The Home Building Association of Richmond is your local guide to finding a reputable builder. We represent for-sale and for-rent construction options as well as renovation partners to meet the needs of today’s modern households.
December Builder Of The Month
Mitchell Homes
Build Your Dream Home with Mitchell Homes in Richmond, Virginia
If you’ve ever dreamed of building a home designed just for you — one that fits your lifestyle, your land, and your vision — Mitchell Homes in Richmond, Virginia, is a name you should know. With decades of experience and a well-earned reputation for quality and integrity, Mitchell Homes makes the homebuilding journey simple, transparent, and surprisingly affordable.
Founded more than 30 years ago, Mitchell Homes has become a leading name in semi-custom homebuilding across central Virginia. They specialize in helping families build beautiful, personalized homes on their own land. From small towns to rural lots to growing suburbs, Mitchell Homes has helped thousands of Virginians turn their dream homes into reality.
One of the things that sets Mitchell Homes apart is their unique “Build on Your Land” approach. Rather than limiting you to a cookie-cutter neighborhood, Mitchell Homes gives you the freedom to select your own land — and then builds a home that perfectly fits your space, surroundings, and needs.
With more than 40 customizable floor plans to choose from, homeowners can modify layouts, add features, or change finishes to reflect their personal taste. Whether you want a classic farmhouse, a cozy ranch, or a modern two-story home, their experienced design team helps bring your ideas to life.
Building a home is about more than blueprints — it’s about style, comfort, and personality. Mitchell Homes’ Richmond Design Studio lets homeowners explore thousands of finish options, from flooring and cabinetry to lighting, fixtures, and exterior materials. Their team of design experts guides you through each decision, ensuring your home feels cohesive, beautiful, and uniquely yours.
Building a custom home can sound expensive, but Mitchell Homes’ innovative SimplyMitchell Financing Program makes it surprisingly attainable. In many cases, buyers enjoy no down payment, no construction loan, and no closing costs — benefits rarely found with traditional homebuilders.
That means you can focus on your dream home, not the financial hurdles. This approach makes Mitchell Homes a particularly appealing choice for first-time builders and families who want to build equity right away.
For families who already own land in or around Richmond — or those looking to buy property — Mitchell Homes provides the perfect blend of local expertise and custom-building flexibility.
Mitchell Homes can bring your vision to life, right where you want to live.
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The Home Building Association of Richmond (HBAR) was founded 77 years ago, in the 1946 Post World War II era as the American Dream of owning a home became a reality to many families in Richmond. Today, HBAR represents for-sale and for-rent new construction products to meet the needs of today’s modern households. Our advocacy fights for safe and affordably priced housing for buyers and renters. Look to HBAR for local expertise on the land acquisition and development process, the home building process, pulse on the current market, as well as immediately available new homes.
