<b>4 must-see homes south of Dayton</b>

The ideal way to start the search for your dream home is to take in the diversity of this year's offering of select new homes. Four such examples can be found south of Dayton during the Parade of Homes, where the entries give a wonderful glimpse into the possibilities a home can offer. You'll see the best in appliances, flooring, window treatments, cabinetry and luxury features. Go see!

3401 Greycliff Trail, Franklin

(Pictured above) Located in Franklin Township but within the boundaries of the Springboro Community Schools district, this beautiful new model home by Inverness Homes in the Trails of Greycliff neighborhood features an exterior of brick, stone and beaded siding. Inside the 2,500-square-foot ranch design are four bedrooms plus a loft, and three baths. The superb gourmet kitchen is complemented by a morning room. Arched openings throughout, along with a stone gas fireplace, add architectural interest. The owner's suite is highlighted by a deluxe master shower with a double-sink vanity. A full basement adds possibilities. The home is priced at $329,855.

3549 Catalpa View Way, Bellbrook

The drama of a spacious great room with a floor-to-ceiling gas stone fireplace is one of the highlights of this gorgeous three-bedroom, two-bath home, built by Inverness Homes in The Landings at Sugarcreek subdivision. When friends and family aren’t in the great room, they’ll flock to the open kitchen – with an oversized island – that is adjacent to a beautiful formal dining room and morning room. For the owner, there is a suite featuring a tray ceiling, deluxe shower bath, double-sink vanity and large walk-in closet. The home is priced at $413,000.

625 Grand Wood Court, Springboro

The “Maderia” design by HBS Development in the Country Brook subdivision can be described as classic and modern, but with a different twist. The brand-new, decorated model combines functionality with livability. Its highlights include large, open rooms; unique ceiling treatments; spectacular windows; and great built-ins. The floor plan offers the flexibility of either four or five bedrooms. The gourmet eat-in kitchen showcases a large island bar that is sure to be a popular spot. Intriguing features of the home include a safe room, a custom-stained study with French doors, and a fully finished basement with a bar. For enjoyment of the outdoors, there is a covered porch.

629 Grand Wood Court, Springboro

This beautiful 6,000-square-foot ranch home, priced at $879,000, features a wide open floor plan complete with a custom, Amish-built kitchen, 13-foot ceilings and a luxury master bath. Indoors and outdoors, there are numerous places for entertaining. Those spaces include a large covered deck and a true entertainer’s basement with a large bar and full theater room. While this home is found in the Country Brook subdivision, its builder, South Dayton Builders, offers many different floor plans for additional homes starting at $400,000.

Everyone loves a parade, especially when it's the Home Builders Association of Dayton's Parade of HomesThe 2016 Parade of Homes showcases 13 beautiful new homes and communities throughout the Miami Valley. The parade homes are open from 1 to 5 p.m. on Dec. 10 and 11. To start your visit, go online to HBADayton.com for more details. No matter what your budget, your dream home is just a parade away – and it's all free from the Home Builders Association of Dayton.