Every cost category from raw land to move-in day
| Cost Item | Florida Range | My Budget | Actual / Bid |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1LAND & ACQUISITION | |||
| Land Purchase PriceIf not already owned | Varies | ||
| Boundary SurveyRequired for permits | $500–$1,500 | ||
| Soil / Perc TestNeeded before septic permit | $300–$800 | ||
| SECTION 1 SUBTOTAL | |||
| 2SITE PREPARATION | |||
| Land Clearing & Tree RemovalIncluding stump grinding | $2,000–$15,000 | ||
| Grading & DrainageBuilding pad leveling, slope away from foundation | $2,000–$8,000 | ||
| Driveway / Access RoadGravel or paved; culvert if needed | $2,500–$8,000 | ||
| SECTION 2 SUBTOTAL | |||
| 3FOUNDATION | |||
| Foundation TypeSlab / perimeter / piers (circle one) | $8,000–$35,000 | ||
| Hurricane Anchor BoltsFlorida code required — embedded in pour | Included or $500–$1,000 | ||
| SECTION 3 SUBTOTAL | |||
| 4UTILITIES | |||
| Electric Service & TrenchingUtility run to meter + conduit to building | $3,000–$15,000 | ||
| Well (if no city water)Drilled well + pump + pressure tank | $4,000–$8,000 | ||
| Septic System (if no sewer)Standard system; more for mound or aerobic | $6,000–$15,000 | ||
| Municipal Impact FeesIf connecting to city water/sewer | $5,000–$15,000 | ||
| SECTION 4 SUBTOTAL | |||
| 5PERMITS & ENGINEERING | |||
| Building PermitsCounty building dept; varies by project size | $1,500–$5,000 | ||
| Engineering Stamps / PlansFlorida-licensed PE required for most builds | $1,500–$4,000 | ||
| Septic PermitIssued by county health department | $200–$600 | ||
| SECTION 5 SUBTOTAL | |||
| 6THE BUILDING | |||
| Building Base PriceManufacturer/builder quote | Varies by size | ||
| Upgrades & OptionsFlooring, fixtures, HVAC upgrades, finishes | $5,000–$30,000+ | ||
| Delivery & Crane / SetIf not included in building quote | $3,500–$12,000 | ||
| SECTION 6 SUBTOTAL | |||
| 7POST-SET & FINISHING | |||
| Module Marriage / Finish WorkJoining seams, interior trim, final touches | $5,000–$20,000 | ||
| Landscaping / SodBasic grading, seed, or sod around building | $1,500–$6,000 | ||
| Other Finish ItemsDeck, porch, garage, fencing | Varies | ||
| SECTION 7 SUBTOTAL | |||
| SECTIONS 1–7 TOTAL | |||
| ⚠ Contingency Reserve (10–15% recommended)Construction always has surprises — budget for them now | |||
| 🏠 TOTAL PROJECT BUDGET (Everything) | |||