Data compiled Oct 28, 2026 · public sources only
Meritage Homes vs KB Home: Triangle new-construction comparison
A side-by-side look at Meritage Homes and KB Home for new construction around Raleigh-Durham, using only figures we have sourced. "Not found" means we have not found a reliable source yet, not that it does not exist.
Both builders have sourced or reported communities in: Durham, Raleigh.
| Meritage Homes | KB Home | |
|---|---|---|
| Triangle communities (NewHomeSource) | 17 source | 17 source |
| Communities with a sourced price | 6 | 3 |
| Lowest “from” price found | $289,000 | $299,377 |
| Towns found | Angier, Clayton, Durham, Garner, Mebane, Raleigh, Wake Forest | Carrboro, Durham, Raleigh |
| Best public survey score | 4.7/5 · Avid Ratings · 1,753 reviews source | 4.4/5 · NewHomeSource TrustBuilder source |
| Warranty | 1/2/10 yrs (W/S/St) In-house source | 1/2/10 yrs (W/S/St) In-house (KB Home Limited Warranty) source |
| Current incentives | None found · see offers | None found · see offers |
| Documented concerns | 1 cited · read with sources | 1 cited · read with sources |
W/S/St = workmanship / systems / structural years. Survey sources use different methods and are not directly comparable. Build your own comparison of 2 to 4 builders.
Questions answered from our data
Which has the lower starting price in the Triangle, Meritage Homes or KB Home?
Of the community prices we sourced as of Oct 28, 2026, Meritage Homes has the lower "from" price ($289,000) versus KB Home ($299,377). Prices change often; confirm with the builder.
How do the Meritage Homes and KB Home warranties compare?
Meritage Homes: 1/2/10 years (workmanship/systems/structural), In-house. KB Home: 1/2/10 years, In-house (KB Home Limited Warranty). Get the written warranty for your home.
Which has the higher public customer survey score, Meritage Homes or KB Home?
Meritage Homes: 4.7/5 on Avid Ratings. KB Home: 4.4/5 on NewHomeSource TrustBuilder. Sources differ in method and scope, so compare with care.
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Compiled from cited public sources as of Oct 28, 2026 and provided as-is; details change often and may be out of date. Verify prices, incentives and warranty terms with the builder and your lender. Not financial or legal advice. See our terms & disclaimer. Corrections: [email protected].