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KB Home reports developments as a U.S. homebuilder that designs, builds and sells new homes and communities for first-time and move-up buyers. Company news commonly covers community openings in markets such as California, Arizona, Texas and Idaho, with details on home types, floor plans, amenities, school access and transportation links.
Updates also describe KB Home's personalized homebuilding model, including Design Studio selections, energy- and water-efficiency features and ENERGY STAR® certification. Recurring corporate items include dividends, earnings releases, share repurchase references and broader operating updates tied to land development and housing demand.
KB Home (NYSE: KBH) has announced the grand opening of three new communities - Enclave, Traditions and Reserve at Reflections Edge - in Nampa, Idaho. The communities offer personalized one- and two-story homes priced from the mid $300,000s, featuring up to five bedrooms and three baths.
Located at East Big Wood River Drive and South Happy Valley Road, the developments provide mountain views and planned amenities including a park and walking paths. The homes are designed with modern features like spacious kitchens, great rooms, and bedroom suites with walk-in closets.
The communities offer easy access to Interstate 84, downtown Boise, major employment centers, and the Boise Airport. Nearby attractions include Karcher Mall, Indian Creek Plaza, and outdoor recreation at Lake Lowell Park.
KB Home (NYSE: KBH) has announced the grand opening of Rolling Brook, a new residential community in Spanaway, Washington. The development features customizable one- and two-story homes starting from the mid $500,000s, offering up to five bedrooms and three baths.
The community highlights include on-site parks, walking paths, and proximity to schools. Located near Highway 7, the development provides easy access to Interstate 5, downtown Tacoma, and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Residents will benefit from nearby amenities including Spanaway Park, The Classic Golf Club, Lake Spanaway, and Sprinker Recreation Center.
Rolling Brook showcases KB Home's commitment to personalized homebuilding, with buyers able to customize their homes through the KB Home Design Studio. All homes are designed to be ENERGY STAR® certified, meeting standards achieved by less than 12% of new homes nationwide, offering enhanced comfort and utility cost savings.
KB Home (NYSE: KBH) has announced its second quarter 2025 dividend payment of $0.25 per share on the Company's common stock. The dividend will be paid on May 22, 2025 to stockholders of record as of May 8, 2025.
KB Home is a leading U.S. homebuilder operating in 49 markets, with a track record of constructing nearly 700,000 homes over its 65-year history. The company holds the distinction of being the #1 customer-ranked national homebuilder based on third-party surveys. KB Home is also recognized as an industry leader in sustainability, having achieved top residential energy-efficiency ratings and delivering more ENERGY STAR® certified homes than any other builder.
KB Home (NYSE: KBH) has announced the grand opening of Cedar Crossings, a new residential community in Haines City, Florida, with homes starting from the $290,000s. The development features customizable one- and two-story floor plans with up to six bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths.
The community offers planned amenities including a swimming pool, children's playground, dog park, and pavilion with picnic area. Located off East Robinson Drive, Cedar Crossings provides easy access to Highway 17, Highway 27, and Interstate 4, with proximity to employers like Winter Haven Hospital and entertainment venues such as LEGOLAND Florida Resort.
KB Home emphasizes personalization through their KB Home Design Studio, where buyers can customize their homes. The properties are designed to be ENERGY STAR certified, meeting standards achieved by less than 12% of new homes nationwide, offering enhanced comfort and utility cost savings.
KB Home (NYSE: KBH) has announced the grand opening of Rockridge, its newest community in Perris, Riverside County, California. Starting from the $580,000s, these personalized homes offer:
- One- and two-story floor plans with up to 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths
- Walking distance to family-friendly parks and local schools
- Modern kitchens overlooking great rooms
- Bedroom suites with walk-in closets
Located at Walnut Avenue and Sherman Road, Rockridge provides easy access to Interstate 215, Highway 74, and Ontario International Airport. The community is near major employers including Riverside University Health System and March Air Reserve Base. All homes are ENERGY STAR® certified, meeting standards achieved by less than 12% of new homes nationwide. The KB Home Design Studio allows buyers to personalize their homes with various design choices fitting their style and budget.
KB Home (NYSE: KBH) has announced the grand opening of Iris, a new townhome community within Valencia, Los Angeles County. The development features three-story homes priced from the mid $700,000s, offering up to four bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths.
The townhomes include modern amenities like spacious kitchens, great rooms, bedroom suites with walk-in closets, and private outdoor spaces. The master-planned community boasts resort-style features including swimming pools, a recreation center, and over 30 miles of trails. Located near award-winning schools, the development provides easy access to Interstate 5 and Highway 126.
Each home is uniquely built through KB Home's personalized Design Studio experience, reflecting their #1 customer-ranked status. The homes are engineered for energy efficiency, meeting ENERGY STAR® certification standards achieved by less than 12% of new homes nationwide.
KB Home (NYSE: KBH) has announced the grand opening of Creekside at Estancia, a new residential community in Austin, Texas. Homes are priced from the $350,000s and feature modern designs with one- and two-story floor plans offering up to five bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths.
The community boasts amenities including a park, pavilion, basketball court, and walking paths. Located conveniently off Estancia Parkway with easy access to IH-35, Highway 71, and Loop 1, residents will enjoy proximity to downtown Austin's attractions and Mary Moore Searight Metropolitan Park.
Notable features include ENERGY STAR® certification - a standard met by less than 12% of new homes nationwide. KB Home emphasizes personalization through their Design Studio, where buyers can customize their homes. The company has been ranked #1 in customer satisfaction among national homebuilders according to third-party review sites.
KB Home (NYSE: KBH) has announced the grand opening of Monteverdi, its newest community in Corona, California's Horsethief Canyon neighborhood. The development offers personalized one- and two-story homes starting from the $670,000s, featuring up to five bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths.
Located on Mountain Road west of Horsethief Canyon Road, the community boasts stunning mountain views of Cleveland National Forest and proximity to local schools. The homes include modern features like spacious kitchens, great rooms, bedroom suites with walk-in closets, and ample storage.
Monteverdi offers convenient access to Interstate 15, major employment centers, and attractions including The Shops at Dos Lagos, Tom's Farms, and Glen Ivy Hot Springs. The community showcases KB Home's commitment to personalization through their Design Studio experience and ENERGY STAR® certification, meeting standards achieved by less than 12% of new homes nationwide.
KB Home (NYSE: KBH) has unveiled the nation's first wildfire-resilient new-home community in Escondido, California. The Dixon Trail community, featuring 64 homes, meets the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) standards for both home and neighborhood-level wildfire protection.
Each home will be built to the Wildfire Prepared Home™ Plus standard, incorporating key safety features including:
- Class A fire-rated roofs
- Noncombustible gutters
- Upgraded windows and doors
- Ember and flame-resistant vents
- 5-foot noncombustible buffer around structures
The neighborhood design includes structure separation of over 10 feet and fire-resistant materials like all-metal fence systems. This initiative represents KB Home's latest innovation in sustainable homebuilding, following their achievements in energy efficiency, water conservation, and solar power implementation.
KB Home (KBH) reported first quarter 2025 results with revenues of $1.39 billion, down 5% year-over-year. Home deliveries decreased 9% to 2,770 units, while average selling price increased 4% to $500,700.
The company's net income declined 21% to $109.6 million, with diluted earnings per share down 15% to $1.49. Homebuilding operating income margin decreased to 9.2% from 10.8%. Net orders fell 17% to 2,772, with the cancellation rate rising to 16% from 14%.
Due to muted demand at the start of Spring's selling season, KB Home revised its fiscal 2025 guidance, now expecting housing revenues between $6.60 billion to $7.00 billion. The company repurchased 753,939 shares at $50.0 million during Q1. The balance sheet shows total liquidity of $1.25 billion and stockholders' equity of $4.09 billion.