Luxury Custom Homes in Brandon

Florida Construction Specialists builds luxury custom homes throughout the Brandon area including FishHawk Ranch, Lithia, Valrico, Bloomingdale, Boyette, Panther Trace, and along the Alafia River corridor. We specialize in both master-planned community builds and custom homes on private acreage. Projects range from $800,000 to over $5 million, with many clients choosing Brandon for the exceptional value compared to South Tampa while still enjoying luxury finishes and larger lot sizes.

Brandon offers exceptional value for luxury home buyers. Land costs in FishHawk, Lithia, and Valrico are typically 40-60% less than South Tampa waterfront areas, allowing you to invest more in the home itself. You can build a 5,000 SF custom home on an acre in FishHawk for the same price as a 3,500 SF home on a 7,500 SF lot in South Tampa. Brandon also offers newer infrastructure, top-rated schools, and resort-style community amenities that aren't available in older Tampa neighborhoods.

Luxury custom homes in Brandon typically require 12-20 months for construction, depending on size and complexity. A 4,000 SF home may take 12-15 months, while 6,000-8,000+ SF estates often require 16-20 months. Hillsborough County permitting typically takes 4-8 weeks for residential projects. FishHawk Ranch and other master-planned communities may have additional architectural review that adds 2-4 weeks to the approval process.

Luxury custom home construction in Brandon typically ranges from $300-$550+ per square foot depending on finishes and features. Entry-level luxury ($800K-$1.5M) averages $300-375/SF, mid-range luxury ($1.5M-$3M) averages $375-450/SF, and high-end luxury ($3M+) can reach $500-550/SF with premium finishes. Land costs vary significantly: FishHawk lots range $150K-$400K, while Lithia acreage runs $200K-$800K+ for 5-20 acres.

Brandon is unincorporated Hillsborough County, so all permits go through Hillsborough County Building Services rather than a city building department. Required permits include building permits, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and a septic permit if not on county sewer. In FishHawk and other master-planned communities, you'll also need HOA architectural approval before submitting to the county. We handle all permit coordination as part of our comprehensive construction services.

Yes, FCS builds custom homes in FishHawk Ranch and works with all approved builders in the community. FishHawk has specific architectural guidelines and an Architectural Review Committee (ARC) that must approve home designs. We're experienced with FishHawk's requirements including minimum home sizes, architectural styles, and material specifications. Our pre-construction team coordinates with the ARC to ensure smooth approval before county permitting begins.

Absolutely. Lithia acreage builds are one of our specialties. We construct luxury homes on 2-20+ acre parcels, including equestrian properties with barns, paddocks, and riding arenas. Lithia's rural character allows for unique home designs not possible in master-planned communities—larger building envelopes, private driveways, guest houses, and agricultural structures. We also handle well and septic systems common in Lithia properties.

Unlike production builders who offer limited floor plans and finishes, FCS builds fully custom homes tailored to your family's lifestyle. We're always the prime contractor—never a subcontractor—providing direct accountability and communication. Our commercial construction background brings superior project management, detailed budgeting, and rigorous quality control. We maintain long-term relationships with premium trade partners who deliver craftsmanship beyond production builder standards.