JB Woodfitter Homes is a custom home builder based in Prior Lake, working in the south metro area of Minnesota in communities like Prior Lake, Lakeville, and Credit River and building homes of any scale, from lakeside retreats to expansive acreage. Clients can start with one of the company's proven designs or create something completely unique, with an in-house designer and project manager included on every project. By specializing in a specific geographic area, the firm is able to accommodate multiple price points.
Prior Lake Home Builders
11 vetted builders serving Prior Lake (Scott County) · Mid-range, Luxury, Ultra-luxury price tiers · how we vet & rank
Building in Prior Lake
Four of the eleven builders serving Prior Lake are headquartered in the city: JB Woodfitter Homes, KeyLand Homes, Pinnacle Family Homes, and McWilliams & Associates. That is a higher share of hometown firms than almost anywhere else in this directory, where rosters are usually assembled from neighbouring suburbs. The other seven come from Lakeville, Savage, Burnsville, Shakopee, and Wayzata.
Nine of the eleven build custom homes, and every firm on the roster is licensed and in good standing with the state. Nine price in the mid band, with a single luxury firm and a single ultra-tier firm above them; seven opened a house for Parade of Homes 2026. Three carry Housing First Minnesota recognition: KeyLand Homes and McWilliams & Associates have both won Reggie Awards — McWilliams in 2024 — and Highmark Builders was named Remodeler of the Year in 2025.
KeyLand Homes has a founding year on record of 1983, the oldest on this roster. Beyond new construction, four take on whole-home remodels and three offer semi-custom plans.
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Highmark Builders is a Savage-based firm that handles both remodeling and new custom home construction through an integrated design/build process, with an in-house team of project managers, job supervisors, carpenters, and interior designers. Its site notes it was named Housing First MN's 2025 Remodeler of the Year.
KeyLand Homes is a family-owned, semi-custom home builder based in Prior Lake, established in 1983 and founded by Gary Horkey and his sons Keith and Kevin. The company builds neighborhoods and communities with a range of floor plans, model homes, and quick move-in homes, and also offers renovations. Its stated vision emphasizes quality construction and first-class customer service and care during and after the building process.
McWilliams & Associates is a Prior Lake-based builder of custom homes and townhomes serving the Lakeville and Prior Lake area, holding Minnesota residential building contractor license BC004572. Its record includes a 2024 Reggie Award from Housing First Minnesota.
Bellepar Homes is a Lakeville firm specializing in new home design/build, remodeling and additions, and finished basements for homeowners in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. Clients can build from the firm’s stock floorplans — each designed as a customizable starting point — or pursue a fully custom design, and the team collaborates weekly across design, production, construction, and budget until project completion.
Hendel Homes is a Minnesota custom home builder and remodeler working on highly detailed residences and renovations, guided by a philosophy of stewardship that Rick and Amy Hendel describe as the foundation of the company. The firm facilitates communication among owners, architects, designers, engineers, and its construction team, and states it has completed more than one hundred highly detailed projects over the last twenty years. Its site lists Builder of the Year, Reggie, and Trillium awards from Housing First Minnesota among its recognition.
Pinnacle Family Homes is a Prior Lake-based builder offering custom homes and whole-home remodeling, with a 2026 Parade of Homes entry and active Minnesota residential building contractor license BC665655.
White Birch Design is a full-service design/build remodeling company based in Lakeville, specializing in kitchen, bath, and basement projects. Co-owners Steve McDonald and Angela Barnhart bring a combined 30-plus years in the design, construction, and real estate industries, guiding homeowners from concept to design to construction with a boutique-style approach. Its primary focus is the south metro communities of Lakeville, Eagan, Apple Valley, Burnsville, Rosemount, Prior Lake, and Savage, and it also works with homeowners across the Minneapolis and St. Paul area.
Cuddigan Custom Builders is a Lakeville-based family business that has been building custom homes since 1985 - more than 40 years - with each home architecturally inspired and individually tailored to the client's needs. The firm builds in neighborhoods including The Wilds and The Ranch of Credit River as well as on customers' own lots, and its project team works with clients every step of the process.
Xpand, Inc is a family-owned Shakopee construction company, established in 2004, specializing in custom home building and remodeling with over 100 years of combined team experience. Its listed specialties run from design-build work, home additions, custom remodeling, kitchens, and basement finishes to decks, porches, and multi-activity athletic courts, including unique spaces like man caves and accessible designs, serving the Twin Cities metro area.
McDonald Construction Partners builds custom and semi-custom homes across the Twin Cities, carrying on a company history that dates to 1978; founder Bob McDonald retired in late 2021 after Dave Remick acquired the firm in September 2021. Based in Burnsville, the builder develops and builds within its own communities across the metro and also builds on land clients already own, including teardown-and-rebuild projects in established neighborhoods. An in-house design team and home consultants work with buyers on the details, and every McDonald home is MN Green Path tested.
What It Costs to Build in Prior Lake
See the full breakdown of price per square foot by build type, what drives Minnesota budgets, and city comparisons in our statewide cost to build in Minnesota study.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many home builders serve Prior Lake?
Our directory currently lists 11 vetted builders serving Prior Lake, spanning mid-range, luxury and ultra-luxury price tiers. We're expanding coverage continuously as we verify licensing and service areas. See our methodology on the How We Vet & Rank page.
What does it cost to build a house in Prior Lake?
Construction costs in Prior Lake generally follow metro norms: roughly $230–$300 per square foot for production homes, $250–$400 for semi-custom, and $300–$450+ for custom builds, before land. See our cost-to-build guide for a full breakdown.
Do builders in Prior Lake build on your own lot?
Several do. JB Woodfitter Homes, Highmark Builders, McWilliams & Associates and others take on custom projects in Prior Lake, and build-on-your-lot arrangements are common. Bring your lot details (or the listing) to your first conversation: siting, utilities, and soils drive early feasibility.
Are there remodeling contractors in this directory for Prior Lake?
Yes — 5 design-build remodelers in our directory serve Prior Lake, covering kitchens, bathrooms, basements, additions, and whole-home projects. See the Prior Lake remodeling pages for the filtered lists.
Do I need a licensed builder in Prior Lake?
Yes. Minnesota requires residential building contractors to hold a state license (BC number) issued by the Department of Labor & Industry, and Prior Lake (Scott County) also requires local permits and inspections for new construction and major remodels. We display verified license numbers on builder profiles as we confirm them. Always verify a contractor's license status at the DLI website before signing.
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