If Texas had an official state sport, it might just be residential construction. According to the latest HBW residential construction permit data, Texas posted 7,071 new permits in June 2026, representing more than $2.3 billion in total construction value. Today, we are zooming in on the top home builders across the four major metropolitan areas—Houston, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio—to see who’s leading the charge, where competition is heating up, and which builders have recently dominated statewide.

Houston

Houston continues to be the gravitational center of Texas homebuilding, with 3,616 permits issued in June—more than Austin, Dallas, and San Antonio combined.

Top 5 Builders – Houston

• D.R. Horton – 515 permits | $139.47M total value | Avg. $270,809
• Lennar Homes – 422 permits | $95.81M | Avg. $227,040
• Perry Homes – 247 permits | $77.64M | Avg. $314,343
• David Weekley Homes – 192 permits | $53.95M | Avg. $280,994
• MHI Coventry Homes – 128 permits | $43.86M | Avg. $342,668

D.R. Horton led Houston last month, with 515 permits representing the single largest regional permit total in the entire state for June. Lennar Homes followed closely, while Perry Homes posted one of the highest average values in the region, signaling a strong foothold in higher‑end product.

Dallas

Dallas recorded 2,180 permits, and while the volume is lower than Houston, the average values tell a story of a market that is continuously leaning toward higher‑priced builds.

Top 5 Builders – Dallas

• D.R. Horton – 311 permits | $82.73M | Avg. $266,016
• Lennar Homes – 244 permits | $80.50M | Avg. $329,933
• Trophy Signature Homes – 170 permits | $69.50M | Avg. $408,805
• Highland Homes – 70 permits | $33.23M | Avg. $474,650
• David Weekley Homes – 63 permits | $29.09M | Avg. $461,814

Additional Note: Perry Homes posted 61 permits—just shy of the top five—but still an important factor for statewide rankings.

This market is all about value density. Highland Homes and David Weekley posted some of the highest average values statewide out of the regional top five, suggesting strong demand for premium product. Trophy Signature Homes also made a notable appearance with a robust 170 permits.

Austin

Austin issued 731 permits, but what it lacks in volume, it makes up for in high average values and a competitive spread among the top builders.

Top 5 Builders – Austin

• D.R. Horton – 60 permits | $17.80M | Avg. $296,720
• Lennar Homes – 49 permits | $10.34M | Avg. $211,058
• Perry Homes – 47 permits | $23.47M | Avg. $499,310
• KB Homes – 45 permits | $14.01M | Avg. $311,272
• Taylor Morrison Homes – 39 permits | $17.98M | Avg. $461,107

Perry Homes stole the spotlight here with an average value just shy of half a million dollars. Taylor Morrison also posted a strong showing, reinforcing Austin’s reputation for higher‑end residential construction.

San Antonio

San Antonio recorded 544 permits, with a mix of mid‑range and higher‑value construction.

Top 5 Builders – San Antonio

• Lennar Homes – 79 permits | $17.35M | Avg. $219,566
• Perry Homes – 70 permits | $28.23M | Avg. $403,240
• KB Homes – 34 permits | $8.81M | Avg. $258,974
• Pulte Homes – 30 permits | $5.98M | Avg. $199,327
• Continental Homes of Texas – 29 permits | $8.28M | Avg. $285,556

Additional Note: D.R. Horton posted 5 permits, not enough for the top five but still relevant for statewide totals.

Perry Homes once again posted one of the highest average values, reinforcing their statewide trend toward premium builds. Lennar Homes led the region in total permits, continuing their strong statewide performance.

Statewide Leaders: The Big Three

When combining permit totals across all four metros, three builders rise unmistakably to the top:

1. D.R. Horton – 891 permits statewide –The undisputed statewide leader. D.R. Horton’s footprint is massive, consistent, and spread across every major metro.

2. Lennar Homes – 794 permits statewide – Lennar is the only builder to place in the top five in every metro area.

3. Perry Homes – 425 permits statewide – Perry Homes may not always lead in volume, but their average values are among the highest statewide, signaling a strong position in the move‑up and luxury segments.

Cross‑Market Insights & Competitive Takeaways

There were several builders that appeared in multiple top‑five lists, and they are as follows:

• D.R. Horton – Top five in Houston, Dallas, Austin
• Lennar Homes – Top five in all four metros
• Perry Homes – Top five in Houston, Austin, San Antonio
• David Weekley Homes – Top five in Houston and Dallas
• KB Homes – Top five in Austin and San Antonio

This crossover is more than a fun fact—it serves as a strategic indicator. Builders with multi‑market strength often benefit from economies of scale, diversified land positions, and broader brand recognition. For construction professionals, patterns of this nature help forecast pricing pressure, subcontractor demand, and regional competition intensity.

Overall, permit data can be a scoreboard, yes, but it is also a strategic compass. Whether you are a GC, subcontractor, supplier, or developer, understanding who’s building, where they’re building, and at what value helps you anticipate demand, adjust pricing, and position your business competitively. The data for last month shows that the Texas market is robust, diversified, and still very much in growth mode. The big players are expanding, regional builders are carving out niches, and the overall landscape continues to offer opportunities for those who know where to find them.

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