Camarillo new construction in 2026 is led by three verified, actively-selling builder communities: Cortona by Lennar (single-family detached), Palmera by Williams Homes (a 285-home townhome community), and Anacapa Canyon by Comstock Homes (the Channel Vista and Sol Vista neighborhoods). For 55-and-over buyers, The Springs is an established community that trades resale-only - there is no active 55+ new construction in the city right now. The Camarillo new-construction SERPs are dominated by builder marketing pages, but no individual agent has built a clear cross-builder comparison for buyers. I am Brian Cooper, REALTOR at eXp Realty (DRE# 01434286). This guide covers what is actually available, how each project is priced, the Mello-Roos and HOA considerations, and how the communities compare for different buyer needs. Prices and availability move month to month - always confirm current numbers directly with the builder.
What Camarillo new construction looks like in 2026
Camarillo new construction in mid-2026 reflects a city that has been building consistently for 30+ years and is now in an infill-and-finishing mode rather than the master-planned-expansion mode of Moorpark or eastern Ventura County. Most active projects are smaller batches tucked into the remaining undeveloped pockets of established neighborhoods. The three verified, actively-selling builder communities right now are Cortona (Lennar, single-family), Palmera (Williams Homes, townhomes), and Anacapa Canyon (Comstock Homes, the Channel Vista and Sol Vista neighborhoods).
Pace has been steady through 2025-2026, with rate-buydown and flex-cash incentives from the production builders helping absorption. For 55-and-over buyers, the city's age-restricted stock - including The Springs - trades resale-only; there is no active 55+ new construction in Camarillo right now. Always confirm what is releasing next, and on what timeline, directly with the builder.
Pricing spans a wide band because the product types differ. Palmera townhomes (Williams Homes) have recently been offered from the high $600,000s into the low $800,000s. Anacapa Canyon (Comstock) recent releases have started in the $800,000s. Cortona single-family detached (Lennar) has been quoted from the $960,000s. These are base/starting figures that move month to month - verify the current price on the specific plan and lot with the builder. The broader Camarillo single-family resale median sits around the $800,000s, so detached new construction trades at a premium - typical for the area.
Cortona - Lennar (single-family detached)
Cortona is Lennar's actively-selling Camarillo community of single-family detached homes, located off Guy Turner Drive (93010). Per Lennar's published plan information, homes range roughly 2,038-2,484 sq ft with 3-4 bedrooms and 2.5-3.5 baths, two-car garages, and flexible loft/bonus spaces on select plans. Starting pricing has been quoted from the $960,000s - confirm the current figure on the plan and lot you want with Lennar directly.
Lennar builds on its Everything's Included approach, so many features buyers pay extra for elsewhere are bundled into the base price. Cortona homeowners get a private community pool plus an adjacent public park with a two-acre field, playground, fitness equipment, pickleball and basketball courts, a dog park, and a pavilion. The location offers quick 101 access and is a short drive to the Camarillo outlets. What I tell Cortona clients: this is the detached-SFR option in town right now, so confirm available quick-move-in inventory versus to-be-built timing, and ask Lennar what financing incentive is live the week you write.
Palmera - Williams Homes (townhomes)
Palmera is Williams Homes' actively-selling Camarillo community - a planned 285-townhome, resort-style neighborhood with a mixed-use retail component. Per the builder's published information, the townhomes run roughly 1,707-1,977 sq ft with 2-3 bedrooms, 2.5-3 baths, and two-car garages. Recent pricing has been offered from the high $600,000s into the low $800,000s, and the builder has run flex-cash sales events on standing inventory - confirm the current price and any live incentive with Williams Homes directly.
Resident amenities include a fitness center, a recreation center, and two swimming pools and spas, with visitor parking - a strong amenity package for the price point. What I tell Palmera clients: this is the most attainable entry into Camarillo new construction, and townhome HOA dues plus any Mello-Roos belong in your true monthly-cost math from day one. Get the current dues, the CFD/Mello-Roos disclosure on your specific unit, and the phase release schedule in writing.
Anacapa Canyon - Comstock Homes (Channel Vista & Sol Vista)
Anacapa Canyon is Comstock Homes' Camarillo community (93012), nestled against the Santa Monica Mountains and minutes from the coast, near CSU Channel Islands and the 101. It is sold through neighborhood collections - Channel Vista and Sol Vista. Per the builder's published information, homes have been offered with 3-5 bedrooms in the roughly 1,373-2,040 sq ft range. Pricing has been quoted starting in the low-$600,000s at the entry collection earlier in the cycle, with Channel Vista more recently offered from the $800,000s - so confirm the current collection, plan, and price with Comstock directly.
What I tell Anacapa Canyon clients: this is the coastal-adjacent value play, and the collection you are shown drives the price band, so be specific about square footage and bedroom count when you compare. As with every new-construction purchase, verify the Mello-Roos/CFD on the specific lot and confirm the homeowners-insurance binder early given Ventura County carrier tightening.
The Springs and Camarillo 55+ (resale, no active new construction)
The Springs is an established 55-and-over age-restricted community in Camarillo, distinct from the larger Leisure Village. Per public community records, The Springs is a single-family neighborhood of roughly 250 homes built in the mid-1980s, with floor plans in the ~1,200-1,650 sq ft range (2 bed / 2 bath), and amenities including a clubhouse, fitness center, outdoor pool, RV/boat parking, walking trails, and golf course access. Age restriction follows the typical 55+ federal HOPA structure (at least one occupant 55 or older).
The Springs trades resale-only - there is no active new construction here. Recent reported average sale prices have run in the $800,000s for the single-family configurations; verify current comparable sales, HOA dues, and any space-rent or land-lease structure before you commit, since these vary by community and home type. (Camarillo also has separate 55+ mobile/manufactured-home communities with their own pricing and ownership structures - confirm which community and structure you are actually buying into.)
I include the 55+ picture in this new-construction guide because that buyer audience often shops new. Buyers who want truly new construction in a 55+ community in Ventura County in 2026 generally have to look outside Camarillo - confirm what is actively releasing before assuming an in-town new-build option exists.
Side-by-side community comparison
The table below compares the verified actively-selling Camarillo new-construction communities on the dimensions that drive most decisions. Figures reflect the builders' published plan and pricing information as of mid-2026 and are starting/base numbers that change month to month - confirm the current price and availability on the specific plan and lot directly with each builder.
Reading the comparison - the communities target different buyers and the right answer depends on price point, product type, and amenity priorities. Palmera is the attainable townhome play. Anacapa Canyon is the coastal-adjacent value play. Cortona is the detached single-family play. I run all of them against client criteria on every Camarillo new-construction call.
| Community (builder) | Product type | Plans (sq ft) | Starting price (verify w/ builder) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cortona (Lennar) | Single-family detached | ~2,038 - 2,484 | from the $960,000s | 3-4 bed; pool + park; Everything's Included |
| Palmera (Williams Homes) | Townhomes (285 planned) | ~1,707 - 1,977 | from the high $600,000s | 2-3 bed; 2 pools/spas, gym, rec center |
| Anacapa Canyon (Comstock) | SFR collections (Channel Vista / Sol Vista) | ~1,373 - 2,040 | from the $800,000s (recent) | 3-5 bed; coastal-adjacent near CSUCI |
| The Springs (55+) | Resale only - no new construction | ~1,200 - 1,650 | resale (recently ~$800,000s) | 2 bed/2 bath; clubhouse, pool, golf access |
Mello-Roos and HOA - what to verify by community
Mello-Roos (CFD special tax) and HOA dues in Camarillo vary significantly because the city has been built in waves over 30+ years and the financing structures of each wave were different. Newer tracts financed through CFD bonds tend to carry Mello-Roos; older established tracts often have lower or expired assessments. Townhome communities like Palmera also carry HOA dues that can be material to your monthly cost.
Rather than quote tract-level figures that drift, the right move is to verify the specific lot or unit before you write. Always check the specific APN against the Ventura County tax record and request the CFD/Mello-Roos disclosure and the current HOA dues from the builder - even within the same community, individual lots can carry different CFD amounts depending on lot size and the original assessment formula. Fold both Mello-Roos and HOA into your true monthly cost so you compare new construction fairly against resale.
Common scenarios - Camarillo new construction buyer profiles
Profile A: first-time or attainable-entry buyer who wants new construction at the most accessible price point and is open to a townhome. Palmera by Williams Homes is usually the answer - townhomes from the high $600,000s with a strong amenity package (two pools/spas, gym, rec center). Budget the HOA dues and any Mello-Roos into your monthly math.
Profile B: family or move-up buyer who wants detached single-family new construction with a private yard and a community pool/park. Cortona by Lennar is the detached SFR option in town right now - roughly 2,038-2,484 sq ft, from the $960,000s, with Everything's Included finishes. Confirm quick-move-in inventory versus to-be-built timing.
Profile C: buyer who values coastal-adjacent location and a value price point near CSU Channel Islands and the 101. Anacapa Canyon by Comstock (Channel Vista / Sol Vista) fits - be specific about which collection and plan, since that drives the price band. Verify the Mello-Roos on the specific lot.
Profile D: 55-and-over downsizing buyer looking for new construction in Camarillo. There is currently no active 55+ new-construction option in the city. Best alternatives: an established 55+ resale community such as The Springs (with budget for updates if needed), or expanding the search outside Camarillo - confirm what is actively releasing before assuming an in-town new-build exists.
Inspection and due-diligence items for new construction
New construction in Camarillo carries the same inspection and warranty considerations covered in detail in my Moorpark new-construction guide - third-party inspector at pre-drywall, pre-closing, and 11-month warranty walks. Common items worth checking in Camarillo new-construction walkthroughs: drainage and grade on foothill-adjacent lots, HVAC sizing on larger floor plans, and exterior stucco coverage at corner trim transitions.
Camarillo-specific considerations: the city has a Sewer Lateral Inspection requirement at sale on existing homes (not on new construction, but worth knowing for future resale), and parts of the city sit in California State Fire Marshal Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ) - primarily the hillside areas at the city's north and south edges. New construction in those zones requires ember-resistant vents, Class A roof, and other Chapter 7A code compliance items. Verify the lot you are buying is or is not in a VHFHSZ before writing an offer.
Insurance carriers have tightened in Ventura County since the 2024-2025 Mountain Fire / Camp Fire activity. Confirm a binder on your specific lot before contingency removal - I have seen multiple Camarillo new-construction deals delayed because the buyer assumed a homeowners policy would be straightforward and it was not.
- Pre-drywall, pre-closing, and 11-month third-party inspections
- VHFHSZ (Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone) verification on lot
- Insurance binder confirmation on specific lot before contingency removal
- Mello-Roos verification at title commitment, not at sales counter
- School district boundary verification (Pleasant Valley K-8 vs Camarillo Heights vs Somis)
- Drainage and grade inspection (especially foothill-adjacent lots)
- HVAC sizing verification against Title 24 calc
- Builder contract addendum review (warranty, arbitration, inspection waiver)
What I tell clients
Three things on every Camarillo new-construction call. First: register your buyer agent on the first sales office visit. The active production builders generally pay commissions to buyer agents - you pay nothing, you get representation, and your agent can negotiate incentives, design center pricing, and contract addendum terms that you cannot get walking in solo. Second: budget the delivered price, not the website base. New construction commonly adds 10-20% over base through design center and lot premium combined - the website number is the floor, not the ceiling. Third: verify the school district boundary and the Mello-Roos for the specific lot before contingency removal. Camarillo school boundaries cross neighborhoods unexpectedly and Mello-Roos amounts vary lot-by-lot even within the same phase.
Camarillo new construction is a strong choice for buyers who want modern systems, mild climate, freeway and Metrolink access, and established city services. The attainable play (Palmera townhomes by Williams Homes) competes well on price; the coastal-adjacent value play (Anacapa Canyon by Comstock) sits near CSU Channel Islands and the beach; and the detached single-family play (Cortona by Lennar) gives buyers a private yard with community amenities. For 55-and-over buyers, the in-town option is resale (e.g., The Springs), since no 55+ new construction is active right now.
Frequently Asked Questions
What new construction is available in Camarillo in 2026?
As of mid-2026, the verified actively-selling new-construction communities in Camarillo are: Cortona by Lennar (single-family detached, 3-4 bed, roughly 2,038-2,484 sq ft, from the $960,000s), Palmera by Williams Homes (a 285-home townhome community, 2-3 bed, roughly 1,707-1,977 sq ft, from the high $600,000s to low $800,000s), and Anacapa Canyon by Comstock Homes (Channel Vista and Sol Vista, 3-5 bed, roughly 1,373-2,040 sq ft, recent releases from the $800,000s). For 55-and-over buyers, The Springs is an established resale community (built in the 1980s; no active new construction). Always confirm current pricing, availability, and incentives directly with the builder - inventory and prices move month to month.
What 55-and-over communities does Camarillo have?
Camarillo has several distinct 55-and-over age-restricted communities, all meeting the federal HOPA structure (at least one occupant 55 or older). Leisure Village is the city's large, established age-restricted community on the north side near the 101, with an extensive amenity package. The Springs is a smaller single-family 55+ neighborhood near the foothills with a clubhouse, pool, and golf-course access. (Camarillo also has separate 55+ mobile/manufactured-home communities with their own ownership and pricing structures.) All trade resale-only - there is no active 55+ new construction in the city right now. Verify which exact community, ownership structure, HOA dues, and any land-lease/space-rent you are buying into before you commit.
What is Cortona by Lennar in Camarillo?
Cortona is Lennar's actively-selling Camarillo community of single-family detached homes, off Guy Turner Drive (93010). Per Lennar's published plan information, homes range roughly 2,038-2,484 sq ft with 3-4 bedrooms and 2.5-3.5 baths and two-car garages, with starting pricing quoted from the $960,000s. It is built on Lennar's Everything's Included approach and includes a private community pool plus an adjacent public park (two-acre field, playground, fitness equipment, pickleball and basketball courts, dog park, pavilion). Confirm the current price and available inventory on the specific plan and lot directly with Lennar.
Are there Mello-Roos on Camarillo new construction?
It varies by tract and parcel. Newer Camarillo tracts financed through CFD bonds typically carry Mello-Roos, while older established tracts often have lower or expired assessments; townhome communities like Palmera also carry HOA dues that matter to your monthly cost. Rather than rely on a tract-level estimate, verify the specific APN against the Ventura County tax record and request the CFD/Mello-Roos disclosure and current HOA dues from the builder before you write - amounts can vary lot-by-lot even within the same community.
What multigenerational options exist in Camarillo new construction?
Options vary by community and release. Lennar markets its Next Gen "home within a home" suite (a self-contained secondary suite with its own entry) on select plans in some communities - ask Lennar whether any Next Gen plan is currently offered at Cortona. Several builders also offer downstairs guest-suite configurations (no separate kitchen by default) on larger plans. For full multigen flexibility, buyers can purchase a standard new-construction home and add a detached ADU under California state law after close-of-escrow. Confirm which exact configurations are available on the plan and lot you want directly with the builder.
Can I bring my own real estate agent to a Camarillo new construction sales office?
Yes, and you should. The active Camarillo production builders (Lennar at Cortona, Williams Homes at Palmera, Comstock at Anacapa Canyon) generally pay buyer-agent commissions in California. The buyer agent must register on the first visit to the sales office (most builders require registration up front; some allow registration through a follow-up visit if no purchase decision has been made). Bringing your own agent costs you nothing, gives you negotiating leverage on incentives and design center, and provides representation on contract addendum review.
What schools serve Camarillo new construction?
It depends on the address. Most of Camarillo is served by the Pleasant Valley School District (K-8) and the Oxnard Union High School District (9-12), with some areas in Somis Union School District (K-8) depending on location. Always verify the specific school assignment for the exact address through the district websites - boundaries cross neighborhoods unexpectedly in Camarillo. (Age-restricted 55+ communities do not serve school-age children under the HOPA age restriction.)
How long does a Camarillo new construction purchase take to close?
Standing inventory (quick move-in) purchases typically close in 30-45 days, similar to a resale transaction. To-be-built purchases generally run several months to a year depending on the builder, current backlog, and complexity of design-center selections. Quick move-in homes are faster but limited - the inventory available at any given time is whatever the builder has not pre-sold. Ask each builder (Lennar, Williams Homes, Comstock) for a written estimate on the specific home, and understand it can change.
How does Camarillo new construction compare to Moorpark new construction?
Both cities have active production new construction in 2026. Camarillo's current verified communities (Cortona by Lennar, Palmera townhomes by Williams Homes, Anacapa Canyon by Comstock) span an attainable townhome tier through detached single-family; Moorpark's active new construction is centered on its KB Home community and other tracts. Camarillo offers a coastal-adjacent location closer to Naval Base Ventura County and the beach, while Moorpark is closer to the 118 freeway and the Conejo Valley. Mello-Roos and HOA exposure vary by community in both cities - verify the specific parcel. Confirm current pricing in each city directly with the builders.
Is Camarillo new construction in a fire hazard zone?
Some lots, yes. The hillside areas at the north and south edges of Camarillo are within the California State Fire Marshal Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ); foothill-adjacent communities are more likely to be affected than valley-floor tracts. New construction in these zones requires Chapter 7A code compliance including ember-resistant vents, Class A roof, fire-resistant exterior wall construction, and enhanced defensible space. Verify the specific lot against the Cal Fire FHSZ map before writing an offer, and confirm a homeowners-insurance binder early given Ventura County carrier tightening.
