Come Visit Our Model Home
The Kiawah
5 beds · 4.5 baths · 3,658 sq ft · 2-car garage
Every custom home starts with a conversation. Visit our Kiawah model in Summer Lake to explore our craftsmanship, meet our team, and talk through your vision.
From community homesites to building on your land, we'll help you find the right direction with steady guidance and clear next steps.
From $529,990
Featured Home Plans
Start with one of our floor plans and customize it to fit your land and lifestyle.
Where We Build
On-your-lot custom homes across the Richmond region and Central Virginia.
Why Build with Keel
Central VA On-Your-Lot Experts
Whether you already own land or are planning to purchase, we have the experience to make your vision a reality
Stress-Free Process & Pricing
We believe building your home should be exciting, not overwhelming
Personalized Homes Designed Around Your Lifestyle
Your home is tailored to your tastes and lifestyle—so it truly feels like yours
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How We Build
Your Path to a Custom Home, One Step at a Time
From the first conversation about your land to the day you move in, our six-step process keeps your custom home build on track, transparent, and enjoyable.
- 01
Discovery
Let's talk about your land, goals, budget, and vision.
- 02
Plans & Pricing
Find the right plan, customize it, and put together a proposal.
- 03
Purchase & Preparation
Contract, selections, engineering, permitting, and pre-construction.
- 04
Construction Begins
Your home comes to life.
- 05
Progress & Communication
Walkthroughs, updates, and key milestones along the way.
- 06
Welcome Home
Final walkthrough and move-in day.
Ready to See What's Possible?
Get our Plan Book & Pricing Guide to explore options for your land.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to build a custom home on my lot?+
About 10–12 months from contract to move-in, depending on the plan, site work, and selections.
How much does it cost per square foot to build in the Richmond area?+
In 2026, custom home construction (house only, no land) in the Richmond, VA area typically ranges from $175–$300+ per square foot depending on finishes and complexity.
Can you build on my own lot, or buy one through Keel?+
Both. We specialize in building on your land, and we also have homesites available in our communities.
How customizable are your plans?+
Very. Start with one of our plans and tailor it, or bring your own architectural designs and we'll build them.
Do you tear down existing homes and rebuild?+
Yes — teardown-and-rebuild is often how clients secure the right piece of land to build on.
Your Dream Home Starts Here
Whether you’re looking for inspiration, have questions, or ready to start designing, our team is here to help.
Visit the Model Home
Schedule a tour of the Kiawah model home at Summer Lake in Moseley.
Talk With Us
Book 15 minutes to answer your home building, financing, or land search questions.
Walk Your Lot
A free lot evaluation — we walk the property with you and flag access, soil, septic, and build constraints.
Plan Your Build
Two ways to get your bearings before you talk to anyone.
Have a question?
What would you like to know about building with Keel?