Looking for a modular home builder in Chelsea, IA? Describe your project once and up to three modular home builders who work in Chelsea and Tama County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Chelsea is home to about 207 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a shrinking community (−3.7% since 2020). With 204 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. Rural lots and replacements of older homes here are good fits for modular construction.
Chelsea at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 207 (−3.7% since 2020)
- Rank in Iowa
- 654th of 940 cities and towns
- Land area
- 1.0 sq mi
- Population density
- 204 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- City (Chelsea city)
- Main county
- Tama County
What to check before hiring in Chelsea
- Code: in Iowa, modular homes are built to the state or local building code.
- Site work: foundation, utilities, crane access and finishes must be in the quote.
- Access: delivery trucks and cranes need road and lot access.
- Price drivers: size, finishes, transport distance and site work.
Useful official resources
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Modular Home Builders Association
Official information and guidance.
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ICC: International Code Council
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Chelsea
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Modular home
Factory-built modular home delivered and set on a site-built foundation, with finish work.
Frequently asked questions in Chelsea
How much does a modular home cost in Chelsea, IA?
It depends on size, finishes, transport and site work. Describe your project: builders who serve Chelsea reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
Often a few months from order to move-in.
Can I customize the design?
Most modular builders offer customizable plans.
Which modular home builders will contact me?
Up to three independent modular home builders who serve Chelsea and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.