Modular Home Cost (2026)

By the Home Building Cost Calculator team · Updated November 2026

A modular home costs about $80 to $160 per sq ft installed in 2026, with an average around $240,000 and a typical range of $160,000 to $320,000. The factory-built modules themselves cost $50 to $100 per sq ft; delivery, the crane set, the foundation and finishing make up the rest.

How much does a modular home cost by size?

SizeModules only ($50–$100/sq ft)Installed ($80–$160/sq ft)
1,000 sq ft$50,000–$100,000$80,000–$160,000
1,500 sq ft$75,000–$150,000$120,000–$240,000
2,000 sq ft$100,000–$200,000$160,000–$320,000
2,500 sq ft$125,000–$250,000$200,000–$400,000

What costs are on top of the modules?

ItemTypical cost
Delivery$3,000–$8,000
Crane and set$10,000–$35,000
Slab foundation$6,000–$12,000
Crawlspace foundation$10,000–$18,000
Basement foundation$18,000–$30,000+
Button-up, utilities, site work, permitsvaries by site

How long does a modular home take?

Amerisave puts a typical modular build at 3 to 6 months. That compares with an average of 7.6 months from start to completion for site-built single-family homes in 2024, according to Census data analysed by NAHB. The factory can build the modules while the site and foundation are prepared, which is where most of the time is saved.

Is modular cheaper than stick-built?

Usually by 10% to 20%. See modular vs stick-built for the full comparison.

Frequently asked questions

Can you get a mortgage on a modular home?

Yes. Modular homes are built to the same state and local codes as site-built homes, so they are usually financed with a construction loan and then a standard mortgage. They are not the same as manufactured homes, which are built to the federal HUD Code.

Do modular homes appraise well?

They are generally appraised like comparable site-built homes in the same area.

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