KB Home Relocates Corporate HQ to Phoenix Metro Area

Homebuilder cites business-friendly environment and lower costs as factors in move from Los Angeles.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 9:29pm

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KB Home, one of the largest homebuilders in the U.S., announced it is relocating its corporate headquarters from Los Angeles to the Phoenix metro area. Beginning in spring 2027, KB Home will establish its new headquarters in Tempe, Arizona, bringing executive leadership and key corporate functions together in a more central location that will lower the company's cost structure over time.

Why it matters

The move to the Phoenix area provides KB Home with a more business-friendly operating environment and a more geographically central location within the company's nationwide footprint. This is expected to enhance efficiency and support long-term profitability as the company positions itself for future growth.

The details

KB Home's new headquarters will be located at Hayden Ferry Lakeside in Tempe, offering convenient access to major transportation, including Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. The company will maintain a significant presence in California through its six operating divisions, where it has built tens of thousands of homes over the years and remains committed to serving California homebuyers.

  • KB Home will establish its new headquarters in Tempe, Arizona, beginning in spring 2027.

The players

KB Home

One of the largest and most recognized homebuilders in the U.S.

Robert McGibney

President and chief executive officer of KB Home.

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What they’re saying

“This move brings our teams together in a more collaborative environment, and Phoenix is the right place to do it. It positions KB Home to operate more effectively and supports the next phase of our growth.”

— Robert McGibney, President and chief executive officer

The takeaway

KB Home's decision to relocate its corporate headquarters to the Phoenix metro area reflects the company's strategic focus on enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and positioning itself for future growth in a more business-friendly environment.