New Homes Built On Your Land
Your Land. Your Vision. Kent Homes Brings It to Life.
When you build on your land with Kent Homes, you’re not just constructing a house, you’re creating a lifestyle designed around your vision. With over 30 years of experience and more than 1,000 homes built in Coastal North Carolina, we bring unmatched expertise, quality craftsmanship, and a deeply personalized experience to your homesite. Whether you already own land, are just beginning the journey, or are looking for a home-land package in one of our select communities, our team will guide you every step of the way with a smoother, smarter building process rooted in integrity and trust.
Where We Build
Kent Homes proudly builds exceptional homes on your land throughout Wilmington, Leland, Southport, Brunswick County, and across Coastal North Carolina. Whether you’re looking to build on your lot in Wilmington, NC or develop land in a nearby coastal town, our local expertise ensures a seamless and informed process. We understand the regional landscape, zoning, and permitting intricacies, allowing us to deliver an efficient, worry-free experience. From peaceful wooded lots to vibrant coastal settings, Kent Homes is the trusted builder for turning your land into your forever home.
Our Building Process
Step 1.
Pre-Contract Home Selection
- Secure your homesite
- Select and personalize your floor plan
- Finalize structural options and sign purchase agreement
- Initiate construction loan process
Exceptional Customer Service from Start to Finish
You'll get outstanding customer service and craftsmanship with Kent Homes from our portfolio of floor plans with many included features and numerous options so you can turn our plan into your dream Kent home on your land. If you do not have a home site selected, no problem! Many of our homebuyers come to us without a home site. Don’t worry, we are here to help! Since every home site is different, we are happy to visit with you to identify and estimate the costs involved to get your land ready for your brand-new Kent home.
Contact us for a free home site evaluation with our New Home Consultants.
Frequently Asked Questions
No worries! Many of our buyers begin without a lot in mind. We can help you find land in your desired area and evaluate its suitability for your new Kent home.
Yes! We offer free home site evaluations and will visit your land to assess the preparation work and provide cost estimates for grading, utilities, and more.
You can choose from our portfolio of proven floor plans, which include a variety of layouts and customization options. We’ll help tailor the plan to fit your land and lifestyle.
It depends on the land and site conditions, such as grading, utility access, and permitting. Building on your land can sometimes involve additional preparation costs, but we provide a transparent, detailed cost breakdown during your consultation so you can make an informed choice. If you’re looking for a more streamlined option, Kent Homes also offers the opportunity to build in one of our thoughtfully designed communities throughout Coastal North Carolina, where many of these costs are already factored in.
The timeline for building a custom home depends on several factors, including the complexity of your design, the level of customization, weather conditions, permitting, and the condition of your homesite. On average, the Kent Homes build process takes approximately 6 to 10 months from contract to completion. This includes everything from architectural planning and land preparation to construction and final walkthroughs. If you’re building on your own land, the timeline may vary based on how much site work is needed. Alternatively, building in one of our established Kent Homes communities can help streamline the process, as much of the infrastructure is already in place. Our experienced team will provide you with a personalized timeline and guide you through every phase to ensure your new home is delivered on time and to your expectations.
Our customer-first approach, proven experience, in-house design support, and focus on continuous improvement make us one of the most trusted home builders in Wilmington, NC and beyond.
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Explore beautifully built across the Wilmington area and beyond. Our photo gallery is filled with real homes from real clients who trusted us to bring their vision to life. See what’s possible when design, craftsmanship, and customer care come together.
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