: check whether delivery, setting, the foundation and finishing work are in the price.
- Zoning: confirm that your lot allows the type of home you are buying.
- Financing: loan options can differ between manufactured and modular homes.
Single-Wide vs. Double-Wide
The Census data shows how much the second section adds. Between January and May 2026, new double-section manufactured homes averaged $160,100 to $166,600, while single-section homes averaged $82,200 to $90,700. A double-section home costs roughly twice as much, and in return it offers a wider floor plan, more room for separate bedrooms and a layout closer to a conventional house.
Width also affects delivery and setup. Each section travels separately, so a double-wide home needs room on the site for two deliveries and space to join the sections. Narrow roads, tight turns or steep driveways can add to the setup cost.
Timeline for a Factory-Built Double-Wide
Factory-built homes are built while the site is prepared, which can shorten the overall schedule. For our ADUs and homes, the process starts with a site plan, typically two to four weeks, followed by local approval, which can take 8 to 24 weeks. Fabrication then takes four to six weeks, and delivery and installation about one week. Where approval is quick, an ADU or home can be delivered within 90 to 120 days.
Financing a Double-Wide Home
How a double-wide is financed depends largely on whether it is a manufactured or a modular home, and on whether it sits on land you own.
Manufactured Homes Financed as Personal Property
When the home is not permanently attached to land you own, it is often financed as personal property rather than with a traditional mortgage. The loan is then secured by the home alone, without the land.
Manufactured Homes on Owned Land
When the home is placed on a permanent foundation on your own land, mortgage options may be available, depending on the lender and local rules. In that case the home and the land can be financed together.
Modular Homes
Because they are built to the state building code and set on a permanent foundation, modular homes are usually financed like site-built homes, often with a construction loan that converts to a mortgage once the home is finished.
Loan terms, down payments and interest rates can differ between these options. At Azure, you can start with a fully refundable $250 deposit, and financing is available through our partner, Acorn Finance.
Conclusion
New double-section manufactured homes averaged $160,100 to $166,600 a month between January and May 2026, according to the Census Bureau. Double-wide modular homes have no national average and depend more on the builder, local code and site work.
Our two-module-wide Homes & ADUs start at $89,900 for 360 square feet and go up to $219,900 for the 900-square-foot A-900. Contact us to get a full estimate for your lot.
