By Jenny C.May 15, 20267 min read
Choosing a home is an important decision, and partnering with a builder who provides clear information and a wide range of options can help make the process easier to navigate.
At Clayton, our mission is to open doors to a better life by offering quality-built homes designed to meet a variety of housing needs and preferences. We build homes across a range of price points and home types so buyers can explore options that fit their lifestyle, location, and budget. Whether you’re a first‑time buyer, returning to the market, or planning your next chapter, Clayton offers homes that support different housing needs for different stages of life.
That’s why we purposefully design our homes for real life. We craft new construction homes that feature modern layouts and a range of floor plans, features, and options so buyers can explore designs that work for their particular households, priorities, and timelines.
We also focus on creating a straightforward home buying experience. Behind every home we build is a focus on quality materials, consistent building standards, and a team that can help answer questions and provide information about the home selection and purchase process, from touring floor plans to preparing for move-in.
Finding a home you love comes down to finding a layout and style that works for you. For that, you need a builder who designs homes for today’s modern living needs.
About Clayton
Founded in 1956, Clayton is committed to opening doors to a better life through homeownership. Clayton is a leading single-family, values-driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices, and creating a world-class experience for customers and team members. The company’s portfolio includes a comprehensive range of site-built, modern manufactured, Tiny, CrossMod® and modular housing. In 2024, Clayton built more than 60,000 homes across the country. For more information, visit claytonhomes.com.
Who we areKitchens, living areas, and bedrooms are laid out to support how people move through their homes over the course of a day. That means offering spaces to gather, room to prioritize your work, or a layout that makes it easier to slow down and unwind. The goal is a home that works just as well when it’s full of activity as it does during down time.
We know the outside of the home matters to you too. Clayton homes offer a range of exterior styles designed to reflect different regions, environments, and personal preferences. Whether your home is placed on private land or located in a new or existing neighborhood, our modern home designs are created to feel like they belong where they’re built.
Finding the right home often requires having options. Not every home needs to be built the same way, it just needs to be right for you.
Clayton builds several types of homes to reflect those differences, including:
Modern manufactured homes
Traditional site-built homes
CrossMod® homes
We don’t just offer one-size-fits-all homes. Each home type is designed to meet the needs and preferences of our homeowners. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful haven in the country or prefer living in a neighborhood community, Clayton offers a range of housing options to support those goals.
Buying or building a home often raises questions, and those questions can evolve as you move through the process. Working with an expert home consultant can help you understand what to expect and provide context as you explore your home options.
A home consultant can help with things like:
Sharing available new build floor plans, features, and homes for sale in your area
Walking through the steps to home buying and the home building process
Explaining neighborhood vs private lot building steps, including land preparation
Answering any questions you may have about features, customizations, and prices
Communicate with you during your home’s construction and purchase steps
When it comes to purchasing a home, your home consultant can share information about available options to help you begin your search for a mortgage lender. That way, when researching and connecting with a lender of your choice, you have the right information to get direct and detailed answers to your financing questions.
After moving in, you’ll still have access to our guidance and customer support. Clayton homeowners can access their home warranty coverage and educational resources online. Your home consultant or retail purchase location are also available to help you address questions that may come up later. You can even contact us online if you need any assistance or have questions after your home purchase.
How we build plays an important role in your long-term enjoyment and satisfaction with your home. Details matter, and the quality materials and building standards Clayton uses are central to supporting the comfort, durability, and everyday living in your home.
While each home type Clayton builds is constructed differently, one consistent element is our close attention to detail. Many of the same materials are used in our site-built and modern manufactured homes, and these materials are sometimes sourced or made directly by Clayton.
Working with our own supply helps us maintain consistency, quality and manage material costs throughout the build. When outside suppliers are involved, Clayton works with trusted brand name partners to bring in durable materials, finishes, and efficient appliances designed to hold up to everyday use.
Quality isn’t something that’s left to the final step. Clayton’s building standards are reviewed and reinforced throughout the building process. Clayton homes go through multiple quality checks during construction, with standards evaluated at various stages. This helps maintain consistency and ensure the end result is a home you love.
These reviews help support consistency in construction and delivery. Our goal is to help ensure a smoother transition for homebuyers at move-in and greater confidence in how their home was built, regardless of the home type selected.
Homeowners choose Clayton homes for a variety of reasons and come from many different backgrounds and life stages. Some are first-time buyers, while others are buying another home after years away from homeownership. Clayton supports individuals and households with a range of needs and preferences, offering different home types and options designed to meet their unique needs.
The common thread isn’t a specific lifestyle. It’s the desire for a home that feels attainable, thoughtfully built, and practical for the way people actually live.
Don’t just take our word for it. Get to know some of our happy homeowners as they share stories of their Clayton home buying and owning experiences.
Take the first steps towards owning a home you love. You are welcome to take your time and access helpful home buying resources and browse available homes online. Once you find a home you love, come visit a Clayton home center location. We’d love to personally guide you through our different home styles and floor plans, so you can begin picturing how your life could fit inside a Clayton home.
While you’re there, you can speak with our home consultants to see how they can help you better understand the steps and requirements for buying a home. You’re always free to visit as many times as you want, explore homes at your own pace, and ask questions as they come up. For many buyers, this is when options start to feel concrete and homeownership starts to feel real.
This content is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended as financial, credit, or lending advice. Clayton Homes does not offer or originate mortgage loans and does not make credit decisions. Financing terms, loan programs, rates, and eligibility requirements vary by lender and may depend on buyer qualifications, property type, and location. Buyers should consult a licensed lender of their choice for information regarding available financing options.
CrossMod® is a registered trademark of the Manufactured Housing Institute.
Yes, many homes offer personalization options so you can make the space uniquely yours. Available options may vary by floor plan and location and can include:
Feature selections, like open-concept living areas, primary bedroom suites, double vanity bathrooms, and walk-in pantries.
Finish selections, like paint colors, flooring, cabinetry, and certain built-in features.
