Listing Manufactured Homes On Northstar MLS
Posted by Thursday, July 24, 2008 on the NorthstarMLS for Agents to get up to speed with putting manufactured houses (trailer homes) into the Minnesota MLS.
The recent addition of the “Manufactured Home Yes/No” field makes it easier to identify manufactured homes on the MLS. The following Q & A is a quick guide for agents listing manufactured homes:
What defines a home as “Manufactured” for the purpose of NorthstarMLS?
A manufactured home has a HUD ID number (for each section of the home). This is a serial number assigned by HUD that can be found on a metal plate affixed to the outside of the home (also listed on the Data Compliance Certificate). Manufactured homes are built entirely in the factory and constructed to HUD codes.
Should I identify a Modular Home as “Manufactured”?
For the “Manufactured Home Yes/No” field, select “No.” Modular homes are built to local, not HUD standards and therefore do not have a HUD ID number. If you wish, you may identify it as a Modular Home in the Remarks fields or supplements.
What if I am listing a Mobile Home?
Mobile homes are not allowed to be listed on NorthstarMLS. To be listed, a home must be permanently attached to the land. If you are listing a parcel of land that has a mobile home on it but no permanent structure, it must be listed under the Lots & Land property type.
