Seven Wells Construction
Home Construction Cost Calculator for Las Vegas, NV
See a low, likely, and high price for your Las Vegas project, with a cost breakdown, a timeline, and the choices that move your number the most. Made for homeowners, business owners, and contractors.
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- Las Vegas prices, October 2026
- New homes, remodels, and commercial
Updated October 2026. Prices are for the Las Vegas Valley, including Henderson, Summerlin, and North Las Vegas.
How Much Does It Cost to Build a House in Las Vegas?
In 2026, the house itself costs about $150 to $650 per square foot in Las Vegas, before land. Builder grade homes run near $180. Mid range custom homes run near $250. Premium custom homes run near $350. Luxury homes run near $500.
That is only the house. Site work, design, permits, landscaping, and a reserve for surprises come on top. Take a 2,400 square foot mid range custom home. The calculator shows about $910,000 all in. That is about $379 per square foot.
| Finish level | House only, per sq ft | House only, 2,400 sq ft | All in, 2,400 sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Builder grade | $150 to $205 | $432,000 | $670,000 |
| Mid range custom | $200 to $300 | $600,000 | $910,000 |
| Premium custom | $300 to $415 | $840,000 | $1,255,000 |
| Luxury | $410 to $650 | $1,200,000 | $1,785,000 |
All in includes a 2 car garage, a 300 square foot patio, and basic landscaping. It also includes standard appliances, a typical lot, design, permits, and a 10 percent reserve. Land is not included. Looking for a builder? See our new home construction in Las Vegas.
What Does a Remodel Cost in Las Vegas?
Remodel prices depend on how much you open up. A new coat of paint and a full gut are very different jobs. Here are typical Las Vegas ranges for 2026.
| Project | Typical range | What moves the price |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodeling | $15,000 to $85,000 | Refresh, full remodel, or layout change |
| Bathroom renovation | $3,500 to $75,000 | Refresh, full remodel, or primary suite |
| Home addition | $135 to $500 per sq ft | Standard room addition or premium suite |
| ADU or casita | $110 to $450 per sq ft | Garage conversion, attached, or detached |
| Pool remodeling | $7,000 to $150,000 | Resurface, full remodel, or new pool |
| Pavers and concrete | $8 to $28 per sq ft | Broom finish, stamped, pavers, or travertine |
| Flooring | $4 to $28 per sq ft | Vinyl plank, tile, or hardwood |
| Roofing | $5.50 to $20 per sq ft | Shingle, flat, or tile |
| Whole home remodel | $20 to $150 per sq ft | Cosmetic update or gut renovation |
Commercial and Tenant Improvement Costs in Las Vegas
A tenant improvement (TI) turns a space into your business. The price depends on the space you start with. A second generation space was used before, so it needs less work. A shell space is bare, so it needs everything.
| Business type | Second generation TI | Shell space TI | New building |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office | $20 to $50 per sq ft | $50 to $100 per sq ft | $210 to $350 per sq ft |
| Retail store | $25 to $60 per sq ft | $50 to $100 per sq ft | $160 to $290 per sq ft |
| Restaurant | $60 to $175 per sq ft | $100 to $300 per sq ft | $320 to $540 per sq ft |
| Medical office | $55 to $160 per sq ft | $100 to $250 per sq ft | $360 to $620 per sq ft |
| Warehouse or industrial | $15 to $50 per sq ft | $20 to $55 per sq ft | $95 to $185 per sq ft |
| Hotel or hospitality | $70 to $190 per sq ft | $80 to $220 per sq ft | $300 to $540 per sq ft |
Many leases include a landlord TI allowance that pays for part of the build. The calculator subtracts it so you see your own cash cost. It also adds rent you pay while you build. Learn more about commercial tenant improvement and commercial remodeling in Las Vegas.
How to Use This Calculator
For homeowners
Choose to build a new home or remodel. Enter your size, finish level, and lot. Add a pool, landscaping, or a casita if you want them. The results show a low, likely, and high price, plus what moves your cost the most.
For business owners
Pick the type of space and the size. Enter your landlord allowance and monthly rent. You will see the construction budget, the timeline, and your cash cost after the allowance.
For contractors
Enter your labor, materials, and subcontractor costs. Set your overhead and your target margin or markup. The tool shows your bid price, your true margin, and a Las Vegas market check.
What the Calculator Includes and Leaves Out
- Included: labor, materials, and builder overhead and profit
- Included: 8.375 percent Clark County sales tax on materials
- Included: site work, design, permits, and impact fee allowances
- Included: a reserve for surprises that you can change
- Left out: land, unless you enter it
- Left out: furniture, window coverings, signage, and moving costs
Why Las Vegas Construction Costs Are Different
Caliche and site work
Much of the valley sits on caliche, a hard layer of soil. Digging through it takes heavy equipment and time. Sloped and rocky lots cost even more.
Heat and air conditioning
Summer highs pass 110 degrees. Homes need larger air conditioning systems, better insulation, and heat tolerant roofing. Concrete and paint also need special care in the heat.
Water rules and landscaping
Water rules limit grass and push builders toward desert landscaping. Landscaping, walls, and hardscape are a real budget item. The calculator includes them so they do not surprise you.
Community design review
Many master planned communities review plans before you build. Reviews add fees and time. Check your community rules early.
Permits and fees
The City of Las Vegas permit fee estimator lists a $195 traffic impact fee per single dwelling. It also lists a $1.00 per square foot privilege tax on commercial buildings. Sewer connection, park, and transportation charges also apply to many projects, and they change often. Clark County, Henderson, and North Las Vegas each publish their own fee schedules.
Sales tax, labor, and loans
Clark County charges 8.375 percent sales tax on materials. Skilled trades book up fast in busy seasons. Construction loans in 2026 often run about 7.25 to 9.25 percent, so interest during the build is worth planning for.
Contractors: Markup and Margin Are Not the Same
Markup is profit as a share of cost. Margin is profit as a share of price. Mixing them up is a common way to lose money on a bid. To earn a 20 percent margin, you must mark your cost up by 25 percent.
The price formula is simple: price equals cost divided by (1 minus your margin). Here is what each margin needs on a $100,000 cost.
| Target margin | Markup needed | Price on $100,000 cost |
|---|---|---|
| 10 percent | 11.1 percent | $111,111 |
| 15 percent | 17.6 percent | $117,647 |
| 20 percent | 25.0 percent | $125,000 |
| 25 percent | 33.3 percent | $133,333 |
| 30 percent | 42.9 percent | $142,857 |
8 Ways to Lower Your Las Vegas Construction Cost
- Keep the shape of the home simple. Every corner adds framing, roofing, and labor.
- Pick a flat lot with water, sewer, and power at the lot line.
- Spend on what you touch every day, like counters and floors. Save on what you rarely see.
- Pour outdoor concrete in the cooler months, from October to April.
- Get three written quotes that use the same scope.
- Lock in your selections before work starts so you avoid change orders.
- Keep your reserve. Cutting it only moves the surprise to later.
- In a remodel, keep plumbing and gas lines where they are.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to build a house in Las Vegas per square foot?
In 2026, the house itself costs about $150 to $650 per square foot in Las Vegas, before land. Builder grade homes run near $180, mid range custom homes near $250, premium custom homes near $350, and luxury homes near $500. Site work, fees, landscaping, and a reserve add to that, so the all in cost per square foot is higher.
How accurate is this calculator?
It gives a planning range, not a bid. The low and high numbers show how far real prices can move. Your plans, your lot, and the day you buy all change the result. A written quote from a licensed contractor after a site visit is the only number you can sign.
What does the estimate include and leave out?
It includes labor, materials, sales tax on materials, contractor overhead and profit, site work, design, permits, and a reserve. It leaves out land unless you enter it, plus furniture, window coverings, and moving costs. Appliances are included only if you choose a package.
How much should I set aside for surprises?
We use 10 percent for a new build. For remodels, we suggest 8 percent for a home built after 2005 and 15 percent for a home built before 1980. Older homes hide more problems behind walls and under floors.
How long does it take to build a house in Las Vegas?
Design and permits take about 2 to 10 months, depending on how custom the home is. Construction then takes about 7 to 10 months for builder grade homes and 16 to 24 months for luxury homes. Hard soil, pools, and community design review add time.
What is the difference between markup and margin?
Markup is profit as a share of your cost. Margin is profit as a share of your price. A 25 percent markup is only a 20 percent margin. To earn a 20 percent margin, divide your cost by 0.80, which means marking your cost up by 25 percent.
Does the calculator save my information?
No. Everything runs in your browser. We do not ask for your email or phone number, and nothing you enter is sent to us. The copy link button stores your numbers in the web address so you can share them.
How much does a tenant improvement cost in Las Vegas?
A second generation office often costs about $20 to $50 per square foot. A shell space office runs about $50 to $100 per square foot. Restaurants and medical offices cost more because of kitchens, plumbing, and equipment. A landlord TI allowance can cover part of the cost.
How We Built This Calculator
The ranges come from Seven Wells project pricing and public Las Vegas cost guides. We also used city and county fee schedules, plus current Nevada sales tax and loan rates. We compared five existing calculators and fixed the gaps we found. Most use one flat price per square foot and a national average. Many hide the breakdown behind a sign up or a fee. We show the full breakdown, free, with Las Vegas costs.
Prices change with the market, so check the date at the top of this page.
Need a Firm Price?
A calculator gets you close. A site visit gets you a number you can sign. Seven Wells Construction is a licensed, bonded, and insured Nevada contractor. We serve Las Vegas, Henderson, Summerlin, North Las Vegas, and the rest of Clark County.