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17 Biggest Home Builders In Kansas City (2025 Edition)
By Nick Massa · Published April 15, 2026 · Updated July 27, 2026 · 8 min read
Explore 17 of the biggest home builders in Kansas City for 2025. Compare pricing, top communities, and what makes each builder stand out.
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Builders with a Big Presence in Both Kansas & Missouri
Inspired Homes
{{bbk:builder-price-range:inspired-homes}}Key Features:
- Local builder and developer with 12+ years of experience
- In-house design center for a seamless build experience
- Offers the 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty (1-year workmanship, 2-year systems, 10-year structural)
- Energy-efficient construction with smart-home features included
Known For: maximizing square footage, style, and value—offering buyers some of the best price-per-square-foot options in Kansas City.
{{bbk:builder-communities:inspired-homes}}SAB Homes
{{bbk:builder-price-range:sab-homes}}Key Features:
- 35+ years of experience as a locally owned builder
- In-house design center with professional design guidance
- High-end finishes included as standard (tiled showers, designer carpet, under-cabinet lighting, and more)
- Customization available on both spec and build jobs (pending stage of construction)
- Offers a wide selection of award-winning floor plans
Known For: Delivering semi-custom homes with elevated finishes and thoughtful design details—often included as standard—at competitive price points around Kansas City.
{{bbk:builder-communities:sab-homes}}Property Tours:
SAB Barolo II
SAB Redbud II
SAB Riviera
Don Julian Builders
{{bbk:builder-price-range:don-julian-builders}}Key Features:
- 45+ years in business as a local builder and developer
- In-house architectural and design team
- Over 38 floor plans with full customization options
- Builds in Kansas City's top new home communities
Known For: iconic luxury homes with soaring ceilings, architectural detail, and a long-standing reputation as one of Kansas City's most respected builders and developers.
{{bbk:builder-communities:don-julian-builders}}Property Tours:
Don Julian Madison II
Don Julian Courtland Reverse
New Mark Homes
{{bbk:builder-price-range:new-mark-homes}}Key Features:
- Founded in 2005 with the help of Don Julian
- 37+ floor plans, including several award-winners
- In-house design studio for streamlined selections
- Builds in top-tier communities across Kansas City
Known For: Offering a wide range of popular 1.5-story and reverse floor plans—like the Timberland series—that combine architectural style, soaring ceilings, and flexible layouts at various price points in many of Kansas City's top communities.
{{bbk:builder-communities:new-mark-homes}}Summit Homes (Includes Clover & Hive)
{{bbk:builder-price-range:summit-homes}}Key Features:
- Kansas City's largest volume builder
- 3-tier design packages: Series 1 (budget-friendly), Series 2 (upscale finishes), Series 3 (luxury finishes)
- Focused on affordability, efficiency, and streamlined construction
- Extensive inventory of move-in-ready homes
Known For: Delivering move-in-ready homes at hard-to-find price points with stylish finishes and a simplified building process.
{{bbk:builder-communities:summit-homes}}Ashlar Homes
{{bbk:builder-price-range:ashlar-homes}}Key Features:
- Local builder and developer based out of Blue Springs
- 1% and 2% Earnest Money programs with preferred lender
- Design packages to match your budget: pre-selected, curated packages, or full design center access
Known For: Offering some of the most affordable new construction homes in Kansas City with low-down-payment options and straightforward design choices.
{{bbk:builder-communities:ashlar-homes}}Builders In Johnson County, KS
Rodrock Homes
{{bbk:builder-price-range:rodrock-homes}}Key Features:
- Builder and developer with over 35 years of experience
- Builds and develops in top school districts around Johnson County, KS
- Focuses on well-planned, amenity-rich communities with walking trails, pools, and parks
- Offers incentives like interest rate buydowns, basement finish promos, and more
Known For: Delivering spacious, thoughtfully designed homes in family-focused, master-planned communities—while offering flexible buyer incentives and building exclusively in top-tier school districts.
{{bbk:builder-communities:rodrock-homes}}Property Tours:
Parkside Reserve
J.S. Robinson Fine Homes
{{bbk:builder-price-range:j-s-robinson-fine-homes}}Key Features:
- Builder and developer with over 35 years of experience
- Extensive warranty program with 14-day, 60-day, and 11-month follow-ups
- Offers custom build jobs on infill, acreage, and subdivision lots
- Broad plan selection including reverse, 1.5-story, and 2-story layouts
Known For: Consistently high-end finishes and timeless floor plans—earning them a reputation as Kansas City's affordable luxury builder.
{{bbk:builder-communities:j-s-robinson-fine-homes}}Property Tours:
JS Robinson Aventino
JS Robinson Bristol Highlands
Gabriel Homes
{{bbk:builder-price-range:gabriel-homes}}Key Features:
- Local builder and developer in business for 30+ years
- 3rd-generation family-owned
- Highly customizable build experience
- Known for thoughtful design and quality craftsmanship
Known For: Architecturally distinctive 1.5-story and reverse homes with a custom feel—built in some of Kansas City's most established and walkable communities.
{{bbk:builder-communities:gabriel-homes}}Property Tours:
Gabriel Boulder Creek
Bickimer Homes
{{bbk:builder-price-range:bickimer-homes}}Key Features:
- Builder and developer with 35+ years of experience
- Active in many of Kansas City's top new home communities
- Specializes in single-family homes, twin villas, custom infill, and maintenance-provided communities
- Premium finishes and bold architectural designs
Known For: Kansas City Home Builder Hall of Fame inductee with a diverse portfolio—from custom infill builds in Prairie Village to modern villas and luxury homes in top-tier developments.
{{bbk:builder-communities:bickimer-homes}}Property Tours:
Bickimer Highland Reverse
Bickimer Liberty 1.5-Story
Lambie Homes
{{bbk:builder-price-range:lambie-homes}}Key Features:
- Locally owned and family-operated for 30+ years
- Builds primarily in Overland Park, Leawood, and Shawnee
- Specializes in single-family homes, twin villas, custom infill, and maintenance-provided communities
- Premium finishes and bold architectural designs
Known For: Kansas City Home Builder Hall of Fame inductee with a diverse portfolio—from custom infill builds in Prairie Village to modern villas and luxury homes in top-tier developments.
{{bbk:builder-communities:lambie-homes}}Property Tours:
Bridgewater (Single-Family)
Regents Park (Twin Villas)
Prieb Homes
{{bbk:builder-price-range:prieb-homes}}Key Features:
- Developer and builder
- 40+ years of experience
- One of the most affordable builders in JoCo
- High volume with consistent, move-in ready inventory
Known For: One of the largest affordable home builders in Johnson County, Prieb consistently delivers move-in-ready homes at price points that are tough to match.
{{bbk:builder-communities:prieb-homes}}Builders Based In Jackson County, MO
Walker Custom Homes
{{bbk:builder-price-range:walker-custom-homes}}Key Features:
- 17+ years in business
- Approved builder in dozens of established and luxury communities
- Based out of Jackson County, but starting to take down more lots on the Kansas side
Known For: Delivering a rare mix of high-end lakefront estates and affordable custom homes—with signature attention to architectural detail, elevated design choices, and a smooth, personalized build experience.
{{bbk:builder-communities:walker-custom-homes}}Property Tours:
Stonebridge South
DRHI – David Richards Homebuilding, Inc.
Estimated Price Range: $300,000 - $600,000
Key Features:
- Family-run, 30+ years experience
- Focused in Oak Grove, Blue Springs, Grain Valley
- Spec inventory often available and move-in ready
Known For: Offering some of the most affordable new construction homes in the Kansas City area—especially in Blue Springs, Oak Grove, and Grain Valley—while maintaining strong curb appeal and solid finishes across a wide range of family-friendly floor plans.
Popular Communities:
- Eagles Ridge (Blue Springs)
- Oaks of Edgewood (Oak Grove)
- Stonecreek (Grain Valley)
- And more!
TruMark Homes
{{bbk:builder-price-range:trumark-homes}}Key Features:
- Family business since 1982
- Includes extensive trim and beam work
- Builds in several of Lee's Summit's most established neighborhoods
Known For: Semi-custom and luxury homes with iconic beam and trim work—all with million-dollar quality minus the million-dollar price tag.
{{bbk:builder-communities:trumark-homes}}Builders In The Kansas City Northland
Hearthside Homes
{{bbk:builder-price-range:hearthside-homes}}Key Features:
- Established in 1987 with over 35 years of experience
- In-house design center and guided selection process
- Broad range of thoughtfully designed floor plans
- Strong presence in KC Northland
Known For: Building stylish, move-in ready homes with a stress-free design process—perfect for buyers relocating to Kansas City or locals who want high-quality finishes without the hassle.
{{bbk:builder-communities:hearthside-homes}}Property Tours:
Ashton Tour
Robertson Construction
{{bbk:builder-price-range:robertson}}Key Features:
- Family-owned builder and developer since 1992
- One of the few builders offering true entry-level new construction
- Large inventory of spec homes, often with quick move-in
- Develops and builds in their own communities
Known For: Delivering some of the most affordable new homes in Kansas City's Northland, with consistent inventory year-round.
{{bbk:builder-communities:robertson}}Before You Build or Buy A New Home In Kansas City…
Remember, this post only includes 17 of the largest builders in Kansas City. There are dozens of smaller builders who may be a better fit for you, depending on your goals, budget, and ideal location.
Some builders include a lot of upgraded finishes, some may offer more customization, and others might be able to hit the right price point. However, the only way to figure out the best builder in Kansas City for you is to get specific recommendations.
Feel free to call, text, or email anytime. We work with 100+ builders and over 40+ new home communities around Kansas City and would love to get the best options based on your goals in front of you.
Common questions
Who is the biggest home builder in Kansas City?
By volume, Lambie Homes, Summit Homes, and Inspired Homes are consistently among the largest production builders in the Kansas City metro, with hundreds of new starts each year across Johnson County, Cass County, and the Northland.
What is the average price of a new construction home in Kansas City in 2025?
Most new construction homes in Kansas City fall between $400,000 and $750,000 in 2025, depending on the builder, community, and lot. Entry-level production builders start in the high $300s, while semi-custom and luxury builders frequently exceed $1M.
Which Kansas City home builders are best for first-time buyers?
Inspired Homes, Lambie Homes, and Summit Homes typically offer the strongest price-per-square-foot for first-time buyers, with floor plans starting in the high $300s to low $400s in communities across Olathe, Lee's Summit, and the Northland.
What's the difference between a production, semi-custom, and custom builder in Kansas City?
Production builders (like Lambie, Summit, Inspired) build from a fixed set of plans for speed and value. Semi-custom builders (like Ashlar, Roeser, SAB) let you modify plans and finishes. Custom builders (like Starr Homes, Don Julian) design a home from scratch on your lot — typically $1M+.
About the author
Nick Massa
I'm Nick Massa. Kansas City new construction is my specialty — custom builds, homes under construction, and finished new homes.
I've documented communities and builders on YouTube for years, and built this platform so buyers get real comparisons instead of twenty open tabs.
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