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Cost Comparison: Our Model vs. Traditional Developers
Below, we compare our streamlined approach to typical real estate development costs, based on real quotes and industry data we've obtained.
Our in-house expertise, wholesale partnerships, and efficient use of manufactured homes allow us to complete projects at a significantly lower cost—maximizing profitability and delivering stronger average returns for our investors.
This cost advantage enables faster project completion, competitive pricing for quick sales, and higher returns—all while maintaining quality and affordability.
Vale Stone Group
Project Breakdown: 1-Acre Development in Buckeye, Arizona
This example illustrates our efficient, in-house process for a typical project—acquiring a 1-acre lot, installing a quality manufactured home, and preparing it for quick sale. All figures are 2026 estimates based on current market data in the Buckeye area.
Key Highlights
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Land Purchase: $50,000 (cash)
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Home: 1,400 sq ft manufactured home at wholesale pricing
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Total Development Cost (including land): $178,500 – $194,000
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Expected Sale Price: $400,000 – $450,000
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Strong Profit Potential: Enhanced by wholesale sourcing, in-house construction, and internal real estate handling
Cost Breakdown
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Item Estimated
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Land Purchase $50,000
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Manufactured Home (1,400 sq ft) $85,000
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Delivery & Transport $5,000 – $8,000
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Foundation & Setup $6,000 – $10,000
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Permits & Inspections $1,000 – $2,000
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Utilities Extension $2,500 – $6,000
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Fencing (full perimeter) $25,000
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Site Preparation & Finishing $4,000 – $8,000
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Listing & Selling$0 Handled by our in-house realtor
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Total $178,500 – $194,000
60-Day Project Timeline
Our vertically integrated model allows us to complete projects in approximately 60 days—far faster than traditional development timelines.
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Days 1–7: Close on land, conduct site survey and preparation, submit permits
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Days 8–15: Deliver home; begin foundation, utilities extension, and fencing (work performed concurrently)
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Days 16–30: Complete home setup and anchoring, finish utilities and fencing, begin interior work
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Days 31–45: Apply final upgrades, pass inspections, and pre-market to prospective buyers
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Days 46–60: List property (if needed), secure buyer, and close sale
This accelerated timeline, combined with our cost efficiencies, delivers faster returns to our investors while creating affordable, move-in-ready homes for buyers.
Market Insight: According to recent real estate data (Redfin, Zillow, and local listings as of early 2026), comparable homes in Buckeye, Arizona, are selling in the $350,000 – $450,000 range, supporting strong demand and profitability for well-executed projects like this.
Our Selling Strategy & Projected Profit: We target sales at the market average of $400,000 for quick turnover. After total costs of approximately $186,000 (midpoint estimate), this yields a project profit of around $214,000—driving an attractive return for our $100 contract investors.
Competitor Quote
Project Breakdown: 1-Acre Development in Buckeye, Arizona
Quote from local buckeye real-estate investor for a typical project—acquiring a 1-acre lot, installing a quality manufactured home, and preparing it for sale. All figures are 2026 estimates based on current market data in the Buckeye area.
Key Highlights
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Land Purchase: $50,000 (cash)
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Home: 1,400 sq ft manufactured home at retail pricing
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Total Development Cost (including land): $271,000 – $395,000
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Expected Sale Price: $400,000 – $450,000
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Profit Potential: Supported by market positioning and standard development practices
Cost Breakdown
Item Estimated
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Land Purchase $50,000 Cash
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Manufactured Home (1,400 sq ft) $140,000 – $200,000
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Delivery & Transport $8,000 – $15,000
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Foundation & Setup $10,000 – $20,000
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Permits & Inspections $3,000 – $8,000
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Utilities Extension $10,000 – $20,000
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Fencing (full perimeter) $20,000 – $35,000
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Site Preparation & Finishing $10,000 – $20,000
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Listing & Selling $20,000 – $27,000 Handled by external realtor (5-6% commission)
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Total $271,000 – $395,000
120-Day Project Timeline
Our established model allows us to complete projects in approximately 120 days—aligned with industry standards for development timelines.
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Days 1–15: Close on land, conduct site survey and preparation, submit permits
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Days 16–45: Deliver home; begin foundation, utilities extension, and fencing
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Days 46–75: Complete home setup and anchoring, finish utilities and fencing, begin interior work
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Days 76–105: Apply final upgrades, pass inspections, and market to prospective buyers
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Days 106–120: List property, secure buyer, and close sale
This timeline, combined with our development practices, aims to provide returns to stakeholders while creating move-in-ready homes for buyers.
Market Insight: According to recent real estate data (Redfin, Zillow, and local listings as of early 2026), comparable homes in Buckeye, Arizona, are selling in the $350,000 – $450,000 range, supporting strong demand and profitability for well-executed projects like this.
Our Selling Strategy & Projected Profit: We target sales at the market average of $400,000 for turnover. After total costs of approximately $333,000 (midpoint estimate), this yields a project profit of around $67,000
Why Vale Stone Group is Cheaper, Quicker, and More Efficient
Vale Stone Group delivers superior results through a fully integrated, in-house model that eliminates common industry bottlenecks and markups.
Cheaper
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Wholesale home sourcing saves $55,000–$115,000 per home compared to retail pricing.
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In-house construction crews — our dedicated teams handle foundation, utilities, setup, and finishing at significantly lower costs (e.g., utilities ~70% less, site prep ~60% less).
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No external realtor commissions — we save $20,000–$27,000 per project with our in-house realtor.
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Cash purchases for land and materials avoid financing delays and fees.
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Result: Total costs of $178,500–$194,000 vs. typical $271,000–$395,000 — savings of over $90,000–$200,000 per project, yielding ~$214,000 profit at a $400,000 sale (vs. ~$67,000 for competitors).
Quicker
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Cash transactions and strong wholesale connections allow rapid land closing and immediate home delivery.
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Dedicated in-house crews prioritize our projects as their main focus, enabling concurrent tasks (e.g., foundation, utilities, and fencing simultaneously).
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Pre-marketing — our in-house realtor lists and often secures buyers before completion.
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Result: Projects completed in ~60 days vs. the industry standard 120 days — twice as fast, meaning faster capital turnover and quicker returns for investors.
In short, by controlling every step with experienced in-house teams, cash funding, and exclusive wholesale partnerships, Vale Stone Group builds high-quality homes at lower cost, in half the time, and with substantially higher profitability — delivering better value for investors and affordable housing for buyers.