Price Per Square Foot Calculator
Divide the price of a property by its floor area to compare listings of different sizes on equal terms.
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Price per square foot$243.24
- Price per square meter
- $2,618.25
- Area in square feet
- 1,850
- Area in square meters
- 171.9
How the Price Per Square Foot calculation works
Price per square foot = price / area in square feet
One square meter equals 10.764 square feet. Price per square foot is most meaningful when comparing similar properties in the same neighborhood.
Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate price per square foot?
Divide the price by the area in square feet. A $450,000 home with 1,800 square feet costs $250 per square foot.
How do I calculate rent per square foot?
Commercial rent is usually quoted per square foot per year: divide the yearly rent by the area. $36,000 a year for 1,500 square feet is $24 per square foot per year, or $2 per month.
Is a lower price per square foot always better?
No. It ignores location, condition, lot size and layout. Use it to compare similar homes in the same area, not as a measure of value on its own.
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