New Construction in North Natomas: Every Builder Compared

Three builders are building new construction in North Natomas right now: Meritage Homes at East Village, Lennar at Northlake, and Risewell Homes at Natomas Landing. Together they offer everything from two-story plans in the $500,000s to large multi-generational homes near $850,000.

This guide from Living In Northern California, a Realty of America team led by Rose and Steven Gonzales, compares each one: what's being built, what the homes include, what incentives we've seen, and how to buy well. New construction makes up 85 to 90 percent of our team's business, so we tour these communities regularly. For the wider picture, see our Sacramento city guide.

North Natomas builders at a glance

North Natomas combines new construction with one of the shortest commutes in the region. From the new communities, Sacramento International Airport is roughly a 14-minute drive and downtown Sacramento about 16 minutes in normal traffic. That suits frequent travelers, anyone who works downtown, and anyone who wants the arena, restaurants and nightlife close by without living in the city core.

The area also sits near the American and Sacramento Rivers, with regional parks, trails and lakes a short drive away. And because several builders are competing for buyers in the same few square miles, incentives here are often stronger than in more established areas.

What's being built: three neighborhoods at East Village, roughly 700 homes in all, each a different product line. Prices: the figures below are initial release prices from November 2025; builders adjust pricing by lot, backyard and phase, so ask us for today's numbers.

Asheville at East Village

• Two-story homes of about 2,020 to 2,419 sq ft
• 2,020 sq ft plan: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, from about $564,000 at release
• Residence 2: 2,168 sq ft, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, from about $633,000 at release
• Residence 3: about 2,400 sq ft, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, from about $669,000 at release

Bridgeport at East Village

• Two-story homes of about 2,300 to 2,765 sq ft
• Residence 1: about 2,300 sq ft, 4 bed, 3 bath, from about $650,000 at release
• Residence 2: about 2,534 sq ft, 4 bed, 3 bath, from about $658,000 at release
• Residence 3: about 2,765 sq ft, 4 bed, 3 bath, from about $699,000 at release

Durham at East Village

• Larger lots, higher finish packages, and one- and two-story plans from about 2,098 to 3,247 sq ft
• Single-story plan: 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, from about $699,000 at release
• Residence 2: about 2,831 sq ft, 4 beds, 3 baths, from about $769,000 at release
• Largest plan: about 3,247 sq ft, 5 beds, 3.5 baths, from about $843,000 at release

What stands out: much of Meritage's standard package includes tile flooring in the main areas, granite kitchen counters and cabinetry, and many homes include a washer, dryer and refrigerator, which is uncommon. Most plans have a bedroom and full bath on the first floor, and every home includes energy-efficient features like spray foam insulation and Low-E windows. East Village homes are served by the Twin Rivers Unified School District.

Incentives we've seen: at the November 2025 release, Meritage offered some homes with a 4.99 percent interest rate while typical resale mortgage rates were around 6 percent.

What's being built: Northlake is Lennar's master-planned community in North Natomas, with seven neighborhoods and 31 floor plans, all of them all-electric, built around waterfront homesites, a swimming pool, a clubhouse, and a park and playground. Prices: starting prices below are from Lennar's site as of September 2026.

• Shor: 1,765 to 2,179 sq ft, 3 to 5 bedrooms, from $550,990
• Lakelet: 2,107 to 2,419 sq ft, 4 bedrooms, from $589,990
• Wavmor: 2,127 to 2,776 sq ft, 3 to 5 bedrooms, from $603,990
• Crestvue: 1,789 to 3,178 sq ft, 3 to 5 bedrooms, from $630,779
• Watersyde: 2,309 to 2,966 sq ft, 4 to 5 bedrooms, from $633,990
• Drifton: 2,282 to 3,410 sq ft, 4 to 5 bedrooms, from $636,986
• Bleau: 2,143 to 3,460 sq ft, 4 to 5 bedrooms, from $640,990

What stands out: Watersyde, Drifton and Bleau offer Lennar's NextGen plans, which include a separate suite with its own entrance and living space, useful for extended family, long-term guests or a home business. With seven neighborhoods at once, Northlake offers the widest range of sizes and price points in North Natomas.

Incentives: Lennar's offers change by neighborhood and by month. Ask us what Northlake is offering right now.

What's being built: Natomas Landing is a collection of residential villages by Risewell Homes, with floor plans of about 1,700 to 3,147 sq ft and up to 5 bedrooms. Prices: listings in September 2026 showed prices from the low $600,000s to the mid $700,000s.

What stands out: the community includes a 5.7-acre park, trails along the Ninos Parkway, and a planned elementary school.

Incentives we've seen: Risewell has offered a 4.99 percent interest rate, and at times a 2-1 buydown on top of it, which lowers the rate further for the first two years of the loan. Offers like these come and go, so check with us before you visit.

• Lowest starting price in North Natomas: Lennar's Shor at Northlake, from $550,990 (September 2026).
• Largest homes: Lennar's Bleau (up to about 3,460 sq ft) and Meritage's Durham (up to about 3,247 sq ft).
• Multi-generational plans: Lennar's NextGen plans at Watersyde, Drifton and Bleau; Meritage's first-floor bedroom suites.
• Included appliances: Meritage, where many homes include a washer, dryer and refrigerator.
• Incentives we've seen: Risewell's 4.99 percent rate with an occasional 2-1 buydown, and Meritage's 4.99 percent rate at its November 2025 release.
• Community amenities: Lennar's Northlake, with a pool, clubhouse and waterfront homesites.

Yes, if you want your own representation. Builders usually ask you to register on your first visit, and once you've registered directly with the builder, an outside agent may not be able to represent you on that home. Bringing your agent to the first visit protects your negotiating position and your access to incentives.

The sales team in the model home represents the builder. An agent who specializes in new construction understands how incentives are structured, which lots tend to hold value, which upgrades are worth it, and how to compare the true cost of builder financing against outside lenders. See how we negotiate on your behalf, or read more about buying new construction with our team.

• Lot selection. Backyard size, orientation, and corner versus interior lots affect both price and livability.
• Standard inclusions. Appliances, flooring and finishes vary by builder and product line. Confirm what's included in writing.
• Mello-Roos and HOA dues. Newer communities often carry special assessments and HOA fees that change your monthly cost. Ask for the exact figures on each lot.
• Phase pricing. Builders typically raise prices with each new release. If a specific lot or phase matters to you, move early.

To compare North Natomas with other new-home areas like West Roseville, Folsom Ranch and Elk Grove, download our free Sacramento suburbs relocation guide, or call or text us at (925) 922-3901 for this month's incentives.