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Reverse Calculator
Know your budget? Find out exactly how much house you can build. Adjust state, style, and quality to see your options.
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$100K$2M
With $400,000 in Texas (Two-Story style)
2,450 sq ft
of mid-range construction at ≈$164/sq ft
State multiplier
0.92×
Style modifier
0.95×
Effective $/sq ft
$164
Estimate only. Does not include land, permitting, landscaping, or design fees. Add 10-15% contingency for cost overruns.
How to Use Your Budget Wisely
The reverse calculator shows construction costs only — not land, permits, architect fees, or landscaping. Budget an additional 30–45% beyond construction cost for total project delivery.
$300K Budget
Builder-grade2,100 sq ft
Mid-range1,550 sq ft
Premium1,100 sq ft
*National average; state multiplier applies
$500K Budget
Builder-grade3,500 sq ft
Mid-range2,600 sq ft
Premium1,900 sq ft
*National average; state multiplier applies
$750K Budget
Builder-grade5,200 sq ft
Mid-range3,900 sq ft
Premium2,900 sq ft
*National average; state multiplier applies
Figures above use national average construction costs. Use the calculator to adjust for your specific state.