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Arthur Rutenberg was regularly honored, including the 1986 National Builder of The Year award by Professional Builder magazine and his 2017 induction into the National Housing Hall of Fame, the industry’s highest honor.
Art Rutenberg began homebuilding in 1953 and, from the very beginning, was an industry pioneer. His ideals were simple, yet revolutionary: deliver innovative, original home designs of exceptional quality, all while providing a pleasant buying experience.
The 50s: Design Innovation. Though simple and solid, the first home designs were innovative. Arthur Rutenberg is credited with introducing the split floor plan, the centrally located kitchen, wider hallways and doors, and great views throughout.
In 1969, Art was approached by a builder who wanted to forge a national homebuilding company. The joint company was called U.S. Home and Development Corporation. By 1972, with 23 companies under its umbrella, it was the largest homebuilder in the country.
AR Homes® proprietary estimating system was designed to give buyers peace-of-mind by providing a firm price at the outset of the homebuilding process. Our systems combines superior plan design, quality products from leading manufacturers, timelines, and fixed prices related to the completion of your home, allowing AR Homes® builders to provide extremely competitive and accurate upfront pricing.
When you entrust our builders to create your custom home, you will experience attentive, personalized, and transparent service before, during, and after construction. From the moment you begin the custom homebuying journey and plan your new home, we’ll provide you with an exceptional experience that will keep you inspired, enthused, and informed every step of the way.
AR Homes® uses cutting-edge architectural design technology. Our dedicated team of designers, working directly with our builders, use powerful 3D software to produce plans you can experience virtually before construction starts; including 3D lot fits, walk-throughs and more.
Why a Franchise? Custom homes account for a quarter of the United States' single-family market and more than 40 percent in some regions. These residences earn many builders a premium, not just in pricing and margin, but also prestige. With more than three decades in the business, few companies know this better than Arthur Rutenberg Homes.
Established: 1953 First Unit Franchised: 1978 Franchised Units: 45 Company Owned Units: 0 States Registered In: Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri Canada Franchises: No International Franchises: No
Financial Assistance Provided: Yes Site Selection Assistance: Yes Lease Negotiation Assistance: No Recruiting Assistance: Yes Co-Operative Advertising: Yes Training: On-site training in the first year, free classroom training in our corporate offices after that
The International Franchise Professionals Group (IFPG) is an internationally recognized membership-based franchise organization. IFPG Franchise Consultants guide aspiring business owners through the process of identifying and investing in franchise businesses. The IFPG represents more than 550 franchises.
At AR Homes®, we believe the true home difference is in the details, which is why we thoughtfully consider each and every feature and finish in order to provide our customers with the finest in luxury living. We partner with the most renowned brands in the marketplace in order to consistently enhance our customers’ living experience, and provide them with a foundation for their future. Inspired living starts here.
Schlage has been a valued partner of AR Homes® for over three decades, winning this esteemed Vendor of the Year, an impressive six times. The company’s steadfast commitment to innovation, quality, and service has earned the respect of the entire AR Homes® network of franchise builders.
Arthur Rutenberg was regularly honored, including the 1986 National Builder of The Year award by Professional Builder magazine and his 2017 induction into the National Housing Hall of Fame, the industry’s highest honor.
Art Rutenberg began homebuilding in 1953 and, from the very beginning, was an industry pioneer. His ideals were simple, yet revolutionary: deliver innovative, original home designs of exceptional quality, all while providing a pleasant buying experience.
The 50s: Design Innovation. Though simple and solid, the first home designs were innovative. Arthur Rutenberg is credited with introducing the split floor plan, the centrally located kitchen, wider hallways and doors, and great views throughout.
In 1969, Art was approached by a builder who wanted to forge a national homebuilding company. The joint company was called U.S. Home and Development Corporation. By 1972, with 23 companies under its umbrella, it was the largest homebuilder in the country.
AR Homes® proprietary estimating system was designed to give buyers peace-of-mind by providing a firm price at the outset of the homebuilding process. Our systems combines superior plan design, quality products from leading manufacturers, timelines, and fixed prices related to the completion of your home, allowing AR Homes® builders to provide extremely competitive and accurate upfront pricing.
When you entrust our builders to create your custom home, you will experience attentive, personalized, and transparent service before, during, and after construction. From the moment you begin the custom homebuying journey and plan your new home, we’ll provide you with an exceptional experience that will keep you inspired, enthused, and informed every step of the way.
AR Homes® uses cutting-edge architectural design technology. Our dedicated team of designers, working directly with our builders, use powerful 3D software to produce plans you can experience virtually before construction starts; including 3D lot fits, walk-throughs and more.