Alden Homes
A Berks and Lancaster County builder with a growing footprint in amenity-rich communities.
- Founded
- 1990s
- Years in Business
- 25+ years
- Headquarters
- Berks County, PA
- Categories
- 3 tracks
Company
Who they are.
"Deliver well-designed, energy-efficient homes with meaningful included features."
Alden Homes has grown from its Berks County roots into Lancaster and Lebanon Counties. They build both traditional family communities and active-adult neighborhoods.
Known for strong energy efficiency and a straightforward, value-forward pricing model.
Recognition
- Regional Parade of Homes participant
- Energy-efficiency certifications
Where They Build
Active market map.
Cross-county reach from Berks through Lebanon.
Lancaster County
- Ephrata area
- Warwick edges
- West Hempfield
Dauphin County
- Palmyra
Lebanon County
- Cornwall-Lebanon
- South Lebanon
Home Styles
What they build.
Villa (Active Adult)
First-floor primary, low-maintenance.
Traditional Two-Story
Family plans.
Townhomes
Selective communities.
Price Range
What it costs to build here.
- Starting price
- Low $400s
- Average price
- $500,000 – $650,000
- Luxury range
- $800,000+
Value-forward included spec.
Floor Plans
What they build, at a glance.
- Bedrooms
- 2 – 5
- Bathrooms
- 2 – 4
- Square Footage
- 1,700 – 3,800
- Garage
- 2-car standard
- First-Floor Primary
- Featured in villa plans
Popular Layouts
Customization
How much can you personalize?
- Design Center
- Standard selection studio.
- Structural Options
- Menu-based options.
- Interior Selections
- Broad standard menu.
- Exterior Selections
- Multiple elevations.
- Overall Flexibility
- Semi-custom production.
Construction Process
From contract to keys.
- Timeline
- 6 – 8 months.
- Contract
- Standard.
- Deposits
- 5% + design.
- Selections
- Post-contract.
- Communication
- Project manager.
- Warranty
- 1 / 2 / 10.
- Walkthrough
- Pre-drywall and final.
Financing
How the money moves.
- Construction financing
- Builder-financed.
- Rate lock
- Extended locks available.
- Incentives
- Community-specific.
- Closing costs
- Buyer-paid.
Prospective Buyer Tips
Honest guidance, before you sign.
Best fit for: Value-seeking buyers and 55+ households in Central PA.
Strengths
- Energy efficiency
- Value pricing
- Active-adult program
Potential Trade-offs
- Fewer Lancaster-city-side communities
- Less high-end than luxury peers
Questions to Ask Before You Sign
- 01
How does the energy-efficiency package translate to my monthly utility cost?
- 02
What HOA fees apply here?
Frequently Asked Questions
What buyers ask us about Alden Homes.
Where does Alden build?
Berks, Lancaster, and Lebanon Counties primarily.
Are their homes energy efficient?
Yes — energy efficiency is a stated brand strength.
Do they build 55+ homes?
Yes.
How long is the build?
Six to eight months.
What warranty?
1 / 2 / 10.
Do they offer townhomes?
In select communities.
Can I use my own lender?
Yes.
Do they have move-in-ready homes?
Yes, per community.
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