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Whats the going rate per sq foot for building a new house?
Posted on 10/26/10 at 2:34 pm
Posted on 10/26/10 at 2:34 pm
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Posted on 10/26/10 at 2:53 pm to Bovina20
depends on the neighborhood
Posted on 10/26/10 at 2:57 pm to Bovina20
In Phoenix right now it's definitely sub-$35 and I've seen sub-$30.
Posted on 10/26/10 at 3:07 pm to Bovina20
There was a rather lengthy debate on this subject in the last two months on here if you can find it. Lots of variations to the answers.
Some guy who had his buddy build him a spec house in the country where there is little to no zoning(oversight) will tell you that if you spend more than $80 sf, you are getting ripped off.
Some guy who had his buddy build him a spec house in the country where there is little to no zoning(oversight) will tell you that if you spend more than $80 sf, you are getting ripped off.
Posted on 10/26/10 at 3:18 pm to Tiger JJ
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In Phoenix right now it's definitely sub-$35
Link?
Posted on 10/26/10 at 3:21 pm to 1p56
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In Phoenix right now it's definitely sub-$35
Link?
NEW construction? Damn!!!
Posted on 10/26/10 at 3:26 pm to Y.A. Tittle
Yeah, I know. And if they are putting up a model on the quick, they can do it in like 4 days!
Posted on 10/26/10 at 3:51 pm to 1p56
quote:
Link?
I don't have a link, I'm just talking from direct, current experience. And that's obviously just sticks and bricks - doesn't include the lot, taxes, fees and even some upgrades.
For higher end stuff, I've seen really very nice product in North Scottsdale being built for $80/ft.
LINK
Posted on 10/26/10 at 3:57 pm to Tiger JJ
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For higher end stuff, I've seen really very nice product in North Scottsdale being built for $80/ft.
I could see that...
Posted on 10/26/10 at 3:58 pm to 1p56
I mean, I was staggered by how nice it was for that cost.
Posted on 10/26/10 at 4:14 pm to Tiger JJ
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Yeah, I know.
Ok, I'll start, you all finish... (ie, I'll fill in a few blanks and you fill in the rest)
2000 sf 3BR/2BA house @ $35/sf = $70,000.00 to build.
Lot prep:
Slab form/pour: $7500.00
Driveway:
Framing:
Roof (4/12 pitch, shingles, 26 squares): $3900.00
Exterior (brick front/vinyl else):
Windows:
Exterior Doors:
Interior Doors:
Garage Door:
HVAC: $5000.00
Plumbing:
Electrical:
Insulation:
Drywall:
Base and trim:
Cabinets (incl hardware):
Bath vanities:
Door hardware:
Lights/fart fans:
Painting:
Flooring: $6000.00
Phone/data/catv:
Builders risk:
Gen Liab / Workers comp:
Permits:
TOTAL:
For now, let's go with ZERO OH&P other than insurance required to build.
Posted on 10/26/10 at 4:15 pm to 1p56
What do you want to know?
Posted on 10/26/10 at 4:19 pm to Tiger JJ
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What do you want to know?
I just want to fill it all in and see if we can build a house for $35/sf. I just don't want to do all the work.
Posted on 10/26/10 at 4:21 pm to 1p56
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I just want to fill it all in and see if we can build a house for $35/sf. I just don't want to do all the work.
I was talking about large builders - mostly the publics -able to do it with that scale.
Posted on 10/26/10 at 4:28 pm to TheHiddenFlask
Yes, you did. Research the standards at CCLA. What sort of requirements do they have for building houses? You can meet all of the requirements of a CCLA home and have widely different costs per square foot.
What you should have said was "depends on the finish."
What you should have said was "depends on the finish."
Posted on 10/26/10 at 5:11 pm to 1p56
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Ok, I'll start, you all finish... (ie, I'll fill in a few blanks and you fill in the rest)
I would say a modest 2 bath would be about 10,000 including tubs, shower, h20 heater, and fixtures. I have heard of some plumbers going below 8,000
Posted on 10/26/10 at 9:32 pm to Bovina20
Why build? Tons out there to buy.
Posted on 10/26/10 at 9:35 pm to 1p56
quote:
Lot prep:
Slab form/pour: $7500.00
Driveway:
Framing:
Roof (4/12 pitch, shingles, 26 squares): $3900.00
Exterior (brick front/vinyl else):
Windows:
Exterior Doors:
Interior Doors:
Garage Door:
HVAC: $5000.00
Plumbing:
Electrical:
Insulation:
Drywall:
Base and trim:
Cabinets (incl hardware):
Bath vanities:
Door hardware:
Lights/fart fans:
Painting:
Flooring: $6000.00
Phone/data/catv:
Builders risk:
Gen Liab / Workers comp:
Permits:
TOTAL:
Ok, when you get this total, add about 15-20%. Prices change, you'll leave out something, too many things change. Anyone ever thought how much it costs to buy light bulbs, every bulb for a new house? Think about it.
Posted on 10/27/10 at 10:30 pm to LSUDad
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Ok, when you get this total, add about 15-20%. Prices change, you'll leave out something, too many things change. Anyone ever thought how much it costs to buy light bulbs, every bulb for a new house? Think about it.
True, I just bought all new lights for my home and spent nearly 400 dollars.
They are the energy flourescents and they are not cheap.
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