New construction homes for sale.

South Florida remains one of the most active new construction markets in the United States. Palm Beach County alone added over 8,000 new single-family permits in 2024. Master-planned communities like Westlake, Arden, and Avenir continue to absorb strong demand from both domestic and international buyers. Broward County’s new construction pipeline leans toward townhomes and mid-rise condos. St. Lucie County offers the most affordable new construction in South Florida. Anchored by Port St. Lucie and Tradition, prices regularly run $100,000–$150,000 below comparable Palm Beach County communities.

Builder pricing is not fixed. Contrary to what builder sales agents often imply, new construction pricing includes flexibility. That flexibility shows up most on lot premiums, design center credits, closing cost assistance, and mortgage rate buydowns. Builders with unsold standing inventory (spec homes) are especially motivated to negotiate. Our agents transact across every major South Florida builder community and know where the leverage exists at each one.

CDD fees are a hidden cost. Many South Florida communities carry Community Development District (CDD) fees. These show up as a separate line on your annual tax bill, ranging from $800 to $4,000+ per year. They repay bonds used to finance infrastructure and can last 20–30 years. Always confirm CDD status before signing. Notable CDD-free communities include Westlake and select villages within GL Homes’ portfolio.

Builder contracts heavily favor the builder. These are not standard FAR/BAR contracts. They are drafted by builder legal teams and include clauses around construction timelines, price escalation, change orders, and warranty limitations. Dispute arbitration clauses are also standard. Having representation means having a second set of eyes on every clause before you sign. We review all new construction contracts at no additional cost as part of buyer representation.