If you are thinking over the pros and cons of owning a home in the area of Arcadia and Monrovia, the answer is simple: you should do it.
Arcadia has a home appreciation rate of 4.1 percent and it’s 5.7 percent for houses in Monrovia. Both have features of a big city and abundant recreational areas. Most of the homes in these cities are single-family type, built in the 1940s to the 1960s. With all of that in mind, we offer a list of the top ten custom home builders in Arcadia and Monrovia who can build you the home that works best for your needs and your family’s desires. In order to come up with this list, we looked at the awards, the work history, and the recent projects of a number of different firms in the area. We also took into consideration reviews submitted by former clients.
Dexter Corporation
255 East Santa Clara St. Suite 220, Arcadia, CA 91006
Dexter Corporation builds grand homes and luxurious communities. The firm has already developed more than $300 million worth of property. A look in the company’s portfolio presents clients with elegant homes and perfectly matched landscapes. The firm pre-sells many of its houses, allowing the company to create custom floor plans according to the client’s request. Additionally, Dexter Corporation has connections to professional designers who can customize finishes and home furnishings for the buyer.
The firm’s building process starts by picking the best location. From there, the architect works on setting and building the best-suited floor plans. Construction management will supervise everything when the building starts. Finally, an interior designer will provide the perfect finishing touches to complement the home’s architecture.
Million Construction & Development
124 Las Tunas Drive, Arcadia CA 91007
Another custom luxury home builder on this list is Million Construction & Development. The firm is behind many magnificent homes in San Gabriel Valley. Before focusing on real estate construction and development, owner Benson Tse managed more than 20 hotels worldwide. His professional experience allowed him to incorporate rigor and grandeur in the projects of the firm. As a result, clients consistently praise the firm for its timeliness, craftsmanship, and the state of the art amenities in its designs.
On the job site, the company puts a priority on safety, and the firm goes beyond industry standards in this regard. Million Construction & Development offers clients pre-construction, program management, design development, interior design management, inspection, and quality control.
Tipping Custom Homes
911 S Primrose Ave, Suite P Monrovia, CA 91016
Tipping Custom Homes promises to build luxury homes that will give the client a 5-star experience. The firm collaborates with the best architects and interior designers nationwide to work on its projects. The firm also uses “The 5 Simple Steps”™ process: clients simply describe what they want, then the design team will draw it. The client approves the design, then the firm builds it—on schedule and within the budget.
The firm has many custom homes in its gallery that clients can take inspiration from. This one-level home in Arcadia with 6,500-square-feet of living space is a great example. This spacious home features a see-through fireplace, a tiered home theater, and a wok kitchen. The home has a neutral interior and contemporary ranch design: a dream home.
Sunny Construction
711 South 1st Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006
Sunny Construction started in 1993 with simple projects—installing new doors, for example. Fast forward to more than 20 years, the company is now one of the most reputable home builders in San Gabriel Valley. The firm now covers the areas of Pasadena, Monrovia, Arcadia, Temple City, Sierra Madre, El Monte, Rosemead, Alhambra, San Gabriel, Monterey Park, La Canada, and San Marino. The firm focuses on residential development, including both single-family and multi-family homes.
The firm’s gallery is full of impressive homes. Take this 4,570-square-foot residence in Arcadia, for example. The company created it in collaboration with designer Philip Chan of PDS Studio. All the details in this home speak to its luxurious feel. The home has four full suite bedrooms, including a master suite with a private retreat sitting area, a wet bar, and a private gym room with a sauna. The property is also fully integrated with automation controls. Sunny Construction has come a long way from installing new doors.
Bade Construction Co., Inc.
77 W. Las Tunas Drive, Suite 202, Arcadia, CA 91007
Bade Construction Co., Inc. has the longest professional history on this list. This family-owned business started with Milt Bade who began building homes in the early 1960s. Later, his son, Chris, joined the company in the mid-1970s where he thrived for 30 years. Their legacy continues today under the leadership of Susan Bade Hull, Milt’s daughter, who’s been with the company for over 20 years.
The numerous homes built by Bade Construction have left an indelible mark on Arcadia and the San Gabriel Valley as a whole. Beyond employing seasoned professionals and using high-quality materials, the business has a keen eye for detail that comes from their decades of experience in the industry.
Bowden Development
212 West Foothill Blvd. Monrovia, CA 91016
Bowden Development is a building veteran. With more than forty years of experience, the firm has completed over 500 projects. The firm believes that its strength is its unique comprehension of details, needs, and the impact of its projects. This Monrovia-based firm also makes sure to consider the community in its designs, assuring that the project will not only blend well but also improves the appearance of the neighborhood.
A perfect example is this home in North Alta Vista. The challenge? The firm had to incorporate the design elements of the 1920s-era home into a “modern-style bungalow.” So Bowden Development consulted with the Monrovia Historical Commission and the City Historian. The home now features a natural rock porch entry, outdoor seating, and matching window grid patterns, just like homes 100 years ago.
Giantech Construction, Inc.
2 La Porte Street, Arcadia, California 91006
Giantech Construction has been in the industry for over 30 years. The firm is a recipient of the Congressional Award and the Alhambra Chamber of Commerce Award. This Arcadia-based firm offers full, high-quality design and construction services. It also works on custom homes, multi-family homes, and mixed-use projects.
What is noticeable about the projects of Giantech Construction is its size. Most of its huge homes are located in Arcadia, including Camino Real, West Longden Road, North Stoneman Avenue, and East Winnie Way. The largest in the city is in Oaklawn Road, a 9,800-square-foot home. But the biggest home in Giantech Construction’s portfolio is this 12,000-square-foot residence in Pasadena.
Richard Smith Development
124 N First Ave. Suite #101, Arcadia, CA 91006
Since its establishment in 1985, Richard Smith has kept hands-on in all aspects of construction. That is why he knows every detail—from the storm drain infrastructure to the front door keys. Richard focuses on custom home building and high-end residential remodeling. He also has some commercial and industrial projects across Los Angeles County.
The gallery of Richard Smith Development is full of simply beautiful houses. Potential clients can check the home photos and read the detailed description for inspiration. One of the most impressive projects is this English mansion in Santa Anita Oaks. The home is made of wonderful raw materials: marble, granite, travertine, wrought iron, crystal, and solid hardwood. Some of its impressive amenities include an elevator, a home theater, a wine cellar, and an outdoor entertainment center. It even has a home automation system.
Mur-Sol Builders
119 E. St. Joseph Street, Arcadia, CA 91006
The key to success for Mur-Sol Builders is to execute all aspects of in-house real estate development and marketing management in its projects. This allows the firm to satisfy clients from luxury homes up to industrial projects. Mur-Sol Builders has been investing in and developing real estate for over 50 years now. Aside from wholly-owned projects, it also has joint venture partnerships.
This firm’s primary focus on residential development includes planned unit developments, multi-family complexes, and custom homes. The firm provides a variety of services, including land acquisition, entitlements, design management, warranty work, and homeowner care. One of the firm’s most recent projects is this 7,550-square-feet custom home in Arcadia, completed in 2019.
Saxony Design Build
120 S Avenue 64, Los Angeles, CA 90042
Saxony Design Build describes its projects as elegant, luxurious, and sophisticated, which is evident in the firm’s design portfolio. In fact, the firm has worked on homes that are valued as high as $10 million. Its projects were featured in at least 20 publications including Tuscan Style and California Homes. The firm’s Principal Interior Designer Joshua Cain has also been featured several times on Designing for the Arts and the “Designer Living” show.
Specializing in residential interiors and exteriors, Saxony Design Build aims to reflect the lives and lifestyles of its clients. Hence, it is keen on finding the perfect details for the project. The firm also makes sure to manage, with high efficiency, all phases of design—from design direction, budget, and project management up to the completion of the home. A great example is this well-detailed traditional home in San Marino.
