Homes by Avi: building homes to their full potential

By NextHome Staff
July 7, 2023

Building a home to its full potential is always the aim at Homes by Avi. For 45 years, their primary focus has been to address the lifestyle and budget requirements of its buyers, and now residents of Edmonton have a remarkable opportunity to experience it firsthand.

The multi-award-winning new home builder recognizes the increasing demand for flexible, multi-generational, and versatile single-family homes, and addresses these needs by providing convenient options for basement suite development, as well as above-the-garage suite alternatives.

Their diverse range of quick possession homes grant new homebuyers the freedom to personalize their move-in timelines while enjoying expertly designed living spaces.

Speaking of timing, this year marks Homes by Avi’s 45th anniversary, and to commemorate this milestone, they are delighted to offer some outstanding incentives. It’s the perfect moment for homebuyers to seize the opportunity of owning a new home while saving both time and money.

Maximizing Potential

The basement development holds the key to unlocking the full potential of a home. It offers additional living space for larger families, potential rental income to assist with mortgage payments, and unparalleled flexibility to cater to the homeowner’s specific needs.

“A lot of our buyers here are choosing to add a basement suite,” says Farah Ab Rahmat, Front Drive Area Manager for Homes by Avi in Rosenthal. “The community allows legal basement suites to be built, we also have above-the-garage suite options for detached garage homes.”

These options empower homeowners to transform their residences into something truly exceptional. The extra living space can be converted into Airbnb suites, long-term rental units, a haven for aging parents, or a welcoming retreat for overnight guests. The possibilities are endless.

“Because Rosenthal is so near the many entertainment and recreational amenities that west Edmonton has to offer, many of our buyers realize that basement development presents a lot of opportunities to them,” Ab Rahmat says.

Homes by Avi’s basement developments feature a private entrances, in-suite laundry, and are available in one or two-bedroom options. “Our basement development floorplans are meticulously designed to optimize living space.” explains Ab Rahmat.

The highly sought after above-garage suite option, often referred to as a mother-in-law suite or nanny suite offer many of the same options as a basement suite with the added benefit of an additional storage space below the stairs.

Quick Possession Homes

“At Homes by Avi, we understand the time-sensitive demands of our customers. That’s why we go above and beyond by offering an exquisite collection of quick possession homes,” says Maria Kennedy, Homes by Avi General Manager. “These meticulously designed residences not only meet urgent timelines but also exemplify expert craftsmanship and unparalleled design.”

Quick possession or spec homes, an industry staple, provide buyers with tight timelines the opportunity to own a new home curated by accredited Interior Designers. It’s a win-win situation.

In Rosenthal, we offer a wide variety of quick possession homes, including front-drive, laned, and bungalow villa designs. “We have an extensive selection of quick possession homes in Rosenthal that are ready for swift move-ins,” assures Ab Rahmat.

“Many of our quick possession homes are built with suites in mind,” explains Ab Rahmat. “They feature separate side entrances, nine-foot basement ceilings, and strategic window placements, HVAC, and plumbing configurations. This gives people the option to buy an Avi home without a suite and have one added down the road.”

Homes by Avi’s spec homes are expertly designed by their in-house interior designers and include the most popular model options, colours, and finishes. This eliminates guesswork for their customers, as everything has been meticulously selected by experts to ensure perfect cohesion, which is not always the case when people pick their own finishes.

Opting for a quick possession home also saves the buyer time and stress, as they’re not required to go through the design process and the buying cycle is simpler.

Overall, quick possessions offer homebuyers both convenience and peace of mind.

Rosenthal’s Appeal

Rosenthal has garnered immense popularity among young families, although Homes by Avi offers a wide range of homes that cater to every stage of life. “Our bungalow villas have been highly sought after by retirees and empty-nesters,” highlights Ab Rahmat.

Rosenthal has a network of thoughtfully landscaped walking trails, engaging playgrounds, and nature-focused ponds and parks. This Melcor Development community pairs a family-friendly community with amenity-rich living.

“We have two showhomes in Rosenthal that expertly showcase the design skill and expertise that we’re proud of at Homes by Avi,” Ab Rahmat says. The Hemsworth is the front-drive showhome boasts over 2,000 square-feet of finished living space and an open-to-above feature that adds drama and excitement to the interior. While the Gregory, a 1,707 square-foot laned home model, is particularly popular due to its exceptional utilization of space.

Anniversary Special

Since its inception in 1978, Homes by Avi has remained a family-run company, even as it grew into one of the largest homebuilding and development corporations in the province, with holdings in Calgary, Edmonton, and the United States. But throughout this remarkable growth, it remains true to its roots of treating each customer like family.

As they celebrate their 45th anniversary this year, Homes by Avi remains committed to its vision of building stylish, energy-efficient, thoughtfully designed homes that brings families together - truly providing better value by design. And to mark this milestone, Homes by Avi is offering several buyer promotions and celebrating its relationships with customers, employees, trades and business partners the only way they know how – as a family.

As part of their anniversary celebration, Homes by Avi is pleased to offer its All-In Collection on all Quick Possession homes for a limited time. This incredible collection includes full landscaping, a blinds package, a full appliance package, and their move-in concierge service (Garbage/Recycling Set Up, Utilities/Media Services Transfer or Set Up, Mailbox Registration & Mail Forwarding Assistance, Move-Related Coordination, and Cleaning Coordination).

“It’s our special way to say thank you to our customers who have supported us throughout the year,” Kennedy says.

Homes by Avi takes pride in crafting exceptional residences across 10 vibrant communities in and around Edmonton. We offer basement suite development options in all locations and the enticing possibility of garage-suite alternatives where permitted by regulations.

For more details on everything Homes by Avi offers, go to homesbyavi.com

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