But as a general rule, a custom-built home will cost you twice as much as a personalized production home. And the land cost is usually not included in that figure. You can expect the cost of a new home to average between $150 and $400 per square foot depending on which part of the country you are building in.Sep 8, 2014
Are spec homes cheaper than custom?
Custom homes tend to take longer to build and are generally more expensive than pre-built homes, but the end result is a true expression of the homeowner's style and priorities. ... Spec homes are cost-effective ways to get a new home at a good price.