Oakland County Builders

Most Oakland County builders fall into one of two camps: national production companies that treat your home like an assembly line, or small one-off contractors who vanish after the foundation pour. Evergreen Homes sits in a different lane. We are a family-owned Michigan builder, with 25 years of experience, currently building The Reserve at Crystal Lake in Commerce Township.

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Evergreen Homes: Oakland County's Family-Owned Luxury Builder

Evergreen Homes is family-owned and operated, built around one simple idea: the person whose name is on the sign should be on the jobsite. Jon, the owner and builder. He personally walks every build - almost every day - in Oakland County.

Two and a half decades in southeastern Michigan. Deep roots with trades, township offices, and homebuyers. When you ask a question, you get a straight answer from someone who has actually laid a foundation in this county before.

Evergreen Homes: Oakland County's Family-Owned Luxury Builder

Where We're Currently Building in Oakland County

Oakland County is big. We do not pretend to build everywhere in it. We build where we can deliver the quality our name is tied to, and right now that means one place:

The Reserve at Crystal Lake - Commerce Township

The Reserve is a 160-acre luxury lakefront community wrapped around a private 40-acre lake. 203 premium home sites. One award winning community, two award-winning floor plans. Walking trails, private beach access, and the community's own boat launch. Architectural styles run Craftsman, Farmhouse, and New England Seaboard.

Huron Valley Schools and the Surrounding Area

The Reserve falls inside the Huron Valley Schools district. Families typically feed into Country Oaks Elementary, Oak Valley Middle School, and Lakeland High School. The neighborhood also sits adjacent to Proud Lake Recreation Area - more than 3,000 acres of trails - so your weekends get easier fast.

What Comes Standard In Every Evergreen Home - And Why It Matters Here

In Michigan, freeze-thaw cycles, lake-effect humidity, and clay-heavy Oakland County soils all punish cheap materials. Many production builders strip base specs and then charge you to put them back. We don't. Every home we build in Oakland County includes:

  • Granite countertops throughout the home
  • GE kitchen appliances
  • Kohler plumbing fixtures
  • Andersen windows - weather-rated for Michigan winters
  • James Hardie fiber cement siding - fire-resistant, freeze-thaw-tested
  • Ultra-Shield basement waterproofing system
  • Energy-saving high-efficiency features are built into the framing and mechanicals
What Comes Standard In Every Evergreen Home - And Why It Matters Here

Ready to Build with an Oakland County Luxury Home Builder?

If you have been looking at Oakland County builders and want the family-run option instead of the national option, we should talk.
Call or text (734) 212-2236 for The Reserve, call our general line at (734) 981-9000, or reach out through our contact us page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Evergreen Homes a licensed builder in Oakland County, Michigan?

Yes. Evergreen Homes is a licensed Michigan residential builder, family-owned and operated for 25 years. Jon, the owner and builder, carries the license and is personally on-site during active builds in Oakland County. Licensing paperwork is available on request.

Which parts of Oakland County do Evergreen Homes currently build in?

Our active Oakland County community is in Commerce Township, The Reserve at Crystal Lake. We do not build on scattered infill lots across every Oakland County city - we focus our work inside planned communities we develop ourselves. That is how our quality control stays tight.

Can I tour an Oakland County model home before committing to a build?

Yes. Our Madison Farmhouse model home at 2500 Crystal Lake Drive in Commerce Township is open for self-guided tours Monday through Sunday, 7 AM to 7 PM. Schedule a Self-Guided Tour Today

How is a family-owned Oakland County builder different from a national production builder?

Three ways that matter. First, the owner is accountable in person, not a regional manager in a different county. Second, standard features are actually standard, not stripped for a base price that gets inflated with upgrades. Third, decisions move at human speed. You won't wait three weeks for a finish change to clear a corporate approval chain.

Do you offer quick move-in homes in Oakland County?

Yes. We keep select homes under active construction inside The Reserve at Crystal Lake for buyers who cannot wait through a full build cycle. Availability changes, so check the quick move-in homes page or call us for the current list.

What's the typical build timeline for a new home in Oakland County?

Our typical build time ranges from 10-12 months from signing. If you need to move sooner, ask about our quick move-in inventory; some homes are already framed or near completion.