Browse Forums Building A New House 1 Jan 13, 2017 7:39 pm Hi, I know this is a 'how long is a piece of sting' question but I'm getting a bit turned around in my research so hoping for some real opinions and experiences. Looking to do a KDR in bayside Melbourne, (approx 320sm double storey, 4bdr, 3.5 bath). Would be happy with a volume builder (or similar sort of style/finish) but can't find any that suit our needs and fit council requirements so will need to go custom. I'm hoping the build cost only would come in around $450-520k. Problem is I've had conversations with several builders/ architects etc with quite in depth discussions of what we are after and the mixed responses are confusing me. Some are adamant say that is a healthy and reasonable budget, others say I'm wayyy under need more around the $700+ mark. Not sure where to go from here, I'm scared they may be something wrong with the ones who say they can do it for $500, or it will still end up costing the higher estimate in the end anyway and we will be in trouble and too far in to turn back. Anyone had a similar build or knowledge and are happy to share some insite or end costs? Thanks! Re: Real cost of custom build bayside Melbourne 2Jan 13, 2017 7:50 pm Hi mate, We just started our journey of a KDR in the same area, and had our first meeting with Porter Davis. Now, the house was bigger (450sqm), but similar spec...tbh 350sqm for what you are after seems small, or at least the rooms will be small, unless you're not including garage etc? Anyway, the base price of the house we were looking at was $335k. Site costs $50k, area tax $10k. So a base price is now almost 400k with no driveway, no landscaping, no knockdown etc etc. Certainly you should be able to build something at that price, but expect base fit out. no fancy upgrades...like timber floors or refrigerated air. (Which is about 30k extra alone). Building a Madison 45 with Porter Davis Madison 45 Blog (Send me a PM with your email address to be added) Hello, we can help you please get in contact 0421019219 thank you 3 31853 Hi, can anyone recommend a custom home builder who can build in north east area? Looking to build a custom 4-br energy-efficient home with a max budget of 750k. If they… 0 22825 I'd get the gutters to match your roof and pipes to match the paint - otherwise they become a feature. Nice pick with the paint colours! 1 34273 |