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Where We Build

Newcastle & Hunter

Building New Homes

Across Newcastle and the Hunter

This is home for us. Our head office is right here in Heatherbrae, with a satellite office in Newcastle, so when we say we build in Newcastle and the Hunter, we mean it literally, this is where our team lives and works every day.

The Hunter is where we build the most, and it shows. From the growing suburbs around Maitland and Cessnock to the coastal pockets of Port Stephens and the established communities closer to Newcastle itself, our team knows this region block by block. That local knowledge means fewer surprises during your build, and a home designed to actually suit where you're putting it. 

Visit us at Lochinvar Display Village, where you can walk through 4 completed homes, or head to Hunter HomeWorld to see another 2 homes on display, giving you a real feel for the quality and finishes before you commit. Whether you're a first home buyer after a house and land package, an investor looking for a reliable build, or planning a knockdown rebuild in Newcastle and the Hunter, our team prides itself on quote accuracy. A 2025 survey of our tender to contract pricing showed an average difference of under $13,000, so when we give you a quote, you can trust it's close to the final figure, letting us move quickly from first conversation to signed contract. 
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Get Our Full Design Book

See every floor plan we build in Newcastle and the Hunter, all in one place. Download our Design Book and browse house and land options, knockdown rebuild designs, and everything in between, so you can find the layout that fits your block and your budget before you even pick up the phone. 

At Hunter Homes, we take pride in building across some of Australia’s most beautiful regions.

Born in the heart of the Hunter, our team has grown to cover a wide stretch of New South Wales. From the Central Coast through to the Mid North Coast, we’ve been helping families build their dream homes for years. In 2024, we expanded to Port Macquarie with permanent display homes and a dedicated Colour Studio, giving locals even more support and choice.

 

We’ve since grown inland through the Upper Hunter, now reaching Tamworth and all the way to Armidale in the New England region. Our presence has also extended north along the coast, covering Nambucca, Coffs Harbour, and beyond.

 

Every step of the way, we’re employing local teams who know their communities, ensuring you benefit from on-the-ground knowledge and trusted support. Wherever you’re building across these regions, Hunter Homes has the people, connections, and award-winning designs to bring your new home to life.

Building in Newcastle & The Hunter

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Hunter Homes use local trades to build across Newcastle and the Hunter?
Hunter Homes head office is based in Heatherbrae, with a satellite office in Newcastle, so our team lives and works in the same region we build in. This means every quote, site visit, and build decision is made by people with direct, local knowledge of the area, not a head office working from a distance.
How accurate are Hunter Homes NSW initial tenders?
Getting a quote you can trust matters when you're planning a build. In a 2025 survey of our tender to contract pricing, we found an average difference of $12,500 between the initial quote and the final signed contract. That means when our team gives you a number early on, it's a genuine reflection of what you'll likely pay, not a low estimate designed to get you in the door. This is one of the reasons clients across Newcastle and the Hunter choose to build with us for first homes, house and land, knockdown rebuilds, and investment properties.
Do you offer house and land packages?
Yes. We offer house and land packages across Newcastle and the Hunter, designed to suit first home buyers, investors, and anyone looking to upgrade into a new build. We work directly with local land developers in the region, so if you haven't secured land yet, our team can help match you with a package that fits your budget and timeline.
Do you build for investors?
Yes. Alongside owner-occupier builds, we work with investors looking for homes suited to rental demand across the region. Our team can talk you through which floor plans and locations tend to perform best for investment purposes, based on what we're seeing across our current builds in the Hunter.
Do you build homes specifically for first home buyers?
Yes. A large part of what we do across Newcastle and the Hunter is helping first home buyers get into their first property with a straightforward, well-priced build. Our Focus Range is designed around exactly this, giving you a practical, well-built home without paying for extras you don't need, so you can get started sooner rather than waiting years to save for a bigger budget.
What suburbs do you build in across Newcastle and the Hunter?

Specifically in Newcastle and the Hunter, we currently build in and around the following suburbs and growth areas:

  • Newcastle

  • Lochinvar

  • Chisholm

  • Gillieston Heights

  • Cliftleigh

  • Beresfield

  • Thornton

  • Rutherford

  • Maitland

  • Metford

  • Ashtonfield

  • Cessnock

  • Kurri Kurri

  • Branxton

  • Greta

  • Raymond Terrace

  • Medowie

  • Fern Bay

  • Anna Bay

  • Salt Ash

  • Tomago

  • Fletcher

  • Minmi

  • Wallsend

  • Edgeworth

  • Cameron Park

  • Woodberry

  • Heatherbrae

  • Singleton

  • Nelson Bay

  • Salamander Bay

  • Corlette

  • Soldiers Point

  • One Mile

  • Bolwarra

  • Bolwarra Heights

  • Aberglasslyn

  • Louth Park

  • Largs

  • Morpeth

  • Hexham

  • Tarro

  • Woodville

  • Karuah

  • Warners Bay

  • Cardiff

  • Glendale

  • Morisset

  • Abermain

If you don't see your suburb listed, get in touch with our team and we'll let you know if we're already building nearby.

Can I see a display home before I commit?
Yes, and we'd encourage it. You can walk through 4 completed display homes at Lochinvar Display Village, or visit 2 more display homes at Hunter HomeWorld. Seeing the finishes, layouts, and build quality in person gives you a much clearer picture than photos alone, and our team on-site can answer questions specific to your block or budget.
Can you build a knockdown rebuild in an established suburb?
Yes. A lot of our clients want to stay in a suburb they already know, close to schools, family, or work, rather than move somewhere new. We build knockdown rebuilds across Newcastle and the Hunter, replacing an older or unsuitable home with a new one designed around how you actually live, on the same block.
How do I get a copy of your floor plans?
You can download our full Design Book, which includes every current floor plan we build, covering house and land options, knockdown rebuild designs, and everything in between. It's a good starting point for narrowing down a layout that suits your block before you speak with our team.
What's the difference between buying an established home and building with Hunter Homes?
Buying established often means competing with other buyers, paying for someone else's renovations or repairs down the track, and settling for a layout that doesn't quite work for you. Building new means everything is designed around how you actually want to live, comes with manufacturer warranties on fixtures and appliances, and in many cases costs less upfront than an established home in the same suburb, especially once you factor in a house and land package.