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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.

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    Building Your Dream Home with River City Custom Homes: Quality, Craftsmanship, and Local Roots

    When envisioning your ideal custom home, partnering with one of Richmond’s most respected builders, River City Custom Homes, ensures a journey defined by creativity, quality, and expertise. Every home they build begins with an exceptional design—whether you choose from their curated River City Custom series or collaborate with their team to bring your unique vision to life. Whichever path you take, you can trust that your new home will reflect the unparalleled craftsmanship and attention to detail that distinguish every River City property.


    Led by Danny Sowers, a third-generation builder with deep ties to the Richmond area, River City Custom Homes brings both a legacy of experience and a passion for innovation to each project. Danny has played a key role in shaping some of Chesterfield and Powhatan’s most desirable communities, a testament to his commitment to local excellence. His team of dedicated professionals is there to support you every step of the way, ensuring a smooth and rewarding experience from the first meeting to the moment you receive your keys.


    At River City Custom Homes, they’re not aiming to be the biggest home builder in the region—they’re aiming to be the best. With a focus on quality, craftsmanship, and personalized service, they set the standard for custom home building in Richmond.

    What Sets Us Apart

    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.