About Empire Homes
Empire Homes, formerly known as Empire Communities, is a privately held homebuilding company headquartered in Vaughan, Ontario. Founded in 1993, the company has grown into one of North America’s largest privately owned homebuilders, delivering more than 38,000 homes and condominiums across Canada and the United States. Empire Homes operates in multiple markets, including Ontario, Texas, Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Colorado, focusing on both low-rise and high-rise residential developments. The company manages all aspects of the building process, from land acquisition and planning to construction and customer service. In 2025, Empire Communities rebranded as Empire Homes to emphasize its commitment to attainable housing and community development. The company remains privately owned and continues to expand its footprint through strategic acquisitions and land development initiatives.
Accolades
Central Texas: 2025 - 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty - Platinum Builder
Central Texas: 2024 - 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty - Platinum Builder
Central Texas: 2024 - HBA MAX Awards - Volume Builder Best In-Town/Urban Home Project Design
Central Texas: 2023 - Texas Association of Builders Star Award - Volume Builder Best Product Design (600K-725K)
Central Texas: 2013 - San Antonio Parade of Homes Green Award
Houston: 2025 Houston's Best PRISM award for Best Production Builder Home Design $350,000 to $400,000
Houston: 2025 Houston's Best PRISM award for Best Production Builder Bath
Actively Selling Markets
Atlanta
18 Communities Avg $635K
Austin
13 Communities Avg $422K
Charlotte
12 Communities Avg $620K
Chattanooga
4 Communities Avg $448K
Colorado Springs
8 Communities Avg $546K
Greenville
2 Communities Avg $416K
All Communities by Empire Homes
Newest Communities by Empire Homes
SELF-GUIDED TOUR AVAILABLE. Welcome home to Adelton, a 348-acre community with tree-lined streets, miles of trails and plenty of green spaces. It’s the perfect backdrop to grow something special, with curated amenities like a resort-style pool and expansive pavilion and main lawn to make lasting memories with neighbors turned friends. At Adelton, you can be close to everything you need in Austin
Nestled on 15 acres in the heart of Pflugerville, Villas at Rowe offers a place where belonging feels natural and the world around you feels wide open. Just northeast of SH 45 / TX 130, and only a short drive from Austin, this intimate community of twin villa townhomes invites you to embrace both adventure and tranquility. Spend mornings in your private backyard, afternoons walking shaded trails
SELF-GUIDED TOUR AVAILABLE. Empire Trace is a thoughtfully crafted community designed for those seeking a fulfilling and enriched lifestyle. Nestled in the heart of San Marcos, this exceptional neighborhood features contemporary homes that harmonize with the breathtaking landscape, fostering a tranquil atmosphere that encourages connection and togetherness. With expansive green spaces and
Sharing its name with the Attwater Prairie Chicken, a native symbol of Texas grasslands, this community reflects the quiet strength and grounded spirit of Waller County. Set on land once shaped by ranchers and wide horizons, Attwater now offers a place to settle into something slower, simpler, and more enduring. Families are drawn here not just for the open skies, but for the sense of
Named in honor of Texas pioneer Charles Goodnight, this one-of-a-kind community blends Austin’s independent spirit with modern, master-planned living. Just eight miles from downtown and minutes from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, this Lone Star community was born from a rare partnership between the proud Austonian landowners of Goodnight Ranch and Benchmark Development. But what truly
SELF-GUIDED TOUR AVAILABLE. Welcome to Cool Water at Sonterra, a neighborhood designed to make everyday living both effortless and enjoyable. Located just off the I-35 in Jarrell, this community lets you zip to Georgetown or Round Rock in minutes, but still kick back like your hammock has a personal assistant. Think pools, trails, parks, and friendly faces around every corner. Go ahead—get your
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