30 June . 2025
Who's Building in Waterset - A Look at our 7 Award Winning Builders
If you’ve been dreaming of a new home in a vibrant, thoughtfully designed master-planned community, look no further! Nestled in the heart of Apollo Beach, Waterset is proud to be home to seven award-winning builders who bring exceptional craftsmanship, innovative design, and lasting quality to every home. Curious about the talented builders shaping our community? You’re in the right place!
Known for their elegant designs and attention to detail, Cardel Homes brings modern, spacious single-family homes to Waterset. They focus on open-concept living with features like large open kitchens and designer finishes. Cardel Homes is a very well-known Canadian home builder but are increasing their presence here in the Florida market. Both of their model homes, The Southampton, and The Brighton, won the 2025 Parade of Homes awards for their carefully curated designs. Check out these award-winning models in Waterset at 5366 Wolf Creek Drive.
One of the nation's largest privately held home builders, David Weekley Homes, is known for combining thoughtful design with your own personal touch. Their homes are built with livability in mind – think open concept layouts, lots of natural light, and spaces that just make sense for everyday life. With a strong focus on customer service, David Weekley Homes delivers a smooth building experience from start to finish. They have 2 model homes in Waterset, including a brand-new model, The Sanborn, at 5353 Wolf Creek Drive.
A local Tampa Bay favorite, Homes by WestBay is known for their unique architecture, luxury interiors and spacious floorplans. Their model home, the Bayshore II, won a 2025 Parade of Homes Award for its stunning and innovative design. They have 2 model homes in Waterset featuring two of their most popular floorplans, The Bayshore and The Key Largo. However, they offer an extensive range of floor plans and can tailor layouts and designs to fit your wants and needs. Stop in and view their breathtaking model homes at 5379 Wolf Creek Drive.
ICI Homes is bringing custom design capabilities to Waterset, and we could not be more excited. ICI is a Florida-based custom home builder, so the sky is the limit when choosing them as your home builder. Their model home, The Kelli, is a fan favorite, and they have a broad range of floorplans that appeal to all. Unlike many builders, they allow you to add on more space, change the kitchen layout, create a flex space that works for you, and the list goes on and on. If you want a blank slate to design your dream home, ICI is a must see. Stop in to see their impressive new model at 5387 Wolf Creek Drive.
A trusted name in home building, Pulte Homes, provides innovative and energy efficient designs that suit a range of lifestyles. Their homes in Waterset feature smart layouts, flexible living spaces and an emphasis on quality. They offer a wide range of home designs stretching from 1,700 sq ft to over 4,000 sq ft. Whether you are looking to downsize, or need more space for your growing family, they have a floor plan and layout that will fit your needs! Check out their 2 model homes at 5367 Wolf Creek Drive.
Offering affordability without sacrificing design, Richmond American Homes builds quality single-family homes in Waterset. Everything you see in their model is a standard feature, so what you see is what you get. They offer a variety of single story and two-story homes, tailored to fit every buyer's needs. With everything from design help to mortgage and insurance under one roof, the whole process with Richmond American is very streamlined. If you're looking for a builder that combines flexibility, value and experience all in one, be sure to stop by their model home at 5357 Wolf Creek Drive.
Toll Brothers – 55+ Active Adults
In the 55+ active adult section of Waterset, Toll Brothers is building both low-maintenance villas and single-family homes. As a nationally recognized luxury home builder, Toll Brothers offers upscale, low-maintenance living with resort-style amenities, perfect for those looking to enjoy a vibrant, active retirement. Two of their models, The Tern and The Flora, were awarded the 2025 Parade of Homes awards for their luxurious designs. Head over to Regency at Waterset in Apollo Beach and tour all three of their models at 5561 Freestone Circle.
With a great variety of award-winning builders, offering something different to all home shoppers, we are sure to have something that will catch your eye in Waterset. From homes designed for empty nesters, to large growing families, we have it all. Stop by 5374 Wolf Creek Drive and start your dream home shopping journey today!