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New construction homes in Clayton, NC have a lot to offer home buyers. From the personalized floor plans and finishes of custom homes to the amenities available in many new construction communities, the advantages of a shiny new home make it an appealing option. Plus, the new construction homes of today are often built with modern features, like energy-efficient windows and smart technology.

If you're looking for new homes in Clayton, NC, Zillow can make your house hunt a whole lot easier. Our directory of Clayton, NC home builders includes experts in residential construction of all kinds. To find the right builder for you, you can browse the new construction homes each builder currently has for sale and check out the custom homes and new construction communities they've built.

Builder Search Results

  • Robuck Homes

    250 ratings
    24 homes7 communities
    Since 1926 Robuck Homes has built homes in over 58 communities in the Raleigh and Coastal North Carolina areas. We understand buying a home is a major investment and that is why, when you purchase a Robuck Home, you are treated as extended family. All of the homes we have built, communities we have served and families we have helped over the past 90 years are testaments to what we believe in. Robuck Homes was built on the foundation of building the best homes possible while treating everybody with respect. Robuck is locally owned, so we take care of you on a more personal basis, and tin this way, the Robuck Homes legacy will be preserved for future generations. Currently, you can find Robuck Communities with model homes in Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Fuquay Varina, Garner, Wake Forest, Wilmington, and Hampstead. Base prices range from $300’s-$800’s.
    Specialties
    Energy Efficient, Luxury Homes, Master Planned Communities, Moveup Homes, Townhomes, Diverse Streetscapes, Proven Credibility, Dedicated Employees, First time homes, Timeless Architectural Designs
  • April Stephens Inc.

    4 homes5 communities
    We are a premier regional real estate group with over 15 years of expertise buying and selling real estate in the Raleigh-Durham and surrounding areas of North Carolina. With an emphasis on thoroughness and accessibility, we pride ourselves on our work ethic and customer satisfaction. With in-depth knowledge of the market our team can negotiate smoothly and effectively for you. We are experienced in advising clients on buying & selling established homes as well as working with builders and developers on new construction projects. Team members hold many industry certifications, including Luxury Marketing Specialists, Certified New Home Specialists, & Veteran Assistant Specialists.
    Specialties
    Communities, First Homes, Moveup Homes, Custom Homes, Luxury Homes, Manufactured Homes, Production Homes, Suburban Living
  • Ashton Woods Homes

    492 homes101 communities
    At Ashton Woods, we rely on honored design principles to build homes that feel right for a reason. It’s been our philosophy for over 30 years, and results in beautifully solved spaces that serve as the canvas where life comes to life. Our passion is sharing a love of home design with people who want to live in thoughtfully designed homes. Since our first sale in 1989 to being recognized as the 2023 Builder of the Year by BUILDER magazine, Ashton Woods has been building design-forward homes in thoughtfully selected communities across the country. Ashton Woods is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, but sells new homes in Atlanta, Austin, Charleston, Dallas, Houston, Myrtle Beach, Orlando, Phoenix, Raleigh and San Antonio.
    Specialties
    Communities, Condominiums, Eco Friendly, Energy Efficient, First Homes, Golfcourse Living, Luxury Homes, Master Planned Communities, Moveup Homes, Multigenerational Homes, Smart Homes, Suburban Living, Sustainable Construction, Townhomes, Urban Living
  • Chesapeake Homes

    113 homes19 communities
    Founded in 1991, Chesapeake Homes is an award-winning residential builder who has perfected the craft of creating a high-quality home. We have grown to nearly 20 communities spanning across South Carolina, North Carolina, and Coastal Virginia. We credit our continued expansion to our trusted relationships with our trades, vendors, and families like you. From our highly regarded customer service to our experienced construction team, our passion is building you a home to last a lifetime. We believe in providing high-quality homes that are affordable, environmentally conscious, and designed with choices for every buyer. Our long-standing relationships with our brand-name vendors enable us to offer impressive features at an affordable price. Doing so helps us maintain competitive values you would see from a national builder, without sacrificing the close attention to detail you to expect from a local one. From townhomes to single-family homes, we guarantee you will find a plan to fit your lifestyle and budget. Our flexible, customer-centric floor plans are designed with your everyday living in mind. Our state-of-the-art design galleries provide you with the ability to personalize your home. We have used our extensive construction knowledge to fine-tune our building process, allowing us to build energy-saving homes using premium materials from top brands effectively. All of our homes are energy-efficient and are backed by our ecHome and ecoSelect processes. With over 30 years of experience, we’re proud to be your leading hometown builder. We thank you for considering Chesapeake Homes and look forward to saying, “Welcome Home.”
    Specialties
    Communities, Eco Friendly, Energy Efficient, First Homes, Moveup Homes, Multigenerational Homes, Production Homes, Townhomes
  • DR Horton

    17,018 homes2,147 communities
    D.R. Horton, America’s Builder The number one homebuilder in America since 2002. America's Builder sounds like a lofty title, but it's a goal we work toward every single day. It started in 1978 in Fort Worth, Texas. Don Horton struck a deal to build his first home with only $3,000 and an empty lot to his name. His confidence and commitment to the buyer grew the company where it is today. D.R. Horton is now the number one homebuilder in America and has been since 2002. D.R. Horton is now a Fortune 500 company that sells homes in 87 markets across 29 states. Our company continues to grow across America through acquisitions and expanding market share. Through all this, our founding vision hasn't changed. We believe in homeownership for everyone. Our brands, D.R. Horton, Express, Emerald, and Freedom, grow with you. And if you're not looking to buy just yet? You're still on our mind. We know that it's important to rent from a trusted builder, so we offer apartments, condos, and casitas through DHI Communities. Who better to help with the rest of your home buying journey? Our financial services DHI Mortgage, DHI Title, and D.R. Horton Insurance get you into your dream home and protect it for the future. Our values influence our business. If you have good people, good things happen. We rely on our community. Our real estate partners, our vendors, financial partners, and our Horton family work together for our homebuyer. Quality homes can still be affordable. A home is an investment in your future. We build homes that fit into every budget without cutting corners. Get people into a new home and take care of them from there. People, homes, communities. This is the foundation of our company. We believe in homeownership for everyone – a home for every stage in life. From your first home to the home you retire in, we want to build it for you. D.R. Horton. We are America’s Builder.
  • DRB Homes

    703 homes167 communities
    Let DRB Homes put decades of industry experience to work for you. We understand that building a new home is not a one-size-fits-all process, and we're ready to personalize your home — and your journey — to meet your unique needs. You can start by exploring the full portfolio of our most popular floor plans, all available in our new home communities across the region. Our award-winning team is backed by the DRB Group, a growing, dynamic organization that includes two residential builder brands, a title company, and a residential development services branch providing entitlement, development and construction services. DRB Group's complete spectrum of services operates in nine states and seventeen metro markets up and down the East Coast. Our DRB team will work with you every step of the way. From the on-site salespeople you meet with to the construction crew laying the foundation for your home — we're all working toward the same goal. The same is true for the members of our leadership team, who oversee the entire operation and ensure a seamless process.
    Specialties
    Communities, Energy Efficient, First Homes, Moveup Homes, Multigenerational Homes, Smart Homes, Suburban Living, Townhomes
  • Del Webb

    595 homes68 communities
    No one understands the importance of community like Del Webb®. That’s why we can say we offer much more than a beautiful home; we offer a place to belong. Our communities are an extension of the Del Webb homeowners who live there—a collection of passions and activities you love to enjoy with others. When you choose to build in a Del Webb 55+ age-restricted community, you get the benefit of more than six decades of homebuilding experience. With homes designed for how you live with the features that matter most to you, backed by a warranty you can rely on so you’ll feel secure now and in the future. We’ve streamlined the process to make it easy for you to build the home you’ve always wanted in the vibrant community you’ve been looking for. Our dedication to quality means that we strive to exceed homeowner expectations every step of the way.
  • Eastwood Homes

    521 homes114 communities
    Eastwood Homes is a large homebuilder with 114 communities in Richmond-Petersburg, Charlotte, Raleigh-Durham (Fayetteville), and more. Currently, Eastwood Homes has 521 new homes available.
  • Glenwood Homes

    8 homes4 communities
    Glenwood Homes is a small homebuilder with 4 communities in Raleigh-Durham (Fayetteville) and Greensboro-High Point-Winston Salem. Currently, Glenwood Homes has 8 new homes available, starting at a base price of $259K.
    Specialties
    Communities, Golfcourse Living, Luxury Homes, Production Homes, Townhomes
  • Lennar Homes

    9,844 homes1,700 communities
    Since 1954, Lennar has been a leader in building beautiful new homes and communities for millions of families in some of the most popular cities in 24 states across the U.S. We know that buying and owning a home is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make in your life. Our experienced team will help make that experience easy and stress-free, from the start of your home search to buying your home and long after you become a Lennar homeowner. Each home is thoughtfully designed to your needs, whether single-family, townhomes and condominiums, Active Adult or multigenerational living, and includes the latest in new home technology at no extra cost. Every community caters to different lifestyle needs, from family-oriented to luxury, resort-style golf, or amenity-rich Active Adult communities. As an award-winning, FORTUNE 500 company, Lennar is a publicly owned company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: LEN/A and LEN/B). Presently and in the future, we’re creating innovative home buying and ownership experiences through technology-driven solutions and building sustainable smart homes. Our commitment to quality, value and integrity are principles that guide us in caring for our customers, associates, shareholders and community.
    Specialties
    55Plus, Active Adult, Communities, Condominiums, Eco Friendly, Energy Efficient, First Homes, Golfcourse Living, Luxury Homes, Master Planned Communities, Moveup Homes, Multigenerational Homes, Production Homes, Smart Homes, Suburban Living, Sustainable Construction, Townhomes, Urban Living

Get To Know Clayton, NC

What is a floor plan?

Floor plans are designs used to create a custom-built home. One advantage of buying a pre-built, new construction home is the option to create a floor plan that matches the buyer’s preferences. Buyers can work with a contractor to design a home that is best suited to their lifestyle. In Clayton, NC, the average price of a home with a custom floor plan is $427,195. The average plan in Clayton, NC is 2,298 square feet with an average of 3.4 bedrooms.

What are spec homes?

“Spec” or “speculative” homes are homes constructed by a builder or developer before they have a specific buyer. Typically, these homes are built with features and finishes that appeal to a larger audience and come ready to move-in. In Clayton, NC, there are a total of 206 spec homes with 199 being move-in ready and another 7 currently being built. In Clayton, NC, the average spec home is 2,040 square feet with 3.5 bedrooms.

Should I buy a new construction home?

New construction homes allow buyers to choose from an existing spec home that is move-in ready or design a custom floor plan built around their preferences. With new construction homes, buyers know the history of the home and are less likely to have unwanted surprises that can come from an older home. Zillow currently has 17 builders in Clayton, NC building 25 communities. In Clayton, NC, some of the larger builders are DR Horton, Lennar Homes, and Eastwood Homes.

How many bedrooms are there in a new construction home?

The average number of bedrooms in a new construction home can vary depending on whether the buyer chooses a spec home or opts for a customized floor plan. Spec homes are move-in ready, which means they come complete with a certain number of bedrooms. Customized floor plans allow the buyer to work with a designer and tailor the home to include a preferred number of bedrooms. In Clayton, NC, the average spec home has 3.5 bedrooms and the average floor plan has 3.4 bedrooms in the home.

What is the average square feet of a new construction home?

In Clayton, NC, the average square footage of a new construction home is 2,298 square feet for a floor plan and 2,040 square feet for a spec home. The size of a new construction home can be smaller or larger depending on the buyer’s preferences. While the lot size limits the overall size of the home, there are many different spec homes and floor plans a buyer can use to find the square footage that meets their needs.