Building a Custom Home On Your Lot
We work best with clients who already have land to build on or want to purchase their own lot. This is because building on your residential property gives us the most freedom to create a custom home that best fits your family. Learn more about what to look for in a property and what factors impact the cost of the land.
Reasons to Build on Your Lot vs. Buy
Southernwood Homes specializes in building on land you already own. We help families create the perfect custom home for your property and personality.
Location
Find the perfect place for your home, rather than a decent home somewhere you love. Buying your own land guarantees the best location for your family.
Fewer Limitations
When you’re looking for an existing home, you’re limited to what’s already available. And you’ll likely never find a home with everything you want.
Get Exactly What You Want
Buying in an existing development subjects you to hidden costs and unknowns. Constructing on your land guarantees you control over each step.
Where Your Lot Fits Into the Building Process
Maybe you already own property, or are in the process of purchasing it. Either way, we can fit this into our tried-and-true process for building your custom home. This process begins with an initial consultation to understand where you are and what you’re looking for.
What to Look For When Buying a Home Lot
Don’t own your own land yet and aren’t sure what to look for? We have some guidance on how to get the best property for you and what to expect when you purchase.
Location
Select the area where you’d like to settle down. You can begin looking for property online or drive around and search for For Sale signs.
Proximity
How close is the property to your job? Schools? Shopping? Hospitals? Determine what’s most important to you and choose accordingly.
Utilities
Who would be your electricity provider in the new home? What about water, gas, and internet? Location often determines these, so keep that in mind.
Condition
Is the lot big enough for your dream home? Is it cleared or forested? Is it level or sloped? The condition in which you buy the lot impacts the cost and the work to be done.
Cost
You must be able to afford the land and still have enough left over for your home build. However, the more desirable the lot, the more it typically costs.
If you don’t yet have property in North Georgia, here’s where you can start looking:
Start a Custom Home On Your Own Lot
Completing a beautiful custom home on your own property is a goal that you can turn into reality. The journey starts with completing a simple online form to let us know you’re interested.