Work With the Des Moines Metro’s Leading Custom Home Builder
Experience the difference of a custom home designed around you.
We’ll bring your vision to life with expert guidance, quality craftsmanship, and a stress-free process. Find fully custom, semi-custom, and pre-built homes at your price point.

Your Home. Your Life.
Your Story.
Building your dream home shouldn’t be intimidating. But finding the right builder to make it a reality can feel overwhelming.
At KRM Custom Homes, our process revolves around you. We’re a partner you can trust to simplify each step, from the blueprints to the final walk-through. Our fully custom options mean you aren’t squeezed into a cookie-cutter design you don’t love.
With upfront pricing and the ability to build a high-quality, $1 million home in less than a year, we deliver the certainty and peace of mind you want as you build.
Our Home Options: Find Your Perfect Fit

Custom Builds
We’ve included a mixture of textures and materials to take your home’s design to the next level by giving it a luxurious look and feel.

Model Homes
Move-in ready homes at the perfect price point.

Tanzanite Series
Our unique series of semi-custom and pre-built homes at affordable prices.

Rural Builds
Create your dream home in your dream location.


The KRM Custom Home Building Process
explore what our process looks like, from start to finish.
We believe you should enjoy building your dream home. That’s why our process is designed to take the stress out of building. At every step, we’re right with you to help you navigate the journey.
Our Home Options: Find Your Perfect Fit

Floor Plans
Find the perfect setup for your semi-custom home.

Lots & Communities
Find the perfect setup for your semi-custom home.
Why Build With KRM Custom Homes?
Guaranteed Pricing
Our upfront pricing model means you know exactly what your home will cost from the start. Zero hidden fees, no surprise change orders.
Keys in Hand Sooner
Our process is optimized to build a high-quality luxury home in less than a year, getting you into your forever home faster.
Our People
From the first meeting to move-in day, our team is beside you every step of the way. We listen, communicate, and care – making sure your homebuilding experience feels personal and enjoyable.
Endless Possibilities
Ready to think big? Our fully custom process will help you bring your exact dream into reality. Let’s dream together.
Over Two Decades of Trusted Building in Central Iowa
Learn more about our history, leadership, and what sets the KRM experience apart.
Since 2004, KRM Custom Homes has blended quality craftsmanship with a highly personal experience. Our goal is to simplify the home building process to make it achievable and enjoyable.


What Our Customers are Saying
KRM took the stress out of building, knowing it was built with quality and that they stand by their product. I knew they would do it and do it right!
Keegan
Adel, Iowa
We moved into our KRM custom home about two weeks ago and could not be happier! The build process was great and our home is top quality. Kirk and Amanda were involved in several meetings and provided great advice on adding functionality and design to our home. We had a great experience with KRM!
Karley
clive, Iowa
Their communication and commitment to over-delivering on each and every aspect blew us away, which isn’t easy as two extreme type A people. I can’t say enough good things or put any more emphasis behind my recommendation to consider the if you’re looking for a best-in-class builder in Des Moines!
Carson
norwalk, Iowa
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