Construction cost calculator
A rough cost for building a house, from published per-square-foot rates for your area.
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Estimated cost · Estimate
Rs. 54 Lakh – Rs. 1.16 Crore
Rs. 2,700 – Rs. 5,800 per sq ft
Where the money goes
- Structure materials: foundation, columns, beams, slabs30%Rs. 16.2 Lakh – Rs. 34.8 Lakh
- Wall and plaster materials11%Rs. 5.94 Lakh – Rs. 12.76 Lakh
- Finishing: flooring, doors, windows, paint16%Rs. 8.64 Lakh – Rs. 18.56 Lakh
- Electrical materials4%Rs. 2.16 Lakh – Rs. 4.64 Lakh
- Plumbing and sanitary materials4%Rs. 2.16 Lakh – Rs. 4.64 Lakh
- Labour, all trades30%Rs. 16.2 Lakh – Rs. 34.8 Lakh
- Design, supervision and permits5%Rs. 2.7 Lakh – Rs. 5.8 Lakh
The guide's range for Kathmandu Valley. A finished house: foundation, RCC frame or walls, masonry, plaster, flooring, doors and windows, wiring, plumbing and paint. Not included: land, soil test, compound wall, septic tank, modular kitchen. Range widened to cover other 2026 price guides: https://constructionsewa.com/blogs/house-construction-cost-nepal https://skrgroups.com.np/per-sq-ft-construction-cost/ https://skrgroups.com.np/cost-to-build-a-house-in-nepal/ https://ghatalgroups.com/house-construction-cost-kathmandu-valley-2026/ https://housedesigninnepal.com/house-construction-cost-in-nepal-2026/ https://expertsewa.com/blog/ghar-banau-da-lagat-kasari-anuman-garne-prati-bargaft-rate-ra-budget-yojana https://expertsewa.com/blog/home-construction-cost-in-nepal-2026-guide-cost
Rates as of 16 Oct 2026Source: Expert Sewa, 2026 construction cost guide and other 2026 price guides
An estimate from published averages, not a quote. Land, furniture, compound wall and price rises during construction are not included. Get a quote from an engineer or contractor.