FAQs

A new construction home gives you the benefits of a brand-new home, including new appliances, modern finishes, and energy-efficient systems. Depending on the home and stage of construction, you may also have opportunities to personalize certain selections and finishes. Your Prairie View home is backed by a new home warranty for added peace of mind, and our dedicated team is here to answer your questions and guide you through the process from start to finish.

A move-in-ready home is already completed and allows you to purchase a home without waiting for the construction process. A build-to-order home starts with your selection of an available homesite and floor plan, giving you the opportunity to make selections for your new home as it is built.

Prairie View Homes offers homes across a range of price points, from our Silver Series homes starting in the mid-$300,000s to our Platinum Series homes, which can reach the upper $500,000s with premium finishes, upgrades, and options. Your final price will depend on the floor plan, homesite, community, and selections you choose. Our sales team can help you explore the available options and find a home that fits your budget.

The first step is connecting with a Prairie View Homes sales agent. They can help you explore available communities, homesites, floor plans, and move-in-ready homes, then walk you through the next steps based on what you're looking for.

Prairie View Homes has built throughout the greater Des Moines metro, including Waukee, West Des Moines, Urbandale, and surrounding communities. In addition to our current communities, we work with buyers who have their own homesite.

Visit our [Communities] page to explore current locations, available homes, homesites, and community features.

Yes. We offer opportunities to tour select move-in-ready homes and model homes, and tours may also be available for homes under construction. Contact a Prairie View Homes sales agent to schedule a tour or learn more about available homes and homesites.

Open house and model-home hours vary by community. Check the individual community page for current hours or contact our sales team before visiting.

Our website features available Prairie View Homes, including move-in-ready homes and homes under construction. Each home listing provides information such as the floor plan, square footage, bedrooms, bathrooms, price, and community.

Not necessarily. However, understanding your budget and financing options early in the process can make your home search easier. A Prairie View Homes sales agent can help you understand the next steps and connect you with lending resources as needed.

Yes! You can use the lender of your choice to finance your new home. Some Prairie View Homes promotions or incentives may have specific lender requirements or financing terms to qualify. Your sales agent can explain any current incentives and their requirements.

No. You can tour Prairie View Homes without having financing arranged or being pre-approved. If you're considering purchasing, getting pre-approved can help you understand your budget and what you may qualify for before making an offer.

Prairie View Homes works with buyers using a variety of financing options. Available loan programs and qualification requirements are determined by your lender based on your individual circumstances. Your sales agent can help connect you with lending resources if needed.

Potentially. Eligibility for first-time homebuyer programs depends on the specific program and your individual circumstances. Your lender can help you determine which programs you may qualify for and whether they can be used toward the purchase of a Prairie View Homes home.

Prairie View Homes may offer financing incentives or other purchase incentives on select homes or during specific promotions. Incentives, eligibility requirements, lender requirements, and available homes can vary. Ask your sales agent about current offers and terms.

Yes. Many buyers coordinate the sale of their current home with the purchase of a new construction home. Your sales agent can help you understand the anticipated construction timeline so you can plan your move.

Fox Creek Meadows is located within the Waukee Community School District. The community is near Radiant Elementary, Waukee North Middle School, and Northwest High School.

Triumph Park is nearby and features walking and biking trails, playgrounds, sports fields, a splash pad, fishing ponds, and other recreational amenities.

Yes. The area has access to neighborhood and city trails, including trails near Fox Creek Park and throughout the surrounding Waukee community.

Fox Creek Meadows is located north of Hickman Road near NW 10th Street, with convenient access to Waukee shopping, dining, parks, schools, and other everyday amenities. 

Nearby Waukee Towne Center is continuing to expand, with a planned late spring 2027 grand opening. The development will feature a variety of shopping, dining, entertainment, and recreational amenities, including Williams Sonoma, Pottery Barn, West Elm, L.L.Bean, Marshalls, and Noir Nail Bar. Target is already open at the center, with additional businesses including Dutch Bros Coffee, Crisp & Green, and Jersey Mike's also planned. 

Fox Creek Meadows offers Silver Series 2 homes with a variety of quality finishes and features included as standard. Depending on the floor plan, examples include James Hardie® siding, Frigidaire® appliances, granite or quartz countertops, 42" Aristokraft® kitchen cabinets, energy-efficient appliances, and a complete landscaping package.

For a full list of included features and finishes, visit the Fox Creek Meadows community page.

Homes in Fox Creek Meadows are currently priced from the mid $300s to the mid $400s, depending on the floor plan, lot, and selections. Pricing and availability are subject to change.

Prairie View Homes offers a selection of ranch and two-story floor plans in the community, with both build-to-order and move-in-ready opportunities depending on current availability.

Yes. Prairie View Homes offers opportunities to build a new home in Fox Creek Meadows, with available floor plans and lots varying by phase and current availability.

Homes in Fox Creek Meadows offer a variety of scenic views, including ponds, open green space, fields, and tree-lined areas. Depending on the lot, homeowners can enjoy peaceful views and a more open feel surrounding their home.

Yes. Fox Creek Meadows is part of a growing area of Waukee, with additional residential and community development occurring nearby.

Fox Valley is located within the Waukee Community School District. This community is near Radiant Elementary, Waukee North Middle School, and Northwest High School.

Triumph Park is nearby and features walking and biking trails, playgrounds, sports fields, a splash pad, fishing ponds, and other recreational amenities.

Yes. Fox Valley is surrounded by Waukee's growing network of neighborhood and city trails, with access to trails and outdoor recreation throughout the area.

Fox Valley offers both Silver Series and Platinum Series homes, with a variety of quality finishes and features available depending on the home series and floor plan.

For a full list of included features and finishes, visit the Fox Valley community page.

Homes in Fox Valley are currently priced from the $400s to the $600s, depending on the home series, floor plan, lot, and selections. Pricing and availability are subject to change.

Prairie View Homes offers a selection of ranch and two-story floor plans in Fox Valley, with options across the Silver Series and Platinum Series. Available floor plans and opportunities to build vary based on current lot availability.

Yes. Prairie View Homes offers build-to-order opportunities in Fox Valley, allowing buyers to select from available floor plans, lots, finishes, and options. Available selections vary by home series and floor plan.

Fox Valley offers a scenic setting with open green space, fields, and surrounding views that give many homes an open and spacious feel. Available views vary depending on the lot.

Yes. Fox Valley is part of a growing area of Waukee, with additional residential and commercial development planned and underway nearby.

Most Prairie View Homes new-construction homes take around 120 days from the start of construction to completion. Timelines can vary depending on the home, selections, permitting, weather, and other factors. Your Prairie View Homes sales agent will help guide you through the process, provide an estimated timeline for your specific home, and keep you updated as construction progresses.

Once you select your floor plan and homesite, your sales agent will guide you through the purchase process and the next steps for your build. You'll make your home selections, and our construction team will take it from there as your home moves through each stage of construction.

Yes. Available homesites vary by community and are subject to availability. Your sales agent can help you explore available lots and find one that fits your home and preferences.

Some floor plans may offer opportunities for modifications or selections, while others have specific configurations. The options available depend on the floor plan, community, and stage of construction. Your sales agent can explain what changes are available for the home you're considering.

Selections vary depending on the home and stage of construction. For a build-to-order home, you'll have opportunities to make selections for your home as part of the building process. Move-in-ready homes have selections that have already been made.

Prairie View Homes includes a range of features and finishes with every home, including energy-efficient systems and appliances such as a refrigerator, oven/range, and dishwasher, along with landscaping and a 1-2-10 Quality Builders Warranty. The exact features and finishes included can vary by community and home, and select homes may include additional features or upgrades.

Our sales team can provide the Standard Features for the community and explain exactly what is included with a specific home.

The 1-2-10 Quality Builders Warranty provides different periods of coverage for qualifying workmanship, systems, and structural components. Coverage, exclusions, and limitations are outlined in your warranty documents.

You can submit a warranty request using our Warranty Request Form or by calling (515) 273-3065. Our team can help answer questions and guide you through the process.

Warranty coverage has specific timeframes that vary depending on the type of item. We'll help keep you informed of important deadlines and milestones throughout the warranty period.

Your sales agent will help guide you through the steps leading up to closing and make sure you know what to expect. You'll complete the necessary paperwork, receive information about your new home, and receive your keys once the closing process is complete.

Yes. Before closing, you'll have an opportunity to review your new home with our team, learn how its features and systems work, and identify any items that need attention before you move in.

Your Prairie View Homes sales agent is your primary point of contact throughout the homebuying process. They can help answer questions, provide updates, and connect you with the appropriate member of our team when needed.