Updated 9 October 2026
House construction cost per m² 2026
In 2026, building a finished single-storey home with MEETS costs about IDR 5M per m² (Standard package). The tables below use the same rates as our catalogue and calculator, so you can see what a type 36, a 2-storey home, or your own size would cost.
Cost per m² by package
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| Package | Type 36 (1 storey) | 100 m² (1 storey) | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core | IDR 3.5M/m² | IDR 3.5M/m² | Foundations, structure, walls, roof. No finishing. |
| Standard | IDR 5M/m² | IDR 5.1M/m² | Move-in ready, durable standard finishes. |
| Premium | IDR 5.7M/m² | IDR 5.9M/m² | Higher-grade roof covering and finishes. |
| Signature | IDR 7.5M/m² | IDR 7.9M/m² | Top-grade finishes throughout. |
Per-m² cost is higher for small homes, because bathrooms, kitchen and services are shared over fewer square metres.
Single-storey house cost
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| Size | Core | Standard | Premium | Signature | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36 m²2 bed · 1 bath · 2–3 mo | IDR 126M | IDR 180M | IDR 205M | IDR 270M | Details |
| 45 m²2 bed · 1 bath · 3–4 mo | IDR 158M | IDR 225M | IDR 257M | IDR 338M | Details |
| 54 m²2 bed · 1 bath · 3–4 mo | IDR 189M | IDR 270M | IDR 308M | IDR 405M | Details |
| 70 m²3 bed · 2 bath · 3–4 mo | IDR 245M | IDR 361M | IDR 417M | IDR 561M | Details |
| 100 m²4 bed · 2 bath · 4–5 mo | IDR 350M | IDR 511M | IDR 588M | IDR 786M | Details |
2-storey house cost
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| Size | Core | Standard | Premium | Signature | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72 m²e.g. 6×8 m plot · 3 bed · 3 bath | IDR 252M | IDR 408M | IDR 486M | IDR 677M | Details |
| 96 m²e.g. 6×10 m plot · 3 bed · 3 bath | IDR 336M | IDR 528M | IDR 623M | IDR 857M | Details |
| 120 m²e.g. 7×12 m plot · 4 bed · 4 bath | IDR 420M | IDR 659M | IDR 778M | IDR 1.07B | Details |
| 150 m²e.g. 8×12 m plot · 5 bed · 4 bath | IDR 525M | IDR 809M | IDR 949M | IDR 1.3B | Details |
Building area is the total of both floors. Plot sizes are examples; the actual layout follows your land.
Cost breakdown by work item
Example: 70 m² single-storey home, Standard package, IDR 361,000,000.
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| Work item | Cost | % |
|---|---|---|
| Site preparation | IDR 12,079,000 | 3.3% |
| Earthworks & foundation | IDR 51,989,000 | 14.4% |
| Concrete structure & stairs | IDR 47,530,000 | 13.2% |
| Walls, plaster & facade | IDR 109,811,000 | 30.4% |
| Roof frame & covering | IDR 30,552,000 | 8.5% |
| Floors & tiling | IDR 20,636,000 | 5.7% |
| Frames, doors & windows | IDR 27,132,000 | 7.5% |
| Ceilings | IDR 9,234,000 | 2.6% |
| Painting | IDR 12,284,000 | 3.4% |
| Sanitary, kitchen & plumbing | IDR 30,148,000 | 8.4% |
| Electrical & lighting | IDR 9,605,000 | 2.7% |
How to estimate your own house
- Add up the building area of all floors, including the covered terrace.
- Choose a package: Core if you will finish it yourself, Standard for move-in ready.
- Multiply by the per-m² rate, then add extra bathrooms, stairs and carport above 1 car.
- Or skip the maths: the calculator does it, with a breakdown per work item.
Want to understand each cost factor in depth? Read: how to estimate house construction costs in Indonesia
What changes the final price
- Soil and land condition: fill, raising the ground, or retaining walls.
- Site access: narrow streets mean smaller deliveries and more handling.
- Number of bathrooms, stairs, and roof type (pitched or concrete slab).
- Window and door frame material: aluminium, timber, or uPVC.
- Excludes 11% VAT, add-ons, and special site conditions (land filling or raising). Final price after a site visit.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to build a house per m² in 2026?
With MEETS 2026 rates, a single-storey home costs about IDR 3.5M/m² for Core (structure, walls, roof, no finishing), IDR 5M/m² for Standard, IDR 5.7M/m² for Premium and IDR 7.5M/m² for Signature. Excludes 11% VAT.
How much does a type 36 house cost to build?
A 36 m² single-storey home with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and a 1-car carport costs about IDR 126,000,000 (Core), IDR 180,000,000 (Standard) or IDR 205,000,000 (Premium). Build time is roughly 2–3 months.
How much does a 2-storey house cost to build?
A 2-storey home of 96 m² (e.g. on a 6×10 m plot) costs about IDR 336,000,000 (Core) or IDR 528,000,000 (Standard), including stairs. A 120 m² 2-storey home takes roughly 6–7 months.
What can I build with IDR 100M?
With MEETS rates, IDR 100M covers about 28 m² at Core (structure only). It is not enough for a finished Standard home; the smallest (21 m²) costs about IDR 105,000,000. IDR 300M covers about 85 m² Core or 60 m² Standard.
What is included, and what is not?
Included: preparation, foundations, concrete structure, walls, roof, and for Standard and above: floors, doors and windows, ceilings, paint, sanitary ware, plumbing, electrical and lighting, plus a 1-car carport. Not included: 11% VAT, add-ons, and special site conditions such as fill or raising the ground.
How do payment and warranty work?
30% down payment at contract, then a billing at every 25% of physical progress (17.5% of the contract each). Structure carries a 5-year warranty; finishes and installations 2 years.
Get a cost for your land
The numbers above are early estimates. The final price follows a site survey.