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A park model home (also called a park model RV or PMRV) is a factory-built dwelling of 400 square feet or less, constructed on a single steel chassis and built to the ANSI A119.5 standard for recreational park trailers. Park models look and feel like small site-built houses — full kitchens, real bathrooms, lofts, and porches — but are transportable and professionally delivered. They’re popular for vacation properties, RV resorts, rental cabins, guest houses, and downsized full-time living. In 2026, park model homes typically cost $42,899 to about $90,000 depending on size, layout, and finishes. Sizes usually range from compact 399 sq ft single-bedroom models up to roomier ~765 sq ft two-bedroom layouts.
What is a park model home?
A park model home — officially a park model RV (PMRV) — is a factory-built dwelling constructed on a single steel chassis and finished to look and live like a small site-built house. Under the ANSI A119.5 standard, a true park model is 400 square feet or less of living space, though manufacturers also build larger park-model-style homes up to about 760 square feet for buyers who want more room with the same lifestyle.
Park models bridge the gap between an RV and a manufactured home. Like an RV, they are transportable and titled as recreational vehicles; like a house, they have residential-grade kitchens, full bathrooms, real bedrooms, lofts, and covered porches. That combination is why they have become the go-to choice for vacation lots, resort living, rentals, and downsized full-time homes.
Park model home sizes & floor plans
Park model floor plans are designed to make every square foot count. Most fall into a few size tiers:
| Model | Size | Layout | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Burton | 399 sq ft | Compact single-level | 1 BR |
| The Scottsdale | 640 sq ft | Single-level | 1 BR |
| The Dallas | 758 sq ft | Open-plan | 1 BR |
| The Bliss | 765 sq ft | Two-bedroom | 2 BR |
Compact 399 sq ft models like The Burton and The Hayden are perfect for a vacation cabin or guest house, while roomier ~760 sq ft layouts like The Bliss add a second bedroom for families or full-time living. Many plans use a loft to add sleeping space without enlarging the footprint.
Park model home prices in 2026
In 2026, park model homes typically cost $42,899 to about $90,000, depending on size, layout, and finish level. Our park model RVs start at $42,899 for a finished 399 sq ft home and run to roughly $70,000 for the largest two-bedroom plans — all delivered with cabinetry, appliances, flooring, and fixtures included.
| Model | Size | Beds | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Burton | 399 sq ft | 1 BR | $42,899 |
| The Scottsdale | 640 sq ft | 1 BR | $54,899 |
| The Dallas | 758 sq ft | 1 BR | $60,899 |
| The Bliss | 765 sq ft | 2 BR | $69,899 |
See the complete lineup and compare layouts on our prices by type page, or browse every park model RV we carry.
What are park model homes used for?
Park models are one of the most versatile homes you can buy. The most popular uses:
- Vacation & lake/cabin properties. A finished getaway you can place on your own lot.
- RV resort & 55+ community living. Purpose-built communities welcome park model RVs.
- Rental income. Short-term and long-term rental cabins with strong nightly rates.
- Guest house or backyard ADU. Extra space for family, where local zoning allows.
- Downsized full-time living. A low-maintenance, lower-cost primary home.
Where can you put a park model home?
Because a park model is titled as a recreational vehicle, where you can place one depends on local zoning and the home’s intended use:
- RV parks & park model communities. The easiest and most common placement, with full hookups.
- Private land. Many counties allow a park model as a seasonal home, guest house, or ADU — confirm local zoning and occupancy rules first.
- Resorts & campgrounds. Ideal for vacation and seasonal use.
Setup is handled for you: the home is delivered on a transport trailer, leveled, and set, then connected to water, power, and sewer or septic. We deliver nationwide. See how delivery works.
Buying a park model home
Ready to buy a park model home? The process is simple: choose a floor plan, confirm placement and hookups for your site, reserve the home and finalize your finishes, then we build, deliver, and set it.
Start by browsing prefab tiny homes for sale or our full park model RV lineup — every home shows a real price, real photos, and complete specs.
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