Rooted in quality, convenience and flexibility, the Drees Homes building model provides easy access to the home you’ve been dreaming of
By Patricia Nugent
When it comes to home building, there is no substitute for decades of experience, devotion to craftsmanship and design innovation.
Drees Homes is building neighborhoods near you, from luxurious, low-maintenance townhomes in the $300s to $1 million-plus estates featuring award-winning floor plans.
Founded in Kentucky in 1928 by German immigrant Theodore Drees, the company has flourished over subsequent generations, expanding into the Cleveland market in 1995. Currently you’ll find their homes in 20 neighborhoods, from Broadview Heights and Brunswick to Fairlawn, Westlake, Strongsville, Medina, Hinckley and Columbia Township.
Buying Into an Easier Lifestyle
When the demand for low-maintenance living rose over the past several years, Sales Manager Jessica Harvanec says they responded.
“Unique is the person who actually enjoys spending their free time shoveling snow or mowing their lawn,” she says. “Homeowners nowadays have made their lifestyle the priority. Time is precious. We’re learning the top priority is lifestyle. Low-maintenance living offers a better lifestyle to those who would rather spend their time enjoying their outdoor living space instead of tending to it.”
Low-maintenance living also offers freedom and flexibility, especially for people who travel for work, or snowbirds who like to head south for a few months without worrying about leaving their home.
“Low-maintenance townhomes appeal to all ages and stages of life,” Jessica says. “People looking to age in place often opt for a first-floor primary suite. And storage seems to be on everyone’s short list. Townhomes offer so much space to stash your things, including a roomy basement and two-car garage.”
Energy efficiency is also important to homebuyers. She reports that with the DreeSmart Energy whole-house integrated system, homeowners can control the lights, unlock/lock doors and remotely adjust the thermostat.
Location, Location, Location
“Where our homes are built within a community is our first consideration,” says Jessica. “We plan them conveniently near highways, the best shopping and parks to appeal to everyone in the family. We’ve also partnered with West Creek Conservancy to include coveted protected greenspace within communities.”
Making the Space Uniquely Yours
Each homeowner has his or her own idea of what constitutes a dream home. To bring that to life, Drees came up with the Custom + Construct approach, in which you can customize your floor plan to reflect your personal style.
“Our certified design consultants walk you through the process of selecting cabinets, flooring and building materials at our design center in Brecksville,” she says. “We pride ourselves on making the design process fun, easy and worry-free with previews and loads of personal attention.”
The photos seen here, from a model townhome in The Ledges in Broadview Heights, are the perfect example of customization. A statement-making front entrance, two-story great room, soaring floor-to-ceiling fireplace, chef’s kitchen and covered outdoor living area, make this new home design one of the most popular.
Since streamlined communication is also an integral part of the journey, homeowners rave about the Drees My Home portal. It contains everything you need in one convenient location, including planning documents, progress updates and team contacts if you have any questions.
Drees Homes has been named “America’s Best Builder” twice by Builder Magazine, “National Builder of the Year” by Professional Builder Magazine and it won the “National Housing Quality Award” from the National Association of Home Builders. Through the Drees Build on Your Lot program, homebuyers also have the opportunity to build on their own land. Flexible financing is available. The Ledges Townhomes are located at 9210 Ledgeview Terrace in Broadview Heights. For more information, reach out to New Home Specialist Amy Wood at (440) 485-0365 or visit DreesHomes.com to schedule a home tour.