How to Sell Mobile Home by Owner

Published on April 3rd, 2023

Selling a mobile home is not easy, but it can be done successfully with persistence and diligence. If you're ready to sell your home and want to learn more about how to list your mobile home for sale as a private seller, we've got the answers.



Selling a mobile estate on wheels isn't always easy, but there are plenty of ways to get started with selling your property. Follow this guide, and you'll be well on your way!

Should You Sell Your Mobile Home?

The first thing you need to decide as a seller of a mobile home is to decide if now is the right time to sell. Here are some reasons why you would want to sell your mobile home:



• If you are tired of your mobile home, or if you want to move to a new home.
• If you are planning to move to a new location.
• If you are moving out of state.
• Wanting to sell your mobile home for cash to cash buyers

Selling Your Mobile When You Own the Land Your Mobile Home Sits On Vs. a Mobile Home Park

If you own the land your mobile home sits on, you are a landlord and have more freedom to sell your property as a For Sale By Owner. You can sell your mobile home or manufactured home with owner financing, a traditional home loan, chattel loans, FHA loans with a down payment, a cash buyer, or another way.

If you live in a mobile home park, however, there are often restrictions placed on who can buy or sell their homes within that community. As a result of these limitations on ownership rights, many people opt to sell their mobile home as an FSBO (For Sale By Owner). The best thing you can do if this is your scenario is to talk to the park owner to see what the rules are for mobile homes in your park.

Hard but not impossible. As with any other real estate transaction, there are steps you can take to make the process easier.

One of the most important things to do is have your home appraised by an independent professional. This will give you an idea of how much money someone might offer for your property and ensure you list it for the right price when it hits the market.

You should also consider having professionals conduct a home inspection where they inspect both the interior and exterior of your manufactured home before putting it up for sale as well; this way, potential buyers will know exactly what kind of shape their investment is in before committing any money, and you can make any needed repairs to try to increase the value.



You should also consider having professionals inspect both the interior and exterior of your manufactured home before putting it up for sale as well; this way, potential buyers will know exactly what kind of shape their investment is in before committing any money.

Mobile Home Marketing Tips for Mobile Homeowners

In order to sell your mobile home, you need to make sure that it's ready for sale. Here are some tips for preparing your mobile home:



• Clean up the yard and remove any clutter. It should look neat and tidy from the moment people pull up. This will help you get a higher price offer and sell your mobile home quickly.
• Take care of any repairs needed on the inside of the house--this includes fixing holes in walls, cleaning windowsills, adding a fresh coat of paint to the walls, fixing broken fixtures like faucets and lights (if possible), removing stains from carpeting if they're visible during showings.
• Gather all important documentation for the sale, like ownership documentation, leasing information, and anything else a new owner might need.
• Advertise!

Advertise your Mobile Home Sale Online to Reach the Right Buyer

To advertise your mobile home, you'll need to create an advertisement that catches the eye of potential buyers. Make sure your ad looks professional and includes all of the following:

• Post pictures of the mobile home online.
• Pictures of the neighborhood it's in (if applicable)
• A link to the website where more information about the property can be found
• Flyers and yard signs are a great way to get the word out about your mobile home. You can post them in local communities, at the neighborhood level, and on social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.



In addition to these standard advertising elements, consider adding contact information for interested buyers who want more details about purchasing or renting your mobile home.

Showings and Open Houses

If you decide to sell a mobile home yourself, then you will need to be prepared to schedule showings and organize an open house in order for your home to sell quickly. Here is what you can do to be prepared:



• Allow prospective buyers to visit your home and take a tour, if possible.
• Be prepared to answer questions about the property that the buyer asks for; an example of this would be the exact amount of square footage, any maintenance issues, if the property was a site built home, and if the home is a lot lease manufactured home.
• Be prepared to tell potential buyers about your lot lease, if applicable, the park, and the neighborhood.

Once you have a buyer interested in your mobile home, it's time to negotiate with them and their real estate agent. As with any negotiation, preparation is key. Know what your mobile or manufactured homes are worth and decide if you will be offering selling concessions for the real property or adding any personal property to the sale, like furniture.

Selling a mobile home is not easy, but it can be done successfully with persistence and diligence. You will need to be prepared to negotiate with buyers, deal with the home inspection process, deal with potential buyers and their realtors, market your mobile home, and more.

If you're looking to sell your mobile home, our advice is to be patient and keep trying. It may take some time before you find a buyer willing to pay what it's worth, but if you keep at it long enough, eventually, someone will come along.