What McNaughton Development does

McNaughton Development, Inc. is a family-owned luxury single-family home builder and lifestyle-community developer founded in 1983 and headquartered at 11S220 S. Jackson Street, Burr Ridge, Illinois, serving affluent buyers across Chicago's western and northern suburbs spanning DuPage, Cook, and Lake counties. The company develops and sells high-end custom homes across more than ten named luxury subdivisions — including Bentley Woods of Willowbrook, Clarendon Cove of Willowbrook, Timber Trails of Western Springs, Deer Trail of Long Grove, Hidden Oak of Highland Park, Preserves of Kildeer, Brook Place of Hinsdale, and Lakeside Pointe of Burr Ridge — using a portfolio of approximately 15 floor plans ranging from 2,100 to 3,400+ sq ft. Pricing ranges from approximately $424,900 for entry-level townhomes to $1.2M+ for single-family custom builds, with standard finishes including white oak floors, custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, KitchenAid appliances, and Carrier HVAC. Beyond home sales, the company monetizes vacant improved lot pads (e.g., 21 townhome pads at Redtail/Falcon Greens in Lakewood) and operates McNaughton Realty Group, Inc., a wholly-owned brokerage subsidiary providing MLS listing services and buyer-side representation, plus a commercial property leasing operation in Orland Park and Burr Ridge.

The go-to-market is sales-led and locally focused: prospects are acquired through the company website, Google reviews, and word-of-mouth referrals, then converted via model home showings and scheduled appointments at on-site sales offices staffed by inside sales (Pam Ewald, Kelly Utigard) and the outside sales team. Distribution is direct — no third-party brokers are used for new-home sales, although the in-house brokerage handles resale and buyer-side transactions. Marketing relies heavily on reputation, with customer testimonials featured prominently on the website and a direct Google review request link embedded.

The business generates revenue through six streams: (1) one-time luxury single-family home sales, (2) one-time townhome sales, (3) one-time lot sales to third-party builders or custom buyers, (4) one-time luxury community development (land development and infrastructure), (5) transaction-fee real estate brokerage via McNaughton Realty Group, and (6) managed-services commercial property leasing. Operations are run by a tight management team of approximately 13 named individuals across land acquisition, construction, sales, design, and asset management, with multi-generational family ownership led by President Paul McNaughton Sr. and General Counsel/Operations Paul McNaughton Jr.

Name

McNaughton Development

Legal name

McNaughton Development, Inc.

Website

https://mcnaughtondevelopment.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1983

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

McNaughton Development is a family-owned luxury home builder and lifestyle-community developer founded in 1983, serving affluent buyers in Chicago's western and northern suburbs through 10+ subdivisions, custom floor plans, an in-house brokerage (McNaughton Realty Group), and commercial leasing.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Illinois City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Luxury Single Family Home Sales: McNaughton Development builds and sells high-end luxury custom homes in lifestyle-driven communities throughout Chicago's western suburbs. Revenue is generated through one-time home sales at various price points depending on the community and specifications.
2. Lot Sales: The company sells vacant lots for home construction in various communities including Lakewood, IL (21 improved townhome pads) and Burr Ridge, IL. Revenue from lot sales supports community development operations.
3. Luxury Community Development: McNaughton specializes in land development, creating luxury communities such as Timber Trails of Western Springs (built on former golf course), Bentley Woods of Willowbrook, Clarendon Cove of Willowbrook, and others. This includes site development, infrastructure, and community amenities.
4. McNaughton Realty Group - Brokerage Services: Full-service real estate brokerage through McNaughton Realty Group, Inc., allowing the company to list properties and access MLS for market research. Assists clients with current home market research and finding property for new home purchases.
5. Commercial Property Leasing: Commercial management and leasing of custom-built retail spaces in Orland Park and Burr Ridge locations. Offers custom build-out opportunities as well as ready-to-occupy spaces.
6. Townhome Construction and Sales: Development and construction of luxury townhome communities such as Townhomes of Bluff Pointe in Orland Park, now sold out.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

McNaughton Development is a family-owned luxury home builder that develops lifestyle-driven communities and constructs high-end custom homes across Chicago's western suburbs. The company builds single-family luxury homes and townhomes in planned communities, sells vacant lots, and offers complementary services including real estate brokerage through McNaughton Realty Group and commercial property leasing in Orland Park and Burr Ridge.

Product overview

McNaughton Development is a family-owned luxury home builder serving Chicago's western suburbs. The company develops lifestyle-driven luxury communities and builds high-end custom homes. The product portfolio consists of multiple luxury home communities across Illinois (Bentley Woods, Clarendon Cove, Timber Trails, Deer Trail of Long Grove, Hidden Oak of Highland Park, Brook Place in Hinsdale, Townhomes of Bluff Pointe, Silver Leaf of Naperville), each offering various floor plan models (The Ashford, Astoria, Avalon, Berkley, Bostonian, Brunswick, Capri, Carlisle II, Chantilly, Classic, Drexel, Essex, Everest, Fenwick) ranging from 2,100 to 3,200+ sq ft. The company also provides complementary services including McNaughton Realty Group for residential brokerage and property management, commercial property leasing, and general contracting services.

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Brands

• McNaughton Realty Group: Full-service real estate division offering residential brokerage and property management services.
• McNaughton Realty Group, Inc.

Products and services

• Bentley Woods of Willowbrook Luxury single family home community in Willowbrook, Illinois offering Ranch, 1st Floor Master, and Traditional 2-Story floor plans. Targeted at affluent buyers seeking quality-built luxury homes in Chicago's western suburbs.
• Clarendon Cove of Willowbrook Luxury home community in Willowbrook with available Ranch and Traditional Two-Story home designs including first floor guest suites. Targeted at affluent buyers in Chicago's western suburbs.
• Timber Trails of Western Springs Maintenance-free luxury single-family home community in Western Springs built on a former golf course, with Ranch, 1st Floor Master, and Traditional Two-Story plans ranging from 2,400 to 3,400 sq ft. Targeted at affluent buyers seeking a maintenance-free lifestyle in a premium Chicago suburban location.
• Deer Trail of Long Grove Luxury community in Long Grove with 26 single family homesites offering Ranch, 1st Floor Master, and Traditional 2-Story home options. Targeted at affluent buyers seeking luxury homes in Long Grove.
• Hidden Oak of Highland Park New 10-lot luxury subdivision in Highland Park featuring Ranch and 1st Floor Master homes with white oak floors, custom cabinetry, and quartz countertops starting at $1,199,900. Targeted at affluent buyers in the Highland Park market.
• Brook Place, Hinsdale Luxury homes in Hinsdale with three properties available, including move-in ready homes with Classic, Essex, Brookmere, and Astoria models. Targeted at affluent buyers in Hinsdale.
• Townhomes of Bluff Pointe Luxury townhome community in Orland Park offering Avalon, Berkley, Chantilly, Drexel, and Everest floor plan options. Targeted at buyers seeking maintenance-free townhome living in a luxury setting.
• Lots for Sale Vacant lot sales including 21 improved townhome pads at Redtail Drive and Falcon Greens in Lakewood, and wood lots in Falling Waters Subdivision in Burr Ridge. Targeted at buyers intending to build custom homes.
• McNaughton Realty Group Full-service real estate brokerage and property management division offering MLS-based listing services, market research for current homes, and assistance finding new home properties. Targeted at buyers and sellers in the Chicago western suburbs.
• General Contracting Services Luxury single family home construction from ground up, land and development construction for luxury communities and lot sales, and brokerage sales services. Targeted at landowners and developers seeking quality construction services.
• Commercial Management & Leasing Commercial property leasing with custom build-out opportunities and ready-to-occupy retail spaces in Orland Park and Burr Ridge. Targeted at commercial tenants seeking retail space in the Chicago western suburbs.

Named customers4 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Toll Brothers: The largest US luxury homebuilder, focused on move-up and luxury homes nationwide with similar premium finishes and customization options. Directly comparable to McNaughton in luxury positioning, custom home offerings, and premium pricing tier.
• Tri Pointe Homes: National homebuilder with premium brands (Pardee, Maracay, etc.) targeting affluent buyers in select markets. Comparable to McNaughton in luxury focus and lifestyle-driven community approach, though operating at much larger scale.
• M/I Homes: Regional homebuilder with a meaningful Chicago metropolitan presence and custom/luxury offerings. Comparable to McNaughton in custom home segment, geographic focus on Chicago suburbs, and premium buyer targeting.
• Taylor Morrison: National homebuilder with luxury segment including the William Lyon brand and custom home offerings. Comparable to McNaughton in custom home building, lifestyle community development, and premium buyer focus.
• David Weekley Homes: Private luxury homebuilder with similar customer-experience and quality positioning, founded in 1976. Comparable to McNaughton as a private company focused on quality custom homes and customer relationships, though operating across more metros.
• Meritage Homes: National homebuilder with entry-level to move-up focus and energy-efficient home emphasis. Comparable in residential construction and community development, though less concentrated in the luxury tier that anchors McNaughton's portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• PulteGroup: One of the largest US homebuilders with a diversified portfolio spanning entry-level to luxury (Pulte, Centex, Del Webb, John Wieland). Comparable in residential construction but at a much broader scale and across all price tiers, not a luxury specialist.
• D.R. Horton: Largest US homebuilder by volume with diversified offerings including the Emerald Homes luxury line. Comparable in residential construction and customer segments but operates at vastly larger scale and across all price tiers.
• Lennar Corporation: Major national homebuilder with luxury exposure through the legacy CalAtlantic brands. Comparable in residential construction and custom offerings but with a much broader portfolio and scale than McNaughton's luxury-niche focus.
• NVR Inc. Top US homebuilder operating the Ryan Homes and NVHomes brands, with NVHomes serving the luxury segment. Comparable in residential construction and luxury offerings but at substantially larger scale and broader geographic reach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/McNghtnDvlpmnt
• Facebookfacebook.com/McNaughtonDevelopment
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mcnaughton-development-inc-

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Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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