Thayer Homes is selling two very different houses at once.
One is a 4,549-square-foot home on Rosslare Mews Lane with 5.5 baths, listed at $1,525,000. The other is a 2,257-square-foot home on Conover Road listed at $439,000. Behind both is a husband-and-wife team, Terry and Kristi Thayer, with more than a dozen pre-sale lots coming in three neighborhoods.
That range is useful. A first move-up buyer and a buyer shopping above $1 million can both find something here. This guide covers what the public record shows, where the listings disagree with each other, and what to confirm before you sign.
Who Is Thayer Homes?
Thayer Homes is owned by Terry and Kristi Thayer. Their website says they met in 2005 and began working together in 2006 on residential remodels, then grew into building new homes over the following decade. The site’s search description cites “over 30 years of experience,” but the site does not give a founding year for the company.
The owners the company names
- Terry Thayer, co-owner, started as a carpenter and became a licensed general contractor. The site says he has designed and built homes for more than two decades.
- Kristi Thayer, co-owner, is a Triangle native and a real estate agent with more than 15 years of real estate experience, per her bio. She calls the company an “award winning team,” though the site does not name the awards.
Thayer Homes is listed as a builder member in the 2025 Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake County directory. The directory lists (919) 514-1000. The website shows no main phone line, only a text-message help number, (919) 514-1002, and an inquiry form.
What buyers say
One published review describes crown molding, a tray ceiling in the primary bedroom, upgraded door casings, painted doors, and “the best shower I’ve ever used,” and praises a warranty manager who answered emails “day and night.” Another reviewer says he has sold Thayer more than a dozen properties over the years.
Where Does Thayer Homes Build?
The site lists raleigh, durham, and wake-forest as its areas. Its current and coming homes sit in four places:
- Rosslare, described on the listing pages as Wake Forest: 2417 Rosslare Mews Lane and lots 9 and 24.
- Serenity Reserve, a new neighborhood off Halifax Road in Youngsville, in Franklin County: lots 9, 11, and 19.
- Greenbrook: lots 11, 32, 39, 65, and 68. The site does not say where Greenbrook is.
- Conover Road: 637B and 639B, part of a run of Conover Road homes Thayer has built and sold.
The sold list adds about twenty more addresses, including Rosslare Pond Trail, Hopkins Street, North Elizabeth, Dixon Road, Woodsborough, and three homes on Dover Hills.
What Does Thayer Homes Build?
Thayer builds finished spec homes and sells lots on a pre-sale basis, from compact infill homes to large estate-style houses.
| Buyer question | What the public record shows |
|---|---|
| State contractor license | L.71869 (Thayer Homes, Inc.): Building classification, unlimited license limit, active through Dec. 31, 2027 per the NC Licensing Board for General Contractors, checked Oct. 14, 2026 |
| Owners | Terry Thayer (licensed general contractor) and Kristi Thayer |
| Current pricing | $439,000 to $1,525,000 on move-in-ready homes |
| Home sizes | 2,226 sq ft (Greenbrook lot 68) to 4,549 sq ft (2417 Rosslare Mews) |
| Pre-sale lots | Rosslare, Serenity Reserve, Greenbrook |
| Tools | Virtual walkthroughs and floor plans on most listings |
| Warranty | A warranty manager is mentioned in a client review; terms not published |
Move-in-ready homes
| Home | Beds / baths | Size | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2417 Rosslare Mews Ln. | 4 / 5.5 | 4,549 sq ft | $1,525,000 |
| 637B Conover Rd. | 4 / 3.5 | 2,571 sq ft | $475,000 |
| 639B Conover Rd. | 4 / 2.5 | 2,257 sq ft | $439,000 |
Coming soon and pre-sale
| Lot | Beds / baths | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Rosslare lot 9 | 4 / 5.5 | 4,032 sq ft |
| Rosslare lot 24 | 4 / 4.5 | 3,434 sq ft |
| Serenity lot 9 | 5 / 4.5 | 3,491 sq ft |
| Serenity lot 11 | 5 / 5.5 | 3,798 sq ft |
| Greenbrook lot 39 | 4 / 4.5 | 4,104 sq ft |
| Greenbrook lot 65 | 4 / 5.5 | 4,100 sq ft |
| Greenbrook lot 68 | 4 / 2.5 | 2,226 sq ft |
Prices for the pre-sale lots are not published.
How Does Buying From Thayer Homes Work?
Thayer does not publish a step-by-step process. The site offers two paths:
- Buy a move-in-ready home from the current list.
- Buy a coming-soon or pre-sale home, often with a virtual walkthrough and floor plan available before completion.
A “Looking to build with Thayer Homes?” form suggests the company will also discuss custom work. Ask how much you can change on a pre-sale home, and when selections lock.
What Should You Verify Before Signing With Thayer Homes?
Thayer’s listings are detailed. Some of the details disagree. Our guides to finding a Triangle builder and why the builder’s agent works for the builder explain how to protect yourself.
Know who represents whom
Kristi Thayer is a co-owner and a real estate agent. On a Thayer home, the builder’s side represents the builder. We represent you.
Reconcile the listing details
The site gives different numbers for the same homes. The 2417 Rosslare Mews Lane detail page says 5 bedrooms and gives a Wendell, NC 27591 address, while the list page says 4 bedrooms and the same page describes the location as Wake Forest. Serenity lot 11 shows 5 bedrooms on one page and 4 on another. The Conover Road page references both Durham and Raleigh landmarks. Get the plat, the tax address, the jurisdiction, and the final plan attached to your contract.
Confirm the license and the entity
Match the contracting entity (the HBA directory lists Thayer Homes Inc.) and Terry Thayer’s license number to the North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors.
Get the warranty in writing
A client credits Thayer’s warranty manager, but the terms are not published. Ask for them before you sign and compare with our home-builder warranty guide.
How Does Thayer Homes Compare With Other Options?
| Option | Price level | Changes allowed | Builder access | Best fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thayer move-in-ready | $439K to $1.525M | None | Owners directly | Buyers who need to move soon |
| Thayer pre-sale | Not published | Ask | Owners directly | Buyers who want new and some say in finishes |
| Production builder | Varies | Option lists | Sales office | Buyers who want amenities and a standard process |
| Full custom on your lot | Higher | Full | Builder directly | Buyers with land and a plan |
Who Is a Strong Fit for Thayer Homes?
Thayer fits a buyer who wants a new home from a small, owner-run builder and wants to deal with the owners directly.
The strongest candidates usually:
- want new construction in Wake Forest, Youngsville, or close-in Durham and Raleigh;
- are ready to buy a finished or nearly finished home;
- will compare the listing details with the plat and county records;
- will read the warranty before signing.
It is a weaker fit for buyers who need a fully custom design or published pre-sale pricing.
Final Thoughts About Thayer Homes From Tim Clarke
Terry and Kristi Thayer have built and sold a long list of homes, from Conover Road to Rosslare, and their buyers mention details like painted doors and tray ceilings that you usually pay extra for. A warranty manager who answers email at night is worth something too.
The listings need a careful read. Bedroom counts and addresses change from page to page, so pin down exactly what you are buying before you sign.
I have spent 17+ years in Triangle real estate. Our team builds as well as sells, so we know how to check a plat, a plan, and a pre-sale contract against each other.
If a Thayer home is on your list, call us at (919) 355-8462. We’ll represent you from the first conversation to the final walkthrough.
Sources
- https://thayerhomes.com/
- https://thayerhomes.com/move-in-ready-properties
- https://thayerhomes.com/coming-soon-properties
- https://thayerhomes.com/sold-properties
- https://thayerhomes.com/lot-5-rosslare-neighborhood-1960-405152 (2417 Rosslare Mews Ln)
- https://thayerhomes.com/lot-9-rosslare-neighborhood-8367
- https://thayerhomes.com/lot-11-serenity-reserve-neighborhood
- https://thayerhomes.com/637b-conover-rd-durham-nc-27601
- 2025 HBA Raleigh-Wake County builder-member directory (print)
- https://portal.nclbgc.org/Public/Search (NC Licensing Board for General Contractors, license L.71869)
