This recurring real estate feature is sponsored by The Eli Residential Team. Their mission is to guide, educate, and advocate for their clients through real advice, hands-on support, and personalized service. This week’s post is written by Jean Ropp.
There are many fantastic home builders in the Arlington real estate market, today I am featuring just four of my favorites.
Building your dream home is one of the most exciting and significant decisions you will ever make. But before you start picking out paint colors or choosing countertops, there’s one crucial choice that lays the foundation for everything else: selecting the right home builder.
A quality home builder can make all the difference in ensuring your project goes smoothly, stays on budget, and results in a home that will stand the test of time and be the right fit for you and your family.
Below I will give some history and property examples for four of my favorite local builders who build a wonderful product (in my opinion.) I have also included their active listings, many of which are finished and available for private tours.
*It is rare for these builders to have completed homes available for tours simultaneously, as most new build homes are pre-sold.*
If you would like a private tour of any of these properties or are curious about these builder’s off market pipeline, please reach out to Jean Ropp at [email protected].
1. MR Homes
MR Homes Team Background:
“Owner, Matt Rzepkowski is a third generation custom home builder. A graduate of the University of Maryland, he spent summers in the family home building business alongside his father and grandfather.
After working for a large, national home builder for many years and a small custom home builder in Northern Virginia, Matt opened MR Project Management, Inc. in 2008. Fine craftsmanship, attention to detail and personalized service are the hallmarks of Matt’s business. Dedicated to superior customer service, all work is guaranteed.”
2. Cherry Hill
Cherry Hill Team Background:
“Since 2003, Cherry Hill has been dedicated to creating authentic, beautiful homes that stand out. With deep expertise in residential construction, we’ve built a reputation for offering a truly distinctive home building experience. The design team works closely with clients to refine every detail, while construction is carefully managed to meet the highest standards, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
As the founder and lead builder, Craig oversees every project with a focus on quality and client satisfaction. His decades of experience in custom home building make him a trusted leader in the industry.”
3. Classic Cottages
Classic Cottages Team Background:
“Classic Cottages, LLC is an experienced Virginia based Real Estate, Design and Construction firm that specializes in residential new construction in Northern Virginia. Founded in June 2010, Classic Cottages originally started in residential renovations and then transitioned over time to do 100% new residential construction which is where it stands today. Classic Cottages is passionate about building high quality homes that meet modern lifestyle needs.”
Classic Cottages Active Listings
4. McMullin Real Estate
McMullin Real Estate Team Background:
“For over 70 years the McMullin family has provided real estate services to the Washington D.C. metropolitan area. Beginning with James H. McMullin’s purchase of Real Estate Service Inc. (RESI) in 1946, the McMullin family has provided real estate sales, housing, office building construction, and industrial development. Through McMullin Real Estate, LLC, organized by James B. McMullin, we have continued our family’s real estate endeavors with an emphasis on residential in-fill development in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area. Our focus has exclusively been residential properties in recent years. We work to deliver high quality housing through our teams including long-term employees, third-party designers and engineers, and strong banking relationships.”
McMullin Real Estate Active Listings
Feel free to reach out to me for more details. I’d also be happy to share more about my specific experience with these builders, share client testimonials and look deeper into the right fit for you. Jean Ropp, [email protected].
