How Much Does It Cost To Build A Single Family House?

$296,473

(2,500 sq. ft. house)
Discover the costs in your city
Get your job done in 3 easy steps
1
Howmuch.net finds the best top-rated contractors in your area
2
Contractors give you free customized estimates
3
Compare estimates & hire the contractor that will best fit your needs

Build Single Family House Costs

Cost Guides      Custom Home Builders      Build Single Family House Costs

The national average for new home construction is about $125 per square foot. Keep in mind that many subcontractors charge hourly rates. Painters charge $25-$30 per hour, while electricians can charge as much as $85 per hour.

Another factor that will impact your cost to build a single-family house is the quality of furnishings that you choose. A basic 2,000 square foot house with simple furnishings will be much cheaper to build than a 3,000 square foot luxury home with all of the best furnishings.

Build a single-family house: 2,500 square feet, mid-range materials, basic foundation, full basement, appliances, and complete finishing.

Item Cost
Materials $146,454
Labor $144,819
Machine Costs $5,200
Total Cost $296,473

 

Within these costs, there are a number of different expenses that you will incur. Primarily, you will need to pay an architect and a contractor to design and oversee the construction of your home. Make sure that you aren’t paying your designer more than 10-17 percent of the total budget.

Other considerations and costs

  • This cost estimate is based on a basic four square home design. If a more customized design or style is desired, the costs for construction will be much higher.
  • All subcontractors charge different rates for labor. Make sure that you are aware of the costs upfront and that their estimate includes their labor costs.
  • If you choose to add premium construction details or higher-end fixtures and appliances, your materials cost will increase. Labor costs may also increase depending on the difficulty of installation.

Check out our guide if you need a loan for your home improvement project.

DIY considerations

  • Building a single-family house is never something that can truly be a full DIY project. While there are some aspects of home building that the average home handyperson can handle, you need a contractor and a team of subcontractors to handle all of the various tasks.

References

  • Craftsman Estimator Costbook, complete series year 2019.
  • Latest prices found on Home Depot and other vendor Web sites.
  • Literature review of DIY and arborist Web sites.
How much does it cost to build a single family house in your city?
Enter your zip code to get estimates

Cost by city

(2,500 sq. ft. house)
  • New York, NY$476,246
  • Bronx, NY$391,348
  • Brooklyn, NY$326,169
  • Philadelphia, PA$406,904
  • Washington, DC$353,091
  • Atlanta, GA$319,458
  • Miami, FL$290,546
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL$304,349
  • Minneapolis, MN$357,037
  • Chicago, IL$415,989
  • Houston, TX$429,068
  • San Antonio, TX$288,022
  • Austin, TX$326,128
  • Denver, CO$275,548
  • Phoenix, AZ$290,717
  • Las Vegas, NV$319,079
  • Los Angeles, CA$359,526
  • San Diego, CA$326,253
  • San Jose, CA$394,077
  • Seattle, WA$288,509

Local costs have been calculated by accounting for labor and material cost differences across different cities. To get accurate cost estimates, indicate yours:

Related cost guides

  • Home Addition Costs
  • Apartment Building Costs
  • Build Duplex Costs
  • Build Ranch House
  • Build Condominium Costs
  • Build Townhouse Costs
  • Build Hotel Costs
  • Build Loft Costs
Home The Economy Business Real Estate Personal Finance Cryptocurrencies Cost Guides About Us