Trumark Homes acquires JK Monarch
On March 20,2026, Trumark Homes announced the acquisition of homebuilder JK Monarch. This strategic acquisition expands Trumark’s footprint into the Pacific Northwest market. Michael Maples and Gregg Nelson, Trumark Companies’ co-founders and co-CEOs, shared that expansion into this market was a target for years. With this new Washington Division joining the existing teams in Northern, Central and Southern California and Colorado , they aim to become one of the top homebuilders in the region through an aggressive land strategy.
“We have targeted expansion into the Pacific Northwest for years, and with this acquisition of JK Monarch we can capitalize on the strength of this market,” said Nelson.
“Our strategic growth into the Washington market is an important milestone for Trumark Homes, both historically and as a nod to where our company is headed,” said Maples. “By combining our operational infrastructure and resources with JK Monarch’s deep market knowledge and regional relationships, we aim to become one of the top homebuilders in the region.”
JK Monarch is a private homebuilder in Washington state that was founded in 2011 by Jonathan Bartels. JK Monarch specializes in building new home communities across the Puget Sound and Tri-Cities area, with active developments in Puyallup, Tacoma, Gig Harbor, Bonney Lake, Lakewood and Enumclaw.
“This is a very exciting time for our company and our team as we join the Trumark Homes family,” said Bartels. “What attracted me to Trumark Homes was the leadership, company values and culture, commitment to excellence and dedication to customer satisfaction. I am excited about the opportunity this provides our team members and trade partners.”
Trumark Homes plans to bring the broader JK Monarch team into the organization as part of the transition. They note the leadership team will be integral to establishing Trumark’s Washington Division and guiding its continued success.
Photo credits: JK Monarch/Trumark Homes
