EG Stoltzfus Homes
A third-generation Lancaster County builder known for careful craftsmanship and a strong farmhouse/traditional design sensibility.
- Founded
- 1960s
- Years in Business
- 60+ years
- Headquarters
- Gap, PA
- Categories
- 3 tracks
Company
Who they are.
"Old-country craftsmanship applied to modern homes — the details matter, and shortcuts don't."
EG Stoltzfus Homes has been building in Lancaster County for three generations. Rooted in a strong craftsmanship tradition, they build across a spectrum from semi-custom production homes to fully custom estates.
Their aesthetic tends toward traditional and farmhouse elevations that feel at home in Lancaster's rural landscape — but they build modern and transitional homes as well.
Recognition
- Multi-year Lancaster Parade of Homes featured builder
- Builder's Association of Metropolitan Harrisburg awards
Where They Build
Active market map.
Strong presence across the region with both community and build-on-your-lot programs.
Lancaster County
- Manheim Township
- Warwick
- Salisbury Township
- Elizabethtown
- Mount Joy
Dauphin County
- Derry Township
- South Hanover
Lebanon County
- Cornwall
- South Londonderry
Home Styles
What they build.
Farmhouse
Their signature elevation — board-and-batten, standing-seam metal accents, wraparound porches.
Traditional Two-Story
Classic Colonial and Georgian influences.
Craftsman
Timber-forward with stone accents.
Modern Custom
Available on the fully-custom track.
Price Range
What it costs to build here.
- Starting price
- Mid $400s
- Average price
- $600,000 – $850,000
- Luxury range
- $1M – $2M+ for custom estates
Higher included quality than typical production; strong emphasis on materials over marketing.
Floor Plans
What they build, at a glance.
- Bedrooms
- 3 – 6
- Bathrooms
- 2.5 – 5
- Square Footage
- 2,200 – 5,500
- Garage
- 2 or 3-car attached, side-load options
- First-Floor Primary
- Featured in several signature plans
Popular Layouts
Customization
How much can you personalize?
- Design Center
- In-house selection studio with dedicated designer.
- Structural Options
- High — bump-outs, custom porches, roof-line modifications available.
- Interior Selections
- Custom cabinetry available, real hardwood, extensive tile and stone options.
- Exterior Selections
- Full elevation customization on custom track; multiple elevation packages on production.
- Overall Flexibility
- One of the more flexible semi-custom builders in the region.
Construction Process
From contract to keys.
- Timeline
- 7 – 12 months depending on scope.
- Contract
- Fixed-price contract with allowance line items on the custom track.
- Deposits
- 10% typical at signing; additional draws at selection milestones.
- Selections
- Structured across 3 – 5 sessions with the design team.
- Communication
- Weekly updates and a dedicated project manager.
- Warranty
- 1 / 2 / 10 warranty structure.
- Walkthrough
- Pre-drywall, mechanical rough-in, and final orientation walks.
Financing
How the money moves.
- Construction financing
- Custom track: buyer's construction-to-permanent loan. Production: builder-financed, close at completion.
- Rate lock
- Extended locks available with local and national lenders; Corie Adams Lending Team can structure both.
- Incentives
- Occasional, community-specific.
- Closing costs
- Buyer-paid.
Prospective Buyer Tips
Honest guidance, before you sign.
Best fit for: Buyers who want traditional/farmhouse aesthetics with better-than-production materials and a family-run experience.
Strengths
- Craftsmanship-first ethos
- Strong customization flexibility
- Multi-generational reputation in the county
- Beautiful farmhouse elevations
Potential Trade-offs
- Higher price point than pure production competitors
- Longer build timelines on custom track
- Fewer active communities than the largest builders
Questions to Ask Before You Sign
- 01
Which track am I on — semi-custom or fully custom — and how does that affect timeline and pricing?
- 02
What allowances are set for finishes, and are those realistic?
- 03
How are change orders priced and how quickly are they approved?
- 04
Who is my day-to-day point of contact during construction?
Frequently Asked Questions
What buyers ask us about EG Stoltzfus Homes.
Is EG Stoltzfus custom or production?
Both. They run parallel semi-custom production and fully-custom build tracks.
Do they build on my land?
Yes — build-on-your-lot is a core offering.
How long does a build take?
Semi-custom production runs 7 – 9 months; fully-custom homes commonly run 10 – 14 months.
Is their pricing fixed or cost-plus?
Fixed-price contracts with allowance line items for finish selections.
Can I bring my own architect?
Yes — on the custom track, they collaborate readily with buyer-selected architects.
Do they offer a design center?
Yes, with a dedicated interior designer and material library.
What areas do they build in?
Lancaster, Dauphin, and Lebanon Counties, with occasional projects in Chester and York.
Are they at the Parade of Homes?
Yes — regular featured Parade of Homes builder.
Do they build multigenerational homes?
Yes, in-law suites and multi-gen plans are a growing part of their portfolio.
What's the warranty?
Standard 1-year workmanship, 2-year mechanical, 10-year structural.
What is their design aesthetic?
Traditional and farmhouse-forward, with growing modern and transitional work.
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