Custom Home Builder in Urbandale, Iowa

Construction timelines in Urbandale typically range from 6-10 months from groundbreaking to completion, depending on home size, design complexity, and weather conditions. Executive homes with custom features may take 10-14 months. The complete process including design, permitting, and construction usually takes 9-16 months total. We provide detailed timelines during the planning phase and maintain weekly updates throughout construction to keep you informed.

Definitely! Happe Homes specializes in building custom homes on customer-owned lots throughout Urbandale and Polk County. Whether you have property in Bent Tree Crossing, Biltmore West, Urban Hills, near Living History Farms, or any Urbandale location, we’ll design and build the perfect home for your site. We handle all aspects of site evaluation, engineering, permits, and construction to ensure your lot is optimally utilized for your dream home.

Urbandale offers exceptional value for professionals and families: $113,086 median household income (highest in metro), 48.9% of residents have bachelor’s degrees creating a professional community, direct I-80/I-35 interchange access for quick commutes anywhere, 54 miles of bike trails for outdoor lifestyle, 98% school graduation rate with strong academics, 78.3% homeownership demonstrating stability, $348,190 median home value with 7% annual appreciation, proximity to Living History Farms and Saylorville Lake, and established neighborhoods with modern amenities.

Urbandale Community School District ranks #69 of 302 Iowa districts with exceptional performance: 98% graduation rate (among highest in Iowa), 73% reading proficiency and 66% math proficiency, 14:1 student-teacher ratio for personalized attention, average ACT score of 26, 32% AP participation rate, and 4,255 students in a well-funded, comprehensive program. The district serves a highly educated community with strong parent involvement and consistently delivers quality outcomes.

Yes! We work with preferred lenders who specialize in construction financing and can help you navigate the building loan process. We’ll connect you with experienced loan officers who understand new construction in Waukee and can offer competitive rates. Our team provides detailed cost breakdowns and construction draws documentation to make the financing process smooth and straightforward.

Yes! We work with preferred lenders who specialize in construction financing and understand the Urbandale market. We’ll connect you with experienced loan officers who can offer competitive rates for custom home construction. Our team provides detailed cost breakdowns and construction draw documentation to make the financing process smooth. Many of our Urbandale clients appreciate our relationships with lenders familiar with executive home financing.

Happe Homes builds throughout Urbandale including Bent Tree Crossing (executive neighborhood with mature landscaping), Biltmore West (premium custom lots), Urban Hills (family-friendly community), Urban Loop development area (new modern infrastructure), near Living History Farms, and other premier communities. We also build on custom lots anywhere in Urbandale and Polk County.

Every Happe home includes comprehensive warranty coverage on workmanship and materials. We provide a one-year comprehensive warranty on all construction, extended warranties on major systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical), and manufacturer warranties on appliances and materials. Our commitment to quality doesn’t end at closing, we’re here to support you throughout your homeownership with responsive service and ongoing support. This is especially important for busy professionals who need reliable, quick resolution of any issues.

Urbandale ranks among Iowa’s most professional communities with 48.9% of residents holding bachelor’s degrees and 14.7% with graduate/professional degrees (95.6% high school graduation rate overall). The $113,086 median household income reflects successful careers. Strategic I-80/I-35 location provides quick access to Des Moines corporate headquarters, with only 3.1% unemployment. The community attracts executives, professionals, and successful entrepreneurs seeking quality of life, excellent schools, and a neighborhood of accomplished peers.

Happe Homes offers unique advantages for Urbandale professionals: turnkey home solutions with moving cost assistance (no other Urbandale builder offers this), true custom executive design vs. plan selection, Energy Star certified construction as standard, 22+ years of proven experience, transparent fixed-price contracts, dedicated project managers respecting your time, comprehensive warranty coverage, professional communication suited to busy schedules, and exceptional customer service rated A+ by BBB. We build quality custom homes for professionals who demand excellence.