Build the home you actually want.

New construction homes within 70 miles of Richmond, VA. Custom designs or proven stock plans. Delivered in as little as 2 months.

Tired of scrolling through homes that don't fit?

There's a better way than settling for what's already on the market.

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Build in 2 Months

Our builder partner delivers in 60 days โ€” faster than most resale closings. No 6-month waits, no construction delays.

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Built For Your Life

Custom floor plans designed around how YOU live. Or pick from proven designs we've built before.

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No Bidding Wars

Skip the overpriced resale market. Get a brand-new home, fully warrantied, at or below what you'd pay for a dated one.

About

Hi, I'm Derrick Marlow.

I'm an Associate Broker with United Real Estate Richmond, and I specialize in one thing: helping families and investors build new homes โ€” not just buy existing ones.

Here's what I've figured out after years in this business: the best homes aren't on Zillow. They're the ones we haven't built yet.

Whether you're a first-time homebuyer tired of competing for outdated listings, a move-up buyer who wants a home designed around your family, or an investor building rental inventory โ€” I'll guide you through the full process, from finding the lot to picking up the keys.

My team builds within a 70-mile radius of Richmond in partnership with Solutions General LLC, a Class A-licensed builder with a proven delivery record.

Ready to stop settling? Let's talk.

Schedule Free Consultation โ†’
In Progress Right Now

Currently Building

Watch a build go from dirt to keys. We document every stage.

FOUNDATION STAGE
Active Build

25604 Greenville Ave, Dinwiddie

Foundation Stage ยท Started May 2026 ยท Build-along in progress

Lot's cleared. Footings are dug. Block's delivered. We're documenting every stage of this build โ€” foundation pour, framing, exterior, finishes โ€” right up to keys in hand.

  • Affordable new construction in Dinwiddie County
  • Full build-along on Facebook + Instagram
  • 2-month build cycle from foundation to keys

Follow the build on Facebook โ†’

Want a build of your own underway? Start a conversation โ†’

Recent Work

Homes We've Delivered

Real projects. Real homeowners. Real results.

IN PROGRESS
Project Spotlight

243 New Street, Petersburg

3 BR / 2 BA / 1,480 sf ยท Delivered 2024

What was once a fire-damaged shell is now a brand-new home for a first-time homeowner. Full rebuild โ€” framing, electrical, plumbing, finishes โ€” start to finish.

  • Complete rebuild from damaged structure
  • Modern open layout with 3 bedrooms
  • First-time homebuyer client now in the home
DURING BUILD
Project Spotlight

435 Harding Street, Petersburg

Duplex ยท Designed to live like a single-family ยท Delivered 2026

Brand-new construction designed for flexibility โ€” works as a single-family home or generates rental income. Built through winter, delivered on schedule.

  • Custom duplex layout for owner-occupier flexibility
  • 2-month build cycle from foundation to keys
  • Energy-efficient new construction

More projects coming soon. Want to see what's in progress? Get in touch โ†’

The Process

From idea to keys in 4 simple steps

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๐Ÿ“ž Free Consultation

30-minute call (or coffee) to understand what you want, your budget, and your timeline. No pressure, no pitch.

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๐Ÿ“‹ Feasibility & Estimate

I work with our builder to pull a ballpark estimate based on your vision and your lot. If the numbers make sense, we move forward.

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๐Ÿ—๏ธ Design + Build

Pick a custom or stock plan. Permits, utilities, and paperwork are on me. Construction typically completes in 60 days.

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๐Ÿก Keys & Close

Final walkthrough, closing, and you move into a home built for you โ€” with full warranty.

Derrick walked me through every step. Six months ago this was an empty lot. Today it's my first home.
โ€” Regie, Homeowner (435 Harding Street build)

More client stories coming soon as we publish them.

Get In Touch

Let's start with a conversation.

No pressure. No pitch. Just a real conversation about whether building makes sense for you.

Your info stays private. No spam, ever.