Cost to Build Small Designer Home by Owner Builder

Are you looking for a house design that can be built efficiently? Then you want to watch this video discussing what makes this small home a great option for owner builders. In the video we share the cost to build, current builder markup and gross profit, and dive into the current low cost of lumber.

Interested in the house plan shown in this video? Click the link below to see the house plan available at America's Best House Plans.

The cost to build mentioned in the video is taken from national cost data numbers and will vary based on local building codes, finishes, lot development costs, soil conditions, owner builder experience and ability...etc. Those thinking of building this house design should go through the normal planning and bidding process prior to putting any money into the project to see if the projected costs will meet their personal budget.

[landocalrissian]

I love these videos. Your channel gives me hope for being a home-owner in the future.

[Airpaycheck]

Nice floorplan! A bigger garage is always a plus for me, especially a third bay. One thing I don't like about main entry directly into the living area is cold air coming in during winter months when the door is opened. A small hallway, enclosed entry would prevent those drafts.

[markstevens]

I have done this, built my own 2000 sq/ft, high efficiency home, almost passive home level, at almost exactly that price.

[jtalias]

This home was designed by House Plan Zone (hpzplans) out of Mississippi. They are amazing at space efficient house plans. I am currently using one of their plans for my own build.

[nick_jacob]

1521 square feet at 231k is $153 per square foot. Too expensive. This house should be 150k or less IMO.

[Davitofrito]

I feel like starter homes are a dream. I work hard but 22/hr is the most I've ever made. My gf is similar and we are both in our 30s with our first child. It just seems like finding anything in Arizona in a nice neighborhood is a pipe dream. You used to be able to get a good home for 200k. Now so many homes that were affordable are 400k and up. Wish homes like the one featured were what is getting built but the new fad is to build tiny homes, with no yard, right next to each other that have the floor space of a small apartment. Maybe the looming recession will hopefully deflate prices.

[cheesemaster]

I really like this one. Personally, id be looking for something a little bit of a step up and with a smaller emphasis on the 2 car garage taking up half of the broadside of the house. Definitely looks good for a first time homeowner or people with one or two kids. Prices are coming down!

[yaboi]

I really like these vids. Keep it up man!

[sa]

It's a pretty home. But the layout is too "trendy" and not for the way I live. I don't like how you walk straight into the living room and have full visibility of the only dining area and kitchen too. Also I rather have a coat closet instead of a "locker", that storage area in the garage would be where the water heater goes, and that barn door on the master bath needs to be replaced with a pocket door or regular door. Is this pier and beam construction? Lower the garage floor to grade so that you don't have that awkward raised driveway and step down/step up to get to the front door.

[ariv]

I’m glad I found this video, answered so many of my questions

[FeedScrn]

Nice video. Short and to the point. Seems expensive though. I seen other video thumbnails that popped up after this video ended with bigger homes and lower build costs. Just saying. Maybe they were older videos, when the prices were not as high(?).

[LarryDiamond-teyt]

Glad I found you guys. We might be closing on some land. Have been meeting with and reviewing investigating builders.

Some of the lower cost ones seem very risky and maximizing profits. We’ve found some pricier ones that are more ‘legit’.

We do not have the skill set to be a general contractor. Do people hire a GC and if so how to find a good one?

Some middle ground. Appreciate the insights of folks much more knowledgeable and experienced than I…

[MattSyTy]

I'm going the owner builder route on a new home soon. Hopefully, work will accommodate my sabbaticals! Looking at a nice kit from Linwood Homes. It is about 275k for the package to be trucked from Canada. They do allow some modifications that will likely bring the cost up.
It's nice to see what i can get from Menards, but they just look like every other track home and wouldn't fit the neighborhood I'm in.
Situationally, I selected a house kit that will perform well in high wind; has only two roof pitches for optimum solar area, and takes advantage of the view lot. I went through many plans and decided to pay more for the right fit house.

[stscc]

I really like this floor plan and the curb appeal.

[kennixox]

Looks like one of those magazine house plans. I hope that they offer some serious insulation in the walls, conditioned attic space, upgraded windows and better quality HVAC.

[rongendron]

At first, this home seems to be a 'good deal', but it doesn't include the cost of land; which could add $100, 000.
or more, to the total price! Secondly, it has no basement, which limits storage space or the ability to add a
playroom, extra bedroom, etc. Lastly, the "Great Room" effect seems impressive, but then one realizes that
there is nowhere else to go! Dirty dishes in the sink, an untidy table & unkempt living room makes it seem cramped!

[lrx]

Thank you for the island with No Sink. Every builder putting a sink in the island should be fined. Seriously. New builds feel so small to me. I am not a fan of open concept. Semi open is better. I don’t want to live in a bowling alley. Every home should have a full size linen closet on each floor. Every 2 story home requires a walk in attic space for seasonal storage. Rafters required for roof. Every second floor requires a balcony off one of the bedrooms, for outside space. My home has these features and much much more. 2000 sq ft, all brick exterior.

[arminazadfar]

Hello, don't be tired. I am 23 years old, but I am not in America. I am very interested in majoring in real estate. How should I learn the materials and types of house styles?

[gloriaratcliffeszawlowski]

First video, thanks, very informative.

[JoseVazquez-gjoy]

Thank you so much for informative videos. Would these prices include electric and sewer/water hook ups or is that an extra cost also?