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

  • McWilliams Ballard

    13 homes6 communities
    The leading project development sales, marketing and consulting firm headquartered in Washington, D.C.
    Specialties
    Condominiums, First Homes, Luxury Homes, Townhomes
  • Paramount Construction

    61 homes11 communities
    Paramount Construction has the largest list of new homes and building lots in Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Arlington, McLean, Falls Church and Northwest Washington D.C. We’ve never designed or built the same home twice. And every home we build is designed to fit perfectly on each lot.
    Specialties
    Luxury Homes, Smart Homes, Custom Homes, Build On Your Lot, Urban Living, Multigenerational Homes, Moveup Homes, Sustainable Construction, Suburban Living, Golfcourse Living, First Homes, Energy Efficient, Eco Friendly, Communities, 55Plus, Manufactured Homes, Master Planned Communities, Condominiums, Townhomes, Active Adult, Contemporary new homes, Custom Homes, Modern Homes, Multiple Car Garage Homes, Small Homes
  • The Neighborhoods of EYA

    14 homes4 communities
    EYA has made its name and reputation delivering innovative urban neighborhoods. Since 1992, EYA’s development affiliates have built more than 5,000 homes in more than 40 neighborhoods across the Washington metropolitan area. Our unique combination of walkable neighborhoods, thoughtfully planned spaces, and timeless architecture has earned EYA more residential and land-planning awards than any other homebuilder. Twice named America’s Best Builder, our homes are always in demand.
    Specialties
    Communities, Condominiums, Townhomes, Urban Living
  • Urban Pace

    6 homes6 communities
    Urban Pace is the Mid-Atlantic leader in development real estate services including marketing, sales, leasing and advisory.
    Specialties
    Communities, Condominiums, Luxury Homes, Townhomes, Urban Living

Get To Know Washington, DC

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 Washington, DC, the average price of a home with a custom floor plan is $1,821,117. The average plan in Washington, DC is 2,843 square feet with an average of 3.6 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.false In Washington, DC, the average spec home is 1,207 square feet with 2.3 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 Washington, DC building 10 communities. In Washington, DC, some of the larger builders are Urban Pace, McWilliams Ballard, and Paramount Construction.

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 Washington, DC, the average spec home has 2.3 bedrooms and the average floor plan has 3.6 bedrooms in the home.

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

In Washington, DC, the average square footage of a new construction home is 2,843 square feet for a floor plan and 1,207 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.