Meet the Builders of Valencia by FivePoint Collections

Richmond American Homes

Each builder has helped shape Valencia by FivePoint in its own unique way, bringing different architectural styles, floorplans, and neighborhood experiences to the community over time.

Richmond American Homes

Richmond American Homes traces its roots back to 1977, when it was founded by Larry Mizel as part of what would become MDC Holdings. The company trades today under MDC on the New York Stock Exchange and has grown into a significant national builder serving markets across the country.

One thing that makes Richmond American particularly interesting is its long-standing focus on paired homebuilding and mortgage services. Early on, the company recognized that controlling both construction and financing could create a smoother path to homeownership — a strategy that helped fuel its expansion.

A lesser-known but fascinating detail: Richmond American has historically emphasized structural personalization — offering buyers meaningful floor plan options rather than just cosmetic upgrades. For many homeowners, that ability to tailor the way a home lives (not just how it looks) has been a major draw.

Today, Richmond American operates as part of a large public corporation but still maintains a reputation for practical, flexible floor plans and buyer choice. In master-planned communities like Valencia by FivePoint, their homes often appeal to families who want customization flexibility within a production-builder framework.

Builder at a Glance

Builder:
Richmond American Homes

Founded:
1977

Headquarters:
Denver, Colorado (parent company’s HQ)

Stock Symbol:
NYSE: MDC (delisted after acquisition)

Builder Type:
Large national builder brand; now part of Sekisui House (Japan)

First Homes in Valencia by FivePoint:
2022

You Might Not Expect…

Richmond American is now backed by Sekisui House, a major Japanese homebuilder — a fascinating “global parent company” twist most buyers don’t know. (PR Newswire)

Their origin story is very “scrappy beginnings”: in the first year, 27 homes closed and 65 were under construction.

Original Model Showcase Collections by Richmond American Homes

Explore the model home collections built by [Builder Name] in Valencia by FivePoint. Each link below opens a detailed archive of floor plans, elevations, and key home features. These model home collections help document the evolution of Santa Clarita new homes in Valencia by FivePoint, preserving important details for today’s buyers and future homeowners.

  • Redmond

    Collection Name: Rosemist

    Collection Type: Single Family Detached

    Village Name: Confluence Village

    Years Built: 2022-2024

    Status: Sold Out

The Original Model Showcase archive will continue to grow as more Valencia by FivePoint collections are added over time. Click below to stay connected as we continue documenting the story and evolution of this remarkable community.

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Whether you are researching Santa Clarita new homes, exploring architectural styles, or simply curious about the companies building in Valencia by FivePoint, this guide offers a warm, informative look at the builders helping bring this master-planned community to life.