Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Custom Home Builder in Minneapolis
Founded in 1987, Gonyea Homes has established itself as a premier custom home builder in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. Our commitment to craftsmanship, high-quality service, and unique design has positioned us as a trusted leader in the industry. We specialize in creating custom homes that reflect the distinct lifestyles and preferences of our clients, combining architectural significance with meticulous attention to detail. Our design-build process streamlines construction while maintaining transparency and communication throughout every phase. With decades of experience, multiple Reggie Awards, and a focus on client satisfaction, we prioritize integrity, honesty, and teamwork in every project. Our team of experienced architects, designers, and builders collaborates closely with clients to transform visions into reality, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable building experience.We utilize high-performance materials and superior building techniques to deliver homes that exceed expectations, backed by a dedicated warranty service division. Our proven process, from initial consultation to final walkthrough, ensures clarity, budget adherence, and timely delivery. Clients consistently praise our professionalism, communication, and ability to reduce stress during the home-building journey. For over 30 years, we have helped families create dream homes that combine functionality, beauty, and lasting value.
Services
Custom Home Building
Design-Build Process
Real Estate Services
Lot Assessment
Premium Homesites
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- Personalized Design Experience tailored to your family's unique needs
- Streamlined design-build process saves time and reduces stress
- Diligent budget tracking ensures no hidden costs or surprises
- Award-winning service recognized with multiple Reggie Awards
- 30+ years of experience creating custom homes since 1987
Associations and certifications
- Reggie Awards
What people say
Award-winning service
Outstanding design
Professional team
Seamless process
Top-notch quality
Services
Custom Home Building
Gonyea Homes specializes in creating personalized residences tailored to clients' lifestyles. Our process combines architectural innovation with quality craftsmanship, using high-performance materials and superior building techniques. We manage every detail from initial design to final walkthrough, ensuring homes meet exact specifications while exceeding expectations for durability and aesthetic appeal.
Design-Build Process
Our streamlined design-build approach eliminates traditional project silos by combining architecture, design, and construction under one team. This method enhances communication, reduces timelines, and ensures budget transparency. Clients collaborate directly with our experts throughout the process, resulting in cohesive, stress-free home creation aligned with their vision.
Real Estate Services
We assist clients in selecting optimal locations for custom homes, whether evaluating existing lots or identifying premium properties. Our experts analyze zoning requirements, utility access, and hidden costs while helping negotiate purchases. This service ensures clients find ideal sites that align with their budget and lifestyle needs in top Twin Cities neighborhoods.
Lot Assessment
Our team conducts comprehensive lot analyses to identify potential challenges and costs associated with construction sites. We assess soil conditions, utility connections, zoning restrictions, and environmental factors to provide accurate project cost estimates. This service helps clients make informed decisions about property investments while avoiding unexpected expenses during building.
Premium Homesites
We offer curated selection of premium lots in desirable Twin Cities neighborhoods with top-tier schools and amenities. These homesites are strategically located in areas like Minnetrista, Chanhassen, and Plymouth, providing ideal foundations for custom homes. Each site undergoes rigorous evaluation to ensure optimal buildability and long-term value for homeowners.
Questions
What services does Gonyea Custom Homes offer?
We specialize in custom home building through a design-build process, including real estate services, lot assessment, and premium homesite selection in the Twin Cities area.
How long has Gonyea Custom Homes been in business?
Founded in 1987, we have over 30 years of experience creating custom homes in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area.
What areas do you serve?
We serve the Minneapolis/St. Paul Metro Area, including Golden Valley, Chanhassen, Plymouth, Minnetonka, and other Twin Cities suburbs.
Do you offer financing assistance?
Yes, we connect clients with preferred financing partners to simplify the home-building process.
What makes your design-build process unique?
Our collaborative approach combines architecture, design, and construction under one team, ensuring transparency, budget adherence, and timely delivery.
Can I build on my own lot?
Yes, we help clients build on their existing lots, purchased properties, or premium homesites we provide.
Reviews (7)
Brandon Doyle
Aug 17, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality
Gonyea builds absolutely beautiful homes, the design and build process is very straightforward and they pay great attention to detail. Andrew Miller was easy to work with and a great resource
Service:Project management
Gonyea builds absolutely beautiful homes, the design and build process is very straightforward and they pay great attention to detail. Andrew Miller was easy to work with and a great resource
Service:Project management
Lucas Eichmeyer
Jul 29, 2021
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Rick from Gonyea is misleading and will tell you something to get you to agree to a project and then go back on his word. I would avoid this company. I would not work with any company who hires someone like that.
Mike Nelson
Mar 04, 2021
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The design experience was great!! We apparently are rare because we got through design in 3 hours where some people take 16+ hours to do the same thing. I will say, for many of the upgrades we chose the price was very reasonable, especially for a luxury home builder! We can't wait to move in!!
Kevin Steinhafel
Jan 17, 2021
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Built with Gonyea this past year and could not be happier. They have great attention to detail and professionalism - we have had a few minor issues (like any construction project does) and their warranty department has responded quickly and fairly. The general contractor + subs were all super easy to work with and provided great quality work. Highly recommended if youre building a home!
Tom Ryan
Dec 14, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness
Built a home with them in the past year. Pre-build experience was great, and the construction process was top notch as well. Solid communication through the process, and any issues that popped up were discussed and dealt with quickly. Very happy with the experience and even happier with the end result.
Built a home with them in the past year. Pre-build experience was great, and the construction process was top notch as well. Solid communication through the process, and any issues that popped up were discussed and dealt with quickly. Very happy with the experience and even happier with the end result.
Chris Siedow
Jul 03, 2020
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I'm really disappointed that I went with Gonyea homes. There realitor tells you what you want to hear to get the sale. They have poor follow up once they get the sale and the home building process is started. I left multible messages for there VP to call me back with my concerns during the building process. He never called me back. There job site superintendents try to hide damage and poor workmanship during the process. I'm now having issues with there poor workmanship. Im sure this will be a challege to get them to stand behind there work. I would look for another builder inthe area.
Jacqueline Lee
Jun 24, 2018
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Gonyea does not respect privacy! They sent strangers to my front door, as well as peeping through inside of the house. Video surviellances are located through exterior of the house. They stated that Gonyea sent them. This is not an isolated issue. Reminder this is private property! This is one of the many problems we encountered. I left a message with sales manager to address this issue to no avail.
We closed on the house less than two months ago. Thank God they have a warranty department. If you prefer to go with this builder, buy a model house. If you want custom build, consider going with another
We closed on the house less than two months ago. Thank God they have a warranty department. If you prefer to go with this builder, buy a model house. If you want custom build, consider going with another
