Opening Doors
to Greater Opportunity

WE ARE IMPACT-DRIVEN

At Camillo Companies, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to root and rise.  We are driven to leave a lasting impact on the communities, customers and employees we serve — creating more avenues than ever for people to find their “home.”

20,000+

Homes built by Legend Homes, Princeton Classic Homes and Bella Vista Homes.

50+

Communities developed by Academy Development.

59,000+

Residents in Camillo Properties homes since 2012.

450+

Current Camillo Companies employees across all operating companies.

HOW WE OPEN DOORS

Since the founding of our first company in 1989, we’ve grown and evolved, holding tight to one central belief, that access to a home has the power to change everything. Today, we come together under Camillo Companies so that we may better share the impact we hope to make and the value we offer each of those we serve.

Learn about the Camillo Companies

What We Do

We are residential real estate developers by trade. We are home and community builders at heart.

We develop communities.

Learn more about Academy Development

We build homes for purchase.

Learn more about Legend Homes

We build homes for rent.

Learn more about Camillo Properties

NEWS & EVENTS

Stay up-to-date on what’s happening with our companies and in our communities.

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By Drew Gieseke March 12, 2026
Legend Homes appoints Adolfo Canales as President of its San Antonio division, bringing more than 20 years of homebuilding leadership experience to support continued growth in the market.
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By Drew Gieseke March 3, 2026
Legend Homes announces the promotion of Danielle Depot to DFW Division President to drive growth, operational performance, and new community expansion in 2026.
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By Drew Gieseke March 3, 2026
Legend Homes announces the promotion of John Devens to Houston Division President, introducing the position to drive market growth, performance, and new community expansion in 2026.
By Drew Gieseke November 11, 2025
Camillo Companies, Legend Homes, and SimplyHome have been named 2025 Top Workplaces. This marks the second-straight year for Camillo Companies, seventh for Legend Homes, and fifth for SimplyHome.
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By Drew Gieseke October 6, 2025
Legend Homes names Lee Darnold as President. With over 20 years of homebuilding leadership and experience, Darnold brings proven expertise and a vision for growth in Texas.
Camillo Companies team with HomeAid Houston and Agape Development
By Drew Gieseke September 30, 2025
Built at reduced costs through donated labor and discounted materials, the homes will be offered at rental rates up to 60% below market levels, making them both functional and affordable.
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