Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Trusted Home Builder in Southern Minnesota
Bigelow Homes has been a trusted leader in residential construction since 1983, specializing in custom home building and community development across Southern Minnesota. Our family-owned business combines four decades of industry expertise with a personalized approach, ensuring each home reflects the unique needs and lifestyles of our clients. We prioritize innovative design, quality craftsmanship, and strategic land development to create neighborhoods that foster connection and convenience. Our team collaborates closely with homeowners throughout every stagefrom selecting the perfect lot to final constructionensuring transparency, efficiency, and satisfaction. Recognized as one of the regions largest homebuilders, we maintain active roles in local business associations and adhere to rigorous energy and building standards. With a focus on affordability and sustainability, we empower families to build homes that align with their values while enhancing the communities we serve.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our long-standing reputation, client testimonials, and ongoing partnerships with local trades and suppliers. Whether guiding first-time homebuyers or developing 55+ communities like Harvest West, we prioritize client education and hands-on support to simplify the homebuilding journey. Our process emphasizes location evaluation, architectural customization, and post-construction service, ensuring every homeowner feels confident and valued. As a locally operated business, we take pride in contributing to Minnesotas housing landscape while maintaining the ethical standards and community focus established by our founder, Joel Bigelow, over 40 years ago.
Services
Custom Home Building
Land Development
Model Home Tours
Community Planning
Warranty Programs
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in custom home building and land development.
- Our family-owned business prioritizes personalized service and community-focused design.
- We offer a transparent process with hands-on guidance from lot selection to move-in.
- Our team holds leadership roles in local builders associations and adheres to energy codes.
- We specialize in 55+ communities and affordable housing solutions tailored to client needs.
What people say
Excellent customer service
Community-focused developments
Timely project completion
Personalized home designs
Knowledgeable team
Services
Custom Home Building
Bigelow Homes designs and constructs personalized residences tailored to clients' lifestyles and preferences. Our process emphasizes energy efficiency, modern amenities, and architectural customization. Clients collaborate with our team to select floor plans, materials, and finishes that align with their vision while ensuring long-term value and comfort.
Land Development
We transform raw land into vibrant residential communities with infrastructure, utilities, and amenities. Our expertise includes navigating zoning regulations, environmental considerations, and public-private partnerships. Each development prioritizes accessibility, sustainability, and integration with local ecosystems to create livable, future-ready neighborhoods.
Model Home Tours
Explore our model homes to experience layouts, finishes, and design features firsthand. Virtual and in-person tours provide insights into construction quality and spatial functionality. These showcases help clients visualize possibilities and make informed decisions about their custom home projects.
Community Planning
We create master-planned communities with schools, parks, and local conveniences in mind. Our developments cater to diverse demographics, including 55+ residents, with walkability and social engagement in focus. Each community balances modern living needs with natural surroundings for a cohesive, enjoyable lifestyle.
Warranty Programs
Our comprehensive warranty covers structural integrity, systems, and workmanship for client peace of mind. We provide prompt service for repairs and maintenance requests, ensuring homes remain in optimal condition. Dedicated support teams address homeowner inquiries throughout the warranty period and beyond.
People
Mike Paradise
President
With over 40 years in construction, Mike leads Bigelow Homes' operations and strategic growth. He oversees land development, sales, and community engagement while serving on local business boards.
Jeremy Bigelow
Vice President/Project Manager
Jeremy manages sales, marketing, and project coordination. He holds a business degree and focuses on client relations and operational efficiency for new home developments.
Tony Bigelow
Land Development Team
Tony specializes in transforming raw land into residential and commercial subdivisions. He navigates public and private processes to ensure compliant, sustainable community growth.
Matt Simon
Assistant VP/Project Manager
Matt oversees project management and construction quality. With a degree in Construction Management, he ensures projects meet timelines, budgets, and client expectations across Southern Minnesota.
Angie Connelly
Treasurer/Accountant
Angie manages financial operations and office administration. She ensures fiscal transparency and supports clients with closing processes and financial documentation.
Questions
What areas do Bigelow Homes serve?
Bigelow Homes operates in Southeastern Minnesota, including Byron, Kasson, Mantorville, Rochester, and Zumbrota.
What types of homes do you build?
We specialize in custom single-family homes and 55+ community developments like Harvest West.
How does the homebuilding process work?
Our process includes lot selection, model home tours, design customization, and construction with ongoing client collaboration.
Do you offer financing options?
We recommend connecting with local lenders and can provide guidance on budget-friendly home solutions.
Can I tour your model homes?
Yes! Schedule an in-person or virtual tour of our model homes in Rochester and surrounding areas.
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Reviews (3)
Nicole N.
Dec 02, 2018
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Initially loved the home when we first put an offer on the house. When we bought the home the son of the owner walked us through the house and we pointed out a few things that we assumed would have been fixed before then. The son assured us they would be fixed in due time and quickly got our money and final signatures. Within a week the siding in the back of our house was falling down and our AC unit was about to fall off the incredibly steep slope/grade that they made and into our neighbors yard. The weekend before we moved-in the sod was placed down minus the last two rows, why?, because they
Shannon D.
Nov 04, 2018
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Bigelow's sub contractors are horrible from drywall painting to concrete even grading the yard. Save yourself the headache and find a builder that cares about quality and not quantity that's all these guys care about is how many they build. Once you sign the papers they brush there hands and won't return calls. If you do get them to come back to fix anything it's either done halfass or they just put a bandaid on it to shut you up I don't normally write reviews but for what you spend on houses you shouldn't be taken advantage of like these guys do to people do you
Justin S.
Jan 24, 2018
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We've used Bigelow Homes with our clients in the building process muitple times & each time has been a great experience. The expectations are set from the start and they guide you throughout the process from start to finish. From designing the the floor plans to pointing you to their extended team of suppliers that know their products well & help you stay within your budget. The years of experience shows and I'll continue to recommend them!
