The 12 biggest home builders in the US in 2025

Published September 2, 2025

If you’re in the market for a brand new home, you’ll want to go with a reputable builder you can trust to build your dream home. Whether you’re looking for a home with tons of space or you value energy efficiency and sustainability, this comprehensive list of home builders will have you covered. Companies like PulteGroup, Taylor Morrison, and D.R. Horton are among the biggest builders in the US with a reputation of delivering high-quality builds. To help you make the right choice, we’ve compiled the 12 biggest home builders in the US including how much they made in 2024 and what kind of homes they build so you can make a smart choice.

1. D.R. Horton

Market cap/revenue: $36.81 billion in 2024
CEO: Paul J. Romanowski
Founded: 1978

The biggest home builder in the US is D.R. Horton. In 2024, they closed an astounding 93,311 homes, with 3,901 units closed as built-to-rent. The company serves the South, West, Midwest, and Northeast regions of the US. D.R. Horton sits on top of the Builder 100 list for the 23rd year in a row, and shows no signs of slowing.

Buyers with D.R. Horton can expect the latest in smart home automation, like smart thermostats, sound systems, high-tech security features, and every bell and whistle that could possibly be controlled from your phone. The recent project, Ironworks Crossings, showcases their warm, stylish designs nestled within the bustling, prime communities they build.

2. Lennar Corp.

Market cap/revenue: $35.44 billion in 2024
CEO: Stuart Miller
Founded: 1954

Lennar Corp is the second biggest home builder in the US with a total closed revenue amount of $35.44 billion in 2024. Including 1,005 condos, the team closed 80,210 units in the South, Midwest, West, and Northeast regions of the US. The brand sold two property portfolios in 2024, including a $2.1 billion sale to KKR in June and another to QuadReal Property Group that fell for an undisclosed amount. As far as homes themselves go, The Arcadia Collection is a great sample showcasing open design, modern luxury, and a thriving community with ample green space.

3. PulteGroup

Market cap/revenue: $17.95 billion in 2024
CEO: Ryan R. Marshall
Founded: 1950

In our number three spot is PulteGroup. In 2024, the parent company of the Pulte Homes brand closed around 35,000 homes, earning them a staggering $17.95 billion. The company offers a range of design and community options, as well as modern customer service features for buyers, including SMS and live chat.

In 2024, PulteGroup was named one of Fortune 100’s Best Companies to Work For, and the company prides itself on diversity, equity, inclusion, and equal-opportunity hiring. Newberry is a stunning example of one of their more recent projects. It smartly combines modern aesthetics, open concept design, and sustainability features.

4. NVR

Market cap/revenue: $10.52 billion in 2024
CEO: Eugene Bredow
Founded: 1980

NVR closed an impressive 22,836 sales in 2024, generating $10.3 billion in revenue. They offer various design options to suit anyone’s design aesthetic and serve 16 states and 36 booming metropolitan areas.

NVR operates in the home building and mortgage banking business segments, selling under the Heartland Homes, NVR, and Ryan Homes brands. Their Knollwood development features access to green space, schools, and parks, and offers modern, affordable homes with timeless designs.

5. Toll Brothers

Market cap/revenue: $10.6 billion in 2024
CEO: Douglas C. Yearley Jr.
Founded: 1967

Toll Brothers home builders closed a total of 10,813 units in 2024, bringing in an impressive $10.6 billion. Known as America’s luxury home builder, Toll Brothers is also touted as one of Fortune World’s most admired companies, and a rewarding place to kick off a budding career in construction or design.

Toll Brothers Apartment Living recently sold The Kendrick in Newton, Mass., to Harbor Group International for $182 million. Harbor Group, based in Virginia, plans to revitalize the area with its new acquisition. Manhasset Crest is an example of a recent Toll project, featuring all the luxury amenities you could want in a new development.

6. Taylor Morrison

Market cap/revenue: $8.17 billion in 2024
CEO: Sheryl Palmer
Founded: 2007

Another recently founded builder on our list is Taylor Morrison. Steadily growing year over year, the builder cleared over $8.1 billion last year. They sell through brands ranging from resorts to gated apartment communities, to mortgage funding, and even offer title services.

Taylor Morrison is led by Sheryl Palmer, the only female CEO of a publicly traded homebuilder in the United States. They serve across 20 markets in 12 states. To check out their work, Farmlore is a recent project that combines beautiful buildings with recreation, green spaces, and areas that effortlessly foster community.

7. SH Residential Holdings

Market cap/revenue: $8.1 billion in 2024
CEO: Toru Tsuji
Founded: 1960

SH Residential Holdings is a popular home builder that brought in $8.1 billion last year. It blends Japanese culture, technological precision, and Western demands to create unique, beautiful homes that feel open and in harmony with nature. SH Residential Holdings acquired M.D.C. Holdings, valued at $4.9 billion, last year. With the new purchase, they now operate subsidiaries Holt Homes, Woodside Homes, Chesmar Homes, and Hubble Homes.

Their communities are designed with intention to become a part of the natural world that surrounds them, rather than disrupting it. This is showcased in a recent project, called the Sommers Bend.

8. KB Home

Market cap/revenue: $6.93 billion in 2024
CEO: Jeffrey T. Mezger
Founded: 1957

KB Home is one of the biggest home builders in the US having sold more than 600,000 homes across 45 different markets since its founding. One of the latest community projects includes Pivot Pointe, a nature-immersed project in greater Boise. They generally specialize in helping first-time home buyers build their own custom home. This includes using an online design studio in which you can build your dream home. If you’re looking for trusted experience and the ability to design your own home, this home builder is a great choice.

They also have the KB Cares program that focuses on giving back and striving for more eco-friendly construction. The four focus areas include sourcing shelter for those in challenging circumstances, investing in the well-being of the community, supplying construction jobs in the market, and promoting sustainable practices.

9. Meritage Homes

Market cap/revenue: $6.3 billion in 2024
CEO: Phillippe Lord
Founded: 1985

Meritage Homes closed on 15,611 homes in 2024, Meritage is known for quality, service, and customization, but also for its charitable efforts. They offer a range of options for standard home designs from one to two story builds that can be customized. For those looking to buy a home, Cielo is a prime example of the quality design they put into every project.

Their mission is to enrich the lives of those in metropolitan areas by donating to a range of charitable causes based on need and region. For example, they’ve partnered with Operation Homefront’s Permanent Homes for Veterans program for the last 12 years, donating mortgage-free homes to veterans and their families. Working with Meritage Homes not only helps you build your dream home, but helps others in need of help.

10. Century Communities

Market cap/revenue: $4.4 billion in 2024
CEO: Robert J. Francescon
Founded: 2002

The always-supportive Century Communities prides itself on going above and beyond for buyers, whether that’s with transparent financing, walking them through timelines and development, and more. In 2024, they generated $4.4 billion in revenue and saw 10,000-plus units closed.

With Century, buyers are even encouraged to buy homes online. They can browse an extensive collection of modern and stylish homes on their desktop, and purchase online any time of day or night with a deposit. The recent Trailside Collection project is a great example of customizable luxury in desirable neighborhoods.

11. Clayton Properties Group

Market cap/revenue: $3.2 billion in 2024
CEO: Kevin Clayton
Founded: 1956

Clayton Properties Group is a combination of nine subsidiary builders across the country (owned by Berkshire Hathaway) to build regular (site-built) houses. They focus on creating affordable, high-quality homes for families and first-time buyers. The company uses smart-home features like ecobee thermostats and energy-efficient systems to make homes more comfortable and cost-effective. They also care about sustainability and building homes that fit well into their local communities.

Recently, Clayton Rockwell partnered with Rowan-Cabarrus Community College to repurpose scrap construction materials. Rowan-Cabarrus uses these recycled materials to educate current and future firefighters as part of the school’s training course. Crossmod is a great example of a recent Clayton build that blends prefab and traditional construction, reducing waste without sacrificing quality.

12. LGI Homes

Market cap/revenue: $2.2 billion in 2024
CEO: Eric Lipar
Founded: 2003

Next, we have LGI Homes. A more recently founded company on our list, LGI, pulled in $2.2 billion in 2024. They have a smaller core regional offering than some on our list, covering Arizona, Texas, Georgia, New Mexico, Florida, and North Carolina. However, with a simple and transparent buying process, they’re tough to beat.

At LGI Homes, build upgrades are baked into the price, so buyers can get the flexible upgrades they might be looking for without the financial headache. One of their recent projects, Carter’s retreat, combines top-tier fixtures and features with children’s care amenities, like a picnic pavilion.

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