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New Construction Communities in Racine & Kenosha Counties
October 14, 2026
Choosing where to build a new home is about more than finding an available lot. The community you choose can influence your daily routine, the amount of outdoor space you have, the places you visit most often, and how connected you feel to the surrounding area.
Across Southeast Wisconsin, buyers also have very different types of new construction communities to consider. Some prefer a neighborhood setting with nearby conveniences. Others are looking for larger homesites, natural surroundings, or the opportunity to build near the water.
BEAR Homes offers new construction opportunities in several communities throughout Racine and Kenosha Counties, including Burlington, Union Grove, and Somers. If you're deciding where to build, here are some factors to consider and communities you can explore with us.
What to Consider When Choosing a New Construction Community
Before choosing a homesite, consider how the location and neighborhood will work for your day-to-day life, as well as your plans for the home itself.
A few considerations can help narrow your search:
- Homesite size and setting: Decide how much outdoor space you want and whether features such as pond, river, conservancy, lookout, or walkout opportunities are important to you.
- Location: Consider proximity to work, shopping, schools, recreation, healthcare, major roads, and the places you visit regularly.
- Home style: Look at the floor plans available within the community and how much flexibility you have to personalize the design.
- Neighborhood feel: A larger rural homesite offers a very different experience from a planned residential neighborhood with closer neighboring homes.
- Future plans: Think beyond your immediate needs. Bedrooms, flexible spaces, storage, outdoor space, and one-story living can all become more important over time.
With those priorities in mind, you can start comparing the BEAR Homes communities currently available across Southeast Wisconsin.
Compare BEAR Homes Communities in Southeast Wisconsin
Each BEAR Homes community offers a different setting, homesite experience, and location. Use this quick comparison as a starting point before exploring each community in more detail.
| Community | Location | Homesite & Setting Highlights | What Stands Out | Initial Lot Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Glen | Burlington, WI | Generously sized homesites, with many backing to the Fox River | Riverfront setting with convenient access to Burlington | Starting in the $119,900s |
| The Estates of Schaefer Farms | Burlington, WI | Homesites ranging from just under 2 acres to more than 4 acres | Larger lots and a more spacious, rural residential setting | Starting in the $194,900s |
| The Estates of Canopy Hill | Union Grove, WI | Planned residential neighborhood setting | Access to Union Grove, nearby schools, parks, businesses, and major roadways | Starting in the $120,000s |
| Somers Creek | Somers, WI | Approximately 0.23–0.71-acre homesites with select pond, conservancy, lookout, and walkout opportunities | Variety of homesite settings within a planned Kenosha County community | Starting in the $137,000s |
River Glen | Burlington, WI
Initial lots start in the $119,900s.
River Glen offers a distinctive opportunity to build in Burlington near the Fox River. Many homesites within the community back directly to the river, giving buyers the option to incorporate a natural setting into their new-home plans.
The community is located off Browns Lake Drive near Lynch Drive and provides convenient access to Burlington's shops, restaurants, parks, schools, and other everyday destinations. Municipal water and sewer are also available within the subdivision.
For buyers drawn to Burlington but hoping for a homesite with scenery and a connection to the water, River Glen offers something particularly difficult to replicate in a traditional neighborhood.
The Estates of Schaefer Farms | Burlington, WI
Initial lots start in the $194,900s.
For buyers looking for significantly more land, The Estates of Schaefer Farms provides another option in Burlington with a very different character.
Homesites range from just under two acres to more than four acres, offering additional room for outdoor living, landscaping, and a more spacious residential setting. The former farmland features rolling terrain and surrounding wetlands, creating a quieter, more rural environment while remaining close to Burlington.
The community is located just outside downtown, with access to local shopping, dining, parks, and major routes including Highways 36 and 142.
Schaefer Farms may be especially appealing to buyers who want the convenience of being near Burlington but prefer a larger homesite and more separation from neighboring properties.
The Estates of Canopy Hill | Union Grove, WI
Initial lots start in the $120,000s.
The Estates of Canopy Hill provides new construction opportunities in Union Grove, combining a planned neighborhood setting with access to the village's schools, parks, downtown businesses, and surrounding road network.
Located near Highway 45 and with connections to Highways 20 and 11, I-94, and I-43, the community offers access to destinations throughout Racine County and the broader Southeast Wisconsin region.
Unlike the larger estate-style homesites at Schaefer Farms, Canopy Hill offers a more traditional neighborhood environment. Buyers can explore BEAR Homes floor plans along with available homesites and move-in-ready opportunities as inventory changes.
For those who like the idea of building within an established residential community while staying connected to Union Grove and nearby communities, Canopy Hill is worth exploring.
Somers Creek | Somers, WI
Initial lots start in the $137,000s.
Somers Creek brings another type of new construction opportunity to Kenosha County.
Located near Somers Road and Highway 31, the community includes 73 homesites ranging from approximately 0.23 to 0.71 acres. Select homesites offer conservancy or pond views as well as lookout or walkout exposure opportunities, allowing buyers to prioritize the setting that works best for their home plans.
Its Somers location also provides convenient access to I-94, shopping, dining, healthcare, schools, and recreational destinations such as Petrifying Springs Park.
BEAR Homes plans include both ranch and two-story designs for the community, with opportunities to personalize finishes and features. Future move-in-ready homes may also provide another option for buyers who prefer a completed or near-completed home rather than starting the construction process from the beginning.
Somers Creek is a strong option for buyers looking for a thoughtfully planned neighborhood in Kenosha County with a variety of homesite settings to choose from.
Comparing Your New Construction Options
There isn't one type of homesite or neighborhood that works for every buyer. That's part of why comparing communities before choosing a lot can be so valuable.
Someone looking for acreage may naturally gravitate toward Schaefer Farms. River Glen offers an opportunity for buyers interested in the Fox River setting. Canopy Hill provides a more established neighborhood environment in Union Grove, while Somers Creek offers a range of homesite sizes and settings in Somers.
Once you've narrowed down the location that interests you, the next step is looking at the available homesites, floor plans, and building opportunities within that community.
Building a Home With BEAR Homes
As a Southeast Wisconsin homebuilder, we offer ranch, 1.5-story, and two-story home designs that can be personalized within the options available for each floor plan and homesite.
Our team works with buyers throughout the process, from exploring communities and selecting a homesite to choosing a floor plan and making design selections. Buyers who aren't looking to start a home from the ground up can also explore our move-in-ready inventory as homes become available.
The goal is to help you understand your options before making a decision, including where you want to live, what you want from your homesite, and which home design best fits the way you plan to use it.
Explore New Construction Communities in Southeast Wisconsin
If you're considering a new construction home in Racine County, Kenosha County, or elsewhere in Southeast Wisconsin, start by exploring our current communities and available homesites.
You can compare River Glen, The Estates of Schaefer Farms, Canopy Hill, Somers Creek, and other available BEAR Homes opportunities to find the location and homebuilding option that makes sense for you.
