Price Per Square Foot Calculator
Work out a home’s price per square foot to compare listings of different sizes, and estimate a value from a comparable’s rate. Calculates instantly in your browser.
Price per square foot
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Price per square foot normalises homes of different sizes:
$/sq ft = price ÷ living area
It's a quick comparison tool, not an appraisal, lot size, condition, location, and finishes all move value beyond raw square footage. Enter a comparable's $/sq ft to estimate what this home would fetch at that rate. Runs entirely in your browser.
What this does
A price per square foot calculator works out a home’s price per square foot so you can compare listings of different sizes, and estimate a value from a comparable’s rate.
How it works
Dividing the price by the living area in square feet normalises homes of different sizes for a quick comparison.
Price per sq ft = price ÷ living area
How to use it
- Enter the price and living area.
- Read the price per square foot.
- Enter a comparable’s rate to estimate value.
- Compare against similar listings.
Understanding your result
Price per square foot is a fast screen, not an appraisal, lot size, condition, location, and finishes all affect value beyond raw square footage.
Example
A $400,000 home with 2,000 sq ft of living area is $200 per square foot.
Sources & methodology
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Frequently asked questions
How is price per square foot calculated?
Divide the price by the living area in square feet. It normalises homes of different sizes for a quick comparison.
Is price per square foot a good measure of value?
It is a fast screen, not an appraisal. Lot size, condition, location, layout, and finishes all affect value beyond raw square footage.
What counts as living area?
Generally finished, heated space above grade. Garages, unfinished basements, and patios are usually excluded, though local conventions vary.
Do you keep my numbers?
No. Everything is calculated locally in your browser.
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