Real estate buyers are exploring asset types that offer stability, consistent returns, and long-term value. With interest rates still elevated and capital markets in flux, many are looking for investments that are less reactive to short-term swings.
Two property types gaining steady momentum in 2025 are mobile housing communities and RV parks. While these sectors aren’t new, they’re earning renewed attention for their strong performance, resilient tenant bases, and alignment with long-term demographic and economic trends.
Understanding the Asset Types
Mobile home communities and RV parks may look different at first glance – one serves residents in homes for longer-term stays, the other in vehicles for the short term – but both follow a similar model. Residents lease the land while bringing their own home or RV, and operators focus on managing the land and infrastructure. That shared structure is what connects them as an asset class, even though the day-to-day use and resident profiles vary.
What’s Fueling Investor Interest?
Affordability
Mobile home and RV living offer some of the lowest-cost housing options available today, and that affordability drives consistent demand. For investors, this means access to a deep and resilient tenant base. Even in shifting economic conditions, these properties tend to stay occupied, making them a stable, income-producing asset.
Revenue Trends
RV park revenue is climbing steadily, with projections rising from $38.9 billion in 2022 to $56.1 billion by 2030. For investors focused on long-term income, this expected growth stands out.
Operational Simplicity
Because residents typically own their homes or RVs, operators avoid many of the maintenance responsibilities associated with traditional rentals. This contributes to lower operating costs and more predictable cash flow.
Shifting Consumer Preferences and Evolving Housing Demands
Demand is being driven by multiple demographic and lifestyle trends:
- Many retirees are opting for mobile home communities that offer simplicity, stability, and affordability.
- Some younger residents are drawn to RV living for its flexibility and lower cost of entry.
- Population growth in the Sunbelt and secondary markets continues to fuel demand for manufactured housing.
- With traditional housing becoming increasingly out of reach in many areas, mobile homes and RV parks are meeting the need for more accessible housing options.
These evolving dynamics are helping to sustain and grow interest in both mobile housing and RV parks.
Key Considerations For Investors
Like any property type, mobile home and RV parks come with operational and regulatory nuances:
- Zoning and land use requirements vary across markets
- RV parks with short-term stays may require more active management
- Older communities may need infrastructure upgrades and capital investment
What We’re Seeing in 2025 and Beyond
Investor interest continues to grow, and the space is active and expanding. Some investors are acquiring stabilized properties with strong tenant bases. Others are repositioning older communities for improved performance.
We’ve seen various factors play out across countless deals, and you don’t have to figure it out alone. We’re here to share what we’ve learned and help you make the right call.
Connect with a SIG advisor to learn how our specialized team can help you evaluate whether a mobile home park or RV park opportunity fits your investment goals.
