By George Giannakakis, Editor and Founder, BuildPilot. M.Arch, Licensed Real Estate Agent (RLA300580), HIA Industry Judge. Last reviewed: 7 September 2026.

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Oakford Homes vs Simonds Homes

Name: BuildPilot Adelaide Building Industry Dataset
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An independent, side-by-side look at two of our building partners to help you understand your options.

Custom Builder

Volume Builder

Note: BuildPilot partners with both builders. This comparison provides factual information to help you understand your options. It's not a recommendation of one over the other. The right builder depends on your specific needs, budget and preferences.

Quick Comparison

Attribute

Oakford Homes

Simonds Homes

Builder Type

Custom Builder

Volume Builder

Price Range

$2,200 - $3,200/sqm

$1,800 - $2,500/sqm

Established

1985 (40+ years, 4,000+ homes)

1949

Headquarters

Adelaide

Victoria (National)

Warranty

Comprehensive Home Builder's warranty

Structural guarantee

Display Homes

Mount Barker, Oakden, Brooklyn Park, Hawthorn, Encounter Bay - 9 display homes across Adelaide

Multiple locations in growth areas

About Each Builder

Oakford Homes

Quality Homes Built on Honest Foundations Since 1985

Family-owned Adelaide custom home builder with 40+ years of experience and over 4,000 completed homes. Reputation built on transparent pricing, honest conversations and quality finishes delivered by trades who've been with them for 15, 20, even 25 years. Winner - HIA SA Display Home 2024.

Often suited for:

Custom buildsKnockdown rebuildsAdapting proven designsHonest transparent pricing

Design Approach:

Custom designs built around your life plus a library of proven adaptable designs

Build Process:

Direct contact with experienced professionals from first conversation to handover; no-surprises approach

Visit Oakford Homes website

Simonds Homes

Affordable Quality Home Building

National builder with strong presence in Adelaide's growth corridors, known for competitive pricing and first-home buyer packages.

Often suited for:

Budget-conscious buyersNorthern AdelaideFirst home buyersQuick builds

Design Approach:

Efficient pre-designed homes focused on value and functionality

Build Process:

Streamlined construction process for efficient delivery

Visit Simonds Homes website

How Do I Choose?

There's no "better" builder. There's only the builder that's right for your situation. Consider these factors:

1
Your budget and priorities
Different builders suit different price points. Think about what matters most: price, inclusions, customisation or service.
2
Your land and location
Some builders specialise in certain areas or challenging sites. Consider who builds in your area and has experience with your block type.
3
Your design requirements
Do you want to heavily modify a plan, or are you happy with standard designs? Different builders offer different levels of flexibility.
4
Visit display homes
Nothing beats seeing their work in person. Visit display homes from both builders to compare quality and style firsthand.

Need Help Deciding?

BuildPilot can help you understand which builder might suit your specific situation. We work with both Oakford Homes and Simonds Homes. Our job is to help you make the right choice for you - not push you toward whichever builder pays the most.

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