Our Step-By-Step Guide to Building a New Home With Elliott Homes in 2026

Building a new home is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming if you're not sure what to expect. At Elliott Homes, the process is designed to be clear, flexible and buyer-friendly, whether you want to personalize your home from the ground up or move into something that’s already finished. From choosing the right community to getting the keys in your hand, here’s a step-by-step look at what building a new home with our team really looks like. 

Step 1: Deciding Between a New Build and a Resale Home

One of the first decisions buyers face is whether to purchase a resale home or build new. While resale homes can sometimes offer faster move-in timelines, new construction homes come with long-term advantages that are hard to ignore.

With a new build from our team, everything from the roof and foundation to the appliances and systems behind the walls is brand new. That means fewer surprise repairs, lower maintenance costs, and modern construction standards designed for today’s lifestyles. Energy efficiency is another major benefit, helping homeowners save on utilities while enjoying a more comfortable living environment year-round. 

Beyond the practical advantages, new homes also offer buyers greater peace of mind. You’re not inheriting someone else’s design choices, wear and tear, or outdated layouts. Instead, you’re starting fresh in a home built specifically for how people live today. 

Step 2: Choosing the Right Location and Community

We offer a variety of communities across some of the most desirable and fast-growing areas in the Southwest and West Coast, including Phoenix, AZ, Yuma, AZ, and greater Sacramento, CA. Each location offers its own lifestyle benefits, from vibrant metro access to quieter suburban settings. 

This step is more than just picking a city; it’s about finding the right fit for your daily life, and the proximity to work, schools, outdoor recreation, shopping, and dining all play a role. Our communities are thoughtfully planned to offer convenience, comfort, and long-term value, making it easier to find a place that feels like home from day one. 

Step 3: Selecting Your Homesite and Floor Plan

Once you’ve chosen a community, the next step is selecting a homesite and floor plan that fits your needs. Whether you’re looking for open-concept living, extra storage or flexible spaces that can grow with you, our team offers a variety of thoughtfully designed layouts to choose from. At this stage, buyers who purchase early in the construction process have the added benefit of choosing an interior package. This allows you to put your personal touch on the home without the stress of full custom design decisions. 

Interior packages typically include coordinated selections for cabinetry, countertops, flooring, fixtures and finishes, making it easy to create a cohesive look that matches your style. Instead of settling for someone else’s choices, you’re selecting finishes that feel right for you, all while staying within a streamlined and guided process. 

Step 4: Watching Your Home Come to Life

After your selections are finalized, construction can finally begin. While building a home takes time, our team keeps the process straightforward and organized. Buyers can feel confident knowing their home is being built with quality craftsmanship and attention to detail. 

This phase is also where new construction shines compared to resale. You’re not dealing with unexpected inspection issues or negotiating repairs. Your home is being built new, to modern standards, with everything designed to work together seamlessly. 

Step 5: Considering a Move-In Ready Home

Not everyone wants, or needs, to be a part of the entire building process, and that’s why we also have a number of move-in ready homes available across many of our communities. 

Move-in ready homes offer the best of both worlds, giving you a new construction home without the wait. These homes are already completed or near completion and include professionally selected finishes that appeal to a wide range of styles. This option is ideal for buyers with tighter timelines or those who simply want a faster path to homeownership while still enjoying the benefits of a new build. With a variety of layouts and locations available, buyers still have plenty of options to choose from. 

Why Building With Elliott Homes Makes Sense

Whether you choose to build from the ground up or move into a completed home, our team at Elliott Homes offers flexibility, quality and locations that fit a wide range of lifestyles. From the ability to personalize interior finishes to the peace of mind that comes with new construction, the process is designed to feel approachable, not overwhelming. 

If you’re considering new homes in Phoenix or Yuma, or exploring new construction opportunities in the Sacramento area, our team provides options that make homeownership feel achievable and exciting. When you’re ready to take the next step in the buying process, give us a call at (866) 984-1300 or fill out our online form today.