Build your custom home in Johnston, one of the most desirable communities north of Des Moines. Claman Custom Homes creates personalized homes in both established neighborhoods and new developments—designed to fit your lifestyle and built with lasting quality.
With Johnston’s rapid growth and strong demand, finding the right location and builder can be challenging. Homeowners often face limited availability in top neighborhoods, rising costs, and difficulty balancing modern design preferences with established community standards.
Claman Custom Homes brings experience and local insight to every project in Johnston. Whether you’re building in a well-established neighborhood or a new development, we design homes that reflect your lifestyle while fitting seamlessly into the community. Our team guides you through every step—from planning and budgeting to construction—ensuring a smooth, transparent process and a home built to the highest standards.
Every Claman home starts the same way: a blank page, your vision, and our team working to make it real.
Fully custom residences designed from scratch for families across the Des Moines metro—including Johnston, Ankeny, and West Des Moines. Every element is chosen by you: floor plan, materials, finishes, fixtures. We build 10–12 custom homes per year, ranging from $400K to $2.5M+, with fixed-price contracts on every single one.
Move-in-ready homes in select Des Moines metro communities, finished with the same exceptional craftsmanship as our fully custom builds. Browse our Available Homes page to see the latest inventory.
Yes. We build in both well-established neighborhoods and new developments throughout Johnston, giving you more flexibility in choosing the right location for your home.
Johnston is known for its strong community, growing amenities, and highly rated school district, making it a top choice for families.
Absolutely. Every home we build is fully customized to match your vision, lifestyle, and preferences.
Most custom homes take between 6 to 10 months depending on design complexity and construction factors.
Our commitment to craftsmanship, transparency, and personalized service ensures every home we build reflects the homeowner’s vision.
"We met with 5 different builders. The Claman team was the only one that sat down and had a candid conversation about what we actually wanted. I continue to be impressed with their commitment to excellence."
Ready to start your custom home in Johnston? Build in one of the most sought-after communities in the metro with a team that understands the area. From selecting the right neighborhood to designing your home, we make the entire process simple and stress-free.
