New Home Builders in Greenville & Upstate South Carolina

Hunter Quinn is a newer presence in the Greenville market, but brings years of building experience with them. They've differentiated themselves by offering properties with a half-acre or more of land — a rarity among production builders in this area. Their project management team has a background in custom building, which shows in the level of care and communication clients receive. Our team has had excellent experiences with Hunter Quinn, and the post-close follow-through from their project managers has been a standout.



Google Rating: 4.5 stars

Stanley Martin builds a solid, production-based home with an emphasis on quality finishes and reliable subcontractors. They cover a wide geographic footprint, so reviews can vary by location — but in the Greenville market specifically, they've performed well. They are also making a move into higher-end products with a development in downtown Greenville that will be worth watching.



Google Rating: 4.4 stars (varies by location)

This builder has earned a reputation for quality floor plans, thoughtful design, and attention to detail. They fit well in the middle of the market price-wise, and clients have appreciated the care taken throughout the build — even if it means the process takes a bit longer than some other builders. They've also offered unique products, including brick-front homes and builds on larger parcels of land.



Google Rating: 4.2 stars

DRB Homes was named Builder of the Year in the Greenville area a few years ago and has consistently received positive feedback from our clients. Their 4.1-star rating on New Home Source reflects an overall positive track record. What stands out about DRB is not just the quality of the homes they build, but how they handle challenges when they arise — sending senior staff to address issues and see them through to resolution. In our experience, that responsiveness matters as much as the build itself.



New Home Source Rating: 4.1 stars

Great Southern Homes builds a solid, above-average production home and offers some features and finishes that comparable builders at this price point don't always include. They don't have as large a presence in the Greenville market as some of the national builders, which means your experience will be more community-specific. Our team has had genuinely positive experiences with them, and we have team members who live in Great Southern Homes properties and remain very happy with the build quality.



Google Rating: 3.1 stars (limited review volume; firsthand experience is positive)

SK Builders offers a range of homes with some nicer finishes than you might expect at their price point. However, reviews have been mixed, particularly around communication during the build process. It's also worth noting that SK Builders was recently acquired by D.R. Horton, so the brand and experience may evolve in the near future. As with any production builder, the quality of your project manager will play a significant role in your overall experience.

Google Rating: 2.9–3.5 stars

D.R. Horton is one of the most active builders in the Greenville area, offering homes primarily in the $300,000–$600,000 range with some of the most competitive price-per-square-foot values available. They build in numerous communities across the Upstate, giving buyers plenty of location options. The experience varies by project manager, but our team has seen firsthand what an exceptional DR Horton build looks like when the right people are managing it. The vast majority of their homes are either already built or are far along in the build process when they are sold. This means buyers can purchase a move-in-ready home, but will not be able to make any selections for it.

Lennar is one of the largest homebuilders in the country and offers some of the most affordable new construction options in the Upstate. They have a growing presence in Greenville with multiple communities, including a new 55+ community. Like D.R. Horton, Lennar frequently offers strong buyer incentives and is a solid option for buyers prioritizing value.

Ryan Homes operates similarly to D.R. Horton and Lennar in terms of scale and price point, though they tend to build at a slightly higher price in the local market. They're known for their package-selection process — offering buyers a choice of coordinated finish packages (cabinets, floors, countertops) rather than fully custom selections.

Dreamfinders is a newer entrant to the Greenville market but is making a notable impact with their master-planned communities and distinctive home designs. Their largest local presence is in The Settlement community. As with any builder establishing itself in a new market, there have been some early growing pains — particularly around community amenities being completed on schedule. That said, buyers who built after the initial infrastructure was in place have largely had positive experiences.



Google Rating: 3.0 stars (The Settlement community)

Toll Brothers is the premier luxury name in national production building, and their price points reflect that — typically building at two times or more compared to other builders on this list. They offer beautifully finished homes in well-located communities, and for many buyers the tradeoff is worth it.

Meritage Homes is a national production builder with an active presence in the Greenville market, and they stand out from most builders on this list for one key reason: energy efficiency. Meritage has earned the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year award 11 times, and their homes consistently outperform the average new construction home on energy efficiency ratings. Meritage Homes Standard features in every Meritage home include spray foam insulation, Low-E windows, and high-performance HVAC units— things that are often costly upgrades with other builders.