Do Murry and Wm. Murry & Son build the same homes?

Yes, both names refer to the same family enterprise, which also develops master-planned communities.

Are they at the Parade of Homes?

Yes, long-time featured builder.

Do they develop the communities they build in?

Often, yes. In some cases, other builders build within Murry-developed communities.

Do they have move-in-ready inventory?

Yes, in most active communities.

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Wm. Murry & Son / Murry Communities

A long-standing Lancaster County builder and community developer with generations of local knowledge.

Founded: 1970s
Headquarters: Lancaster County, PA
In business: 50+ years

Overview

Who they are

Wm. Murry & Son (Murry Companies) is a multi-generational Lancaster County builder and land developer. They both build homes and develop the master-planned communities in which they and other builders operate.

Their reach is broad, from townhome and villa communities to family neighborhoods to build-on-your-lot work.

Multi-decade Parade of Homes participant
Community-development recognition

Ideal buyer

Who this builder suits

Buyers who value multigenerational local knowledge and full-service master-planned communities.

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Floor plan range: 2 to 5 · 2 to 4
Square footage: 1,600 to 3,800
First-floor primary: Featured in villa plans

Design philosophy

How the homes are made

Long-view community development, build neighborhoods that still feel right in twenty years.

Villa (55+): Signature category.
Townhomes: Low-maintenance communities.
Traditional Two-Story: Family plans.

Design center: Selection studio.
Structural changes: Menu-based.
Interior selections: Broad menu.
Exterior: Multiple elevations.
Overall flexibility: Semi-custom.

Communities served

Where they build

Manheim Township, Lancaster County
Warwick, Lancaster County
East Hempfield, Lancaster County
West Hempfield, Lancaster County

Deep Lancaster County concentration.

If you are still deciding where to land, the Lancaster County community guides cover the townships and boroughs these homes go up in, and local mortgage guidance for Lancaster explains how financing tends to work in this county.

Buying experience

What the process feels like

Timeline: 6 to 8 months.
Contract: Standard.
Deposits: 5% + design.
Selections: Post-contract.
Communication: Project manager.
Walkthrough: Pre-drywall + final.
Warranty: 1 / 2 / 10.

What they do well

Community development depth
Villa/townhome expertise
Long-view build quality

Financing considerations

How the money usually works here

Construction financing: Builder-financed.
Rate lock: Rate-lock options depend on the home's completion timeline, the loan program, and current market conditions. We will review the available options once the buyer's expected closing date is confirmed.
Lender credit: Eligible borrowers may receive a lender credit from our branch. The available credit depends on the final loan amount, loan program, and transaction details. Contact Corie for a personalized financing review.
Typical starting price: High $300s (townhome)
Typical range: $500,000 to $700,000
Upgrades: Value-forward with community-scaled amenities.

If the builder owns the lot and delivers a finished home, read what happens between contract and keys. If the house goes up on land you own, start with how construction loans work in Pennsylvania.

Questions to ask

Bring these to the model home

01Who develops the master-plan and who builds, Murry, or another partner builder?
02What are the HOA fees and what do they cover?

Common questions

About building with Wm. Murry & Son / Murry Communities

Do Murry and Wm. Murry & Son build the same homes?: Yes, both names refer to the same family enterprise, which also develops master-planned communities.
Are they at the Parade of Homes?: Yes, long-time featured builder.
Do they build 55+ villas?: Yes, a signature category.
Where do they build?: Primarily Lancaster County.
Do they develop the communities they build in?: Often, yes. In some cases, other builders build within Murry-developed communities.
What warranty?: 1 / 2 / 10.
Can I use my own lender?: Yes.
Do they have move-in-ready inventory?: Yes, in most active communities.

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Related calculators

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Related community guides

Where these homes are built

Manheim TownshipLancaster County community guide.

Next steps

Considering Wm. Murry & Son / Murry Communities?

Bring the plan and the lot. We will walk the numbers, the incentive math, and the timeline before you sign anything.

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Educational information only. Corie Adams and Network Funding, LP are not affiliated with Wm. Murry & Son / Murry Communities. Builder pricing, communities, incentives, warranty terms, and timelines vary and are subject to change; confirm all details directly with the builder. This is not a commitment to lend. Corie Adams NMLS #1875205. Network Funding, LP NMLS #2297.