Meritage Homes
Headquartered in Scottsdale · Founded 1985
About Meritage Homes
Meritage Homes was founded in 1985 in Scottsdale, Arizona and has grown into one of the nation's leading homebuilders, publicly traded on the NYSE. They've built over 175,000 homes across 14+ states. Meritage's defining feature is their industry-leading commitment to energy efficiency. Every Meritage home is built with advanced spray-foam insulation, Low-E windows, high-performance HVAC systems, and ENERGY STAR® certification as standard — not an upgrade. They were the first national builder to make every home ENERGY STAR certified, which translates to real monthly savings on utility bills. In Tampa Bay, Meritage builds across Hillsborough, Pasco, Polk, and Manatee counties. Their communities in Zephyrhills, Riverview, and Parrish offer modern, open floor plans at competitive price points. Homes typically range from the low $300s to around $700,000. Meritage also offers their Closing-Ready Guarantee — if your home doesn't close on time, they'll reimburse up to $5,000 in delay-related expenses. Their All-In Pricing model means the price you see includes the lot and all standard features, reducing surprise costs at closing.
Meritage Homes at a Glance
1985
Founded
Scottsdale
Headquarters
$300K – $700K
Price Range
24
Communities
4
Counties Served
Communities by Meritage Homes
Meritage Homes currently has 24 communities listed across Tampa Bay. Click any community for full details, pricing, and incentives.
Hillsborough County
(5 communities)Bearss Landing
Tampa, Hillsborough
$350K – $500K
Crestview at South Fork
Riverview, Hillsborough
$300K – $480K
Mariposa
Riverview, Hillsborough
$330K – $480K
Preston Oaks
Brandon, Hillsborough
$320K – $480K
Waterleaf
Riverview, Hillsborough
$330K – $500K
Pinellas County
(1 community)Pasco County
(4 communities)Country Walk
Wesley Chapel, Pasco
$330K – $520K
Now SellingHilltop Vistas
Dade City, Pasco
$341K – $425K
Radley Way at WaterGrass
Wesley Chapel, Pasco
$350K – $550K
Now SellingTwo Rivers by Meritage
Zephyrhills, Pasco
$320K – $520K
Polk County
(8 communities)Hammock Reserve
Haines City, Polk
$280K – $420K
Lake Deer
Poinciana, Polk
$239K – $317K
Now SellingReserve at Van Oaks
Auburndale, Polk
$294K – $339K
Springs at Lake Alfred
Lake Alfred, Polk
$312K – $389K
Now SellingThe Grove at Stuart Crossing
Bartow, Polk
$280K – $420K
Now SellingThe Grove at Stuart Crossing
Bartow, Polk
$286K – $488K
The Reserve at Hammock Oaks
Lady Lake, Polk
$300K – $349K
Now SellingThe Reserve at Van Oaks
Auburndale, Polk
$280K – $420K
Manatee County
(2 communities)Sarasota County
(2 communities)Where Meritage Homes Builds
Meritage Homes is active in 4 Tampa Bay counties. Click a county to see all communities in that area.
What Meritage Homes Offers
Meritage Homes builds across 2 home types in the Tampa Bay market.
Single-Family Homes
Detached homes with private yards, typically 3-5 bedrooms with owners suites and 2-car garages.
Townhomes
Attached homes offering lower maintenance and competitive pricing — great for first-time buyers and investors.
Specialties & What Sets Meritage Homes Apart
Key differentiators buyers should know about.
- Energy efficiency
- Solar-ready homes
- ENERGY STAR certified
New Construction Buyer Resources
Buying new construction is different from resale. These guides cover what you need to know before signing a builder contract.
Thinking About Meritage Homes? Bring Your Own Agent.
The sales team at any model home works for the builder. Their job is to sell you the home at the best price for the builder — not for you. Barrett represents buyers exclusively in new-construction transactions. He knows the incentives, the upgrade traps, and the contract clauses that catch first-time buyers off guard. His representation is free to you because the builder pays the commission. Call (813) 692-9099 or fill out the form below.
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