For individuals looking to build a Mediterranean-inspired home but still wanting to take advantage of the efficiency of prefab and modular construction, you may be happy to know that there are a number of companies that offer Mediterranean-style prefab homes. Below, we have highlighted some of the best prefab and modular Mediterranean homes, in order to help you in your search. Additionally, we have answered some of the most common questions about building a prefab home, particularly around cost, timeline, and key terms. If you would like assistance building your own prefab Mediterranean, speak with a member of our prefab concierge team.

Understanding Prefab and Modular Mediterraneans

What is a prefab Mediterranean house? What is a modular Mediterranean house? And what’s the difference between the two?

A Mediterranean-style house is characterized by design elements such as stucco exteriors, arched windows and doors, and most iconically, red tile roofs. Technically speaking, a prefab Mediterranean refers to any Mediterranean-style home that is built using prefabricated construction techniques. This includes modular construction, kit home building, panelized home construction, and manufactured construction. 

Modular Mediterraneans are a subset of prefab construction where box-like module(s) are built off-site, shipped, then set, and finished at the final build site. So, there is very little difference between the two as both will have the design elements of a Mediterranean.

How much does a prefab Mediterranean home cost?

The Mediterraneans included in our list have turn-key costs ranging from $294,000 to $890,000. These estimates are based on the all-in costs to build each home, not including land. It is worth noting that there are both more affordable and higher-end, fully-custom prefab Mediterraneans beyond those that are included on our list, depending on your budget and preferences.

To determine what it will cost for your own prefab Mediterranean, there are a number of factors to consider:

• Land

• Permitting fees

• Site preparation - site assessment, excavation, utilities, foundation

• Home cost - modules, panels, kit components from the builder

• Delivery - many prefab companies serve large areas of the U.S., if not the whole country. It is worth inquiring if they have regional manufacturing facilities or if they ship materials from their headquarters, in which case, long-distance shipping costs can add-up

• Installation/set - setting modules on a foundation & tying them together, or the assembly of the materials kit or panels

• Finishes - depending on the company and your project’s needs, some modular homes can be delivered in a highly-finished state (around 90% complete). This means homes can arrive on-site complete with flooring, cabinetry, electrical, and plumbing; this requires little on-site work for the home to be move-in ready. Kit homes and panelized homes require significantly more on-site work to assemble and finish, increasing the local cost section of your budget

How long does it take to build a prefab or modular Mediterranean?

Like other styles of prefab and modular homes, a prefab Mediterranean can often be built quicker than a site-built home. While the exact timeline of your project will be determined by the length of the design/engineering process, permitting approvals, off-site build times, and on-site assembly & finishing, it is our experience that a prefab Mediterranean can be move-in ready anywhere between 9-16 months. If you are in a hurry, however, there are some companies (particularly for tiny homes and ADUs) that list build times as short as 3 - 4 months.

Prefab and Modular Mediterraneans For Sale

HCH 2021 by Hybridcore Homes

The HCH 2021 by Hybridcore Homes is a 1,059 square foot cottage that is built using pre-constructed home modules. With 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, the HCH 2021 is a thinner home that would be a good fit for narrow lots. Hybridcore Homes’ spanish-stye house has interesting features such as a stucco exterior, terracotta roof shingles, and a master suite. 

Hybridcore Homes is based in Santa Rosa, California, and can work with buyers throughout California, with the option for turn-key building services in the Northern San Francisco Bay Area. Although regional cost differences will affect the cost of building a HCH 2021, we estimate that buyers in mid to high-cost areas can expect to pay $465,000 to build the HCH 2021 Mediterranean by Hybridcore Homes, not including land. 

David by PrefabADU

The David by PrefabADU is a 640 square foot cottage that is built using modular construction. With 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, the David is designed to be used as an ADU. As such, PrefabADU is able to modify the exterior to match the primary home, including Mediterranean styles. PrefabADU’s home has interesting features such as an open living area and options for either standard or Spanish Stucco exteriors. 

PrefabADU is based in Fairfield, California, and can work with buyers throughout California. Although regional cost differences will affect the cost of building a David, we estimate that buyers in mid to high-cost areas can expect to pay $294,000 to build the David ADU by PrefabADU, not including land.

Green Hill Residence by Sunlight Homes

The Green Hill Residence by Sunlight Homes is a 2,504 square foot cottage that is built using SIPs. With 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, the Green Hill Residence is a custom home that can be used as inspiration for your own custom Mediterranean prefab home. Sunlight Homes project has interesting features such as a stucco exterior, multiple decks, an open living area, and a large master suite. 

Sunlight Homes is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and works with buyers throughout the entire United States. Although regional cost differences will affect the cost of building a home similar to the Green Hill Residence, we estimate that buyers in mid to high-cost areas can expect to pay $890,000 to build a Mediterranean home like the Green Hill Residence.

Key Takeaways of Building a Prefab or Modular Mediterranean Home

• Just like site-built Mediterraneans, prefab and modular Mediterranean homes are characterized by stucco exteriors, arched windows and doors, and most iconically, red tile roofs

• As with most types of residential construction, the turn-key cost of your Mediterranean home will be heavily influenced by several factors: location & local labor cost, standard vs. custom, site work costs, and degree of finishes. That being said, buyers with mid to high-end costs can expect turn-key pricing from $400 - $600 per square foot, while low-end costs can range from $200 - $400 per square foot

• Similar to cost, the timeframe to build your Mediterranean-inspired home will be largely determined by factors like permitting time, standard vs. custom, and whether or not your selected company has a backlog of orders. While some modular homes can be built in as little as a few weeks, the entire process: from the time you put your deposit down until your house is move-in ready is often between 9 - 16 months

• There are a number of builders that sell prefab and modular Mediterranean homes including Hybridcore Homes, PrefabADU, and Sunlight Homes

Additional Information for Building Prefab and Modular Homes in the United States

• Reviews of Prefab and Modular Home Builders in the United States

• Understand the Financing Process for Building a Prefab Home

• Find Prefab and Modular Companies That Build in Your City & State