Earlier this week, we published a market overview of new residential construction in Florida, reporting a total of 6,578 new permits with a combined construction value of $2.22 billion across five major regions: Southwest, Tampa, Orlando, Southeast, and Jacksonville. In this follow-up article, we’re diving deeper into that data to spotlight the top-performing home builders in each region, as well as across the state.
All data has been compiled from building permits collected by HBW, offering construction professionals valuable insights into where and with whom the most activity is taking place.
Statewide Leaders
Across all five regions, a handful of builders clearly led the pack in terms of permit volume. Here’s a quick look at the statewide leaders based on the total number of new residential construction permits on record for the month:
- Lennar Homes – 1,111 permits total
Appearing in the top five across every major region, Lennar Homes appears to be Florida’s most dominant builder by permit volume. - D.R. Horton – 690 permits total
With a consistent presence in all five regions, D.R. Horton remains a strong contender, especially in Tampa and Orlando. - Pulte Homes – 379 permits total
Strong showings in Orlando and Southwest Florida helped place Pulte Homes among the statewide leaders. - Taylor Morrison – 257 permits total
Ranking in the top five in three of five regions, Taylor Morrison continues to secure market share in the mid-to-high-value segment.
Regional Breakdown: Top Builders by Permit Volume
Southwest Florida
In Southwest Florida, more than 320 builders pulled new residential construction permits in May. The following companies topped the charts:
| Builder | Total Permits | Avg. Construction Value |
| Lennar Homes | 258 | $203,291 |
| Pulte Homes | 99 | $173,497 |
| D.R. Horton | 88 | $205,064 |
| Taylor Morrison | 70 | $191,360 |
| GL Building Corporation | 60 | $237,433 |
Lennar led the region with nearly 260 new permits, while GL Building Corporation stood out with one of the highest average values of the top five.
Tampa
With approximately 230 active home builders on record, Tampa remained a hotbed for new construction activity:
| Builder | Total Permits | Avg. Construction Value |
| Lennar Homes | 419 | $359,523 |
| D.R. Horton | 278 | $282,593 |
| Taylor Morrison | 101 | $375,873 |
| The Villages of Lake Sumter | 93 | $175,000 |
| Homes By West Bay | 77 | $573,661 |
Notably, Homes By West Bay had the highest average value of all leading Tampa builders, reflecting a focus on custom or luxury construction.
Orlando
In the Orlando area, more than 175 contractors had new residential permits on record. The leading builders were:
| Builder | Total Permits | Avg. Construction Value |
| D.R. Horton | 196 | $356,163 |
| Pulte Homes | 150 | $363,979 |
| Lennar Homes | 140 | $303,662 |
| Taylor Morrison | 53 | $446,537 |
| AMH Development | 38 | $359,167 |
The Orlando market was closely contested, with all five top builders pulling more than 35 permits each and average values hovering in the mid-to-high $300s.
Southeast Florida
In Southeast Florida, more than 120 builders pulled permits, with the following companies leading the region:
| Builder | Total Permits | Avg. Construction Value |
| Lennar Homes | 177 | $215,610 |
| Minto Communities | 91 | $249,122 |
| KH East Coastal FL Homes | 59 | $410,476 |
| GL Building Corporation | 57 | $461,742 |
| D.R. Horton | 56 | $228,461 |
GL Building Corporation and KH East Coastal FL Homes reported some of the highest average values statewide out of the to five, indicative of premium product offerings.
Jacksonville
With more than 130 builders active in the Jacksonville area, the top five included both national names and local standouts:
| Builder | Total Permits | Avg. Construction Value |
| Lennar Homes | 117 | $239,742 |
| Richmond American Homes | 77 | $307,197 |
| D.R. Horton | 72 | $301,469 |
| Meritage Homes | 63 | $188,564 |
| American Classic Homes | 59 | $112,458 |
Richmond American and D.R. Horton held strong positions with solid average construction values above $300k.
From Tampa to Southeast Florida, top builders like Lennar Homes, D.R. Horton, and Pulte Homes continue to shape Florida’s residential landscape through high-volume activity and consistent statewide presence. For construction professionals, suppliers, and service providers, understanding where and how these companies are building is essential for strategic growth and market penetration.
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