New Construction Home Builders in Prior Lake, MN

4 vetted new construction builders serving Prior Lake · how we vet & rank

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Why New Construction in Prior Lake

Production builders develop whole communities and offer a set of floor plans with structured option packages — the fastest and most budget-predictable way into a brand-new home, often with move-in-ready inventory available.

New Construction Builders Serving Prior Lake

KeyLand Homes

Mid-range · Semi-Custom · New Construction · based in Prior Lake

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.

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MN license BC637658 Active · checked 2026-11-06

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Robert Thomas Homes

Mid-range · Semi-Custom · New Construction · based in Lakeville

Robert Thomas Homes builds new homes in communities across the Twin Cities, with collections of home plans tailored to a variety of lifestyles, lot sizes, and budgets, plus quick move-in homes from an ever-changing inventory and an on-your-own-lot option. Buyers customize their homes through the company's Design Studio and its interior design team, and co-founder Paul Grabow serves as president, overseeing day-to-day operations.

Parade of Homes 2026

MN license BC644819 Active · checked 2026-11-06

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Lennar

Value · New Construction · Townhomes · Multifamily · based in Plymouth

Lennar is a national production builder offering single-family homes, townhomes, and multifamily communities in Twin Cities suburbs including Lakeville, Woodbury, Blaine, Rogers, and Maple Grove, and holds active Minnesota residential building contractor license BC001413. Housing First Minnesota's 2025 Top 25 list has ranked it the metro's largest homebuilder by volume for 20 consecutive years.

Parade of Homes 2026

MN license BC001413 Active · checked 2026-11-06

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Distinctive Design Build

Mid-range · Custom · Semi-Custom · New Construction · based in Lakeville

Distinctive Design Build, co-founded by Matt Odenthal and Wade Brelje, builds custom homes throughout the Twin Cities along with move-in-ready homes in its own communities. Buyers can bring their own ideas or start with the company's plans, with Matt guiding homeowners from initial concept to final walkthrough while Wade oversees the building process working with trusted trades and partners.

Parade of Homes 2026

MN license BC699757 Active · checked 2026-11-06

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What a New Construction Home Costs in Prior Lake

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Production new construction in the metro typically runs $230–$300 per square foot, with townhomes offering the most attainable entry points.

Full local numbers live in the cost to build in Minnesota study.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a new construction home cost in Prior Lake?

Production new construction in the metro typically runs $230–$300 per square foot, with townhomes offering the most attainable entry points. In Prior Lake specifically, land and site conditions shift the total: lot pricing varies by community and phase. The builders listed below can give you a real number against your specific site and program.

How many new construction builders serve Prior Lake?

We currently list 4 builders offering new construction construction in Prior Lake. Coverage grows as we verify more builders, and our free matching service can shortlist the best fits for your budget and timeline.

How do I choose between the new construction builders in Prior Lake?

Compare three things. Completed work in or near Prior Lake: local lots, inspectors and subcontractors make recent nearby projects the best predictor of a smooth build, so ask to see them. A Minnesota residential building contractor license (a BC license issued by the Department of Labor and Industry) and insurance: our profiles show license numbers as we verify them. And a contract you understand: fixed-price and cost-plus contracts share risk differently, so have the builder walk you through allowances and change-order pricing. Process and communication matter as much as the portfolio, so the final step is always a conversation with two or three finalists.

How long does a new construction build take?

Production homes typically deliver in 5–8 months from contract, and move-in-ready inventory can close in weeks. Community and phase timing matter more than construction speed.

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