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Construction Cost Calculator

Estimate your building construction cost in Saudi Arabia instantly. Supports villas, apartments, commercial and warehouse buildings across four finish levels. Get a full itemized cost breakdown and export to Excel, PDF, or Google Sheets.

Saudi Market Rates
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Estimate Your Construction Cost

Cost per m²

1,800

Total Built Area

300 m²

Construction Cost

540,000

Total Estimated Cost

540,000

Category%Amount (SAR)
Foundation & Earthworks15%
81,000
Structure & Concrete25%
135,000
Masonry & Blockwork10%
54,000
Plumbing & Sanitation8%
43,200
Electrical Works8%
43,200
Interior Finishing20%
108,000
HVAC & Insulation6%
32,400
External Works & Landscaping5%
27,000
Contingency & Overheads3%
16,200
Total Estimated Cost100%
540,000

Download / Export Report

Google Sheets: data is copied to your clipboard — paste it after the sheet opens (Ctrl+V / Cmd+V).

How to Calculate Construction Cost

Follow these five steps to get an accurate estimate of your building cost in Saudi Arabia:

1

Select Your Building Type

Choose between villa, apartment, commercial, or warehouse. Each type uses different structural and material standards which affect the base cost per square metre.

2

Choose a Finish Level

Select from Shell & Core (عظم — bare structure only), Standard (mid-range materials), Premium (high-quality finishes), or Luxury (top-tier bespoke finishes). This is the biggest driver of overall cost.

3

Enter Floor Area and Number of Floors

Input the built-up area per floor in square metres and the number of floors. The calculator multiplies both to get your total construction area and estimates cost accordingly.

4

Add Optional Costs

Optionally include land purchase cost and design/engineering fees to see the complete project budget — not just the raw construction cost.

5

Review & Export Your Report

Instantly review the itemized cost breakdown by category with a pie chart. Then export the full report as a CSV (Excel-compatible), a printable PDF, or directly into Google Sheets.

Saudi Construction Rates Reference (2024–2025)

Base costs per m² used in this calculator reflect current Saudi market averages:

  • Shell & Core (عظم): SAR 800–1,300/m² depending on building type
  • Standard Finish: SAR 1,100–1,900/m² — mid-range tiles, fittings & paint
  • Premium Finish: SAR 1,600–2,800/m² — imported materials and premium MEP
  • Luxury Finish: SAR 2,200–4,000/m² — bespoke design, smart systems & high-end fixtures
Cost-Saving Tips for Saudi Construction

Practical advice to manage your construction budget effectively:

  • Lock in your design before construction starts — changes during build are the #1 cause of cost overruns
  • Get at least 3 contractor quotes; rates in Saudi Arabia can vary 20–30% for the same spec
  • Buying materials directly (tiles, fixtures, MEP) can save 10–15% vs contractor-supplied
  • Include a 10–15% contingency buffer beyond this estimate for unexpected site conditions

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