“CrossMod®” comes from the combination of “crossover” and “modern.” Meaning, these homes blend the best of on-site and off-site built housing. What this means for you is that you benefit from the building efficiency of off-site construction as well as the foundational durability associated with on-site construction.

CrossMod® homes from Clayton are constructed in one of our state-of-the-art building facilities, just like a manufactured home, but they have additional features that make them look like a traditional site-built home. CrossMod® homes are then secured to a permanent foundation at the final home site, offering buyers the best of both construction methods.

What Are Some Benefits of a CrossMod® Home?

CrossMod® homes do have some of the same benefits traditionally associated with prefabricated homes, like a potentially faster construction time and greater options for affordability. However, the additional benefit is that these homes also have the potential to appreciate similarly to site-built homes.

How is this possible? Well, because the homes’ features meet certain requirements, appraisers are able to compare CrossMod® homes to site-built, which creates the potential for appreciation over time. A CrossMod® home can be a comparable investment to a traditional site-built home, since it can be eligible for conventional financing.

How Much Does a CrossMod® Home Cost?

The exact cost of any home varies depending on factors like its specific features and where it will be located, but CrossMod® homes currently start at around $200,000 in most markets, not including the cost of land. Considering the average price of new site-built homes with land is currently over $500,000, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, Clayton is excited to bring home buyers an option with both quality and attainability in mind.

What Are Some Potential Financing Options?

You should always reach out to a lender for specific financing questions, but here are a few resources about possible financing options for these homes. These resources from Fannie Mae® and Freddie Mac® can give you more information on conventional mortgage loan financing programs specifically created for CrossMod® homes that have these specific features.

What Kind of Features Do CrossMod® Homes Have?

First, CrossMod® homes are permanently placed on the foundation once they arrive at the final home site. In addition, here are some of the key interior and exterior features that distinguish a CrossMod® home:

• Covered porch, carport or garage
• Enhanced cabinets
• Drywall interior
• Energy efficient standards and features
• Elevated roof pitch
• A permanent foundation

Where Can I Get More Information About a CrossMod® Home?

As you can see, this new category of manufactured homes is a great blend of the benefits of both off-site and on-site building, from the look and the features to the financing options. If you have more questions about CrossMod® homes, you can always contact us to chat about potential opportunities that are available in your area. We've also created an entire website dedicated to all things CrossMod®, complete with floor plans, informational videos and more.

CrossMod® is a registered trademark of the Manufactured Housing Institute. Fannie Mae is the registered trademark of the Federal National Mortgage Association and Freddie Mac is the registered trademark of the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation.