The Homeowner’s Guide to Building on Your Own Lot in Minnesota

Everything You Need to Know to Start Your Custom Home Build with Price Homes

So you’ve purchased a piece of land in Minnesota—congratulations! Whether it’s a lakeside retreat, a wooded lot, or a quiet suburban parcel, you’re already one step closer to building your dream home.

But what now?

At Price Homes, we specialize in new construction homes built on your own lot. We understand the excitement (and uncertainty) that comes with starting a custom home project—especially if it’s your first time. This guide will walk you through the key steps to keep your new build on track from start to finish.

🛠️ Step 1: Evaluate the Buildability of Your Lot

Not all land is ready for immediate construction. Before designing your custom home, it’s important to evaluate:

• Zoning and land use restrictions
  
  
• Soil conditions and proper drainage
  
  
• Setback requirements and easements
  
  
• Access to utilities like water, electric, and gas
  
  
• Septic vs. city sewer availability
  
  

📌 Not sure where to start? Price Homes can help you determine if your land is build-ready.

📐 Step 2: Choose a New Construction Builder That Knows Minnesota

When building on your own lot, you need a builder experienced in custom, on-site construction. At Price Homes, we’ve helped dozens of Minnesota landowners turn empty lots into beautiful, energy-efficient new homes.

What makes Price Homes different?

• We’re experts in custom home design tailored to your land
  
  
• We offer semi-custom and fully custom floor plans
  
  
• We handle permitting, utility connections, and code compliance
  
  
• We build for Minnesota’s unique climate and terrain
  
  

🌲 Step 3: Design a Home That Fits Your Land

Building on your own lot gives you the unique opportunity to design your new build around the land’s natural features. Whether you're building in the woods, near a lake, or in an open prairie, Price Homes helps you maximize views, privacy, and efficiency.

We’ll help you:

• Choose the best home orientation for sunlight and energy savings
  
  
• Select a foundation that works with your soil and slope
  
  
• Personalize layouts, finishes, and exteriors to match your style
  
  

🚧 Step 4: We Handle the Details—From Permits to Move-In

Our team takes care of all the moving parts so you can focus on the fun stuff—like picking out finishes and planning your move.

We manage:

• City or county building permits
  
  
• Site prep and excavation
  
  
• Framing, roofing, and full construction
  
  
• Final walkthroughs and inspections
  
  
• Turnkey delivery of your completed new home
  
  

🏡 Build Your Custom Home with Price Homes

If you're ready to turn your land into a custom new construction home, Price Homes is here to help. We offer personalized consultations and tailored home designs for Minnesota property owners.

📅 Schedule Your Consultation Today

Your land is the foundation—let Price Homes build the rest.