Many people think they can’t afford to build their own home. The truth is, most people can. In fact, it’s slightly cheaper in some areas than buying a pre-built home. To prove my point I’ve put together this easy to understand and FREE report on how to build your own dream home for about $70,000 more than you’d spend buying a house from a builder.
Cost to build own home
Here’s how much it costs to build a house in the U.S., along with some tips on how to keep costs down.
When you decide to build your own home, there are several factors that can affect the overall cost of construction. From the type of home you choose to build, to the location and size of your lot, there are many variables that will affect your final price tag.
For example, if you live in an area where building codes are strict and require additional materials and labor costs, then this could lead to higher prices for your new home. On the other hand, if you live in an area where building codes are more relaxed or nonexistent, then this could lead to lower prices for your new home.
How much does it cost to build a house?
The average cost of building a new home in the United States is $350 per square foot, according to the National Association of Home Builders. That means that if you were to build a 2,000-square-foot house on a 1/4 acre lot, the average cost would be $350,000.
However, this number can vary widely depending on where you live and what type of home you want to build. For example, in California, where land is more expensive than other parts of the country and there are strict building codes that require more materials and labor than in other areas, it’s not uncommon for this number to rise significantly higher than the national average.
On the other hand, if you’re looking at building an ultra-efficient tiny house or tiny cabin with few amenities like plumbing or electricity (think off-grid living), then your costs will be significantly less than someone who wants their dream home with granite counter tops and hardwood floors throughout.