In deciding the property type to report, If it is indicated on the appraisal that the property is manufactured housing, wouldn't we report it as a 2 (Manufactured Housing) on our HMDA report

Just checking. Is this a Purchase?

not in all cases, some were refinances. Does it make a difference?

I don't think it makes a difference. If the appraisal states it was a manufactured home, I would report it as such.

Just getting some background.
Yes. I'd report it as a manufactured. The only time, I can think of, is when you are dealing with multiple properties (buying prop A, but securing with Prop B).