Redefining Builder Grade
Forget “builder grade.” We raise the bar. Every CaraCo home comes with elevated finishes, intentional layouts, and value that lasts well beyond move-in—and after.
Step inside CaraCo's award-winning model home with Matt Blommestyn, our Residential Development Manager. With over 20 years at CaraCo, Matt shares how we're redefining the meaning of "builder grade"—delivering quality craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and real customization options in every home we build.
Thoughtful, Sustainable Living
Where Neighbourhoods Feel Complete
Tree-lined Streets. Heritage Lighting. Paved Driveways. CaraCo communities blend timeless details—welcoming front porches and stone façades—with modern architectural ease.
Every Build Begins with Seamless Precision
From the moment we break ground, sites are organized, efficient, and safe—delivering move-in ready homes in as little as three months. Expect tighter fits, fewer seams, and smarter material use from a precision-minded build approach.
Where Innovation is Standard and Essential
Our approach is simple: indoor comfort, energy efficiency, and reduced environmental impact working together—thoughtful choices that support healthier everyday living. Recognized by CMHC as a LEED and Healthy Housing™ Builder, CaraCo continues to shape the future of building codes with smarter materials, greener methods, and energy-efficient design.
CaraCo's Standards
Noteworthy Features
These are the details that define a CaraCo home. Thoughtfully selected standards that go beyond the expected and deliver lasting value, comfort, and design.
Purposefully Chosen Finishes and Details
- 9' main floor wall height: A taller main floor creates a brighter, more open living experience with enhanced architectural presence.
- Premium extended-height kitchen cabinets: Added storage and visual impact with cabinetry that reaches higher for a more custom look.
- Quartz or granite countertops: Included in the kitchen and all full bathrooms for durability, elegance, and long-term performance.
- Engineered hardwood on main floor living area: standard in Crown, Summit, Prestige & Limited Series Homes for a timeless, elevated finish.
Standard Features
Download our brochure to read the full list of features that represent the minimum specifications included in every CaraCo home. CaraCo workmanship meets or exceed all Provincial and Municipal Building Code Requirements.
Extra Value, as Our Thank-You
Rewards That Move in With You
Every CaraCo home comes with more than a fresh start—more than walls and finishes. It comes with thoughtful incentives designed to add lasting value. From upgrade savings to appliance packages, closing cost support, and financing options, these rewards make owning a brand-new home smarter, easier, and more rewarding—staying with you long after move-in and maximizing your investment.
Design Centre Bonus
Personalization, With Even More Built In
Your home should feel distinctly yours. At the CaraCo Design Centre, you’ll explore curated finishes—flooring, lighting, fixtures, fireplaces, and more—to shape your home your way. And now, with our Design Centre Bonus, you’ll enjoy added value plus the comfort of air conditioning included—so your home is not only personalized, but ready for the seasons ahead.
Savings You Can See. Value You Can Feel. With More Built In
- $10K Bonus for Urban or Cataraqui Series homes
- $20K Bonus for Crown or Summit — Limited Series homes
* This special offer does not apply to existing Inventory Homes. The Design Centre Bonus includes HST. Offer subject to change without notice.
First Time Home Buyer Advantage
HST Rebate
With new proposed rebates from the federal government and the Province of Ontario, eligible first-time buyers could unlock significant savings on a newly built home. As proposed, these rebates could remove the HST on new homes priced up to $1M, and reduce the HST on homes priced between $1M and $1.5M.
Move In to Your Dream Home
- Potential savings of up to $130K
- Combines 5% federal and 8% provincial rebates
- HST is removed on homes valued up to $1M
- HST is reduced on homes valued between $1M - 1.5M
Learn more about the federal rebate here.
Learn more about the provincial rebate here.
Why Wait? Call us today to learn more about our exclusive offerings for first time home buyers!
Military Appreciation Incentive
Our Thanks. Your Advantage.
CaraCo is proud to offer exclusive incentives* for active and retired Canadian Armed Forces members—our way of recognizing your service and supporting your next move.
Choose the offer that fits your needs:
Option 1
$10,000
Discount
A direct savings applied to the purchase price of your new CaraCo home.
Option 2
$5,000
in Design Centre Upgrades + 5-Piece Appliance Package
Get the best of both comfort and customization. Stainless steel kitchen appliances (fridge, stove, dishwasher) plus a high-efficiency front-load washer and dryer (approx. $5K value), together with $5K in Design Centre upgrades to make your home uniquely yours.
Plus
We've got you covered while your home is being built.
For qualifying buyers, CaraCo is pleased to offer up to 6 months of complimentary apartment living while your new home is under construction—subject to availability.**
* To qualify for the discount, you must be one of the following: Active, Reserve, Veterans & Retired Canadian Military with a valid National Defense ID card, or CAF Veteran Card with Service Number. This includes the Royal Canadian Navy, Canadian Armed Forces, and Royal Canadian Air Force. You must present a valid Military or Veteran ID when meeting with our Sales Representative no later than the time of contracting. The sooner you notify us of your eligibility, the better!
**Offer subject to change without notice. Conditions apply. Apartment availability is limited and must be confirmed with a CaraCo Sales Professional.
A Thank-You for Choosing CaraCo Again
Your continued loyalty and confidence in CaraCo hasn’t gone unnoticed. As a token of our appreciation, returning CaraCo homeowners and current CaraCo tenants are eligible to choose one of the following incentives when purchasing a new CaraCo home.
CHOOSE ONE:
Option 1
10′x10′ Deck
Available on Standard Grade Lots
A direct savings applied to the purchase price of your new CaraCo home.
Option 2
$5,000
5-Pc Appliance Package
Approx. $5,000 value
Stainless steel kitchen appliances (fridge, stove, dishwasher) plus high-efficiency front-load washer and dryer.
Option 3
$5,000
Design Centre Bonus
This is our way of recognizing your dedication to CaraCo as your preferred builder. This program may be combined with other bonuses and incentives that may be available.
To participate, simply complete and submit the Loyalty Program Form at the time you sign your Agreement of Purchase and Sale.
*To qualify for this incentive, you must be the current original owner of a CaraCo home. This incentive is inclusive of HST, cannot be substituted for credit on closing, has no cash value, and may be combined with any other bonuses/incentives that may be available from CaraCo. E. & O.E.
Your Homebuying Journey, Simplified
At CaraCo, we believe buying a home should feel exciting, not overwhelming. That’s why we’ve created a guided path—from first conversations to final keys—that puts clarity and confidence at every stage.
Start with the essentials, plan with confidence, explore your options in full, and step into a collaboration that turns vision into reality. It’s all here, designed to make the process easier, smarter, and more personal.
Buying Made Easy, Every Step of the Way
From Confident Investment to Guided Experience
Buying a new home should feel exciting, not overwhelming. With CaraCo, we guide you through every stage—you define your needs, choose your community, and select the plan that fits best—all with clarity and confidence.
From Foundation to Finishes, We Bring it All Together
We believe the right builder makes all the difference. And when you’ve found the right home in any CaraCo neighbourhood, we take care of the rest. At the right stage, your design appointment brings it all together—personalizing finishes with expert guidance.
Before You Start Looking
Plan Smart. Dream Big.
Start with a conversation at home. Start with what matters most—bedrooms, size, location, mobility, sustainability, and design touches.
Know Your Numbers
Down payment, overall budget, and a monthly payment that feels comfortable—always leave room for upgrades.
See More. Know More.
Explore Your Options
Walk our model homes. Tour our communities. Visit the Design Centre. Every step is designed to give you clarity—and we’re here to answer it all
Find Your Community
Choose a neighbourhood that lives well today and grows with you tomorrow. Explore landscaping, amenities, schools, and long-term plans for the area.
Model Homes + Plans
See the difference in layouts, finishes, and upgrades—what’s standard, what’s flexible, and how thoughtful our design is built into every detail.
Once You Have Found Your New Home
Your Dream Becomes Reality
From here, it’s a guided collaboration—each step aligning design, craftsmanship, and detail until your new home takes shape. We’ll be with you every step of the way, making the process as seamless as possible.
At your signing appointment, you’ll need:
- Your cheque book for deposit payments
- Government-issued photo ID (driver’s license or passport)
- Mortgage pre-approval
Press
CARACO LEED'S THE WAY (GREENTECH)
May 5, 2009
CARACO BRINGS HIGH PERFORMANCE HOMES TO KINGSTON (KINGSTON WHIG-STANDARD)
April 2013
BUILDING THE FUTURE: CARACO THRIVES ON COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY, CHOICE AND CUSTOMER SERVICE (KINGSTON BUSINESS TODAY)
March 11, 2014
BUILDER BETS ON GREEN HOUSES
May 5, 2009
FINE HOMES KINGSTON
Spring 2014
CARACO LAUNCHES KINGSTON'S FIRST LEED HOME
May 5, 2009
Awards
2025 KINGSTON HOME BUILDERS' ASSOCIATION SHOWCASE OF NEW HOMES AWARDS FOR MAIN BATHROOM, PRIMARY BEDROOM & CLOSET, OVERALL WINNER
2013 ESC (ENERGY SOLUTIONS CENTER) PARTNERSHIP AWARD
We received this award in recognition for our efforts with Union Gas on our Performance Home 2020 project. This award provides customer recognition of the benefit in working in partnership with the local utility for reducing the use of natural gas through innovative energy solutions.
2005 KINGSTON HOME BUILDERS' ASSOCIATION PARADE OF NEW HOMES PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD
2003 ONTARIO BUILDER OF THE YEAR AWARDS
Finalist, High-Rise Builder Category
2002 ONTARIO NEW HOME WARRANTY PROGRAM AWARD
15 Consecutive Years of Excellent Ratings
2000 CANADA MORTGAGE AND HOUSING CORPORATION HEALTHY HOUSING AWARD
1996 CANADA MORTGAGE AND HOUSING CORPORATION HEALTHY HOUSING AWARD
Community Sponsorships
CaraCo has generously supported the Kingston Area Minor Hockey Association, the Kingston YMCA Penguins Aquatic Club, baseball teams, the local United Way, Kidney Foundation, Heart & Stroke Foundation, Hospice Kingston, the K-Rock Building Fund, Kingston Military Family Resource Centre and Sunshine Foundation. In the past, we have also supported the Grand Theatre, University Hospitals Kingston Foundation, and Lions Civic Gardens.
CaraCo Home Field
We are very proud to have sponsored the CaraCo Home Field, in the City's west end. This new track and field facility provides a high quality venue for school track and field meets and offers an extended season for field sports due to the artificial turf surfacing.
Facility Features:
- Eight-lane 400m running track with rubber sport surface
- Artificial turf multi-sport field
- Shot put, long jump, high jump, pole vaulting, football, soccer, rugby and field hockey
- Sports lights
- Accessible washrooms
- Bleacher seating for 750 spectators
- Pathway connections
