The homebuilding operations of Utah’s Candlelight Homes, based in South Jordan, have been purchased by CalAtlantic Homes. The acquisition includes 2,500 homesites in 19 communities, 10 of which are actively selling. The balance of the communities are expected to open in 2019.
In connection with the acquisition, CalAtlantic said it has extended offers of employment to all employees of Candlelight Homes who were engaged in the company’s homebuilding business. Zelman Partners served as exclusive investment banker to Candlelight Homes. CalAtlantic is based in Arlington, Virginia.
“Candlelight Homes has built a reputation for offering innovative, beautiful home designs in locations where discerning homebuyers want to live,” said Dave Prolo, Utah Division president for CalAtlantic Homes. “This acquisition provides CalAtlantic with a diverse portfolio of homesites, which accommodate homes ranging from 1,100 to 4,000 square feet located throughout northern Utah County, Salt Lake County and southern Davis County. This exciting acquisition aligns with CalAtlantic’s commitment to provide exceptional homeownership opportunities to buyers across the home buying spectrum.”
“Utah’s strong economy offers a tremendous opportunity for CalAtlantic to expand upon the success Candlelight Homes has already achieved in the Salt Lake City market,” said Joe Salisbury, partner in Candlelight Homes. “We are confident CalAtlantic’s core values and resources will enhance the value and expand opportunities available to Utah homebuyers.”
CalAtlantic Group Inc. is one of the nation’s largest homebuilders and offers homes from entry level to luxury in 43 metropolitan areas in 19 states.
Candlelight Homes is one of the largest privately held homebuilders in Utah and offers a diverse range of single-family and townhome options. Founded in 2009, Candlelight employs about 80 in its homebuilding operations.