{"id":5346,"date":"2026-05-13T20:54:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-13T18:54:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/stocks-future.com\/?guid=ddbb55442fe0880f09561fa3ba91a952"},"modified":"2026-05-13T20:54:00","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T18:54:00","slug":"from-startup-to-national-homebuilder-epcon-communities-celebrates-40-years","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/?p=5346","title":{"rendered":"From Startup to National Homebuilder: Epcon Communities Celebrates 40 Years"},"content":{"rendered":"

DUBLIN, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Epcon Communities is celebrating a major milestone in 2026 as the company marks 40 years of building homes, neighborhoods and lifestyles for homebuyers across the country.<\/p><\/a><\/a>

\nFounded in suburban Columbus in January 1986 by entrepreneurs Phil Fankhauser and Ed Bacome, Epcon began with a simple idea: create affordable, thoughtfully designed single-level homes that serve the needs of homebuyers, particularly those seeking a low-maintenance community without sacrificing quality or style. At the time, those needs were largely overlooked by traditional homebuilders.<\/p>

\n\u201cWe believed we had a strong concept,\u201d Bacome said. \u201cBut in those early days, we couldn\u2019t have imagined how far it would grow.\u201d<\/p>

\nWhat began as a small homebuilding operation in central Ohio has since evolved into a nationally recognized builder and developer known for its signature courtyard-style homes and vibrant, low-maintenance communities.<\/p>

\n\u201cOur success over the past four decades didn\u2019t happen by accident,\u201d Fankhauser said. \u201cEvery year, we learned from our customers and applied that learning to our business. I believe we provide the best homes in low-maintenance communities in America.\u201d<\/p>

\nEpcon\u2019s first community, Deer Run in central Ohio, helped introduce a new approach to residential living \u2014 single-story homes designed with open floor plans and shared outdoor spaces that encourage connection among neighbors while preserving personal privacy. Over time, that distinctive concept helped popularize courtyard-style living for homebuyers and became a hallmark of the Epcon brand.<\/p>

\nDuring the past four decades, the company has grown steadily beyond its Columbus roots. Today, Epcon operates in six markets: Indianapolis, Nashville, Atlanta, Raleigh and Charlotte as well as central Ohio. The company has also expanded its reach through a franchise division launched in 1995, with independent franchise homebuilders in markets across the country.<\/p>

\nTogether, Epcon and its network of 66 franchisees have developed more than 450 communities in 28 states, delivering homes designed to support engaged lifestyles.<\/p>

\n\u201cFrom the beginning, Epcon\u2019s focus has been on creating homes and communities that help people live the lives they want,\u201d said Joel Rhoades, CEO of Epcon Communities. \u201cThat means thoughtful design, welcoming neighborhoods and a commitment to delivering one remarkable experience for our homeowners.\u201d<\/p>

\nLast year, in anticipation of the company\u2019s 40th anniversary, Epcon\u2019s founders and leadership team launched the Epcon Communities CARES Foundation<\/a>. Supported by a $1 million commitment, the Foundation formalizes the company\u2019s long-standing philanthropic efforts, focusing on six areas of impact: cancer care and research, pediatric care, military and first responders, animal welfare, disaster relief, and hunger and homelessness.<\/p>

\nAs Epcon enters its fifth decade, company leaders say the mission that guided its founding remains unchanged.<\/p>

\n\u201cFor 40 years, our goal has been to build more than homes. We build communities and lifestyles,\u201d Rhoades said. \u201cWe\u2019re proud of the legacy we\u2019ve created and excited about the opportunities ahead as we continue to grow and serve homeowners across the country.\u201d<\/p>

\nFor more information, visit www.epconcommunities.com<\/a>.<\/p> Contacts<\/b>

\nMedia Contact:<\/b>Lindsey Shapiro\nWerth PR\n614-222-0168\nlshapiro@werthpr.com<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

DUBLIN, Ohio–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Epcon Communities is celebrating a major milestone in 2026 as the company marks 40 years of building homes, neighborhoods and lifestyles for homebuyers across the country.
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