A Step Toward Fairness and Affordability Protecting Oregon’s Manufactured Home Residents: A Step Toward Fairness and Stability As the cost of housing continues to rise, thousands of Oregon residents living in manufactured home parks are feeling the squeeze—especially those on fixed incomes. With more than 140,000 manufactured homes statewide, and over 62,000 located in privately […]
Unlocking Equity and Embracing Simpler Living: Why 55+ Manufactured Home Communities on the Oregon Coast Are the Ideal Choice for “Property‑Rich, Cash‑Challenged” Seniors As brokers specializing in manufactured homes along the Oregon Coast, we’ve seen a clear pattern among homeowners aged 55 and up: decades of equity growth in their site‑built residences have left them […]
🏡 April 2025 Housing Market: A Shift Toward Buyer Favorability The U.S. housing market in April 2025 exhibited signs of transitioning from a seller’s to a buyer’s market, influenced by elevated mortgage rates, rising home prices, and increased inventory 📉 Decline in Pending Home Sales Pending home sales, indicative of future closed transactions, experienced a […]
A New Era in Manufactured Home Living The team at Pacific Coast Homes quickly identified a niche in the market, noting that manufactured home sales were often overlooked. Initially, many realtors hesitated to list or sell these homes due to their lower price points and resultant smaller commissions. However, as home quality advanced under HUD […]
💼 As the work-from-home trend grows, many self-employed individuals living in manufactured home communities are asking a smart question: Can I deduct part of my space rent if I run a business from my home? The answer: Yes, in many cases you can. 🏡 What Is Space Rent? In most manufactured home communities, residents own their […]
Surfside Community in Nye Beach Becomes Resident-Owned — A Huge Win for Community Stability At Pacific Coast Homes, we are thrilled to celebrate the inspiring news that the residents of Surfside Village—located in the heart of Newport’s historic Nye Beach district—have officially become owners of their community through a cooperative purchase. Over the years, we’ve […]
Empowering Oregon Park & Marina Residents OSTA (Oregon State Tenants Association) has been a support network for park and marina residents since 1977. If you own a home in Oregon but rent the space or slip where your home is located, OSTA is here to provide you with information about your rights and advocate for […]
Understanding the Differences: Mobile Homes, Manufactured Homes, and Modulars As the housing market evolves and affordability becomes a top concern for many Americans, especially older adults planning for retirement, alternative housing options are gaining attention — and with good reason. Among these, mobile homes, manufactured homes, and modular homes are often mentioned interchangeably, but they […]
Manufactured Home Community Fees Explained Resident Owner Fees (ROF) Welcome to Longview Hills, a premier 55+ gated manufactured home community where life is enriched by breathtaking ocean and forest views, and the soothing sound of the waves greets you daily. The Resident Owner Fee is your gateway to an exclusive lifestyle designed for active seniors […]
Regulation of Manufactured Home Brokers in Oregon In Oregon, individuals who list, sell, or market manufactured homes without accompanying land ownership must possess a Manufactured Structure Dealers (MSD) License, issued by the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services. This requirement specifically targets brokers who handle transactions involving manufactured homes situated in communities where the […]