McBride Homes: St. Louis' Largest New Home Builder for 80 Years
Building a new home in St. Louis doesn't have to be complicated. For 80 years, McBride Homes has helped families throughout the St. Louis metro area bring their homeownership goals to life, from choosing a Quick Move-In Home to personalizing a home built from the ground up.
With guidance through every step, including financing options and warranty protection, McBride makes the new home journey simple, transparent, and stress-free. Explore thoughtfully designed single-family homes, spacious floor plans, and low-maintenance townhomes, all built with quality, care, and lasting value.

Why Buyers Choose McBride Homes
For more than 80 years, McBride Homes has built more new homes across the St. Louis metro area than any other builder. Founded in 1946 by carpenter Joseph C. McBride with a mission to build affordable homes for returning WWII veterans, the company has grown into Missouri's largest homebuilder and one of the nation's top privately-owned builders, without losing its hometown, family-owned roots.
Today, buyers can explore more than 55 communities and 220+ Quick Move-In Homes throughout St. Louis County, St. Charles County, Warren County, Franklin County, Phelps County, and Jefferson County, choosing from single-family homes, townhomes, and luxury finish options to fit their lifestyle and budget.
| Company Name | McBride Homes |
|---|---|
| Years In Business | 80+ years (Est. 1946) |
| Where We Build | St. Louis County, St. Charles County, Phelps County, Jefferson County, Franklin County, Warren County, and Crawford County, MO |
| Communities | 65 |
| Homes Under Construction | 217 |
| Key Markets | Proudly building throughout the greater St. Louis metro area |
| Awards & Recognition | St. Louis Magazine Best Builder (A-List Award), St. Louis Post-Dispatch Headliner Award for Best Builder, NAHB National Best Design Center Silver Award; ranked among the nation's largest privately-owned homebuilders by Builder Magazine |
| Financing Information | Preferred lender HomeKey Mortgage offers Fixed, Adjustable Rate, FHA, VA, USDA, and Jumbo loan programs, with online pre-approval in minutes |
| Warranty Information | Every home includes a 1-year workmanship warranty, a 2-year distribution systems warranty (electrical, plumbing, mechanical), and a 10-year structural warranty, tracked through an online Homeowner Portal |
80+
Years Building Homes
40,000+
Homes Built
10-Year
Structural Warranty
6
Counties Served
Available Homes
| Address | Community | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Price | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4573 Bella Terra Drive Arnold, MO 63010 | Bella Terra | 3 | 2 | 1,279 | $401,557 | Active | View Details |
| 4566 Bella Terra Drive Arnold, MO 63010 | Bella Terra | 3 | 2 | 1,539 | $414,472 | Active | View Details |
| 4585 Bella Terra Drive Arnold, MO 63010 | Bella Terra | 3 | 2.5 | 1,728 | $426,332 | Active | View Details |
| 4605 Bella Terra Drive Arnold, MO 63010 | Bella Terra | 3 | 2 | 1,539 | $432,469 | Active | View Details |
| 4609 Bella Terra Drive Arnold, MO 63010 | Bella Terra | 4 | 2.5 | 2,001 | $449,900 | Active | View Details |
| 4584 Bella Terra Drive Arnold, MO 63010 | Bella Terra | 4 | 2.5 | 1,902 | $452,686 | Active | View Details |
| 31 Bluestem Court Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367 | Bluestem Estates | 3 | 2 | 1,570 | $459,900 | Active | View Details |
| 24 Bluestem Court Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367 | Bluestem Estates | 4 | 2.5 | 2,784 | $543,361 | Active | View Details |
| 35 Bluestem Court Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367 | Bluestem Estates | 4 | 2.5 | 2,940 | $549,900 | Active | View Details |
| 15 Bluestem Court Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367 | Bluestem Estates | 4 | 2.5 | 2,784 | $557,149 | Active | View Details |
| 23 Bluestem Court Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367 | Bluestem Estates | 4 | 3.5 | 2,904 | $684,900 | Active | View Details |
| 18415 Boone Ridge Manor Drive Truesdale, MO 63380 | Boone Ridge | 3 | 2 | 1,279 | $314,900 | Active | View Details |
| 18432 Boone Ridge Manor Drive Truesdale, MO 63380 | Boone Ridge | 3 | 2 | 1,279 | $331,615 | Active | View Details |
| 18414 Boone Ridge Manor Drive Truesdale, MO 63380 | Boone Ridge | 3 | 2.5 | 1,728 | $334,900 | Active | View Details |
| 18413 Boone Ridge Manor Drive Truesdale, MO 63380 | Boone Ridge | 4 | 2.5 | 1,902 | $374,900 | Active | View Details |
| 18425 Boone Ridge Manor Drive Truesdale, MO 63380 | Boone Ridge | 4 | 2.5 | 1,902 | $376,588 | Active | View Details |
| 18416 Boone Ridge Manor Drive Truesdale, MO 63380 | Boone Ridge | 4 | 2.5 | 2,001 | $398,074 | Active | View Details |
| 613 Tull Court Wentzville, MO 63385 | Boulevard at Wilmer Valley | 3 | 2 | 1,539 | $390,889 | Active | View Details |
| 112 Bell Boulevard Wentzville, MO 63385 | Boulevard at Wilmer Valley | 3 | 2.5 | 1,728 | $395,212 | Active | View Details |
| 600 Tull Court Wentzville, MO 63385 | Boulevard at Wilmer Valley | 4 | 2.5 | 1,902 | $428,586 | Active | View Details |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does McBride Homes build new homes?
McBride Homes builds throughout the St. Louis metro area, including St. Louis County, St. Charles County, Warren County, Franklin County, Phelps County, and Jefferson County, MO, with more than 55 communities currently open.
How long has McBride Homes been building in St. Louis?
McBride Homes was founded in 1946 by Joseph C. McBride and has been building new homes in the St. Louis area for more than 80 years, making it the region's longest-tenured and largest homebuilder.
How many homes has McBride Homes built?
McBride Homes has built more than 40,000 new homes across the St. Louis metro area since 1946 and holds the largest market share of any builder in the region.
What types of homes does McBride Homes build?
McBride Homes builds a wide range of new construction homes, including single-family homes, low-maintenance townhomes, and homes with premium and luxury finishes, across a variety of price points and community types.
Does McBride Homes offer Quick Move-In Homes?
Yes. McBride Homes currently offers more than 220 Quick Move-In Homes across its 55+ communities, allowing buyers to move into a brand-new home without the wait of building from the ground up.
Can I tour a McBride Homes community without a sales appointment?
Yes. Many McBride Homes communities offer NterNow self-guided tours — buyers can scan a QR code at the door for instant access and tour available and model homes on their own schedule.
What financing options are available through McBride Homes?
McBride Homes' preferred lender, HomeKey Mortgage, offers Fixed, Adjustable Rate, FHA, VA, USDA, and Jumbo loan programs, with an easy online application and pre-approval available in as little as five minutes. Buyers are not required to use HomeKey Mortgage and are free to shop for other lenders.
What warranty coverage comes with a new McBride home?
Every new McBride home includes a 1-year workmanship warranty, a 2-year warranty on distribution systems such as electrical, plumbing, and mechanical, and a 10-year structural warranty, along with an online Homeowner Portal for submitting and tracking warranty requests.
What is the McBride Homes Design Studio?
The McBride Homes Design Studio is a 10,000-square-foot selection center in Chesterfield, MO; the largest of its kind in the Midwest. Buyers can personalize their new home with finishes from premier partners, including Moen, Aristokraft, Kichler, Cambria, Sherwin-Williams, Kwikset, Silestone, Daltile, and GE. The Design Studio won the National Association of Home Builders' Silver Award for Best Design Center.
Has McBride Homes won any awards?
Yes. McBride Homes has been named Best Builder by St. Louis Magazine's A-List Awards and the St. Louis Post-Dispatch Headliner Awards, and its Design Studio received the NAHB's National Best Design Center Silver Award. McBride Homes is also ranked among the nation's largest privately-owned homebuilders by Builder Magazine.
Why do buyers choose McBride Homes over other St. Louis builders?
Buyers choose McBride Homes for its 80-year track record, unmatched selection of communities and floor plans, award-winning Design Studio, and reputation as St. Louis' hometown homebuilder. With more homes built and more communities to choose from than any other St. Louis builder, McBride Homes makes finding and personalizing a new home simple.
Get in Touch with McBride Homes
Ready to learn more about new homes in the St. Louis metro area? The McBride Homes team is here to help you every step of the way, from exploring communities to finding the perfect floor plan.
Contact us today or call (314) 888-HOME (4663) to start your new home journey.
