Wm. Murry & Son / Murry Communities
A long-standing Lancaster County builder and community developer with generations of local knowledge.
- Founded
- 1970s
- Years in Business
- 50+ years
- Headquarters
- Lancaster County, PA
- Categories
- 4 tracks
Company
Who they are.
"Long-view community development — build neighborhoods that still feel right in twenty years."
Wm. Murry & Son (Murry Companies) is a multi-generational Lancaster County builder and land developer. They both build homes and develop the master-planned communities in which they and other builders operate.
Their reach is broad — from townhome and villa communities to family neighborhoods to build-on-your-lot work.
Recognition
- Multi-decade Parade of Homes participant
- Community-development recognition
Where They Build
Active market map.
Deep Lancaster County concentration.
Lancaster County
- Manheim Township
- Warwick
- East Hempfield
- West Hempfield
Home Styles
What they build.
Villa (55+)
Signature category.
Townhomes
Low-maintenance communities.
Traditional Two-Story
Family plans.
Price Range
What it costs to build here.
- Starting price
- High $300s (townhome)
- Average price
- $500,000 – $700,000
- Luxury range
- $900,000+
Value-forward with community-scaled amenities.
Floor Plans
What they build, at a glance.
- Bedrooms
- 2 – 5
- Bathrooms
- 2 – 4
- Square Footage
- 1,600 – 3,800
- Garage
- 2-car standard
- First-Floor Primary
- Featured in villa plans
Popular Layouts
Customization
How much can you personalize?
- Design Center
- Selection studio.
- Structural Options
- Menu-based.
- Interior Selections
- Broad menu.
- Exterior Selections
- Multiple elevations.
- Overall Flexibility
- Semi-custom.
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 + 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: Buyers who value multigenerational local knowledge and full-service master-planned communities.
Strengths
- Community development depth
- Villa/townhome expertise
- Long-view build quality
Potential Trade-offs
- Concentrated in Lancaster County
- Less flashy marketing than newer builders
Questions to Ask Before You Sign
- 01
Who develops the master-plan and who builds — Murry, or another partner builder?
- 02
What are the HOA fees and what do they cover?
Frequently Asked Questions
What buyers ask us about Wm. Murry & Son / Murry Communities.
Do Murry and Wm. Murry & Son build the same homes?
Yes — both names refer to the same family enterprise, which also develops master-planned communities.
Are they at the Parade of Homes?
Yes — long-time featured builder.
Do they build 55+ villas?
Yes — a signature category.
Where do they build?
Primarily Lancaster County.
Do they develop the communities they build in?
Often, yes. In some cases, other builders build within Murry-developed communities.
What warranty?
1 / 2 / 10.
Can I use my own lender?
Yes.
Do they have move-in-ready inventory?
Yes, in most active communities.
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Editorial builder and community overviews are for educational purposes and reflect general market information. Pricing, availability, timelines, HOA fees, taxes, and floor plans change frequently — always confirm details directly with the builder before signing any contract.