Homebuilder Ratings & Reviews

Minto Communities - USA

Northwest Florida

1,862 Homeowner Reviews
Dec 2024 - Jun 2026

Overall Satisfaction

4.6
Customers' overall satisfaction
4.9
Customers' willingness to refer our communities to their friends and family

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Builder Profile

Our story begins in 1955 with a simple belief: that we could build better places to live, work and play, one home and one relationship at a time. Since then, The Minto Group has successfully built a fully-integrated real estate company that can meet the needs of any individual, family, investor or business. We’ve accomplished a lot over the years, and as we continue to celebrate new ventures, milestones, innovations and investments, we’re always looking ahead to what’s possible. Read on to learn more about our journey over the past 60+ years.

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Most Recent 20 Comments From Northwest Florida
Purchase Experience Testimonials from Real Homebuyers

Panama City Beach, FL, on Jun 02, 2026

The quickness of their response to many questions and their helpful attitude

5.0
Verified Homeowner
Panama City Beach, FL, on May 31, 2026

We were most impressed that each home buyer had a dedicated contractor/supervisor to keep us informed of progress. Everyone from beginning to end was very upbeat and had a positive vibe making a fun experience.

5.0
Verified Homeowner
Panama City Beach, FL, on May 31, 2026

The extra fees that were applied to at closing was a big dislike.

5.0
Verified Homeowner
Panama City Beach, FL, on May 30, 2026

Purchasing a home with Minto Communities at [name removed] [name removed] [name removed] was a great experience. . The ultimate reward is an exceptionally built home in a great community which was accomplished. The sales team does a great job at selling the [name removed] Lifestyle and our sales person, [name removed] was great. Prices are very transparent and features are clearly understood upfront. Design center is in need of a major up date but very organized in what they do. Our builder, [name removed], was top notch, honest and kept us up to date. We are absolutely thrilled with our new home in [name removed] [name removed] build by [name removed] and would highly recommend [name removed] and the [name removed] [name removed] community to anyone looking at this lifestyle.

4.5
Verified Homeowner
Panama City Beach, FL, on May 29, 2026

[name removed] IS A GREAT SALESMAN; HE WAS VERY HELPFUL IN FINDING US THE RIGHT LOT FOR US. [name removed] IS A GREAT COMMUNICATOR AND KEPT US UP TO DATE ON THE PROGRESS OF OUR HOME AND IS A REAL STICKLER FOR QUALITY (WHICH IS FANTASTIC!).

5.0
Verified Homeowner
Panama City Beach, FL, on May 29, 2026

We had a highly disappointing experience building with Minto, marked by deceptive lending practices, cheap materials, and poor communication. Before signing, we asked specific questions about the contract addendum and were misled about the incentives being tied to using a Minto "preferred lender". That preferred lender disqualified us—despite finding us well-qualified before we signed. Because of this, two weeks before closing Minto stripped away our $25,000 incentive. We immediately went to our previous mortgage lender, who qualified us without issue. While Minto's business practices might technically be legal, they are deeply unethical. Furthermore, the standard builder-grade materials used in 2026 are shockingly low quality. Bathrooms feature Formica countertops, there is an excessive amount of carpet, and the cabinets are extremely cheap. Compared to a builder-grade home we constructed in 2012 (which included granite countertops in bathrooms and kitchen, engineered wood flooring, and [name removed] wood cabinets), Minto expects buyers to pay massive markups at the design center for low-grade materials to upgrade from the even lower quality builder-grade materials. Communication was also non-existent. Our sales representative, [name removed], completely ignored emails, phone calls, and texts from both me and my lender. He didn't even have the courtesy to speak to me at closing. The sole bright spot was our project manager, [name removed] was wonderful to work with, highly professional, and is truly the only thing Minto got right with our build.

2.3
Verified Homeowner
Panama City Beach, FL, on May 28, 2026

The sales office. They made us feel like they didn’t want or need our business.

4.1
Verified Homeowner
Panama City Beach, FL, on May 24, 2026

Working with everyone along the journey from purchasing to closing was great. I was very disappointed that there was a hole in my roof that left a significant amount of water sitting on my den floor

5.0
Verified Homeowner
Panama City Beach, FL, on May 21, 2026

Not being able to be there to keep an eye on structural building

3.9
Verified Homeowner
Panama City Beach, FL, on May 18, 2026

My representative [name removed] was awesome! She quickly addressed any concerns i had and went above and beyond,! She updated me throught the construction process and answered all my questions. You should be very proud to have this lady on your team!

4.8
Verified Homeowner
Panama City Beach, FL, on May 17, 2026

Every aspect was well done and our builder ([name removed]) was top notch. We have never built a new house before and you all made it very easy for us. We are extremely happy.

4.7
Verified Homeowner
Panama City Beach, FL, on May 15, 2026

We enjoyed being updated regularly. We reach out with any concerns we had and they were addressed. We enjoyed getting weekly pics of the progress of our home. The interaction was impressive.

5.0
Verified Homeowner
Panama City Beach, FL, on May 14, 2026

It is impossible to pinpoint one item that we’ve loved. From working with [name removed] in Sales, to [name removed]—the builder—to [name removed] our master care person, all the front desk help in the Sales office, & [name removed] in design, we’ve [name removed], extremely satisfied and happy!! Our dislike? The breaker boxes flat out suck. The team of people we mentioned—-and more of them we failed to note— are amazing and [name removed] should double their salaries! ??.

5.0
Verified Homeowner
Panama City Beach, FL, on May 08, 2026

[name removed] our builder was fantastic! I even caught her picking up trash in our back yard that had migrated over from construction next door. She was and is always responsive to our calls and texts. We were blessed to have her as our builder. [name removed], our realtor was upfront and honest with us which left no room for nasty surprises. She was responsive to calls and texts making us feel comfortable throughout the process. [name removed], from the design center was and is helping me put my dream home together as well as saving my sanity! We could not have had such a pleasant experience buying our home without the care that these three have shown.

5.0
Verified Homeowner
Panama City Beach, FL, on May 06, 2026

Disliked Mento switching my builder mid-stream.

5.0
Verified Homeowner
Panama City Beach, FL, on May 06, 2026

Everybody is straight up, nice and friendly.

5.0
Verified Homeowner
Panama City Beach, FL, on May 06, 2026

[name removed] was the best. Gave us weekly updates and some times twice a week. He constantly communicated with us and was always there to answer questions. After the build was complete he has still been there to answer questions. The very best customer service.

5.0
Verified Homeowner
Panama City Beach, FL, on May 06, 2026

Overall everyone had been extremely helpful during the entire process. From the front greeters to the closing process! After moving-KEN has checked in frequently with us to ensure any issues or concerns are addressed! Our sales person [name removed] has been a great resource extending herself for guidance thru out this process! Answering questions while she off work! Thank you!

5.0
Verified Homeowner
Panama City Beach, FL, on May 01, 2026

I totally appreciate the way [name removed] handled everything , keeping us informed on the progress and answering any and all questions we had . We couldn’t be more grateful and pleased with everything [name removed] did for us in the whole process.

4.8
Verified Homeowner
Panama City Beach, FL, on May 01, 2026

Working with our builder [name removed]. He’s super knowledgeable, informative and extremely professional!!

5.0
Verified Homeowner