Batavia – the oldest city in Kane County and older than Chicago – is experiencing a surge of new home construction within its boundaries and the Batavia School District 101 area.
Several major residential developments are underway or recently completed, bringing hundreds of new homes (from upscale single-family houses to modern townhomes) to the community. Below are the active large home builders in Batavia and the developments they’re building.
Key New Home Communities in Batavia (Batavia School District)
| Development (Builder) | Homes (Planned) | Price Range | Community Website |
| Winding Creek (Pulte Homes) | ~180 single-family homes (over 150 already sold) | from ~$495,000 (mid-$500Ks on average) | Pulte – Winding Creek |
| Prairie Commons (Lennar) | ~150 townhomes (built 2019–2023) | from ~$300,000 (mid-$300Ks currently) | Lennar – Prairie Commons |
| Ashton Ridge (Pulte Homes) | 73 single-family homes (approved 2024) | from ~$500,000 (larger models $600K+) | Pulte – Ashton Ridge |
| Ashton Ridge Towns (Pulte Homes) | 89 townhomes (approved 2024) | from ~$400,000 | Pulte – Ashton Ridge Towns |
Notes: All these developments lie within Batavia Public School District 101, a key selling point for families (e.g. H.C. Storm Elementary, Sam Rotolo Middle, and Batavia High School serve these areas).
Winding Creek (Pulte Homes) – West Batavia
Winding Creek is a new subdivision of single-family homes on Batavia’s west side (just west of Randall Rd., behind the Kohl’s store). Launched in 2023, Winding Creek offers a total of roughly 170–180 homes, of which about 159 lots were already sold by late 2025. Homes here include both ranch and two-story designs, featuring Pulte’s innovative “Life Tested®” floor plans built for modern living. Prices start around the mid-$400,000s to $500,000 for smaller models, with many buyers selecting upgrades that bring sale prices into the $550K–$650K range (the average list price is about $628K as of 2025).
Winding Creek’s location is a big draw: it’s only ~2 miles from downtown Batavia and near shopping/dining along Randall Road. The community is within Batavia School District 101, served by Grace McWayne Elementary and Batavia High School. Pulte began building Winding Creek in 2023 and as of 2025 it remains “now selling” with a handful of quick move-in homes and lots still available. The combination of brand-new homes and an established suburban setting has made Winding Creek popular – it provides the rare chance to own new construction in Batavia without venturing far from town amenities.
Prairie Commons (Lennar) – East Batavia
Prairie Commons is a large townhouse community on Batavia’s eastern edge (near Kirk Road and Butterfield Road). Built by Lennar Homes from 2019 through 2023, Prairie Commons added on the order of 140–160 townhomes to the city. The development was split into two series – an Urban Townhomes collection (3-story layouts) and a Traditional Townhomes collection (2-story layouts) – offering 2–3 bedroom, 2.5 bath designs intended for convenient, low-maintenance living.
Pricing for Prairie Commons started in the low $300,000s for base models. Thanks to Lennar’s signature “Everything’s Included®” program, even the base prices came with numerous upgrades: quartz countertops, stainless-steel appliances, smart home features like Ring doorbells and Wi-Fi thermostats, plus fully landscaped exteriors, all included at no extra cost. The townhomes range from roughly 1,500 to 1,900 sq ft, and most sold in the mid-to-upper $300K range by the end of the project (recent resale listings average ~$376K). Prairie Commons also provides HOA-maintained lawns and snow removal, emphasizing a turnkey lifestyle for residents.
By 2023, Prairie Commons was nearly sold out, marking a successful infill development that addressed demand for new construction at a more affordable price point in Batavia. The community’s proximity to I-88 (about 2 miles) and to large employers (it borders the Fermi National Accelerator Lab campus) made it attractive for commuters. Batavia’s schools also serve the area, with J.B. Nelson Elementary and Rotolo Middle School just minutes away. Prairie Commons illustrates how Batavia has expanded its housing stock with higher-density homes while complementing the city’s suburban character.
Ashton Ridge & Ashton Ridge Towns (Pulte Homes) – Former Siemens Site Redevelopment
Ashton Ridge is a brand-new community under development by Pulte Homes on Batavia’s near west side, at the site of the former Siemens/Furnas Electric factory (1000 McKee Street). This project was approved by the city in early 2024 after extensive planning. It is a mixed residential development that will include 73 single-family houses and 89 townhome units on roughly 18 acres. Together, that’s 162 new homes – making Ashton Ridge one of the largest housing additions in Batavia’s recent history. Construction began in 2025, and home sales are now underway.
The single-family homes in Ashton Ridge will range from ~1,500 up to 3,200 square feet (2–4 bedrooms) to fit the character of the surrounding older neighborhood. Early city discussions indicated these detached homes would be high-end – many expected to list in the $600,000+ range given their size and features. Indeed, Pulte’s listings for Ashton Ridge show spacious 3–5 bedroom models (like the Boardwalk and Woodward plans) with prices from the low $500Ks up to around $700K depending on options. On the other hand, the townhomes (marketed as “Ashton Ridge Towns”) are designed as more affordable alternatives: two-story townhouses of ~1,883–2,500 sq ft, expected to start around the low $400,000s. As of late 2025, Pulte is advertising 3-bedroom townhomes in this community from $399,990 and up, with several move-in-ready townhomes available in the $450K–$490K range.
A key advantage of Ashton Ridge is its prime location: it’s within walking distance of Batavia High School and H.C. Storm Elementary, and only about a mile from the restaurants and shops of downtown Batavia. The plan also calls for architectural styles that blend with Batavia’s traditional look, to minimize the “new subdivision” feel. This development is a showcase of Batavia’s commitment to redevelop underutilized sites – the Siemens factory closed in 2006, and after an environmental cleanup in 2017, the city partnered with Pulte to convert the brownfield into much-needed housing. Ashton Ridge’s progress is being closely watched, as it will diversify Batavia’s housing stock with both upscale homes and more attainable townhomes in one integrated neighborhood.
About the Home Builders
Pulte Homes (Pulte Group)
Pulte Homes – the builder behind Winding Creek and Ashton Ridge – is one of America’s most established homebuilders. Founded in 1950 by Bill Pulte in Michigan, the company has built over 800,000 homes nationwide since then. PulteGroup (the parent company) is currently the third-largest U.S. homebuilder by volume, operating in 45+ markets. The brand is known for its emphasis on quality construction (backed by a 10-year limited warranty) and its customer-centric design process. Pulte infuses feedback from homebuyers into what it calls “Life Tested®” home designs – floor plans and features that match how families truly live day-to-day. For example, Pulte often incorporates flexible spaces for home offices, oversized pantries, and smart home technology. [pultegroup.com]
In Batavia, Pulte’s influence is significant: they are delivering hundreds of new homes between Winding Creek and Ashton Ridge. Buyers benefit not only from Pulte’s design expertise but also from the company’s financial stability and streamlined construction process (which can make building a new home faster and more predictable). Pulte’s 70+ years of experience are evident in these Batavia projects – from thoughtful community layouts to energy-efficient building practices. The company’s long history and reputation for customer satisfaction (Pulte has frequently made Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” and other accolades) give buyers confidence in the longevity and resale value of their homes.
Lennar Homes
Lennar Corporation is the other major player in Batavia’s new home scene, having built the Prairie Commons townhome community. Lennar was founded in 1954 (originating as a small Miami homebuilder) and has since grown into one of the nation’s largest homebuilders, especially after a 2018 merger with CalAtlantic Homes that briefly made Lennar the #1 builder in the U.S..
Over its history, Lennar has constructed over one million homes across 30 states. The company’s ethos is encapsulated in its motto: “Everything’s Included.” Unlike many builders who offer a low base price but charge extra for upgrades, Lennar includes a wide array of upscale features as standard. This approach was visible in Prairie Commons – things like quartz kitchen countertops, high-quality cabinetry, smart thermostats, and even Wi-Fi mesh systems were bundled into the base home price. [lennar.com]
Lennar targets a broad market from first-time buyers to active adults. In Batavia, Lennar’s townhomes provided a more attainable homeownership option for young families, singles, and downsizers who want new construction with less maintenance hassle.
Author: Jim Fahrenbach
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