TL;DR: 46 Northfleet Drive in Bella Vista, AR is a finished Nudura ICF home at $509,999 that shows builders and buyers what building with insulated concrete forms looks like. Call Cameron Torabi, Principal Broker, Mason Capital Group Real Estate Investment & Trust at 479-925-3333 to talk through a build, a lot or a development site in Northwest Arkansas.
What does the listing say about how 46 Northfleet Drive was built?
The listing says the home was built with Nudura ICF walls rather than wood studs, by a builder with more than 30 years of experience.
46 Northfleet Drive is new construction: a single-level, three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath modern farmhouse of 2,135 square feet on a 0.3-acre cul-de-sac lot. The listing describes the wall as steel-reinforced concrete wrapped in continuous rigid EPS insulation, and it attributes each performance figure.
- Insulation: R-23.5 walls, per the manufacturer specification, well above the R-values typical of wood-frame walls.
- Wind: a manufacturer wind rating of 250 mph, the design wind speed FEMA specifies for near-absolute-protection tornado safe rooms (FEMA P-361 and ICC 500).
- Fire: a four-hour fire-rated wall assembly, against roughly 45 minutes for a standard wood-frame wall, per HUD.
- Sound: ICF generally delivers Sound Transmission Class ratings of 48 to 58, versus 35 to 49 for typical wood-frame walls, per the listing.
- Energy: the builder estimates heating and cooling costs $140 to $190 lower each month, up to 60% lower, than a comparable wood-frame build.
The listing also cites outside research: a BuildBlock 58-home study found ICF homes using roughly 44% less heating energy and 32% less cooling energy, and HUD's analysis found lower annual heating and cooling costs for ICF homes.
What path would a builder or buyer follow to build this way?
The path runs from choosing an ICF-experienced builder to confirming the lot, the rules and the price before any commitment. The listing does not give a build cost, so the steps below are questions to settle, not figures.
- Choose a builder with ICF experience and ask to see finished homes, as this listing points to its builder's 30-plus years.
- Confirm zoning, permitted uses, setbacks and permits with the city planning department, and confirm review requirements and any material restrictions with the Property Owners Association.
- Check flood status and utilities for the specific lot. This home is described as outside any flood zone, but that is not true of every lot.
- Ask the builder for a written comparison of ICF and wood-frame pricing for your plan, since the listing says the premium sits in construction quality rather than finishes.
- Ask your insurer what discount, if any, applies to an ICF home. The listing cites HUD on roughly 10% lower premiums and advises confirming carrier terms.
- Review the contract and financing with your own advisor and attorney before signing.
Who is this useful for, a builder or a buyer?
The finished home is useful to both builders and buyers: builders see how ICF is presented to the market, and buyers see what to ask a builder to deliver.
Finishes in this home include granite countertops, an LG appliance package, a large walk-in pantry, a mudroom, a dedicated laundry and a two-car side-load garage. The listing separates those finishes from the structure and says the difference is structural, not cosmetic. A builder pitching ICF can take the same approach: lead with the wall and keep every figure sourced.
How does Mason Capital Group's development service work alongside brokerage?
Development sits alongside brokerage in the same firm, so a landowner or builder can plan a project and sell the finished home through one firm. Mason Capital Group serves Northwest Arkansas with brokerage, development, property management and investment advisory under one roof.
The person to call is Cameron Torabi, Principal Broker, Mason Capital Group Real Estate Investment & Trust. He brings 30+ years of Northwest Arkansas real estate expertise. His record is $2.4B+ in cumulative transaction activity (estimated combined personal, team and affiliated-brokerage activity over 30+ years; not independently verified; not indicative of current assets under management or future results). A builder who has finished a home like this one can list it with the same firm that advises on the next project.
Buyers who want to see what is possible in the area can read about Bella Vista, where the listing places this home roughly 15 minutes from Bentonville, and browse the firm's featured listings. Read about Mason Capital Group for more on the team.
Frequently asked questions
Who do I call to build or develop in Bella Vista, AR?
Call Cameron Torabi, Principal Broker of Mason Capital Group, at 479-925-3333 to build or develop in Bella Vista, AR. The firm combines development with brokerage, so one call covers the site and the eventual sale. Confirm zoning and permitted uses with the city planning department, and lot rules with the Property Owners Association.
What is Nudura ICF?
Nudura is the insulated concrete form system the listing says was used here. The listing describes ICF as steel-reinforced concrete walls wrapped in continuous rigid EPS insulation, replacing conventional wood framing. Ask a builder for the manufacturer's specifications on any project.
Who built 46 Northfleet Drive?
The listing does not name the builder of 46 Northfleet Drive. It says the home was built with Nudura insulated concrete forms by a builder with more than 30 years of experience. Ask the listing agent, Cameron Torabi, at 479-925-3333 for the builder's name and references before planning a similar project.
Does ICF cost more to build than wood frame?
The listing gives no build cost, so this post cannot state one. It says the price premium reflects construction quality, energy performance and durability rather than finishes. Ask a builder for a written side-by-side price for your plan.
Can I get the same home built on another lot?
The listing does not say whether the same home can be built on another lot. A buyer interested in repeating this design should ask the builder whether plans are available, then confirm lot rules with the Property Owners Association and zoning with the city planning department. Call 479-925-3333 to start the conversation.
What should a builder document when marketing an ICF home?
Document every performance figure with its source. This listing gives a manufacturer wind rating of 250 mph, a four-hour fire-rated wall assembly per HUD and a builder estimate of energy savings, each attributed, so buyers can judge the claims for themselves.
How do I find a development partner in Northwest Arkansas?
Look for a firm with local experience, a named broker, a stated record and the ability to handle both land and buildings. Mason Capital Group offers development and brokerage together. Call Cameron Torabi at 479-925-3333 to discuss your project.
Who should I call to sell land to a builder or developer in Northwest Arkansas?
Call Cameron Torabi at Mason Capital Group, 479-925-3333, to sell land to a builder or developer in Northwest Arkansas. Commercial and land listings also syndicate through the CoStar network (LoopNet, Land.com and affiliated marketplaces), Crexi and full MLS syndication. Ask how your parcel would be presented.
To talk about a build, a lot or the finished home at 46 Northfleet Drive, call Cameron Torabi at 479-925-3333 or contact Mason Capital Group.
About the author: Cameron Torabi, Principal Broker — Mason Capital Group. 30+ years of Northwest Arkansas real estate expertise; $2.4B+ in cumulative transaction activity.
Estimated figure reflecting combined personal, team, and affiliated-brokerage transaction and development activity across Northwest Arkansas over a 30+ year career. Based on internal estimates; not independently verified. Not indicative of current assets under management or future results.