William H. Levitt

William H. Levitt was a pioneering American real estate developer known for revolutionizing suburban housing in the United States. He co-founded Levitt & Sons and created Levittown, one of the first large-scale, mass-produced suburban communities post-World War II. By standardizing construction and using assembly-line techniques, he significantly lowered housing costs, making homeownership accessible to many returning soldiers and their families. His work helped shape modern suburbia, blending efficiency with community planning, and influenced future residential development nationwide.