Build your forever home.

A family owned business since 1963. We've been building homes for almost 60 years so you can count on us to be there for you.

1963Founded and family-owned ever since
0Commission sales staff, so there's no sales pressure
5Signature models, from the Cascade to the Riverstone
Our promiseQuality craftsmanship. Reliable service. No pressure, ever.

Model Homes

White Feather · Phase 2, Unit 2D · Manhattan, IL

New lots, now open.

Pick a lot on Burning Trail to see its size and the plans you can build there. Then come walk the lot with us. No SSA tax, no commission sales staff, and a family-owned builder since 1963. Right next door is Round Barn Farm, an 87-acre park with walking paths, a pond, and disc golf.

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Lot shapes simplified from the recorded platLot area in square feet
Included with every home
No SSA taxFinished, insulated garage50% off 3rd car garageLVP on first floorEnergy efficient
Five plans · any open lot

Homes you can build here.

Starting prices on any open lot.

Real homes, real light.

Two-story suburban house with a brick and white siding exterior, three garage doors, a front porch with seating, and a clear blue sky.

Models

Visit our model homes in the White Feather Subdivision to experience our unparalleled build quality and family-owned service since 1963. With no commission sales staff, we prioritize helping you find or build your dream home without any pressure.

Model Homes

Explore our spec homes in the White Feather Subdivision, where our unmatched build quality sets us apart. As a family-owned business for nearly 60 years, we're committed to being there for you every step of the way. With no commission sales staff, our focus is solely on helping you find or build your dream home without any pressure.

Spec Homes

A house under construction with white wrapped exterior, black roof, and a double garage with white doors, set against a clear blue sky. The yard is unfinished with dirt and construction materials scattered around.
Spec Homes
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2026 Specials & Incentives

Here are this years exclusive incentives when you purchase your New Home from us at McDonnell Development.

  • NEW Lots NOW OPEN

    New Lots Opening NOW

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  • 3rd Safest City in IL

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  • Free Garage Upgrades

    Fully drywalled & insulated garage.

  • Shop & Compare

    We invite you to compare our quality & standard options to other builders.

  • Energy Efficient Homes

    All of our models are Energy Efficient Homes to save You money on utilities.

  • 50% off 3rd Car Garage

    We’ll include a 50% off 3rd Car Garage!

  • No SSA Tax

    No need to worry about paying a Special Service Area Tax.

  • LVP Flooring

    LVP Flooring on first level 

The neighborhood

Room for your family to grow.

White Feather has a tree-lined main drive and a walking path through natural grass and wildflowers. Right next door is Round Barn Farm, an 87-acre park with an oak grove, Jackson Creek, a pond and a round barn built in 1898.

Park
Walking paths, an 18-hole disc golf course, athletic courts and fields
Taxes
No Special Service Area tax
Safety
Manhattan ranks among the safest cities in Illinois
Models
Tour our model homes in White Feather

From our homeowners

“We got a home with all of the options that we wanted for less than we would have paid with any other builder.”

The Coyle Family

“Great builder that offers a lot of options as standard where they're an upgrade with other builders.”

Shawn Knapp

“We are pleased with our newly built home. Great contractor to work with. Quiet and friendly neighborhood.”

Dj Mondy
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