Richmond, you did it again, and we thank you. Readers of the Richmond Times-Dispatch have voted Main Street Homes The Best Homebuilder in the 2026 Readers' Choice awards. This is our 10th Best Homebuilder title since the contest began, and it comes in a very special year. In 2026, Main Street Homes is celebrating 30 years of building new homes in Central Virginia. 

We are also proud to share that our Oasis community in Chesterfield County was voted The Best New Homes Community. You can read more about that honor in our Oasis award story. 

30 Years of Building in Central Virginia 

Main Street Homes started in 1996 with one simple goal: to build new homes with quality and style. Thirty years later, that goal has not changed. We now build in more than 15 communities across Chesterfield, Henrico, Powhatan, New Kent, and Amelia counties. 

Over three decades, we have learned what Central Virginia homebuyers want. They want a home built well, finished on time, and delivered clean on move-in day. They want design personalization without the cost of a custom home. And they want a builder who listens. 

An Employee-Owned Home Builder 

In 2025, Main Street Homes became employee-owned through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). That means the people who work with you along your journey, walk you through your new home, and support your warranty needs are also owners of the company. Employee ownership matters to you as a buyer. Our team has a personal stake in every home we build. When we say we stand behind our work, we mean it as owners. 

Why This Award Matters

 The Best Homebuilder title comes from people who live here in RVA. It’s voted on by Richmond-area readers, homeowners, and neighbors. Winning it 10 times tells us that our homeowners trust us and share their stories with friends and family. 

This award also joins a long list of accolades, including multiple Homebuilder of the Year awards from the Home Building Association of Richmond, more than 120 Parade of Homes awards since 1996, and a spot on Builder magazine's list of top U.S. home builders. 

Thank You 

Thank you to our homeowners for voting for us. Thank you to our trade partners, who bring skill and care to every job site. And thank you to our employee-owners, who make Main Street Homes what it is.

Find Your New Home in Central Virginia 

Ready to see why Richmond keeps choosing Main Street Homes? Explore new homes in Central Virginia, browse all of our communities, or visit our award-winning Oasis community in Midlothian. Learn more about Main Street Homes and plan a visit to one of our model homes. 

Quick Answers 

Who is the best homebuilder in Richmond, Virginia? 

Readers of the Richmond Times-Dispatch voted Main Street Homes The Best Homebuilder in 2026. It is the company's 10th Best Homebuilder win. 

How long has Main Street Homes been building in Central Virginia? 

Main Street Homes has built new homes in Central Virginia since 1996. The company is celebrating 30 years in 2026. 

Is Main Street Homes employee-owned? 

Yes. Main Street Homes became 100% employee-owned through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in 2025. 

Where does Main Street Homes build? 

Main Street Homes builds in more than 15 communities in Chesterfield, Henrico, Powhatan, New Kent, and Amelia counties.