Building Costs in Savannah, GA: House vs. Condo per Square Foot

Construction Costs in Savannah: House ~$200–220/sf, Condo ~$175–200/sf

Average **building cost per square foot** in Savannah, Georgia (2023–24 estimates):

• Single-Family House: **$200 – $220 / sq ft**
• Condominium: **$175 – $200 / sq ft**

Why the Difference?

• Shared structure: Condos share walls, roof, foundation — lower per-unit envelope cost.
• Economies of scale: Multi-unit repetitive framing, MEP.
• Land cost excluded: These are *vertical* construction costs only. Land, site work, impact fees, soft costs (design, permits, financing) add 30–50%.
• Finish level: Luxury condos > basic houses. Ranges overlap at high end.

Savannah-Specific Factors

• Historic district: Strict design review → higher cost.
• Flood zone (AE, VE): Elevated foundations, flood vents → +$20–40/sf.
• Labor market: Tight skilled trades (carpenters, masons) → premium.
• Material delivery: Coastal logistics.

Better Metric: Total Project Cost

Per-sf is a blunt tool. A 2,500 sf house @ $210 = $525k *build*. Add lot ($100k), soft ($150k) = **$775k+**. Condo: 1,500 sf @ $185 = $277k *build* + land share + HOA reserve.

Get **three local GC bids** with detailed specs. Savannah builders: **Greenline, J.T. Turner, Brantley, Savannah Classics**.