Busting Myths About New Construction Homes in Aurora, CO

When you start exploring the idea of buying a home, you’ll likely hear a lot of opinions – especially when it comes to new construction homes versus resale homes. Some will tell you new build homes are overpriced, cookie-cutter, or plagued with delays. But let’s bust those myths wide open. Because when it comes to new construction homes in Aurora, CO, the truth might just surprise you.

In a growing, vibrant community like Windler, new homes offer more than just modern materials and brand-new appliances – they offer an unparalleled collection of amenities to fuel your lifestyle. And that’s something you can’t always get with a resale home.

Myth #1: New construction homes are always more expensive.

It’s easy to assume that new equals pricier, but that’s not always the case, and typically not true for the Denver and Aurora markets. 

When you factor in lower maintenance costs, no out-of-pocket expenses for repairs, energy efficiency, and fewer surprises, new homes in communities like Windler may actually be the smarter investment in the long-term. Plus, new construction builders often offer incentives like closing cost assistance, special financing with a preferred lender, or design upgrades that resale sellers simply can’t match.

Myth #2: You can’t personalize a new home.

On the contrary, working with a new home builder means your home starts with you and what you need now and in the future. At Windler, each builder – like Brightland Homes, Century Communities, KB Home, Tri Pointe Homes, and New Home Co. – offers thoughtful floorplans, options and finish packages that allow you to select what works best for your style, your lifestyle, and your budget.

From your choice of floor plan, to what the outside looks like, and how smart you want your home to be, the earlier you start the process with one of Windler’s home builders means the more choice and options will be available to you.

Myth #3: New homes lack character.

Sure, you won’t find creaky floors and mysterious “bonus rooms,” but that’s kind of the point. You also won’t find the dog of the block that sticks out like a sore thumb. You kind of know what you’re going to get, which is music to your ears if you’ve been in the market for a resale home already.

New homes are built for modern living – think open layouts, light-filled kitchens, smart home features, and energy-saving systems. At Windler, you’re also getting character in the form of community: a thoughtfully and intentionally designed master plan that’s meant to give your day what it needs to be great, and to bring people together for formal events or casual gatherings.

Myth #4: Construction delays are inevitable.

No one likes surprises when it comes to timelines. The builders at Windler are seasoned professionals who know how important it is to stay on schedule and how best to keep you in the loop along the way. 

In addition to decades of experience, our regionally and nationally-recognized builders have the momentum and purchase power to get what they need faster (and maybe less expensively) than smaller contractors that renovate or repair resale homes. 

And if you’re on a faster timeline, the home builders at Windler will have a handful of quick move-in options that make the new construction process feel just as seamless as buying resale. You’ll have an array of pre-selected plans and homes already under construction to choose from, so you can move in quickly while still having some time to make upgrades.

Myth #5: New homes don’t appreciate like resale homes.

A well-located, thoughtfully built new home can hold its value just as well (if not better) than an older home. When you buy in a master-planned community like Windler, you’re also investing in long-term value, thanks to amenities and neighborhood infrastructure designed to evolve and improve over time.

Plus, Windler’s location in the dynamic Platinum Triangle that’s growing around Denver International Airport (DEN) – one of the world’s busiest airports – makes it a beacon of what’s to come to this area just east of downtown Denver. The employment centers that are already here or coming soon are just the beginning of what Colorado can expect from its aerotropolis. 

The Real Benefits of New Construction in a Master-Planned Community

The difference between a standalone new build and a home in a new home community like Windler is the sense of place.

Windler isn’t just a collection of homes – it’s a lifestyle vision brought to life. With parks and playgrounds for every age and ability, Windler ensures that from toddlers to parents and grandparents, everyone has a space to explore, play, and connect. The state-of-the-art community center and pool will become your go-to for warm-weather hangouts, weekend fun, and even community events.

And the plans don’t stop there. Windler is actively working with local businesses, food trucks, and craft brewers to cultivate a neighborhood vibe that feels authentically Colorado: good food, good brews, and good times right to your doorstep. It’s more than a development – Windler is a living, breathing, and growing place to call home.

Ready to see what new construction homes in Aurora, CO, are all about? You’ve found the perfect place to do so at Windler. We’re (almost) ready to welcome you in a big way. Like our first model homes, first events, and everything that goes with our Year of Firsts – like swings at the playgrounds, first rides around the pump track, and the list goes on.

Start your journey at Windler by browsing our home builders and signing up to receive your invitations to our Year of Firsts.