New Home Construction Calculator

Estimate the total cost to build a new home in Chillicothe, Ohio. All defaults reflect current Ross County pricing — adjust any number to match your project.

Live Ohio rates from U.S. Bank · 05/01/2026

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Select a tier to pre-fill typical costs, then customize any section below.

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Ross County avg: $23,603/acre (Chillicothe area). Undeveloped land median: $8,655/acre.
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Ross County Building Dept: 15 N. Paint St., Chillicothe. City of Chillicothe permits residential projects as of July 2025. Budget $500–$2,000 for permits.
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Electric, gas, cable/internet

Ohio has prevalent clay soil — expect slightly higher excavation costs. Septic systems avg $8,039 in Ohio. Well drilling $5,000–$10,000.
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New construction: $2,000–$5,000

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Ohio avg: $130–$200/sqft for standard builds (includes basic HVAC). Custom homes $200–$300+. Foundation costs scale with home footprint. Basement adds ~$15/sqft. Gas furnace + central AC is most common in Chillicothe.
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Standard GC fee: 10–20% of construction costs. Covers scheduling, sub-contractor coordination, inspections, and project management.

Upgrades beyond builder-standard finishes. Set to $0 for any you don't need.

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Quartz: $75–125/sqft installed

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LVP: $3–8/sqft · Hardwood: $8–15/sqft · Changes with square footage

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$1–2/sqft typical · Changes with square footage

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Seed/sod, trees, shrubs, mulch beds

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Toggle on the features you want. Each can be customized independently.

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Typical range: $5,000–$15,000 installed

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Grill, counters, sink, fridge: $5,000–$25,000

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Simple pit: $500 · Built-in stone fireplace: $3,000–$5,000

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Wood pergola: $3,000–$8,000 · Covered patio: $8,000–$15,000

Ohio pool tip: Fiberglass is most popular for freeze-thaw durability. Book late fall/winter for off-season discounts. Columbus area avg: $74,750.
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Disclaimer

This calculator provides estimates based on 2025–2026 Ross County, Ohio pricing data. Actual costs vary by contractor, site conditions, material choices, and market fluctuations. Consult local builders for precise bids. Beth Gerber and ERA Real Estate provide this tool for informational purposes only and do not guarantee any pricing. Construction loan rates and terms are subject to lender approval.

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