New Build in Austin TX Area

[Kevin Kelliher]

I have an idea for a new Duplex build in Austin, TX but I am getting multiple responses when asking for typical psf new build costs on the area. I know this varies, but would somewhere in the range of 130-150 psf be a solid ballpark number for an open contemporary high end finish product? Where do I start for resources/contractors to ask? Thanks! 

[Dan Burstain]

$175  psf is a good estimate.  Lots of variables but I have a guy who does this and he says "bricks and sticks" portion would run you about $100sq ft, give or take depending on finish out.  However, from his experience, all the burdens placed on the build by the city (permitting, archecticts, engineers, utilities, etc) add another $50-75 sq ft to cost.