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Find Home Builders in San Marcos, CA

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4 San Marcos, CA Home Builders

New construction homes in San Marcos, CA 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 San Marcos, CA, Zillow can make your house hunt a whole lot easier. Our directory of San Marcos, CA 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

  • Meritage Homes

    41,237 ratings
    5,004 homes426 communities
    Not all new homes are created equal. For more than 35 years, Meritage Homes® has been setting a new standard in high-quality, energy-efficient and health-conscious homebuilding. Choose from more than 300 communities in nine states from coast to coast, each with designer-curated homes, clear pricing and a simplified buying process to help you settle into your dream home sooner.
    Specialties
    Eco Friendly, Energy Efficient, First Homes, Moveup Homes, Sustainable Construction, Simplified Process, Transparent Pricing, Quick Move-In, EPA Indoor airPLUS-qualified
  • KB Home

    1,316 homes395 communities
    KB Home is one of the largest and most trusted homebuilders in the United States. We operate in 49 markets, have built nearly 700,000 quality homes in our more than 65-year history, and are honored to be the #1 customer-ranked national homebuilder based on third-party buyer surveys. What sets KB Home apart is building strong, personal relationships with every customer and creating an exceptional homebuying experience that offers our homebuyers the ability to personalize their home based on what they value at a price they can afford. As the industry leader in sustainability, KB Home has achieved one of the highest residential energy-efficiency ratings and delivered more ENERGY STAR® certified homes than any other builder, helping to lower the total cost of homeownership. For more information, visit kbhome.com.
    Specialties
    Communities, Condominiums, Eco Friendly, Energy Efficient, First Homes, Luxury Homes, Master Planned Communities, Moveup Homes, Multigenerational Homes, Production Homes, Smart Homes, Suburban Living, Sustainable Construction, Townhomes, Urban Living, Personalized Homes, Water Efficient, Community Amenities, Flexible Floor Plans, Affordably Priced Homes
  • Lennar Homes

    10,366 homes1,797 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
  • Shea Homes

    369 homes87 communities
    Shea Homes is a mid-sized homebuilder with 87 communities in Phoenix (Prescott), Denver, Houston, and more. Currently, Shea Homes has 369 new homes available.

Get To Know San Marcos, CA

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 San Marcos, CA, the average price of a home with a custom floor plan is $942,109. The average plan in San Marcos, CA is 1,867 square feet with an average of 3.3 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 San Marcos, CA, there are a total of 21 spec homes with 11 being move-in ready and another 10 currently being built. In San Marcos, CA, the average spec home is 1,890 square feet with 3.3 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 4 builders in San Marcos, CA building 8 communities. In San Marcos, CA, some of the larger builders are Lennar Homes, Shea Homes, and KB Home.

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 San Marcos, CA, the average spec home has 3.3 bedrooms and the average floor plan has 3.3 bedrooms in the home.

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

In San Marcos, CA, the average square footage of a new construction home is 1,867 square feet for a floor plan and 1,890 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.