Find the price per square foot or metre from a total price and floor area.
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How do you calculate price per square foot?
Price per unit area = total price ÷ floor area. To estimate another property at the same rate, multiply the rate by its area. It's a quick comparison metric, not a full valuation, and ignores location and condition. A $400,000 home with 2,000 sq ft works out at $200 per square foot.
Understanding your result
Price per square foot is a quick comparison metric, not a full valuation — it ignores location, condition, lot size, layout and finish. Use it to spot whether a home is priced above or below similar properties, then look deeper before deciding. Keep the area unit consistent between properties.
Formula and method
Price per unit area = total price ÷ floor area. To estimate another property at the same rate, multiply the rate by the new area.
Assumptions and limitations
Price per unit area is a quick comparison figure, not a valuation. It ignores location, condition, age, layout, lot size, finish and how the area was measured, which can differ between listings. A low rate is not automatically better value. Keep the unit consistent and use it to shortlist, not as guidance to buy.
Worked example
A $400,000 home with 2,000 sq ft works out at $200 per square foot. A 2,500 sq ft home at the same rate would be about $500,000.
How to use this tool
- Enter the total price.
- Enter the floor area and choose the unit.
- Optionally enter a different area to estimate its price.
- Read the price per unit area.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Comparing homes in different areas where land value differs.
- Mixing square feet with square metres.
- Treating price per square foot as a full valuation.
About the Price Per Square Foot Calculator
The Price Per Square Foot Calculator divides a property's price by its floor area, giving a per-unit figure that makes homes of different sizes easy to compare. It works in square feet or square metres.
Who should use this tool
Home buyers, sellers, agents and investors comparing properties and pricing.
Benefits
- Price per square foot or square metre instantly.
- Compare properties of different sizes fairly.
- Estimate the price of a different-sized home at the same rate.
- Private — no figures leave your browser.
Practical use cases
- Comparing two listings on a like-for-like basis.
- Pricing a home against recent local sales.
- Estimating value for a larger or smaller property.
Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate price per square foot?
Divide the total price by the floor area in square feet. For example, $400,000 ÷ 2,000 sq ft is $200 per square foot.
Is a lower price per square foot always better?
Not necessarily. It ignores location, condition and quality, so a higher figure can still be good value in a better area or for a nicer home.
Can I use square metres?
Yes. Choose square metres as the unit to get the price per square metre instead.