Estimated cost to build a house from covered area, floors, finish quality and region, with a breakdown.
How this works
Cost = total covered area x a cost per m² for your region and quality. 2026 mid-market guides: South Asia grey structure about 130 USD/m², standard finish 240, luxury 380. Gulf about 2.5x and UK/US about 8x South Asia. A contingency is added on top.
Questions people ask
How do I use the House Construction Cost Estimator?
Fill in the fields, starting with “Covered area per floor”, “Number of floors” and “Quality”, and change any other options that match your home. The answer, a drawing and practical tips update as you type, and the Copy link button saves your numbers in a link you can share.
Is the House Construction Cost Estimator free?
Yes. The House Construction Cost Estimator is free, with no sign-up, and works on phones, tablets and computers. The results are estimates to help you plan, so check with a qualified professional before structural, electrical, gas or plumbing work.