Pricing guide

Architect fees and pricing guide

Every project is unique. Final fees depend on the size, complexity, site conditions, and scope of services. The ranges below give a general idea of typical fees for common project types.

Typical fee ranges

Project typeIncludes (typical scope)Typical fee range
Feasibility studySite analysis, zoning/code review, concept options, written summary$1,500 – $5,000
Residential addition500 – 1,000 SFDesign, permit drawings, consultant coordination$6,000 – $15,000
ADUDetached or attachedDesign, permit drawings, consultant coordination$5,000 – $12,000
New single-family homeDesign, permit drawings, consultant coordination$12,000 – $30,000+
MultifamilyNew or renovationDesign, permit drawings, consultant coordination (varies by unit count)$15,000 – $50,000+
Small commercial / tenant improvementDesign, permit drawings, consultant coordination$8,000 – $25,000+
Existing conditions / as-builtsMeasured drawings, existing condition documentation$2,000 – $8,000

Fee ranges are for architectural services only and do not include consultant fees or construction costs.

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