How Long Before a Mobile Home Park Can Evict You in Central Texas?

If you’re behind on lot rent and starting to get notices from your mobile home park, you’re probably feeling stressed — maybe even panicked.

You might be asking:

• How much time do I actually have?
• Can the park take my home?
• Do I have any options?
• Can I sell before they evict me?

If you own a mobile home in a Texas park and you’re behind on lot rent, it’s important to understand how the eviction process works — and what you can do before things get worse.

Let’s break it down clearly.

First: Can a Mobile Home Park Evict You in Central Texas?

Yes — but only through a legal process.

In Texas, mobile home parks cannot just “kick you out” overnight. Even if you’re behind on lot rent, there is a formal eviction procedure they must follow.

That said, parks do move quickly once rent becomes seriously delinquent.

The key factor is how far behind you are and whether you respond to notices.

Step 1: Notice to Vacate (Usually 3 Days)

In most Texas eviction cases, the process starts with a Notice to Vacate.

For nonpayment of rent, parks typically issue a written notice giving you at least 3 days to pay or move out (unless your lease specifies a longer period).

If you can pay the past-due amount within that notice window, the eviction may stop.

If not, the park can file an eviction lawsuit (called a forcible detainer suit) in Justice Court.

Important:
Even if you can’t pay everything, communicating with management can sometimes buy time.

Ignoring the notice never helps.

Step 2: Court Filing & Hearing (About 1–3 Weeks Later)

If the balance isn’t resolved, the park files with the local Justice Court.

You’ll receive notice of a hearing date, typically within 1 to 3 weeks.

At the hearing, a judge will decide whether the park has the legal right to evict you.

If the judge rules in the park’s favor, they will issue a judgment for possession.

You usually have 5 days to appeal.

If you don’t appeal, the park can request a Writ of Possession.

Step 3: Writ of Possession (Final Removal Stage)

Once the Writ of Possession is issued, a constable can post a 24-hour notice before physically removing you from the property.

At that point, you can be locked out.

This entire process — from first notice to lockout — can happen in as little as 3–5 weeks, depending on the situation and court schedule.

That’s why acting early is critical.

But Here’s the Part Most People Don’t Understand…

Even if you’re evicted from the lot, the park does not automatically own your mobile home.

You still own the structure — unless certain legal steps occur afterward.

However…

If the home cannot be moved, or you don’t have the money to relocate it, you may be stuck with:

• Storage fees
• Removal costs
• Potential abandonment claims
• Damage to your credit

And if you owe significant back lot rent, the park may pursue collection.

That’s where many sellers feel trapped.

Can a Mobile Home Park Take Ownership of Your Home?

Not automatically.

However, Texas law does allow parks to pursue abandonment claims if:

• You vacate the lot
• You leave the home behind
• You don’t respond to notices

If a court declares the home abandoned, ownership may eventually transfer.

That’s why letting the process run its course without a plan can be financially damaging.

What If My Mobile Home Can’t Be Moved?

This is very common, especially with:

• Pre-1995 homes
• Older single-wides
• Units with structural issues
• Homes that parks won’t allow to be relocated

If the home cannot legally or physically be moved, your options shrink quickly once eviction starts.

This is why selling before final judgment is often the cleanest solution.

Related Article: The Real Cost of Moving a Mobile Home in Central Texas

Can You Sell a Mobile Home Before Eviction in Texas?

Yes — and in many cases, this is the smartest move.

Even after receiving a Notice to Vacate or court date, you can often:

• Sell the home
• Transfer title
• Work with park management
• Stop the eviction process

The key is speed and communication.

If a buyer can:

• Bring the lot rent current
• Meet park approval requirements
• Close quickly

The park may dismiss the eviction.

Every park operates differently, but many prefer a resolved balance and approved buyer over a drawn-out legal battle.

Why Waiting Makes Things Worse

Here’s what typically happens when sellers wait:

Week 1–2: Stress but in denial
Week 3–4: Court filing
Week 5+: Judgment + Writ
After that: Very little leverage left

The earlier you act, the more negotiating power you have.

Once a writ is issued, flexibility drops significantly.

What Are Your Real Options If You’re Behind?

If you’re behind on lot rent in Texas, you usually have 4 realistic options:

1. Pay the balance and stay
2. Negotiate a payment plan with the park
3. Move the home (if allowed and feasible)
4. Sell the home before eviction is finalized

For many older mobile homes in parks, selling quickly is the least stressful path.

Especially if:

• The home can’t be financed traditionally
• Repairs are needed
• The park has strict approval rules
• You don’t want court involvement

How We Help Sellers in This Situation

We work specifically with mobile home owners in Central Texas parks who are:

• Behind on lot rent
• Facing eviction notices
• Owning older homes
• Unsure about title paperwork
• Dealing with park approval issues

Because we understand how park processes work, we can often:

• Communicate directly with park management
• Evaluate whether the home can remain in place
• Move quickly to prevent further escalation
• Provide a clear timeline and next steps

There’s no pressure. Just clarity.

And if selling isn’t the best option, we’ll tell you that too.

The Bottom Line

If you’re asking how long before a mobile home park can evict you in Texas, it likely means things are already stressful.

The process can move faster than most people expect — sometimes within 30 days from first notice.

But you still have options.

The key is acting before the final stages of eviction.

If you’d like to understand what your home is worth or whether selling before eviction makes sense, reach out for a conversation.

No obligation. No pressure.

Just straightforward information so you can make the best decision for your situation. Call or text us at 512-481-7068, or fill out the form below.

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