Landscaping Cost Calculator
Budgeting a yard project? Estimate the cost by area and scope, and check it against the 5–10% of home value guideline pros often cite.
Example: with Project area 2000 · Project level Basic — sod, beds, cleanup (~$6/sq ft) · Home value (optional)? 400,000 → Estimated cost: $12,000.
Computed by the calculator below using its default values. Change any input to see your own numbers.
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Landscapers often suggest budgeting 5–10% of your home’s value for a full design, then phasing the work. Cost per square foot rises with scope: simple sod and beds are cheapest; hardscape, lighting and irrigation push it higher.
How it’s calculated & sources
Total = project area × a per-square-foot rate for the scope you pick. The percentage compares the estimate to your home value.
Benchmark: 5–10% of home value as a planning guide; installed landscaping commonly runs ~$4–20 per square foot by scope (Angi, 2025).
Results update as you type and are general estimates, not personalized financial, tax, medical or legal advice. Verify with a professional.
Worked example
A 2,000 ft² mid-scope project at ~$12/ft² is about $24,000 — roughly 6% of a $400,000 home.
Frequently asked questions
Does landscaping add home value?
Quality landscaping can return a meaningful share of its cost at resale and speeds sales, though returns vary by market and taste.
Should I phase the work?
Often yes — doing structural hardscape first, then plantings and finishes, spreads cost and lets plants mature.