What is the base TDHCA fee to transfer a mobile home title in Texas?

TDHCA filing fees start at $55 for a standard Statement of Ownership transfer. The exact fee depends on the type of transaction and how many liens or prior owners are involved.

Does a lien on the mobile home add to the cost?

Yes. Releasing an existing lien, and in some cases recording a new one, adds separate TDHCA processing fees on top of the base transfer fee.

Is it cheaper to do the title transfer myself instead of hiring help?

The TDHCA filing fee is the same whether you file it yourself or use a service. The service fee covers preparing the paperwork correctly the first time, which avoids costly rejections and resubmission delays.

How Much Does It Cost to Transfer a Mobile Home Title in Texas?

Transferring a mobile home title in Texas typically costs between $150 and $400 total — that figure covers the TDHCA state filing fee, notarization, and professional preparation of the paperwork. The exact amount depends on whether there's an existing lien, how many owners are involved, and whether you need a duplicate title first.

Here's exactly where that money goes.

TDHCA State Filing Fees

•Base Statement of Ownership transfer: filing fees start at $55

•Lien release or new lien recording: additional TDHCA fee on top of the base transfer

•Duplicate title (if the original is lost): separate fee before the transfer can even be filed

•Expedited processing: available in some cases for an added fee

These are the fees TDHCA itself charges — they apply no matter who files your paperwork.

Notarization Costs

Texas requires notarized signatures from both the buyer and seller on the Statement of Ownership application. A standalone notary visit typically runs $10–$25 per signature, though many title transfer services (including ours) include notarization in a flat package price.

Professional Service Fees

Hiring a title transfer service to prepare and file your application on your behalf typically adds $100–$250 to the total, depending on the complexity of your transaction (a straightforward sale costs less than a transfer involving a deceased owner, a lost title, or an out-of-state move).

What Makes the Total Cost Go Up

•A lien that hasn't been released — you'll need the lienholder's release letter before TDHCA will process anything

•A lost or damaged title — a duplicate Statement of Ownership must be issued first, adding a separate fee and several weeks

•A deceased owner — heir affidavits and probate documentation add complexity and, in some cases, attorney involvement

•Real property conversion — eliminating the personal property title to attach the home to land is a separate, more involved filing

Why an Upfront Quote Matters

Because the total cost depends on your specific situation, the safest way to avoid surprises is a clear quote before you start. Eleven Processing & Consulting LLC in Kyle, TX reviews your paperwork first and gives you one flat, all-in price — no add-on fees discovered halfway through.

For the complete step-by-step process, see our full mobile home title transfer guide for Texas.

Ready for an exact quote? Contact us or explore our manufactured home title transfer services in Kyle, TX.