Cost to Build a House in Savannah, Georgia (2026)
A 2,000 sq ft mid-range home in Savannah costs approximately $282,148–$359,098, or $169/sq ft.
Estimated Build Cost in Georgia
Range: $276,616 – $352,056
Configure Your Build
Upgraded finishes, quality materials
Mid-Range Finish Includes
- • Quartz countertops
- • Hardwood floors
- • Semi-custom cabinets
- • Upgraded fixtures
Line-Item Estimate
* Excludes land cost, which varies widely by location. Add $20,000–$200,000+ depending on your area.
Building in Savannah: What to Know
- →Historic district restrictions in core
- →Coastal moisture management needed
Cost by Size in Savannah
About Construction Costs in Savannah
Building a new home in Savannah, Georgia in 2026 costs approximately $169 per square foot for mid-range construction — putting a 2,000 sq ft home at roughly $320,623 for the structure alone (excluding land). Savannah is 2% more expensive than the Georgia state average, driven by local labor market conditions and construction demand.
Georgia as a whole has a cost multiplier of 0.88× the national average. Combined with Savannah's local adjustment of 1.02×, the effective multiplier for this city is 0.90× the national baseline.
These estimates cover construction costs only and do not include land, which varies significantly in Savannah. Always obtain bids from at least 2–3 licensed general contractors in the area for an accurate project budget.