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16 Lewes, DE Home Builders

New construction homes in Lewes, DE 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 Lewes, DE, Zillow can make your house hunt a whole lot easier. Our directory of Lewes, DE 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.

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  • Beazer Homes

    969 homes188 communities
    For more than nine generations, Beazer has been committed to superior craftmanship and energy efficient home designs that provide extraordinary value. Every Beazer home is designed and built to provide Surprising Performance, giving it quality that exceeds expectations, energy efficiency for real savings, improved indoor air quality for healthier living, plus superior comfort that will be appreciated long after move-in day. With Beazer's Choice Plans®, customers have the flexibility to personalize several primary living areas at no additional cost. And unlike most national homebuilders, we empower our customers to shop and compare loan options with our Mortgage Choice program, which can save thousands over the life of the home loan. Our industry-leading reputation doesn’t stop with homebuilding—we are just as proud of the culture we build within our company. As a 10x recipient of the ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year award, and multi-year recognitions for Top Workplaces and Most Trustworthy Companies in America, we work hard to build a better future both inside and outside of the home. - #1 National Homebuilder of Zero Energy READY Homes™ certified by the U.S. Department of Energy. - 100% of our homes are ENERGY STAR certified, Indoor AirPlus Qualified and designed to provide a more comfortable, healthier home that helps to lower your monthly energy costs. - We strategically build each community to be near places that our customers care about, so that your home is more than a house. - Since 2017, Beazer Homes and the Beazer Charity Foundation have donated $5MM toward Fisher House Foundation for veterans and their families.
    Specialties
    55Plus, Active Adult, Condominiums, Eco Friendly, Energy Efficient, First Homes, Master Planned Communities, Moveup Homes, Multigenerational Homes, Suburban Living, Sustainable Construction, Townhomes
  • Capstone Homes

    25 homes5 communities
    EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE. At Capstone Homes, we treat all of our customers like family. PERSONALIZATION. Every home we build is drawn from scratch by our in-house designer and has a unique set of plans. QUALITY. Our company is dedicated to building a legacy of quality homes that families can enjoy for generations to come. The story of Capstone Homes is all about family. Our family and your family. It’s a story of keeping our promises and building a legacy. In the early 2000’s, the majority of new home builders in our area walked away from projects here they had previously agreed to purchase land. Capstone Homes was formed in 2006 with a mission to stand behind our promises. Whether it be a promise to a customer, bank, or employee, Capstone Homes will never go back on their word. Our company is locally owned and operated, with Sussex County ties going back several generations and it matters to us that we build homes that we are proud to have our name on.
    Specialties
    Build On Your Lot, Communities, Custom Homes, Eco Friendly, Energy Efficient, First Homes, Luxury Homes, Smart Homes, Sustainable Construction, Multigenerational Homes, Active Adult, Custom Homes, High-End Finishes, Quality, Exceptional Service, Customization
  • Coldwell Banker Premier

    31 homes2 communities
    Coldwell Banker Premier is a small homebuilder with 2 communities in Salisbury. Currently, Coldwell Banker Premier has 31 new homes available, starting at a base price of $352K.
    Specialties
    Communities, Condominiums, Luxury Homes, Urban Living
  • DR Horton

    17,041 homes2,137 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

    706 homes166 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
  • Evergreene Homes

    4 homes7 communities
    Evergreene Homes builds semi-custom homes for your ideal lifestyle with trusted care, clarity and craftsmanship. From the beaches of Delaware to the mountains of Virginia and the premier communities in the D.C. region, we only select the finest locations. Your lifestyle and investment matter- we give you both! We provide fast, transparent pricing and simplify complex decisions, ensuring you are informed ever step of the way.
    Specialties
    Communities, Custom Homes, Luxury Homes, Build On Your Lot, Energy Efficient, Moveup Homes, Suburban Living, Urban Living
  • Fernmoor Homes

    4 homes4 communities
    Whether close to the city for easy commuting or near the beach for coastal living, Fernmoor Homes has a location for you. We build in Central and Southern New Jersey and Southern Delaware, areas rich with interstate highways, history, entertainment, shopping, dining and leisure activities. In both states, the Atlantic Ocean and its beaches provide a much needed respite from the hot summers. But don’t call it “the shore” in our Delaware communities—they prefer “the beach”. No matter where you choose, you will find the same term: outstanding. As in, outstanding value built into every Fernmoor home or apartment. We include more options and innovative floor plans as standard, allowing you to get the best for the best price.
    Specialties
    Communities, Condominiums, Townhomes
  • Foxlane Homes

    46 homes9 communities
    Foxlane Homes has been building luxury homes since 2017, and one thing remains the same: when you walk into your Foxlane home, it feels like the place where your story begins. We're in the business of building homes. Granted, they're pretty exceptional ones. But even our homes aren't just homes. They're where birthday candles are blown out, Thanksgiving dinners are served, prom photos are taken on the staircase, big promotions are celebrated, and life's important moments - even in the tough ones - are shared. In other words, a home is where stories happen. Your stories. Now let's make your next chapter a great one.
    Specialties
    55Plus, Active Adult, Build On Your Lot, Communities, Custom Homes, First Homes, Luxury Homes, Moveup Homes, Suburban Living, Townhomes
  • Insight Homes

    1 home9 communities
    Insight Homes is a small homebuilder with 9 communities in Salisbury and Philadelphia. Currently, Insight Homes has 1 new home available, starting at a base price of $332K.
  • K. Hovnanian Companies, LLC

    1,304 homes176 communities
    Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc., founded in 1959 by Kevork S. Hovnanian, is headquartered in Matawan, New Jersey and, through its subsidiaries, is one of the nation's largest homebuilders with operations in Arizona, California, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, Washington, D.C. and West Virginia. The Company's homes are marketed and sold under the trade name K. Hovnanian® Homes. Additionally, the Company's subsidiaries, as developers of K. Hovnanian's® Four Seasons communities, make the Company one of the nation's largest builders of active lifestyle communities.
    Specialties
    Production Homes, First Homes, Moveup Homes, Multigenerational Homes, Luxury Homes, Energy Efficient, Townhomes, Condominiums, Build On Your Lot, Communities, 55Plus, Master Planned Communities, Urban Living, Suburban Living, Active Adult

Get To Know Lewes, DE

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 Lewes, DE, the average price of a home with a custom floor plan is $598,650. The average plan in Lewes, DE is 2,402 square feet with an average of 3.2 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 Lewes, DE, there are a total of 87 spec homes with 73 being move-in ready and another 14 currently being built. In Lewes, DE, the average spec home is 2,078 square feet with 3.1 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 16 builders in Lewes, DE building 29 communities. In Lewes, DE, some of the larger builders are Schell Brothers, Fernmoor Homes, and Ryan 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 Lewes, DE, the average spec home has 3.1 bedrooms and the average floor plan has 3.2 bedrooms in the home.

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

In Lewes, DE, the average square footage of a new construction home is 2,402 square feet for a floor plan and 2,078 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.