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BUILDER Online’s Top Home Builders of 2025: What It Means for Homebuyers

BY Jamie Gonzalez

Updated May 14, 2025 at 5:11 PM CST

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BUILDER Online’s Builder 100 list is out, ranking the top U.S. homebuilders by the number of homes sold. 

If you're buying or building in 2025, this snapshot can tell you a lot about who’s trusted, growing, and shaping neighborhoods near you.

Why the Builder 100 List Matters for Homebuyers

  • Builder Reputation: Companies like Dream Finders Homes and National Home Corp. have demonstrated significant growth. These builders are growing for a reason - likely price, product, and trust.

  • Market Presence: A builder's position on the list can indicate their market presence, potentially offering more options and locations for prospective buyers.

  • Innovation and Trends: Top builders often lead in adopting new technologies and design trends, like smart home tech and energy efficiency, which can result in more modern and efficient homes.

Builder of the Year: Dream Finders Homes

Dream Finders Homes has been named the 2025 Builder of the Year. Starting with just 27 homes in its first year, the company is projected to close approximately 9,250 homes in 2025, reflecting significant growth and customer trust.

Dream Finders Homes is known for: 

  • Fast growth

  • Affordability

  • Customizing options.

Translation: More communities, more floor plans, and a builder with momentum.

One to watch: National Home Corp.

National Home Corp. stands out as the biggest mover on the 2025 Builder 100 list, indicating rapid expansion and a growing presence in the housing market.

  • Biggest jump on the 2025 list.

  • Focused on entry-level homes in fast-growing regions.

  • Eyes on expanding access to affordable housing.

Why it matters: If you're a first-time buyer, this builder could be in your price range and your area soon.

Top 10 Builders for 2025:

  1. D.R. Horton

  2. Lennar

  3. Pulte Group

  4. NVR

  5. Meritage Homes

  6. SH Residential Holdings

  7. KB Home

  8. Taylor Morrison

  9. Century Communities

  10. Toll Brothers

See the full top 100 list on Builder Online

The bottom line:

Whether you’re buying your first home or your next one, builder rankings offer clues about who's building where - and what kind of home you can expect.

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Jamie Gonzalez

Jamie is a seasoned content manager and copywriter with over a decade of experience in editorial strategy, SEO, and digital storytelling. With a Master’s in Mass Communication and a passion for crafting engaging content, Jamie specializes in creating and optimizing brand voices that resonate across digital and print platforms. She has worked across industries, including real estate, health, and finance, with a commitment to delivering high-quality, impactful narratives.