As one of the states with the highest number of new manufactured homes built each year, it is no surprise that there are several quality options available for manufactured homes in Florida. In 2022 alone, almost 9,000 manufactured homes were built in Florida. To meet that demand, several Florida manufactured home builders have set up production facilities in the Sunshine State.

With 9 in-state production facilities and a network of over one hundred manufactured home dealers located in Florida, it is no surprise that choosing between mobile home manufacturers in Florida can be a difficult task. However, there are options for buyers across the state including areas like Jacksonville, Miami, and Tampa.

To help individuals research their options for Florida manufactured and mobile home builders, we have put together a list of some of the best brands in the state. For each company on our list, we have included a summary of their product and operations; a general cost estimate; and links to our manufacturer reviews, model list with costs, and information on their distributor network.

If you have specific questions about your project, consider working with our prefab concierge team, or continue reading below for our list of the best manufactured home builders in Florida.

Best Manufactured Home Builders in Florida

Jacobsen Homes - (Safety Harbor, FL)

Jacobsen Homes is a Florida-based manufactured home builder and one of the most prominent in the state. Their homes are built to meet both HUD and Florida-specific building codes, which require high-speed wind resistance and the ability to be constructed on pilings or stilts. Their homes are typically designed with traditional ranch-style architecture and range in size from 800 to 2,000 square feet.

Turn Key Cost Estimate for a Manufactured Home from Jacobsen Homes: $80 - $140 per square foot

Champion Home Builders - (Troy, MI)

Champion Home Builders is one of the largest builders of modular and manufactured homes in the U.S. and is part of the publicly traded Skyline Champion Organization. While they are headquartered in Michigan, they have 28+ manufacturing facilities across the US and over 20 retail partners in Florida. Their manufactured houses are built in a number of styles, including ranch and cape cod architecture. On the inside, homes can even include luxury features like fireplaces, kitchen islands, lofts, and walk-in pantries.

Turn Key Cost Estimate for a Manufactured Home from Champion Home Builders: $115 - $260 per square foot

For additional information, see our list of Champion Home Builders floor plans with cost information.

Clayton Homes - (Maryville, TN)

Clayton homes is another national-level manufactured home builder. While individuals are unable to create custom designs, they are able to personalize design elements of their home's interior and exterior. Clayton homes operates a number of branded retail centers throughout Florida that sell both Clayton-brand homes as well as houses from other manufacturers.

Turn Key Cost Estimate for a Manufactured Home from Clayton Homes: $100 - $200 per square foot

Deer Valley Homes - (Guin, Alabama)

Deer Valley Homes designs and manufactures several series of manufactured homes that are available for sale throughout the Southeastern U.S. This allows them to offer homes at a range of sizes (1,200 square feet - 3,000+ square feet) and price points. Their higher end homes come with upgraded design elements and finishes like Frigidaire appliances, solid surface countertops, and in some cases, fireplaces.

Turn Key Cost Estimate for a Manufactured Home from Deer Valley Homes: $107 - $128 per square foot

For additional information, see our list of Deer Valley Homes floor plans with cost information or our guide on where to buy a Deer Valley Homes manufactured house.

Destiny Homes - (Moultrie, Georgia)

Destiny Homes specializes in designing and building affordable manufactured homes. While they are unable to accommodate full-customization, buyers are able to choose from several interior and exterior customization options. It is worth noting that they are not as large of a manufacturer as some other builders in Florida and their Florida sales centers are largely focused in the northern half of the state.

Turn Key Cost Estimate for a Manufactured Home from Destiny Homes: $94 - $107 per square foot

For additional information, see our list of Destiny Homes floor plans with cost information or our guide on where to buy a Destiny Homes manufactured house.

Fleetwood Homes - Florida Manufactured Homes — Fleetwood Homes

Fleetwood Homes - (Dogulas, Georgia)

Fleetwood Homes is a large-scale manufactured home builder and a member of Cavco Industries. They have hundreds of floor plans available to choose from, though exact options may vary from retailer to retailer. Their primary specialty is on affordable, entry-level manufactured homes with some options for individual personalization. In order to purchase a home, individuals must work with one of their sales partners throughout the state.

Turn Key Cost Estimate for a Manufactured Home from Fleetwood Homes: $83 - $124 per square foot

For additional information, see our list of Fleetwood Homes floor plans with cost information or our guide on where to buy a Fleetwood Homes manufactured house.

Comparing Florida’s Manufactured Home Builders

		Jacobsen Homes	Champion Home Builders	Clayton Homes	Deer Valley Homes	Destiny Homes	Fleetwood Homes
Year Founded		1959	1953	1956	2004	1978	1950
# of Homes Built		50,000+	1,700,000+	100,000+	10,000	5,000	500,000+
# of Floor Plans		120+	2,000+	175+	93	22	209
Average Cost		$80 - $140+ per sqft	$115 - $260+ per sqft	$100 - $200+ per sqft	$107 - $128+ per sqft	$94 - $107+ per sqft	$83 - $124+ per sqft
# of In-State Retail Locations		50+	35+	5	9	12	23
Reviews	Yelp	No Reviews	1.5 Stars	No Reviews	No Reviews	No Reviews	No Reviews
Reviews	Google	No Reviews	4.1 Stars	No Reviews	3.7 Stars	2.8 Stars	3.5 Stars

*For additional information on each manufacturer, see our complete company review.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average cost of a manufactured home in Florida?

In 2021, a Census Bureau survey found the average cost of a manufactured home in Florida to be around $115,000. However, given recent price increases, this number is likely to be closer to $84,825 for a single wide and $156,000 for a double wide home in Florida in 2023.

When combined with added costs like site preparation, laying a foundation, shipping, and installation, the homes built by manufactured home builders on our list have turn-key costs in the range of $80 - $260 per square foot.

What is the difference between a manufactured home and a mobile home in Florida?

In terms of a home’s construction, there is no difference between a manufactured home in Florida and a mobile home in Florida. The only distinction is based on the date when they were built. According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the agency responsible for setting federal manufactured home building code, a factory-built home constructed to HUD standards before June 15, 1976 is considered a mobile home while a home built after that date is called a manufactured home.

What is the difference between a modular and a manufactured home in Florida?

Unlike the difference between manufactured homes and mobile homes, there is a substantive difference between manufactured homes and modular homes in Florida. While manufactured homes must abide by nationally-set building codes determined by the HUD, modular homes in Florida must abide by the same state, county, and local building codes as traditional, site-built homes. While for most individuals this doesn’t drastically change the end-product of a home, this distinction may impact the type of financing a home qualifies for as well as the homes’ value over time.

What are alternative options to working with the Florida manufactured home builders above?

While the manufactured home builders and brands listed above are some of the best in Florida, buyers considering their options for building a new home may want to consider other options. And while the option always exists to build a site-built home, individuals looking to take advantage of the benefits of prefab construction in Florida might want to consider building a modular home in Florida, container home in Florida, or even a tiny home in Florida.