KB HOME OPENS HAWTHORN AND LAMBERT AT CHERRY RANCH: NEW HOMES FROM THE $590Ks IN DESIRABLE SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA

KB Home (NYSE: KBH) opened two new communities, Hawthorn and Lambert at Cherry Ranch, in Santa Rosa, California, with homes priced from the $590,000s.

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KB Home (NYSE: KBH) opened two new communities, Hawthorn and Lambert at Cherry Ranch, in Santa Rosa, California, with homes priced from the $590,000s. The offering includes two-story single-family and paired homes up to 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, ENERGY STAR targeted features, and onsite design studio personalization.

Sales office and model homes are open for walk-ins, private tours, and live video tours; community is near Highway 12, US-101, Charles M. Schulz airport, and downtown Santa Rosa.

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Market Context

This announcement highlights KB Home’s continued expansion in California with new communities in San...

Analysis

This announcement highlights KB Home’s continued expansion in California with new communities in Santa Rosa, featuring homes from the $590,000s and ENERGY STAR®-focused design. It extends a recent series of openings and sustainability milestones. Investors may track how these projects contribute to overall orders and backlog, while also considering recent governance and ownership filings and the stock’s position below its 200-day MA of 59.64 and near its 52-week low.

Key Figures

Starting price: From the $590,000s Bedrooms: Up to 4 bedrooms Bathrooms: Up to 2.5 baths +5 more

Starting price

From the $590,000s

Hawthorn and Lambert at Cherry Ranch pricing

Bedrooms

Up to 4 bedrooms

Home configurations at Cherry Ranch

Bathrooms

Up to 2.5 baths

Home configurations at Cherry Ranch

ENERGY STAR penetration

Fewer than 12% of new homes nationwide

Share of new homes meeting ENERGY STAR certification standard

FMR LLC ownership

5,080,393.72 shares (8.1%)

Schedule 13G/A beneficial ownership of KB Home common stock

Share price

$49.18

KBH price before this news

Market cap

$3,111,738,379

KBH market capitalization pre-news

Days to cover

5.37 days

Short interest coverage metric from risk context

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: May 01

5 events

1. May 01

   Community opening

   24h Move

   -2.9%

   Launch of Sorrel community in American Canyon with homes from the $590Ks.

2. Apr 24

   Master plan launch

   24h Move

   +0.3%

   Opening of Meriden Las Vegas-area master plan with five new communities.

3. Apr 23

   Dividend declaration

   24h Move

   -1.6%

   Board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share.

4. Apr 22

   Sustainability report

   24h Move

   +0.4%

   Release of 19th Sustainability Report with efficiency and savings milestones.

5. Apr 17

   Community opening

   24h Move

   +1.7%

   Opening of The Charles community in Idaho, homes from mid $300,000s.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

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energy star technical

"They are designed to be ENERGY STAR® certified, a standard that fewer than 12%"

A government-backed label that indicates a product, appliance or building meets set energy-efficiency standards. For investors, an ENERGY STAR rating signals lower ongoing utility and maintenance costs, stronger appeal to cost- and eco-conscious buyers or tenants, and possible access to incentives or reduced regulatory risk—think of it like a fuel-efficiency sticker that helps compare long-term operating costs and market desirability.

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New communities in the heart of Sonoma Wine Country and minutes from historic downtown Santa Rosa are now open for tours.

SANTA ROSA, Calif., May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- KB Home (NYSE: KBH), one of the largest and most trusted homebuilders in the U.S., today announced the opening of Hawthorn and Lambert at Cherry Ranch, which offer personalized single-family and paired homes in highly desirable Santa Rosa, California.  

Hawthorn and Lambert at Cherry Ranch at a Glance:

• Price: From the $590,000s
• Location: Santa Rosa, California, on Fresno Avenue just south of Sebastopol Road, near the Highway 12 and U.S. Highway 101 interchange
• Home type: Two-story single-family and paired homes
• Bedrooms/baths: Up to 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths
• School district: Santa Rosa City Schools  

Hawthorn and Lambert at Cherry Ranch provide convenient access to Highway 12 and U.S. Highway 101, which connect residents to downtown San Francisco, the North Bay's major employment centers and Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport. The communities are situated in the heart of Sonoma Wine Country, just minutes from historic downtown Santa Rosa and Old Courthouse Square and a short drive to seaside towns and popular beaches. Cherry Ranch is also close to many cultural attractions, including the Charles M. Schulz Museum, Children's Museum of Sonoma County and the Luther Burbank Center for the Arts. Homeowners will enjoy shopping, dining and entertainment at Santa Rosa Plaza and on Santa Rosa's historic Fourth Street.

The homes at Cherry Ranch are designed for contemporary living, with modern kitchens overlooking large great rooms, expansive bedroom suites with walk-in closets, and ample storage space. Homebuyers can personalize their new home, from floor plan and exterior style to where they live in the community, and then bring their vision to life at the KB Home Design Studio, where they can select from a wide range of interior design choices that fit their style and budget.

"With Hawthorn and Lambert, we're bringing two new-home communities to a beautiful Sonoma County setting," said Matt Sauls, President of KB Home's North Bay division. "At KB Home, we focus on creating value through competitive, transparent pricing and giving buyers the ability to personalize their home based on what matters most to them. We put them in control, so they're not paying for features they don't value or compromising on ones they do."

KB homes are engineered to be highly energy and water efficient and include features that support healthier indoor environments. They are designed to be ENERGY STAR^® certified, a standard that fewer than 12% of new homes nationwide meet, offering greater comfort, well-being and utility cost savings compared to new homes without certification.

The Hawthorn and Lambert at Cherry Ranch sales office and model homes are now open for walk-in visits and private in-person tours by appointment. Live video tours are also available. For more information on KB Home, call 888-KB-HOMES or visit kbhome.com.

About KB Home
KB Home is one of the largest and most trusted homebuilders in the U.S. We operate in 49 markets, have built over 700,000 quality homes in our nearly 70-year history, and are honored to be one of the top customer-ranked national homebuilders based on third-party buyer surveys. What sets KB Home apart is building strong, personal relationships with every customer and creating an exceptional experience that offers our homebuyers the ability to personalize their home based on what they value at a price they can afford. As the industry leader in sustainability, KB Home has achieved one of the highest residential energy-efficiency ratings and delivered more ENERGY STAR® certified homes than any other builder, helping to lower the total cost of homeownership. For more information, visit kbhome.com.

For Further Information:

Craig LeMessurier, KB Home
925-580-1583
clemessurier@kbhome.com 

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What are the starting prices and home types at KB Home's Hawthorn and Lambert at Cherry Ranch (KBH)?

Starting prices are from the $590,000s for two-story single-family and paired homes. According to the company, homes offer up to 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, modern kitchens, and personalization at the KB Home Design Studio.

Where is Cherry Ranch located and what transport links serve KB Home's Santa Rosa communities (KBH)?

Cherry Ranch is on Fresno Avenue in Santa Rosa, near Sebastopol Road and the Highway 12/US-101 interchange. According to the company, the location provides access to downtown San Francisco, North Bay job centers, and Charles M. Schulz airport.

Are KB Home's Hawthorn and Lambert energy efficient or certified (KBH)?

KB Home designs the Cherry Ranch homes to be ENERGY STAR targeted and include energy and water efficiency features. According to the company, fewer than 12% of new homes nationwide meet the ENERGY STAR standard.

How can prospective buyers view model homes and schedule tours for KB Home (KBH) in Santa Rosa?

The sales office and model homes are open for walk-ins and private in-person tours by appointment, with live video tours available. According to the company, interested buyers can call 888-KB-HOMES or visit kbhome.com.

What personalization options are offered at KB Home Design Studio for Cherry Ranch buyers (KBH)?

Buyers can personalize floor plans, exterior style, and interior finishes at the KB Home Design Studio. According to the company, the studio offers a wide range of choices to fit buyers' style and budget.