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I’m Eddie Weir, REALTOR® with REMAX Signature in Greater Houston. K. Hovnanian Homes is a 65-plus-year-old New Jersey-based public builder (NYSE: HOV) with a growing Houston market presence. They cover mid-tier production pricing across several Houston communities, with particularly strong representation at Meridiana and Pomona in the TX-288 corridor. This guide covers where K. Hovnanian builds, what to know about their plan library, and the active-adult Four Seasons brand option for 55+ buyers.
K. Hovnanian Homes · Houston, Texas
What K. Hovnanian Is
Sixty-plus years old. Growing in Houston.
K. Hovnanian Homes was founded in 1959 in New Jersey by Kevork Hovnanian, an immigrant from Armenia who built the company into one of the largest US homebuilders before going public on the NYSE (HOV). The company operates nationally with particular strength on the East Coast and is expanding its Texas presence. In Greater Houston, K. Hovnanian builds mid-tier production homes in several master-planned communities, with notable presence at Meridiana, Pomona, and Hidden River, plus 55+ active-adult communities through the Four Seasons brand.
What K. Hovnanian Is
Public production builder with mid-tier Houston pricing, a growing local footprint, and a separate 55+ active-adult brand (Four Seasons) covering retirement-tier buyers. Plan library spans young-family floor plans through larger move-up sizing, with particular strength in the TX-288 corridor south of Houston.
What K. Hovnanian Isn’t
K. Hovnanian isn’t an entry-level or luxury builder in Houston — they sit firmly in mid-tier production. Houston footprint is more limited than DR Horton, Perry, or Meritage. CHOICE-style plan flexibility is more limited than David Weekley. The local market presence is growing but still smaller than the established Houston-headquartered builders.
Who K. Hovnanian Fits
Mid-tier buyers shopping the TX-288 corridor south of Houston (Meridiana, Pomona, Manvel/Iowa Colony area), young families and move-up buyers in the $300k-$550k range, and active-adult 55+ buyers exploring the Four Seasons brand option for retirement-tier living.
By the Numbers
K. Hovnanian pricing, plain language.
K. Hovnanian’s Houston base prices typically run $280k-$550k across mid-tier communities. The TX-288 corridor (Meridiana, Pomona) is their strongest Houston footprint. Plan availability is more focused than at higher-volume builders.
Typical Base-Price Range
$280s–$550s
Source: K. Hovnanian published base prices across Houston communities, May 2026 (verify at khov.com). Mid-tier across all Houston communities; Four Seasons 55+ brand pricing varies.
Floor Plan Library
30+ plans
Houston-area plans across 1,800 to 3,800+ sq ft. Plan availability typically more limited than DR Horton or Perry in any given community.
Houston MPCs Active
5+ communities
Strongest presence at Meridiana, Pomona, Hidden River, plus other mid-tier communities. Four Seasons 55+ brand at separate active-adult communities.
Structural Warranty
10 years
Plus 2-year systems and 1-year workmanship. Industry-standard tiered warranty.
K. Hovnanian’s Four Seasons brand is a separate consideration. For 55+ active-adult buyers, Four Seasons communities are purpose-built with age-restricted residency, lifestyle amenities, and floor plans designed for downsizing or aging-in-place. The buyer profile is different from K. Hovnanian’s mainline; the price tier is similar. If you’re 55+ or shopping for a parent considering active-adult living, ask the K. Hovnanian sales team specifically about current Four Seasons Houston-area inventory.
Where K. Hovnanian Builds in Houston
Houston communities to start with, quickly.
K. Hovnanian’s Houston footprint concentrates south of the city along the TX-288 corridor (Meridiana, Pomona) with selective presence in northwest and west Houston. The footprint is more focused than at high-volume builders — fewer communities, deeper plan series in each.
Iowa Colony · Alvin ISD
Meridiana
K. Hovnanian’s strongest current Houston footprint. Alvin ISD; TX-288 corridor commute to Texas Medical Center. Plan series cover young-family through mid-tier move-up.
Builder price range: $320s–$510s
View Meridiana guide →Manvel · Alvin ISD
Pomona
K. Hovnanian active in Pomona phases. Alvin ISD; TX-288 corridor; similar buyer profile to Meridiana but slightly closer to the Texas Medical Center.
Builder price range: $310s–$490s
Ask Eddie about Pomona →NW Houston · Tomball ISD
Hidden River
K. Hovnanian mid-tier presence in northwest Houston. Tomball ISD coverage. Plan series cover mid-tier sizing.
Builder price range: $290s–$450s
Ask Eddie about Hidden River →Varies
Other Mid-Tier
K. Hovnanian rotates active mid-tier communities as phases sell out. Ask for the current active-communities list at first contact — their Houston lineup shifts more often than the established local builders.
Builder price range: Varies
Ask Eddie about Other Mid-Tier →Cypress · Cy-Fair ISD
Bridgeland (limited)
Selective K. Hovnanian presence at Bridgeland in newer mid-tier phases. Cy-Fair ISD coverage. Plan availability more limited than the anchor builders here.
Builder price range: $380s–$540s
View Bridgeland guide →Houston area
Four Seasons (55+)
K. Hovnanian’s 55+ active-adult brand operates several Houston-area Four Seasons communities. Age-restricted residency, lifestyle amenities, and aging-in-place floor plans. Ask sales team for current Four Seasons Houston inventory.
Builder price range: $340s–$520s
Ask Eddie about Four Seasons →Varies
Active Inventory
K. Hovnanian Houston inventory varies meaningfully by phase and community. As an East Coast-anchored builder still growing their Texas presence, the local inventory snapshot is worth pulling fresh at the start of any K. Hovnanian shop.
Builder price range: Varies
Ask Eddie about Active Inventory →K. Hovnanian Homes base-price ranges shown as of May 2026, sourced from K. Hovnanian Homes published brochures and the Houston Association of REALTORS® MLS. Plan availability, base pricing, design-center costs, lot premiums, and incentive packages change frequently — verify current with the builder before committing to a deal. Eddie verifies all figures before publish.
Standard vs. Upgrade
The three things nobody warns K. Hovnanian buyers about until later.
K. Hovnanian’s Houston positioning is mid-tier production, and the buyer experience reflects that. Three things matter most for Houston K. Hovnanian buyers.
What’s Standard
Standard package is mid-tier production-builder fare — granite or quartz counters, builder-grade flooring, standard appliance package. Comparable to Perry or DR Horton mainline at the same price tier. Less rich than Highland or David Weekley at the same base price.
Houston Market Presence
Houston market presence is smaller than the established local builders (Perry, David Weekley) and the high-volume nationals (DR Horton, Meritage). That means fewer active communities, sometimes longer build queues, and a Houston sales team that’s still growing. The trade-off is sometimes more flexible negotiation at the local level — they want to win the market share.
The Four Seasons (55+) Brand
K. Hovnanian’s Four Seasons brand is a separate active-adult (55+) line with different floor plans, amenity structures, and residency requirements. If you’re 55+ or shopping for a parent, ask about Four Seasons specifically — the K. Hovnanian mainline sales team can often refer you, but the active-adult product is meaningfully different from the mainline.
Why People Pick K. Hovnanian
Mid-tier production with a growing Houston presence.
K. Hovnanian’s Houston pull is the mid-tier production fit with particular strength in the TX-288 corridor south of Houston. For buyers in Meridiana, Pomona, or the Manvel/Iowa Colony area, K. Hovnanian competes directly with DR Horton, Perry, and Meritage at the same price tier. The growing-market positioning sometimes translates to more flexible incentive negotiations at the local level — they want to win Houston market share, which can favor the buyer. For 55+ buyers, the Four Seasons brand option is the specific reason to start a K. Hovnanian conversation.
On the buyer-agent side, K. Hovnanian plays the standard new-construction game. The on-site sales agent represents K. Hovnanian, not you. I register on day one before the on-site team claims the lead, push hard on the incentive package (growing-market builders often have more room here), walk through how K. Hovnanian’s plan library compares to DR Horton and Perry alternatives in the same community, and review the contract before signing. K. Hovnanian pays my commission out of its marketing budget — it doesn’t come out of your purchase price.
K. Hovnanian FAQ
The questions K. Hovnanian buyers actually ask.
Is K. Hovnanian a good builder?
For mid-tier buyers in the TX-288 corridor (Meridiana, Pomona) and selective other Houston communities, K. Hovnanian is a reasonable mid-tier option. The 65-plus-year company history and public-company financials give institutional stability. Trade-offs: smaller Houston market presence than DR Horton, Perry, or Meritage; standard finish package is mid-tier production-builder fare rather than richer like Highland.
What’s the average price of a K. Hovnanian home in Houston?
K. Hovnanian’s Houston base prices typically run $280s to $550s depending on the community and plan series. Most K. Hovnanian buyers in Houston land in the $340s-$450s on base price.
Which Houston communities have K. Hovnanian?
K. Hovnanian is active in 5+ Houston communities with strongest presence at Meridiana (Iowa Colony / TX-288 corridor), Pomona (Manvel), and Hidden River (NW Houston). Selective presence at other mid-tier communities including limited Bridgeland phases. Plus separate Four Seasons (55+) active-adult communities.
What’s Four Seasons by K. Hovnanian?
Four Seasons is K. Hovnanian’s 55+ active-adult brand. Houston-area Four Seasons communities are age-restricted (typically 55+ residency), purpose-built with retirement-friendly amenities, and offer floor plans designed for downsizing or aging-in-place. Pricing is similar to K. Hovnanian mainline but the product is different. Ask sales team specifically about current Four Seasons Houston inventory if you’re 55+.
How long does K. Hovnanian take to build a home in Houston?
A K. Hovnanian dirt-start home typically takes 6-9 months from contract to close depending on the community and current build queue. Inventory homes (already started or completed) close in 30-90 days. Inventory depth varies more by community than at high-volume builders like DR Horton.
Does K. Hovnanian negotiate price?
K. Hovnanian’s growing Houston market position sometimes means more flexible incentive negotiation at the local level than at established builders — they want market share. Base price still rarely moves; the negotiation focuses on rate buy-downs, closing cost credits, design-center allowance, and lot premium concessions. As your buyer’s agent I push particularly hard on these because of the market-share dynamic.
Do I need a REALTOR® to buy a K. Hovnanian home?
Yes. The on-site sales agent represents K. Hovnanian, not you. As your buyer’s agent I register on day one before the on-site team claims the lead, negotiate the incentive package and rate buy-down, walk through how K. Hovnanian’s plan library compares to DR Horton, Perry, and other alternatives in the same community, and review the contract before signing. K. Hovnanian pays my commission out of its marketing budget — it doesn’t come out of your purchase price.
What’s K. Hovnanian’s warranty?
K. Hovnanian offers a tiered warranty: 10-year structural, 2-year systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC), and 1-year workmanship coverage. Industry-standard structure. Read the actual warranty document for precise scope, especially the structural piece, since ‘structural’ has a narrow legal definition tighter than most buyers expect.
Ready to talk through K. Hovnanian?
I’ll pull current K. Hovnanian Homes inventory across the Houston communities that fit your priorities, walk through how the K. Hovnanian plan library compares to DR Horton, Perry, and Meritage alternatives in the same community, and lay out the lot premium, design-center allowance, and rate buy-down options worth negotiating. For 55+ buyers, I’ll also pull the current Four Seasons Houston inventory. Bring me on day one of model-home tours and I’ll register as your buyer’s agent before the on-site team claims the lead.
