A Builder With Deep Roots

Stone Bridge Homes NW was founded in 2006 by Kelly Ritz, an environmental attorney who saw an opportunity to build homes differently — homes that were beautiful, functional, and built with a genuine commitment to quality, sustainability, and the people who would live in them.

What started with a passion for housing and land has grown into one of Oregon’s most respected semi-custom home building companies, with communities across the Portland Metro and Central Oregon. Nearly two decades later, Stone Bridge remains a family-run, locally rooted builder — not a national corporation, not a franchise. We’re your neighbors, and we build homes in the communities where we live.

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Meet Kelly Ritz, President

Kelly Ritz brings a background unlike most builders. After earning degrees in political science and English literature, she attended law school and practiced environmental law before transitioning into the home building industry. She spent years working in land acquisition, entitlements, development, and construction before founding Stone Bridge Homes NW.

That breadth of experience — from environmental law to land development to home design — is rare in the industry, and it shows in every home Stone Bridge builds. Kelly’s environmental background is the foundation of Stone Bridge’s commitment to Earth Advantage certification. Her legal expertise ensures a transparent, well-managed building process. And her genuine passion for housing drives the company’s client-first culture.

“Housing is exciting and interesting. You’re building something — you’re providing places to live, lifestyle for people. That’s what I love about this industry. — Kelly Ritz, President

Kelly has served on the Oregon Home Builders Association board and has been recognized with the 2024 HBA Lifetime Achievement Award, the 2018 Portland Business Journal Executive of the Year, the 2016 Women of Influence Award in the Entrepreneurs category, and the 2017 HBA Builder of the Year.

Our Team

One of Stone Bridge’s greatest strengths is the people behind the homes. Many of our team members have been with the company for over two decades — from design and sales to construction and warranty. That kind of tenure is rare in home building, and it means the person guiding you through the process truly knows the company, the communities, and the craft.

Our team includes dedicated sales associates, an in-house design team at the Design Studio, experienced construction managers, and a responsive warranty and customer care team. When you work with Stone Bridge, you work with the same people from your first conversation through move-in day and beyond.

What We Build

Every Stone Bridge home is semi-custom, meaning you start with a proven, expertly designed floor plan and personalize it to fit your life. Traditional, ranch, multi-generational, and resort-style plans are available across our Portland Metro and Central Oregon communities. And every home earns Earth Advantage certification for energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and durability.

We offer homes in established communities from Wilsonville to Forest Grove in the Portland Metro, and from Bend to Powell Butte in Central Oregon — including resort communities like Caldera Springs and Brasada Ranch. Move-in-ready homes and build-to-order options are both available.

What Sets Stone Bridge Apart

Portland has no shortage of home builders. Here’s why families keep choosing Stone Bridge Homes NW:

Semi-Custom Flexibility

Your style, your way — within a proven framework. Personalize finishes, layouts, and features with guidance from our design team. No cookie-cutter homes.

Earth Advantage Certified

Every home meets third-party verified standards for energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and durability. Lower bills, healthier air, and a home built to last.

Eight 2025 COBA Tour of Homes awards, including Best Value (three wins), Best Kitchen, Best Master Suite, Best Landscaping, Best Architectural Design, and Best Feature. HBA Builder of the Year 2017.

Local and Family-Run

We’re not a national production builder. Led by President Kelly Ritz — an environmental attorney turned home builder with over 30 years in the industry — our team has deep roots in the Portland Metro. Many of our people have been with the company for over 25 years.

The Make It Right Promise

Our commitment doesn’t end at closing. Warranty support, responsive service, and a genuine promise to stand behind every home.

Our Promise

At Stone Bridge, we call it the Make It Right promise. It’s simple: we stand behind every home we build. That means responsive warranty support, clear communication, and a genuine commitment to your satisfaction — not just at closing, but for the life of your home. It’s the standard Kelly set when she founded the company, and it’s the standard we hold ourselves to every day.

“If you’re a small, nimble company, you perform better than some big ones. I’m very proud when we can pull together and solve problems that others can’t.” — Kelly Ritz

2026

Best Architectural Design | $1,849,000 - $2,000,000

COBA Tour of Homes

2026

Best Architectural Design | $674,000 - $725,000

COBA Tour of Homes

2026

Best Feature (Natural Light and Views) | $1,849,000 - $2,000,000

COBA Tour of Homes

2026

Best Interior | $674,000 - $725,000

COBA Tour of Homes

2026

Best Kitchen | $674,000 - $725,000

COBA Tour of Homes

2026

Best of Show | $674,000 - $725,000

COBA Tour of Homes

2026

Best Primary Suite | $674,000 - $725,000

COBA Tour of Homes

2026

Best Value | $1,849,000 - $2,000,000

COBA Tour of Homes

2026

Best Value | $674,000 - $725,000

COBA Tour of Homes

2026

Construction Manager of the Year - Robert Engel

Earth Advantage

2026

Hall of Fame- Central Oregon

Earth Advantage

2026

Hall of Fame- Portland

Earth Advantage

2026

Most Gold Homes - Central Oregon

Earth Advantage

2026

Most Gold Homes - Portland

Earth Advantage

2026

Project of the Year Finalist - Ridgecrest at Frog Pond

Earth Advantage

2025

Best Architectural Design

COBA Tour of Homes

2025

Best Feature (Upstairs Living with Laundry)

COBA Tour of Homes

2025

Best Kitchen

COBA Tour of Homes

What Our Homeowners Say

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Mary J | Autumn Sunrise

I chose Stone Bridge Homes for the construction of my new home in Oregon because of their reputation for building homes of exceptional quality. You can see the quality in the workmanship both inside and outside of their homes. Standard with their homes are details one would expect to find in an upscale, custom home. From lot selection to construction options to design components, I found the Stone Bridge representatives were always transparent with me about plan changes and the wide selection of design options available. 

Janet S | Frog Pond Ridge

We've been in our new Stone Bridge home for about six weeks now, long enough to be able to reflect both on the process and the end result. We'd never built a home before, but the changing needs of our multigenerational family started us down this road. We were very happily surprised with the number of options and customizations available to us through Stone Bridge, and the process that we entered into with tno small amount of repidation turned out to be one that was actually fun and enjoyable. 

Laila 

I wanted to take a moment to share what a pleasure it has been working with Erin from Home Warranty after purchasing our Northwest Stone Bridge home at Stevens Ranch. Even with a brand-new home, there are always a few touch-ups and small items that need attention. Erin made the entire process incredibly smooth and seamless from start to finish. She was consistently professional, prompt, thorough, and extremely personable throughout every interaction. Her communication and dedication to ensuring everything was handled properly truly stood out and made the experience stress-free. We sincerely appreciate all of her help and outstanding customer service.

 
 

Heidi L | Frog Pond Terrace

Our experience with Stone Bridge has been excellent. Communication is always there and answered timely. The home is well built with all the upgrades and changes we requested. So impressed that when we drove by and the team was pouring the foundation they shouted that they work for the best and they took such pride in their work. We feel we got a quality build with attention to detail from the ground up. Thank you!

Andrew | Frog Pond Vista

It was a pleasure working with Stone Bridge. You were extremely professional and knowledgeable. I will for sure recommend Stone Bridge to future friends, family, and colleagues.

Mike | Arlington Heights

Stone Bridge gave us the flexibility we were looking for. We didn’t want a cookie-cutter home, and with Stone Bridge, we could make the home our own.

Matt | Autumn View

We’ve been extremely satisfied with the quality, craftsmanship, and service. The floor plan was perfect for our growing family.

Bridge and Ryan | Reed's Crossing

My wife Bridge and I wanted to send our heartfelt thanks and gratitude to you for our wonderful Stone Bridge home in Reed’s Crossing. We have been here almost 5-years now and our home is just perfect. We’re so grateful that we had the opportunity to purchase it, and that your company was so accommodating to us.

Robert L | Autumn Sunrise

A change in address and walking into your new home should be a joyful moment. This is what we have experienced in our last 3 moves in the past 27 years. All our previous homes were built by Stone Bridge. Happiness is when you see what you designed. What your vision is. Stone Bridge has built a Palace for me and my family. They took the input from us and our son and built it to OUR specifications. I wanted a sink in my office where I could brew coffee my way. My wife wanted a second island in HER custom kitchen. 

Marcella M | Frog Pond Ridge

5 Stars across the board - from the quality of home, sales team, and support after closing, Stone Bridge Homes has more then exceeded our expectations. As a Realtor who has sold numerous new construction homes, I can confidently say this experience was not the norm, but I know it's the norm for Stone Bridge. Travis and team in the sales office at Frog Pond couldn't have been more on top of the process, answering all of our questions and meeting our concerns with nothing but grace and solution. My family is honored to own a Stone Bridge home for years to come.

Matt S | Autumn View

I'm happy to share how pleased my wife and I are with our Stone Bridge Home. This is the first house we've purchased and have been extremely satisfied with the quality, craftsmanship and service. Of all the homes we considered, our Stone Bridge home provided the best floor plan to meet the needs of our growing family. We've appreciated the detail and thought put into the design and have felt right at home since day one. For those looking to invest in a new home, we strongly recommend Stone Bridge Homes NW and the phenomenal staff who ensure your satisfaction.

Rama K | Abbey Woods Terrace

Exceptional Home Buying Experience!

From the initial consultation to the closing day, the entire process was smooth. The team was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and attentive to my needs. They guided me through every step of the process, answering all of my questions and addressing any concerns promptly. I felt supported and well-informed throughout the entire journey. Thanks to their expertise, I found the perfect home for our needs. I highly recommend Stone Bridge Homes NW to anyone in the market for a new home!

Patrick W | Evergreen Gardens

Our 90 day warranty list looks to be done and I wanted to take an opportunity to provide some positive feedback for Scott. In this line of work, I'm certain it can be a thankless job at times as many customers want items to be done "instantly". I understand these things take time and especially contractors have to schedule warranty work amidst the construction projects that are going on as well. 

Phillip and Claudia | The Parks at Forest Grove

Upon living in our home for a year, we are happy we chose Stone Bridge for a variety of reasons. The choice in design and a variety of features of the home as well as the quality of construction. The 90 day warranty was really a great asset. The one-year warranty satisfied those small details that affords confidence in Stone Bridge. At a phone call, Scott and Misty addressed any concerns that emerged. In every interaction, they have been pleasant, helpful, and responsive. The people working for Stone Bridge are respectful, helpful, and professional in every interaction.