2869 E 103rd Dr Thornton, CO 80229

McStain Neighborhoods, founded in 1966 in Boulder, Colorado, is a regional homebuilder recognized for its leadership in sustainable residential development along the Colorado Front Range. The company specializes in energy-efficient, health-focused homes and master-planned communities, integrating advanced building technologies such as Zero Energy Ready standards, ENERGY STAR certification, and EPA Indoor airPLUS and WaterSense programs. McStain’s portfolio includes single-family homes, townhomes, and mixed-use residential projects, with notable communities like Arras Park and Painted Prairie. Historically a privately held builder, McStain underwent a significant ownership change in October 2022 when Kansas City-based Platform Ventures acquired a majority stake, aligning McStain with a broader residential platform that includes Scott Felder Homes and Inspired Homes. The company’s investment strategy emphasizes infill and redevelopment projects in established neighborhoods, prioritizing sustainability and design innovation as competitive differentiators. McStain’s BeWell House program exemplifies its commitment to wellness and environmental stewardship, offering all-electric homes with integrated solar and advanced indoor air quality systems. McStain’s operations are concentrated in the Denver metro and Boulder County. The firm currently operates in five actively selling communities, with annual production estimated at 70–80 homes. Its customer base primarily consists of move-up and environmentally conscious buyers seeking customizable, high-performance homes. Top markets include Denver, Boulder, and Aurora, where McStain’s projects leverage proximity to employment centers and transit corridors. Strategic positioning as a boutique, sustainability-driven builder enables McStain to compete effectively against national homebuilders by offering differentiated product design and green building credentials.