MasterCraft Builder Group once again earned multiple awards at the Parade of Homes from the Northeast Florida Builders Association, winning Best of Show in Architectural Design for our Kasie model home. Our Ella model home also took home Silver overall.
MasterCraft Builder Group is proud to announce that our own Seth Kelley has taken the helm as president of the Northeast Florida Builders Association.
Chris Shee, founder of MasterCraft Builder Group, was recently honored with the Hometown Hero Award from Best Buddies, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) – including those with Down syndrome, autism, Fragile X, and other disabilities.
Perry Homes, one of the largest U.S. homebuilders, has acquired MasterCraft Builder Group, enhancing its presence in Florida while upholding shared values of excellence.
asterCraft Disaster Restoration helps a family with a daughter with Rett’s Syndrome by remodeling a new shower space to accommodate zero-entry access for her wheelchair and making it large enough to allow for a reclining chair as well as room for two other people to help.
MasterCraft Builder Group is officially the Best Home Builder in St. Augustine for the 6th year in a row with the 2024 Best of St. Augustine awards.
MasterCraft Builder Group announced the completion of two new homes for Seamark Ranch, a nonprofit providing a safe, nurturing environment for at-risk youth in the St. Augustine area. Seamark Ranch offers education, counseling, and life skills training, creating a sanctuary for children to thrive.
We just handed over the keys to our 800th home to the Jackson family, who celebrated with us on their closing day. After researching, the Jacksons realized no other builder could match the quality of materials and workmanship of MasterCraft.
MasterCraft Builder Group raked in the awards at the Parade of Homes from the Northeast Florida Builders Association, winning Gold for our Kasie model home. The Kasie also took the top spot as the Best Master Suite. Our Ella model home took home Silver overall.
Welcome to a next-level homebuilding experience with our new Interactive Floor Plans. See how your favorite options look together and compare how different features affect your home price.
Paying cash for homes is a growing trend. And Florida homebuyers are leading the nation in the percentage who are paying in cash. Nearly 50% of all homes in Florida are currently being paid in full by closing. But here’s a secret a lot of homebuilders aren’t sharing with these cash buyers: When the buyer…
We value the expertise of realtors who help clients through the homebuying process. MasterCraft will continue to pay commissions to realtor partners.
Nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the St. Johns River, St. Johns County is the perfect spot to relax and grab some delicious food along with a view.
We helped turn a 100-year-old house into a home for the Homeless Coalition of St. Johns County, with fellow members of the St. Johns Builders Council.
Florida is home to over 1,000 beautiful springs to explore, but some especially visit-worthy springs close to St. Augustine are well worth the drive.
MasterCraft Disaster Restoration restores hope for local homeless shelter, Port in the Storm, following a devastating flood. Read their inspiring story!
It’s no secret that St. Augustine boasts some of the best foodie spots, but did you know that some of our favorites happen to be on four wheels?
Todd plays a key leadership role at MasterCraft, ensuring that all aspects of the home-building process are a streamlined success.
When you enter The Ella, there’s no mistaking you’re home. The front entrance flows from the foyer into the spacious open-concept living area.
The event brought together members of the local construction community and the public for a day of clay shooting and raising money for area nonprofits.
This year, MasterCraft Builder Group was honored to be named one of the “Companies With Heart” by Jacksonville Magazine.
Amber Warner has always been passionate about building forever homes. She prides herself on developing trustworthy relationships with our homebuyers.
Whether you’re new to the community or want to know what’s happening around town, here are some of our favorite events throughout St. Johns County.
Less than a week before Christmas, Port in the Storm homeless shelter in St. Augustine became flooded. The young residents had to move to a new place fast
“The MasterCraft family deserves this award. Without their hard work and dedication, I wouldn’t be able to focus on what matters most – philanthropy.”
MasterCraft Builder Group’s premier fundraising event, Clays for a Cause, celebrates its 10th Anniversary on December 8, 2022, at Saltwaters Shooting Club.
Thanks to $80,000 in donations from some of MasterCraft Builder Group’s top industry partners, West Augustine’s Boys & Girls Club gets a needed spruce up.
Madeira is one of the most desirable communities in St. Johns County. With Estate Homes from 65’ to 85’ wide, we offer luxury living in a natural setting.
MasterCraft Builder Group is excited to announce that its two model homes are now available to tour in the Silver Landing neighborhood of SilverLeaf.
Discover Courtney Oaks. An exclusive, gated section of SilverLeaf, a master-planned community with parks and award-winning, family-friendly amenities.
Discover how MasterCraft Builder Group has become the best home builder in St Augustine 4 years running
We’re proud to provide our homeowners with Florida-Friendly Landscaping, so you won’t need to spend every other day tending to your garden.
Sunshine, beaches, & relaxing next to crashing waves. Florida living is a dream come true, review the top beaches in our area before you make the big move.
Looking for a home base while exploring all the amazing destinations around the Southeast United States? Then look no further than St. Johns County, Florida.
As President of MasterCraft Builder Group Brad attends nearly all new home closings. We’re part of the community, and we think that says a lot.
That’s why we build homes throughout St. Johns County, Florida so that homebuyers can enjoy the many perks of the state’s natural splendor.
Concerts for a Cause has raised over $250,000 to local charities by hosting four concerts.
Meet our Vice President of Purchasing for MCBG, Seth Kelley brings with him a diverse set of skills and experiences in the homebuilding industry.
We have thought of everything to make your transition into North Florida living as seamless as possible.
As the premier homebuilder in Northeast Florida, we are proud to announce we have been selected as the Northeast Florida builder of the year.
Homes offered in Silver Landing at SilverLeaf will be in both 60’ and 70’ homesites and will include MasterCraft Higher Standards, granting buyers the chance to enjoy features that many home builders consider “upgrades.”
As the premier semi-custom home builder in Northeast Florida, MasterCraft Builder Group relies on our team members to continue providing expert craftsmanship to each MasterCraft home. With this, MasterCraft is excited to announce the recent appointment of Kris Cook as the company’s Vice President of Construction.
Earlier this month, MasterCraft Builder Group hosted its inaugural Family Fun Day at Tringali Barn at Heritage Farm to celebrate 10 years as a company and to also thank our hardworking, loyal and dedicated team.
MasterCraft Builder Group provides homes that cater to individual lifestyles and believes in offering homeowners choices for their future home. Our team offers flexibility on design and structural changes with a variety of floorplans, elevations. As a result, we are proud to announce that for the third consecutive year, MasterCraft Builder Group has been awarded “Best Home Builder” in St Augustine.
There are many reasons why one may choose to relocate to the Sunshine State. From warm weather and scenic beaches to exotic wildlife and theme parks, there’s something for everyone.
We’re in the business to shape the place that we spend our time, so whether you’re new to the community or are already familiar with all that St. Johns County has to offer, here are some great ways to get out and join the family fun this season!
Finding the perfect home also means finding the ideal interest rate. With more people looking to become new homebuyers, locking in your rate is more important than ever.
We are thrilled to announce that we are the title sponsor for yet another outstanding fundraiser, Concerts for a Cause. With two events under its belt, Concerts for a Cause has raised over $100,000 for Northeast Florida charities, including Investing in Kids (INK!) and Alpha-Omega Miracle Home.
This year has been a celebratory one for MasterCraft Builder Group, but the unpredictability of the homebuilding supply chain has rained on the party a little bit.
MasterCraft once again was recognized as one of the area’s best home builders by winning two Gold and two Silver awards at the 2021 Parade of Homes.
MasterCraft home buyers get VIP treatment when building a pool during home construction thanks to a partnership with Premier Pools and Outdoor Living.
We continue to invest at TrailMark in St. Augustine, FL. We just released new homesites with incredible views and five new floor plans. See what’s now available.
As part of 10-year business anniversary celebration series, here’s our Top 10 reasons we love living and building semi-custom homes in St. Johns County, FL.
Meet our New Home Consultants Bonnie and Diane. They are here to make the home buying process as easy, fun, and streamlined as possible.
We reached a huge company milestone with the closing of our 500th home. The closing was for one of our favorite floor plans in the hottest new home communities.
Learn more about what true craftsmanship means. For 10-years, we’ve been building new homes that come standard with the finest features and finishes.
As part of its commitment to Higher Standards, MasterCraft Builder Group celebrates 10-years of giving back to the St. Johns County, FL community. Here’s how.
April 2021 marks another major milestone for MasterCraft –we celebrate 10-years of crafting new homes and building communities in St. Johns County, FL.
In 2011, the Parrish family purchased one of the first homes built by MasterCraft. Ten years later, the family reflects on that experience. Here’s their story.
The NE Florida Association of Realtors reports that home inventory is at 1.7 months of supply vs. a normal 5-6 months. MasterCraft is trying to change that.
MasterCraft will enter four model homes in the 2021 NEFBA Parade of Homes competition, one from each of its new home communities including Madeira, TrailMark, SilverLeaf, and RiverTown.
We’re now selling Phase II in Madeira, one of Northeast Florida’s most desirable neighborhoods for families, snowbirds, retirees, and professional couples.
We spoke with a recent homebuyer to hear about why they chose to live in HighPointe in RiverTown and their experience building their new dream home with MasterCraft.
MasterCraft Builder Group raised over $200,000 for dozens of North Florida charities through its 8th Annual Clays for a Cause event, the most successful to date.
Closing on your new home is less stressful when you know what to expect. Here are answers to your questions about our new home closing process.
We spoke with two recent homebuyers to hear about why they chose to live in SilverLeaf and their experience building their new dream home with MasterCraft.
For the seventh consecutive year, one of our model homes was awarded in the Parade of Homes. This year, our Thomas Plus model in TrailMark took gold.
For the second consecutive year, MasterCraft Builder Group was voted the “Best Home Builder” as part of The St. Augustine Record’s “Best of St. Augustine” contest.
As a result of the pandemic, more people are leaving the cities to find more space and value. This phenomenon has become known as the “Great Re-Shuffle.”
As part of our commitment to giving back, we are donating the proceeds from the sale of a new home to benefit the elderly, disabled and non-profits in NE Florida.
Want a new construction home without the wait? Learn about our inventory homes in desired communities such as SilverLeaf, TrailMark, RiverTown and Shearwater.
We are pre-selling eight new semi-custom floorplans ranging from 2,500-4,000 square feet, 3-6 BR, 2-3.5 BA, and 3+ garages. Homesites offer water and preserve views.
We added a new 43-foot homesite to compliment our existing 53 and 63-foot homesites. Three new semi-custom floorplans are available for the 43-foot homesites.
St. Johns Magazine selected Chris Shee, MasterCraft Founder for his unwavering philanthropic work that benefits the residents of St. Johns County, FL.
If you love MasterCraft Builder Group, we’d like you to tell greater St. Augustine. Please nominate us for the 2020 Best Home Builder category.
Be among the first to visit our two new model homes in SilverLeaf. Explore our 10 semi-custom floor plans (1,799-3,628 sq. ft.) with options to expand.
Our Move-in Ready homes at Shearwater in St. Augustine are in greater demand than toilet paper … and we are not restocking. We are scheduling private tours by appointment only.
We continue our mission of Higher Standards by giving new MasterCraft homebuyers peace of mind with a free COVID-19 home disinfection service before move in.
While our commitment to Higher Standards does not change, please note the following changes to our COVID-19 response plan effective March 23, 2020.
MasterCraft employees served as “celebrity” waiters and raised $2,500 to help maintain and expand the Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Johns County programs.
MasterCraft was recently named “Best Residential Builder” in St. Augustine by Folio Weekly’s readers of influence who voted for the best of the best in St. Johns County.
Congratulations to our President, Brad Shee, for becoming a Florida Certified Master Builder, a distinction for elite Home Builders who are dedicated to excellence in building and client satisfaction.
MasterCraft’s Seth Kelley was voted “Builder of the Year 2019” by the St. Johns Builders Council. Seth was also elected as the 2nd Vice-Chair on the SJBC’s 2020 Executive Board.
Our homes in Shearwater are selling like hotcakes. Only 12 opportunities remain. Now is the best time to visit our multi award-winning model home.
Prior to being named “Best Home Builder” in St. Augustine, we won three more awards at the SJBC Parade of Homes, including Judge’s Choice “Pick of Parade.”
As a forward-thinking new home builder in St. Augustine, FL, we design innovative floor plans that cater to empty nesters. Here are our most popular floor plans.
Our homes in Madeira are selling like hotcakes. Only 11 opportunities remain in Phase I so the time is now to visit our multi award-winning model home.
We’re so honored and humbled to have been named “Best Home Builder” in St. Augustine in St. Augustine Record’s “Best of” contest. As a truly local home builder in St. Johns County, we’re delivering on our promise to build semi-custom homes to a Higher Standard versus cookie-cutter production homes put up by big national brands.
For a limited time, MasterCraft Builder Group is offering new homebuyers $5,000 in Flex Cash spending when you purchase a new home at Villages of Valencia in St. Augustine. Apply your $5,000 Flex Cash towards home structural options, interior finishes and design center selections.
MasterCraft Builder Group is a semi-custom homebuilder and community developer with deep roots in Northeast Florida. We’re in this business to help shape the community we live in. Due to this we give you the flexibility to make design and structural changes to suit your lifestyle, not our logistics. We’re not bound by off-the-shelf blueprints.…
MasterCraft Builder Group won four home design and construction awards validating its mission to build semi-custom homes for the way modern families live.
If you love MasterCraft Builder Group, we’d like you to tell the world – or at least greater St. Augustine! Here’s the deal…the St. Augustine Record is looking for the “Best of…”in a variety of categories, and to be honest, we need your vote to make it to #1. We’d love it if you would…
You can expect a higher standard experience when building a new construction home with MasterCraft Builder Group in St. Johns County, FL. The excitement of starting is so much fun. Here’s what to expect over the next several months.
After winning four first-place awards including the coveted “Best of Show” in 2018, MasterCraft Builder Group entered three model homes for the 2019 Parade of Homes. We invite you to tour our award-winning homes April 27 – May 12. This event is open to the general public
When you buy a new MasterCraft home at Madeira in St. Augustine, you can choose an included custom pool or $30,000 in structural or design center options.
We’re one of the few builders in St. Johns County, FL to offer a selection of new home designs that support the multigenerational home construction trend.
Be among the first to see our innovative semi-custom floor plans at our model public grand opening at TrailMark. We’ll be making a big splash with our coolest promo.
Learn how MasterCraft and Seamark Ranch are partnering to build more than just two new homes, but brighter futures for 12 homeless children in Clay County.
Jen Pledger is a new home consultant at Shearwater in St. Augustine, FL. Get Jen’s insights on the most important things to know when looking for a new home.
We know all about award-winning kitchen design trends in Florida. Learn what our in-house interior designer sees and recommends for Florida kitchens.
We made it to the final round. With superior craftsmanship and innovative home designs, please vote for MasterCraft as St. Augustine’s Best Home Builder.
It is another big year for MasterCraft Builder Group. The popular and highly reputable home builder captured four design awards including “Best Kitchen”.
NFL running back Jordan Todman and MasterCraft Builder Group will team up to help St. Johns County youth sharpen their football and life skills.
Here are some frequently asked questions and answers about homes and life in Villages of Valencia, a gem of new home community near downtown St. Augustine, FL.
When you buy a new MasterCraft home at Madeira in St. Augustine, you can choose an included custom pool or $30,000 in structural or design center options.
Here are some frequently asked questions and answers about homes and life in Madeira, a gem of new home community near downtown St. Augustine, FL.
With so many St. Johns County residents loving their MasterCraft Builder Group home, we’d like your vote as the Best Home Builder in St. Augustine, FL.
Get answers to all your questions about our luxurious Shearwater homes and floor plans, and life at Shearwater. Plus, get the latest news on what new amenities are coming as part of Phase II.
When you see what’s going on in other parts of the country – floods, unending snowstorms, bitter cold, devastating fires – Florida looks pretty good. After all, our peninsula “Sunshine State” boasts a great climate, magnificent ocean beaches and virtually no pollution. But new home builders in Florida face their own set of challenges, because…
Building a new home is very special. Building the home designed for the way you live takes the experience to a whole new level. That’s why, besides the right location and the right builder, it’s so important to focus on new home floor plans. Make the right decision at this stage, and everything else just…
Waterparks. Nature Trails. Cafes. Clubhouses. Fitness centers. Tennis courts. Special events. Sounds like the amenities of a luxury vacation resort, right? Not exactly. These are just some of the perks of home ownership at Shearwater and TrailMark, two master-planned communities where MasterCraft builds. A Whole New Approach to Living North Florida continues to be a…
How do you define luxury in a home? Price? Comfort? Style? Craftsmanship? Traditionally, luxury homes have been defined by price points well beyond the reach of most homebuyers. They have also been defined by a look and feel that goes beyond the expected. These homes have been the domain of luxury home builders who deliver…
If you’re new to the world of real estate and this is your first experience buying a house, you may have heard the expression, “location, location, location.” Well, we’d like to add another expression to your real estate vocabulary, “timing, timing, timing.” That’s because when you buy – or sell – a home, timing can…
OK, you’re a new homebuyer ready to take the plunge. You may have figured out where you want to live, how much room you need, and how much you want to spend. But there’s an even more basic question you need to ask yourself, “Do I want a resale home or new construction?” This article…
Making the decision to build your own house is one of the most important decisions of your life. It’s not only an economic but also an emotional decision. Once you’ve made the commitment, it’s critical that you have a clear understanding of what you (not your friends, co-workers or extended family!) really want, and have…
Ready to make a change in life? Starting a family? Looking for a job and a new place to live? About to retire? There seems to something for everyone in greater Jacksonville, and its neighbors of St. Augustine and St. Johns, Florida. If you’re looking for Jacksonville homes for sale, we invite you to come…
Buying a new home can be exciting and yet very stressful. It’s helpful to know what you can expect from your homebuilder, as well as what’s expected of you. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or simply need a refresher, we’re here to help you understand the requirements and processes that are involved with our new…
Are you in search of new homes for sale near historic St. Augustine? If so, we’re pleased to welcome you to Madeira, our newest community located just two miles away from downtown St. Augustine and historical landmarks, such as the Castillo de San Marcos Fort, the former Hotel Ponce de Leon (now Flagler College), and…
We hear similar stories from our customers time and time again. “No other new home builder in Jacksonville will change their floor plans for us,” and: “The other builders wanted to charge an arm and a leg to take one wall down.” That’s not the way we operate. For us, building new homes isn’t about…
Due to our dedication to Higher Standards for quality new home construction and stellar customer service, we are selling out fast with only 22 homesites remaining in The Trails at Shearwater. If you are considering Shearwater or interested in a master-planned community that offers the best value in St. Johns County, now is the time to act. We…
If you are shopping for a new home in St. Johns County, then new construction is the way to go. Although some do-it-yourselfers relish the idea of renovating an older home, the reality is that most people don’t realize that turning a resale into the home of their dreams can take a lot of time…
MasterCraft Builder Group is proud to introduce Victoria Hartwell, our new Sales and Marketing Manager. How long have you been in home sales? I have been a licensed real estate agent since 2011 and moved into new home sales in 2013. I joined MasterCraft BuilderGroup in October 2016, and transitioned into the position of Sales…
If you’re looking to buy a new construction home in St. Augustine, Florida, you’ll be pleased to hear that the popular Villages of Valencia is now selling in Phase III. The newest phase will feature over 100 homes ranging from 1,462 to 2,432 square feet, with prices starting in the low 200’s. Whether you’re a…
What’s even better than moving into a brand new home that’s full of features and special touches? The feeling of excitement you get when you park your new golf cart in the whisper-quiet garage with 8-foot doors. For a limited time only, a special edition MasterCraft golf cart, valued at $6,000, is included with two…
When we started our semi-custom home building company, we committed ourselves to building new homes in St. Johns County that improve the lives of our customers and our communities. We feel fortunate, and quite honestly, inspired by the families who have invited us to build their dream home. A home is a place where great…
Making the financing process easy and pleasant is as important to MasterCraft as helping you select and build the home that’s just right for you. That’s why we’ve partnered with three preferred lenders who offer mortgage information, options, and advice along with a special financing offer exclusively for MasterCraft homebuyers. The financing program locks in…
The 5th annual Clays for a Cause sporting clay shoot, presented by St. Johns new home builder MasterCraft Builder Group, was held on November 17, 2016, in St. Augustine, and was the largest to date with more than 200 registered participants raising more than $50,000 for St. Augustine Youth Services (SAYS) and Seamark Ranch. “Clays…
Oxford Estates and Shearwater, new home communities located in St. Johns County, are only minutes from each other and offer something different depending on what you’re looking for: Are you looking for a private, gated community while enjoying the serenity of a pool in your own backyard? Oxford Estates has your dream home. Want a…
Homeowners should factor property taxes in as one significant cost of homeownership. Both Florida and St. Johns County property tax rules may confuse some homeowners; and certainly, these misunderstandings could cost homebuyers more money than they originally planned to spend. This is particularly true for folks who have just purchased their first home or who…
When you think of awards season, the Grammy’s, Oscar’s and Tony’s may come to mind, but for the new home construction industry ours is all about the Parade of Homes, and today we’re talking about the St. Johns Builder’s Council Parade of Homes. The Parade of Homes features new homes and models built in St.…
We’ve been running the pool promotion in Oxford Estates, a new home community in St. Johns County, for a while now. And things have been going well since — I mean, a POOL INCLUDED with each new home purchased, who would say no?! Especially in Florida and with this heat — we’re all trying to…
The first full summer season the pool is open in the St. Augustine new home community of Villages of Valencia is in 2016, and with the warm weather on the way, we know homeowners are excited to have the perfect spot to relax and soak up some sun! The highly anticipated pool and cabana in Villages…
Be among the first to walk through the floorplans of Shearwater’s model homes. The first-ever model tour will include all four of our distinguished homebuilders: David Weekley Homes, Lennar, Richmond American Homes and MasterCraft Builder Group. Join the fun by participating in the community passport tour for a chance to win exciting prizes. Simply collect stamps while…
On December 10th, 2015, we held our annual Clays for a Cause charity event for the fourth consecutive year. We are proud to announce that this year’s event was our most successful one yet! Since our inception in 2012, we have been putting on Clays for a Cause, a sporting clay shoot event that raises…
We are thrilled to announce that we have officially begun Phase Two of development for Oxford Estates, a picturesque new community with estate-size homes, located in St. Johns County! MasterCraft Builder Group, a semi-custom Florida homebuilder, offers homes in Oxford Estates that range in size from 2,700 to 4,000+ square feet with prices starting in…
If you want to live by all the action of the Kayak Club and Fitness Center, then life in The Trails at Shearwater is for you. If you want to live a slower-paced, closer-to-nature lifestyle, then life at The Trails at Shearwater is for you. There are close to 50 MasterCraft Builder Group homesites available in…
Villages of Valencia is one of our most popular communities, and it is continuing to grow! Located in St. Augustine, Florida, it is in close proximity to the Intracoastal Waterway, historic downtown St. Augustine, and two beautiful beaches. Villages of Valencia offers a variety of new homes, ranging from town-homes to single-family homes to duplexes.…
Only after four years in business building high-quality new homes in premier St. Johns County locations, we have been named the 11th largest new home builder in Northeast Florida by the Jacksonville Business Journal. After receiving Northeast Florida Builders Association’s Builder of the Year Award in 2012, our goal has remained the same – not to…
We’ve extended our amazing pool promotion in one of St. Johns best new home communities – Oxford Estates! Purchase a new home in Oxford Estates through October 2015* and include a $37,000 complete pool package for just $15,000! The complete pool package includes: • A pool up to 323 sq. ft. (approx. 14′ x 27′) • Pool can be any…
As a new home builder, we love getting notes like this from our new homeowners. The Zalkan’s recently moved into their new home in the St. Johns community Oxford Estates. To the entire MasterCraft organization: Kim and I just wanted to tell you that our experience with MasterCraft over the past 10 months has been…
Being somewhat of a newer new home community in St. Johns, we are asked a lot of questions about Oxford Estates. Here, we share some of the frequently asked questions and New Home Sales Consultant Landon Drye’s responses. Is there a CDD? No, Oxford Estates is one of the few new home communities in NW St.…
By now you’re probably heard that the new master-planned community Shearwater is opening off CR 210 in St. Johns in the Fall 2015. But what you may not know is that it will provide residents with many amazing amenities and community features. How do you know if Shearwater is right for you and your family? Do you:…
Everyone knows the three most important things for Real Estate and new home builders – location, location, location. As a new home builder, we strive to develop and build communities and homes residents will love. One way to do that is build in superior locations. And our new home community of Oxford Estates is perfectly located…
We are looking to expand our sales team with a New Home Sales Consultant. Could it be you? Do you think you’ve got what it takes? Are you a professional New Home Sales Consultant looking for a great place to work? Our next New Home Sales Consultant will have: • 2+ years experience selling new homes…
For those interested in living near the St. Johns River, we have 26 homesites available in RiverTown! With homes ranging in size from 1470 – 2410 sq. ft, a new set of floor plans has been designed specifically for RiverTown. RiverTown is an amazing riverfront community situated in northwest St. Johns County. It is pedestrian-friendly with many walking trails…
With any new home purchase* in the exclusive St. Johns community of Oxford Estates through the month of July 2015*, buyers will have a choice of one of the following promotional packages: 1. Complete Move-In Package Front load washer Front load dryer Refrigerator Plantation shutters on all windows in the front 2″ faux wood blinds on all other windows 2. Deluxe…
Another new home SOLD in Oxford Estates! The Tyler floor plan is a beautiful split-level home built in Oxford Estates in the heart of St. Johns. This lovely floor plan features: • 4 bedrooms / 3 bathrooms with 3-car garage • 2,720 sq. ft. • Popular one story split floor plan with separate study & guest suite •…
Buyers purchasing* a new home in the St. Johns community of Oxford Estates through the month of June 2015* will have a choice of one of the following promotional packages. Summer Kitchen • Up to 8 ft. long; 36″ tall; and 30″ deep • 3 cm granite top in your choice of four colors • 15″…
Now that we’ve introduced you to the community of Shearwater, we want to expand on what the community truly is. The master-planned new home community of Shearwater is three things: Part sanctuary Lakes, ponds, parks and trail system scroll through a lush native landscape and preserved habitat. We love where we live and we love…
Since 2011, MasterCraft Builder Group has grown to be a top new home builder in Northeast Florida. The goal has never been to be the biggest builder – it’s to be the best. Our original philosophies still guide everything we do: • Build high-quality homes with thoughtful designs and in the best locations • Use innovative…
Something awesome is right! The 1,520-acre master-planned new home community of Shearwater will be opening in St. Johns in the Fall of 2015. We are proud to be the the only local new home builder in the community. Shearwater is centrally located between Jacksonville and St. Augustine and is the perfect community for the active family,…
This week in our “Get to Know” series is our Assistant Superintendent Scott Sullivan. See what he says is his favorite memory working at MasterCraft Builder Group. How long have you been in the home building industry? 11 years What made you decide to choose new home building as a profession? I chose new home building as my profession because…
According to the latest annual County Health Rankings, St. Johns County tops the list for for both health outcomes and other health factors. 2015 marks the sixth annual report of this kind for Florida and the fourth year in a row for St. Johns County to hold the No. 1 position. From the News4Jax article: In a…
As a luxury home builder, we put a lot of thought into the design of our floor plans to make sure they ‘make sense’ for our buyers and their lives. With large separate laundry rooms and ‘stop-and-drop’ areas close to the garages, our floor plans have very little wasted space and the homes flow easily from…
Get to know builder Craig Sheets and learn how he got into the new home building industry in Northeast Florida. How long have you been in the home building industry? I have been building in St Johns County for 21 years. What made you decide to choose this as a profession? When I first moved to…
This beautiful two-story home in the gated new home community of Oxford Estates was SOLD this weekend!! The Thomas Plus floor plan, our most popular two-story floor plan, features 5 bedrooms / 4 bathrooms with 3-car garage in 3,685 sq. ft. Other features include: • Large, estate sized lot • First floor Master and separate guest suite • Master…
This week we feature Sales & Operations Manager Brad Shee. Learn about Brad and find out the best advice he was ever given. How long have you been in new home sales? I have been in Real Estate sales since 2005 while I attended Florida State University. After Graduating in 2006, I followed my passion…
I love it when people ask me: Why MasterCraft? Why should I build with you guys? I’m eager to respond with some of the features that I used to charge an upgrade fee for when I worked with other builders, things that are standard with MasterCraft. Like our double-pane vinyl windows that don’t sweat and…
Learn more about Brandon Ravan, our New Home Sales Consultant who is selling in our St. Augustine community Villages of Valencia. How long have you been in home sales? 7 Months What made you decide to choose real estate and new home sales as a profession? The industry is growing and it’s an exciting field to work in. What’s…
With the first phase of development in Oxford Estates complete, the Jacksonville Business Journal took notice. The first phase of a $100 million, 250-plus gated home community in the heart of northwest St. Johns County was recently completed. The initial phase of Oxford Estates includes 130 single-family lots. About a dozen homes have been built, including five spec…
As January ends hopefully your New Year’s resolutions are still going strong. One resolution you may have is to build a new home this year. If you plan on building a new home from the ground up or buying a spec home already under construction, the process of buying a new home is different from buying a previously-owned…
We always like to hear from happy customers, but this thank you letter from the Kings, new homeowners in St. Augustine’s Villages of Valencia, is a great way to start a new year. Their letter speaks volumes to the quality product and customer experience we are producing as a company. We look forward to a…
Get to know Partner Chris Shee, learn how he got his start in the new home building industry and who he owes his career to. Did you know he started his career here in Jacksonville? How long have you been in the home building industry? 14 years What made you decide to choose new home builder…
Clays for a Cause, an annual charity clay shooting event presented by Jacksonville new home builder MasterCraft Builder Group, raised a net $15,000 in its third year. K9s for Warriors and St. Augustine Youth Services received $5,000, plus The Weaver Foundation at the Community Foundation of Northeast Florida has matched donations to K9s for Warriors, dollar for…
According to a Fidelity Investments article, the Mortgage Bankers Association said its seasonally adjusted index of mortgage application activity, which includes both refinancing and home purchase demand, rose 11.1 percent in the week ended Jan. 2. Fixed 30-year mortgage rates averaged 4.01 percent in the week, down 3 basis points from 4.04 percent the week before.…
Get to know Partner Andy Chambers, why he chose new home building and what he thinks is the most important aspect of the business. How long have you been in the home building industry? 22 years What made you decide to choose new home building as a profession? I have always had an aptitude for construction. I…
We spoke with Sales and Construction Manager Brad Shee about his choice to build in Oxford Estates. What factors motivated you to build your new home in Oxford Estates? There are many reasons why my family has decided to build our new home in Oxford, but here are a few of our top reasons. The…
The beautiful model home in Oxford Estates is now open! Oxford Estates is a luxury gated community in St. Johns providing its residents with many amenities including environmentally-friendly natural gas, no CDD fees, a top-performing school district and many of the estate-sized lots backing to a lake, preserved land or a combination of both. With…
We love getting testimonials from happy customers. We just finished a complete remodel of the Lohman master bathroom…and we are just as amazed at the transformation as the homeowner. “I would just like to thank Leigh and Jay again for the GREAT job on my bathroom!! Working with the MasterCraft Builder Group renovation/remodeling team couldn’t…
It’s a no brainer, we love St. Johns. And, as one of Jacksonville’s fastest growing areas, we are excited more and more people are falling in love with it too. St. Johns provides great access to both St. Augustine and Jacksonville, professional sports, cultural opportunities, family activities, youth sports and some of the best schools in the…
We asked Brandon Ravan, the New Home Consultant in Villages of Valencia, what are some top reasons St. Augustine is such a great place to live. Here’s what he had to say. • Beautiful Beaches The first thing to mention is the gorgeous white sand! There is a lot of variety as well – you can…
With the construction progress of the new amenity and welcoming more families home, September was a HOT month for Villages of Valencia. Both MasterCraft Builder Group and the residents of Villages of Valencia are extremely excited about the construction progress of the new pool and clubhouse in Villages of Valencia—scheduled for completion in early 2015.…
In a recent report by MetroStudy, Villages of Valencia in St. Augustine came in as the 18th fastest selling community in Northeast Florida. The St. Johns County community has homesites starting in the mid $100s ready to customize. Out of 54 annual starts, the community boasts 42 annual closings. With 50 phase 2c homesites available…
Winner winner chicken dinner! Ok, ok, so some of us had the steak. But let’s start from the beginning. About a month ago, each of the homes entered in the St. Johns Builders Council Parade of Homes contest were judged – each feature and design aesthetic were thoroughly examined by the panel of three judges. Our model home…
Ready for move in, this Tyler floor plan in Jacksonville’s gated, 10 homesite community of Waters Edge boasts 2720 sq. ft., 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms on an oversized homesite. A spacious wood deck provides gorgeous views of Dunn Creek. This home features tile throughout the main living areas, 42 in. custom cabinets with full extension solid wood…
Ready for move in, this beautiful 3459 sq. ft., 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom home sits on an oversized homesite in Water’s Edge, a 10 homesite gated community with gorgeous views of Dunn Creek. The home features tile throughout the main living areas, 42 in. custom cabinets with full extension solid wood, soft close drawers and…
New home construction is an exciting process – choosing colors, cabinets, flooring and more. This may sound like a lot to think about, but don’t stress, we are here to help you enjoy the process of making your home unique to you and your family’s needs. While many of our customers are not first-time home buyers,…
This is Chris Hammond in her customized new home with MasterCraft Builder Group builder Craig Sheets and realtor Kate. The Hammonds bought a homesite in the St. Augustine community of Villages of Valencia. Due to Chris recently becoming wheelchair bound we redesigned the Flagler to better suit their needs. We widened the garage and garage door for…
With gorgeous views of the St. Johns River, the gated riverfront community of Port St. John is breathtaking with its 24 homes on the oak tree lined street. It is truly one of the most beautiful and unique communities in St. Johns County. One of our top-selling floor plans, the Benjamin, was given an upgrade due…
Phase 2c has begun in Villages of Valencia – a new home community in St. Augustine. Phase 2c adds 50 homesites to the quaint community nestled on a beautiful sand ridge, some of which back to . The floor plans for the community include the Anastasia 2, Flagler, Matanzas 3, Matanzas 4, Ponce 3, Ponce 4…
Completed December 2013 This 1925 historic Avondale home was in need of a master bath face lift. The previous owners had added on a master bath that was quite contemporary in taste, with pink sinks, countertops, tub and tiles, which did not suit the historic features, the classic architecture of this home, or the new…
In observance of Independence Day, our offices will be closed tomorrow, Friday, July 4, 2014. We hope you have a great, safe weekend with your families and friends.
The beautiful weather allows us to spend time outdoors all year round and the ‘outdoor great room’ concept is a big trend for outdoor living spaces this year. The squared off decks and slab patios are a thing of yesteryear. An outdoor great room has all the amenities of a kitchen, living area and kitchen…
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The construction of S.R. 9B is scheduled to be completed sooner than expected, according to a report by St.Augustine.com. The third phase of S.R. 9B, scheduled to begin in late 2015, will go from the Duval County line to St. Johns Parkway (County Rd. 2209). This will compete the four-lane roadway between I-295 in Duval…
The luxury community of Oxford Estates is sure to be one of the most enviable addresses in St. Johns County. Oxford Estates sits nestled in the heart of St. Johns on more than 90 acres on Longleaf Pine Parkway north of Greenbriar Road. Phase One, currently under construction, will have 132 quarter-acre home sites, most of…
In Buzzfeed’s recent article, 11 Stunning Florida Towns You Need To Visit, two First Coast cities are listed – St. Augustine and Amelia Island. So, who’s ready for a stay-cation? St. Augustine’s historic sites such as Castillo, Fort Matanzas, the city gate and the oldest wooden schoolhouse in America are listed as must-sees. The abundance…
Thinking a home renovation or remodel is in your future? Here are some important things to remember. DO set a home remodeling budget. And stick to it. Whether it’s installing a paver patio or adding a home addition, our budget- and style-conscious design professionals will help create the look and feel you’ve always wanted within your…
Every spring many residents in Northeast Florida begin a search for their new home at the annual Parade of Homes presented by Northeast Florida Builders Association (NEFBA.) The Parade of Homes showcases beautiful new homes to potential buyers, and this year we had a home in the mix — a model in the Villages of…
St. Johns County’s vitals are strong. It’s the healthiest county in Florida and leads the state in public education. Plus, the weather’s gorgeous year-round. No wonder highly educated talent is being wooed there in droves. Read more
For those of us that live in NE Florida, this comes as no surprise—our economy typically remains very steady. However, more and more large companies are opening new divisions or even moving there headquarters to Jacksonville in order to take advantage of all the benefits our wonderful area has to offer including a low relative…
Fruit Cove is one of the top “hottest suburbs in the U.S.” according to a list by Coldwell Banker Real Estate. The real estate firm rated 1,500 communities around the country using criteria including employment, access to suburban staples (grocery stores, banks, etc.), proximity to good schools, commuting by car and community safety. The result:…
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Nov. 8, 2011 – The construction industry thinks two Fla. metropolitan areas – Jacksonville and South Florida – are poised for a rebound, according to an analysis by Builder Magazine. To find the cities with the greatest potential for growth, Builder Magazine as Hanley Wood Market Intelligence to consider local factors, such…
Jacksonville was fortunate enough to host the Republican Debate last week at the University of North Florida. With thousands of people in town to follow the debate and millions watching on TV, our beautiful city was in the spot light and fared extremely well. In fact, it went so well that CNN anchor Erin Burnett…
Jacksonville hits the news again with another positive outlook. This clip from Fox News interviews a real estate analyst who picked two cities in the United States that have the best outlook for real estate and home values. While Florida still has a long road ahead before getting “healthy” again, Jacksonville, and really Northeast Florida…
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