Cost to Build a House in Chicago, Illinois ()

The cost to build a house in Chicago, Illinois ranges from $150 to $270 per square foot depending on the grade of construction you choose (not including the cost of sitework or land). To get a more accurate cost for your home building project, request a quote. Please note that if you use our matching service, we may be compensated.

Cost To Build A House
By HomeBlue Team
May 08, 2024 12:48 PM

Topics Covered in this Guide: Cost to Build a House | Cost to Build a House Factors | Frequently Asked Questions | Related Cost Guides | Find Home Builders | Cost to Build a House in Your Area

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How Much Does It Cost to Build a House in Chicago, IL?

The cost to build a house in Chicago, Illinois ranges from $150 to $270 per square foot depending on the grade of construction you choose (not including the cost of sitework or land).

This guide is intended to provide you an approximate cost to build a house in Chicago, IL. To get a more accurate quote for your specific project, request a free estimate. Our research, although general in nature, does include feedback provided by home builders and research conducted by the HomeBlue staff.

Cost to build a house in Chicago:

Home building cost based on the grade of construction you choose:

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Factors that Influence Home Building Cost in Chicago

When custom home builders come to your house to provide you an estimate, they will consider a number of factors that can increase or decrease the cost of your project. Pricing for your home building project will vary based the height, condition and accessibility of the tree. Here are a few things to keep in mind when you get quotes from new home builders:

Your prices may be higher when:

Your prices may be lower when:

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Home Building FAQs

Here are a few frequently asked questions related to home building:

We are not aware of any jurisdiction that does not require a permit to build a house. Thus, it is highly likely that a permit is required in Chicago. The contractor or builder you select should be familiar with the permit process. You can also hire a permit expediter to help move the process along.

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The short answer is no. You could hire a local builder that has pre-existing models (with full plans already prepared). These models can be utilized as-is or customized to suit your lot and preferences. However, if you desire a distinct design and have specific requirements for your new home, engaging an architect is likely the way to go.

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In our view, chosing a local builder and selecting from their preset plans offers the simplest route to building a new house. Hiring a builder provides access to their array of established plans, streamlining the process for several reasons: firstly, it eliminates the need to hire an architect, saving both time and money; secondly, the builder's familiarity with previous projects often results in greater cost efficiency.

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Local Home Builders Near Chicago, IL

The following are a few contractors in your area. Note that these companies have not been screened or vetted by HomeBlue. Please conduct proper due diligence prior to hiring these or any other company you may select.

MK Construction & Builders, Inc. WITH OVER A DECADE OF EXPERIENCE WITH NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION AND REMODELING IN CHICAGO, WE SPECIALIZE IN DESIGNING MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY HOMES THAT ARE RELEVANT AND ATTUNED WITH CHICAGO'S URBAN AESTHETIC AND LANDSCAPE. THROUGH THE YEARS, WE HAVE CONTINUED TO REFINE OUR DESIGN AND PRODUCTION STANDARDS, DEVELOPING THE BEST PRACTICES FOR RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION THAT REFLECT OUR SOPHISTICATED, METROPOLITAN CLIENTELE'S APPRECIATION FOR SMART, MODERN DESIGN. THROUGH OUR ONGOING DEDICATION TO CLIENT SERVICE AND SATISFACTION, WE HAVE RISEN THROUGH THE RANKS OF CHICAGO'S COMPETITIVE HOME DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY TO EMERGE AS A RESPECTED LEADER IN THE FIELD.

Follyn Builders & Developers At Follyn Builders, we build new luxury custom single family homes in Chicago and surrounding Chicago suburbs. We complete complete gut re-habs and additions to exiting homes in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. We are a boutique custom builder bringing your dream to life. We have built luxury custom single family homes in various Chicago neighborhoods and spectacular family-oriented custom new homes in Chicago suburbs. We have also worked with homeowners who love their current home and location but need more space on large scale additions to homes in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. With more than 17 years experience in the Chicago area market, we are Chicago's builder of new homes. We take our profession as a Chicago new home builder very seriously - offering luxury single family custom home construction, new single family home design/build options and complete gut and re-hab of existing single family homes...just to name a few of our core competencies.

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Find Cost to Build a House in Your Area

Home building cost varies from area to area. We have developed several cost to build a house guides to help you identify the home construction cost near you.