How Idaho Handles Manufactured Home Titles
In Idaho, the Idaho Transportation Department — Division of Motor Vehicles (Idaho DMV) is responsible for issuing and transferring manufactured home titles. Idaho processes manufactured home titles through county assessor offices acting as agents for the Idaho Transportation Department. This means you file locally at your county assessor's office — not at a state DMV branch. Each of Idaho's 44 counties has its own assessor office.
Before filing anything, call Idaho DMV at (208) 334-8773 and describe your situation. Their staff can confirm which current form version you need and whether your documents are complete — a 10-minute call that prevents weeks of delay from a rejected submission.
Required Forms
| Form | Purpose |
|---|---|
| ITD 3367 | Application for Certificate of Title — manufactured homes |
| ITD 3726 | Lien Release / Holder's Statement |
| Lien Release (lender form) | Required if a lender is listed on the current title — must be obtained from the lender and submitted with the transfer |
| Heirship / Small Estate Affidavit | Used when transferring after the owner’s death if the estate qualifies under Idaho’s small estate threshold |
Step-by-Step: Standard Sale Transfer
- Obtain the current title from the seller — The seller’s name on the title must match their government-issued ID exactly. Check for any lienholder listed on the front of the title document.
- Have the seller sign the title assignment section — The seller signs the back of the title in the designated assignment area. If two names appear on the title, both must sign unless the title specifies survivorship rights (e.g., “or” vs. “and”).
- Resolve any liens — If a lender is listed, obtain a signed lien release before filing. Idaho DMV will not issue a clean title while an active lien is recorded.
- Complete the transfer application (ITD 3367) — Fill in all required fields. Download the current version from the agency’s official website on the day you file — forms change periodically.
- Submit to Idaho DMV — File in person at the appropriate office or by mail. Include all forms, the original signed title, and payment.
- Receive new title — Idaho DMV issues a new title in the buyer’s name. Store it securely — replacement titles take additional time and fees.
Fee Schedule (2025)
| Transaction Type | Estimated Fee |
|---|---|
| Standard title transfer (sale) | $14 title fee |
| Duplicate / replacement title | Typically $10–$50 |
| Estate / heirship transfer | Same as standard transfer fee |
| Lien filing (new lender) | $2–$15 |
| Estimated total | $40–$100 |
Always confirm current fees with Idaho DMV at (208) 334-8773 before filing — fee schedules change.
Timeline in Idaho
In-person at county assessor motor vehicle offices: 1–3 business days. Mail to ITD: 2–4 weeks.
Documents Required for Every Transfer
- Current title document (original — not a photocopy)
- Completed ITD 3367 (downloaded from Idaho DMV website on day of filing)
- Government-issued photo ID for all signing parties
- Lien release from lender (if lienholder listed on title)
- Payment for fees
- For estate transfers: certified death certificate + signed heirship affidavit
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Idaho charges an annual manufactured home registration fee through the county assessor, separate from the title. Current-year registration must be up to date before a title transfer is processed.
Yes. Idaho allows conversion through a process called 'conversion to real property' filed with the county recorder. The title is surrendered to ITD and an Affidavit of Affixture is recorded. Contact your county recorder for current requirements.
Never pay in full for a home with an active lien without a formal arrangement to clear it. The safest approach is to use an escrow: the seller's loan is paid off from the purchase price at closing, the lender releases the lien simultaneously, and only then does the title transfer to you. Contact Idaho DMV at (208) 334-8773 to confirm the lien status using the home's serial number before committing to any purchase.
File a duplicate title application with Idaho DMV using form ITD 3367 or the state's specific duplicate title form. You will need the home's serial number (found on the HUD data plate inside a cabinet or on the steel chassis frame), your photo ID, and payment of the duplicate fee. If there is a lienholder on the title, most states send the duplicate to the lienholder unless they provide written consent for you to receive it.
Related: After-Death Transfers · Lien Release Guide · Lost Title · Path Finder Tool