Top 5 Most Popular New Manufactured Home Custom Options And Features Chosen By Homebuyers
It’s a fact: Today’s modern new manufactured home is at least equal or superior to a comparable site-built home in every respect, including construction quality, design, materials, safety, features and amenities and will cost the homebuyer up to 50% less.
Wait, there’s more: Most manufactured home producers offer a wide variety of models and floor plans that can be customized to meet the unique specific needs and desires of the home purchaser, such as handicap access, dual master bedroom suites, extra closets, special requirements and much more.
Having it your way: In addition to standard features, equipment and customization, manufacturers offer a wide array of optional upgrades in decor, appliances, fixtures, cabinetry, counter tops, floor coverings, windows, bathrooms, utility rooms, office space, family rooms, entertainment centers, fireplaces and much more. If you have a special request the manufacturer willmost likely be able to accommodate.
Research has shown kitchens and master bedroom baths are by far the most important rooms in the home for almost all manufactured home shoppers.
From dozens of reviews of recent customer manufactured home specification orders we have compiled the following list of the five most popular options chosen by manufactured home buyers. Some or all of the items are standard with some models and optional with other manufacturers.
Research has shown kitchens and master bedroom baths are by far the most important rooms in the home for almost all manufactured home shoppers.
(1). Upgraded Appliance Package: Manufactured home companies include all name brand kitchen appliances, including refrigerator, as a standard feature. Many home buyers choose to upgrade those appliances to include a deluxe range, dishwasher and side by side refrigerator in black or stainless steel.
(2). Luxury Master Baths and Bedroom Suites: Ensuite manufactured home baths are well known for their design and comfort. Popular upgrades include both an elongated or platform oval soaking tub and extra large shower. Dual sink vanities are a must for many home shoppers. Combining a luxury bath with a master bedroom retreat area is available with some floorplans.
(3). Office or Computer Space: Numerous floor plans have an office/study/computer room with double doors, usually adjacent to the living room. If the plan you love doesn’t include a designated space for an office, the manufacturer will often recreate one of the smaller bedrooms for that purpose.
(4). Fireplaces and Entertainment Media Centers: Today’s manufactured home buyers are increasingly attuned to the entertainment and technology features that are offered by producers of today’s modern state-of-the-art factory built home. Many are opting for a room or area of the home for casual private gatherings.
The resurgence of homes with family rooms or “great rooms” are becoming once again very popular. Manufactured home builders offer these floorplans with a myriad of options, including wood burning fireplaces and handcrafted entertainment centers to accommodate multiple media devices. Note: Wood-burning fireplaces and or media centers are also available in living rooms and master bedrooms.
(5.) Integrated Covered Porches: A popular recent trend in factory built housing is the floor plan inclusion of an integrated covered porch expanding inside-outside living space. The porch deck is an extension of the manufactured home floor with the covering a continuance of the roof line and railings matching home siding. The covered porch is often located with sliding glass door entrance to and from the kitchen/dining room and extending to the manufactured home main entry, ideal for indoor/outdoor casual dining and relaxation. Some manufacturers offer floor plans with covered porches extending family rooms and/or as a retreat from the master bedroom. The covered porch also adds distinctive residential style and elevation to the exterior of the home.
