When you’re choosing a home, a hundred little decisions add up to one big one: does this feel right for my life (and my budget)? At Triple Crown Homes, we’ve spent 35+ years helping Ocala families answer that with confidence. Below is an inside look at how we think about pricing, options, timelines, and everything in between.
Start With What You Actually Need
Every homesite is different. Some lots tap into city water and sewer; others call for a well and septic system. Rather than folding those costs into a one-size-fits-all base price, we tailor them to your address. If your lot already has city services, you’re not paying for something you’ll never use. If your lot needs a well and septic, we’ll price that clearly and up front. Simple, honest, and aligned to your land.
Bottom line: You shouldn’t pay for features your lot doesn’t require. We price to your reality, not a brochure.
The Base Price Philosophy (and Why Flexibility Wins)
You’ll notice our base price doesn’t include some things, including a refrigerator or 8’ interior doors. That’s intentional. Here’s why:
- Refrigerators are personal. From counter-depth to panel-ready, ice types to smart features, preferences vary wildly. Many buyers already own a fridge they love; others want to choose one that matches their kitchen design. Rather than bake in a cost you might change later, we leave the choice (and the budget) to you. Want it included? Say the word—we’ll add your preferred model as an option.
- 8’ doors are a style choice, not an included feature. They look amazing in some designs and aren’t necessary in others. Making them standard would raise the base price for everyone. Instead, we offer 8’ doors as an upgrade so you only pay for what matters to you.
Our promise: Keep the starting point affordable, then let you dial up the details that make it yours.
About That Price-Per-Square-Foot Question
It’s a popular comparison metric—and also a misleading one. Site conditions, structural choices, finishes, and included features can swing that number dramatically. For example, even the roofline on the front elevation can make a significant difference in cost, since a more complex design requires more materials and labor.
Likewise, a home with upgraded doors, premium cabinets, and quartz throughout will have a very different “per-foot” figure than the same plan built with builder basics. That’s why we prefer apples-to-apples proposals: your plan, on your lot, with your selections.
Do Home Prices Include the Lot?
Short answer: no. Long answer: we make finding the right lot easy. Our in-house team and trusted Realtors can help you secure land in one of our communities or elsewhere in the area. If a move-in-ready or under-construction option is more your speed, check our Homes for Sale page —we often have homes in progress that bundle house + homesite seamlessly.
Pro tip: Already own land? Great. We’ll evaluate utilities, setbacks, and site prep early so your budget reflects real-world conditions—not surprises.
Why Our Build Timeline Averages 12–13 Months
Because quality homes—and smooth experiences—take thoughtful sequencing, not shortcuts. Our process typically includes:
- Discovery & Selections: Plan, options, and design decisions (this is where personalization happens).
- Permitting & Engineering: Coordinating with local jurisdictions to ensure a compliant, buildable plan.
- Site Work: Clearing, grading, utilities, and (if needed) well/septic install.
- Foundation to Finish: Framing, mechanicals, insulation, drywall, trim, cabinetry, floors, paint, and final details.
- Quality Checks: We walk it like we talk it—inspections and punch lists before you ever grab the keys.
Could we rush it? Sure. Should we? Not if we want to hand you a home we’d be proud to live in ourselves.
What Actually Makes Triple Crown Different
It’s not a gimmick or a limited-time headline—it’s how we build and how we treat people.
- Quality first, always. Solid construction and vetted trade partners.
- Transparency. No bait-and-switch pricing or hidden “gotchas.”
- Options without overwhelm. A curated path to choose what matters most.
- People who listen. We treat every home like it’s our own, and every customer like family.
That’s the Triple Crown way—and it’s how we’ve earned the trust of this community for over three decades.
Ready to Start?
Whether you’re exploring a specific floor plan, curious about costs on your lot, or eyeing a home already under construction, we’ll meet you where you are. Bring your questions. We’ll bring the answers—and a plan that fits your style, your timeline, and your budget.
Contact us for more information on our floorplans.
