Free Online Price Per Square Foot Calculator
Compare property prices using area and total price.
Enter the asking price and the floor area. The calculator compares up to five properties and highlights the lowest price per square foot, which is usually the best value per unit of space.
Comparison
| Property | Price | Area | Per ft² | Per m² | Result |
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Price per square foot ignores condition, location, lot size, and fees. Use it as one comparison signal, not as a valuation.
About the Price Per Square Foot Calculator
Price per square foot is the simplest way to compare properties of different sizes. A small home with a high total price can be better value than a larger home with a lower total price, and the only way to see that is to divide price by area. This calculator does the division for up to five properties, normalizes everything to both square feet and square meters, and highlights the lowest cost per unit of space.
How to read the comparison
The best-value row is the property with the lowest price per square foot among complete entries. That does not automatically make it the right purchase: a low price per square foot may reflect a poor location, needed repairs, a smaller lot, or a less desirable layout. Use the number to narrow the field, then compare condition, amenities, taxes, and future costs. The average row gives context, and the percentage difference helps you see whether the best value is meaningfully cheaper or only marginally so.
Square feet versus square meters
Listings in different countries use different units. This calculator accepts either square feet or square meters for each property and converts internally, so a 120 m² apartment can be compared directly with a 1,300 ft² house. One square meter is about 10.764 square feet, so price per square meter is always a larger number than price per square foot. The table shows both columns to avoid confusion when you share the result.
What is not included
The calculation uses the area you enter. If the listing gives a gross area that includes balconies, garages, or shared walls, the result may not match a lender's or appraiser's figure. Renovation costs, closing fees, property taxes, and homeowner association dues are not included. For a rental comparison, use monthly rent instead of price and treat the result as rent per square foot. The tool does not store or transmit your numbers.
Frequently asked questions
Is a lower price per square foot always better?
No. It is a useful starting point, but a cheap property in a flood zone or with structural problems can cost more over time. Use the metric to compare similar properties in similar locations, then adjust for condition and risk.
Should I use gross or usable area?
Use the same type of area for every property. Usable or carpet area is usually more meaningful for comparing livability, while gross area may match the listing. Mixing the two will distort the comparison.
Why is the best-value percentage different from my own calculation?
The percentage compares the best price per square foot with the average of all complete entries. Changing the currency does not change the percentage because every property uses the same currency. Check that each area unit is correct before relying on the result.