39854 N Maddox Road, Queen Creek
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William Lyon Homes was one of Arizona's most prolific homebuilders, known for constructing thousands of single-family homes across the Phoenix metro area — particularly in the East Valley cities of Gilbert, Chandler, Queen Creek, and San Tan Valley. In 2020, William Lyon Homes was acquired by Taylor Morrison, one of the country's largest national builders, effectively retiring the William Lyon brand.
If you're searching for a William Lyon home for sale in Arizona today, you're looking for a resale home built by William Lyon Homes. These properties are well-regarded for their floor plan variety, solid construction, and desirable community locations throughout Maricopa County. Many WM Lyon communities have become some of the most sought-after neighborhoods in the East Valley.
William Lyon Homes built extensively throughout the Phoenix East Valley and surrounding areas. Some of the most notable William Lyon communities in Arizona include neighborhoods in:
WM Lyon communities are now fully built out — all available inventory is resale. Pricing varies widely by community, size, lot, and upgrades, typically ranging from the mid $300,000s to over $700,000 in East Valley locations.
Because William Lyon Homes no longer builds new homes as a standalone brand, buyers interested in WM Lyon-built properties need to work with a local real estate agent familiar with specific communities throughout the Valley. The key is knowing which subdivisions were built by William Lyon so you can target your search effectively.
Megan & Jason Williams at Blue Collar Homes have extensive knowledge of William Lyon-built communities across Gilbert, Chandler, Queen Creek, and the broader East Valley. We can help you identify which communities were built by WM Lyon, find current resale listings that match your needs, and negotiate the best possible price on your behalf.
William Lyon Homes built across multiple price points in Arizona, from entry-level communities to move-up and luxury segments. Common features found in WM Lyon homes include:
As with any resale purchase, a thorough home inspection is important. WM Lyon homes built in the 2000s–2010s are generally well-maintained but will show normal wear consistent with their age.
No. William Lyon Homes was acquired by Taylor Morrison in 2020 and the William Lyon brand was retired. If you want a new home from the same company, look for Taylor Morrison communities in Arizona. If you want a WM Lyon-built home, you'll be purchasing a resale property.
Taylor Morrison acquired William Lyon Homes in February 2020, making Taylor Morrison one of the top five largest homebuilders in the United States at the time. Taylor Morrison continues to build new homes throughout Arizona under the Taylor Morrison name.
William Lyon Homes had a solid reputation for well-designed floor plans and good community locations in Arizona, particularly in the East Valley. Build quality varied by community and era of construction. We recommend a professional home inspection on any resale purchase regardless of builder.
The best way is to work with a local agent who knows which East Valley communities were built by WM Lyon. Use the search tool on this page to browse current resale listings, or contact Megan & Jason Williams and we'll point you to the right communities based on your budget, city preference, and must-haves.
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