Meritage Homes (NYSE:MTH) is a national homebuilder and residential developer headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. Founded in 1985 as Winchester Homes and later rebranded to Meritage Homes, the company specializes in designing, constructing and selling single‐family detached and attached homes. With a focus on energy efficiency and sustainable building practices, Meritage Homes markets its properties under the GreenSmart program, which integrates high‐performance features aimed at reducing long‐term energy and water consumption for homebuyers.
The company’s core activities encompass land acquisition, residential community planning, home design, construction management and real estate sales. Meritage Homes offers a range of floor plans and design options—from entry‐level single‐story homes to larger, multi‐bedroom models—across growing suburban and master‐planned communities. Standard features often include ENERGY STAR appliances, enhanced insulation packages and smart home technology. Prospective buyers work with in‐house design centers to personalize finishes, fixtures and layouts prior to construction.
Meritage Homes serves markets in the Western, Southwestern and Southeastern United States, including key regions such as Arizona, California, Texas, Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas, Nevada and Colorado. The company operates through a network of local divisions, each responsible for land development, municipal approvals and on‐site homebuilding. Stephen J. Hilton, who co‐founded the business, currently serves as president and chief executive officer, guiding Meritage Homes’ strategic growth and commitment to quality construction standards.
