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Construction Cost per Square Foot (2026): A Developer’s Guide

March 5, 2026 by Nick Tuk
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Construction costs vary significantly across asset classes. This guide covers 2026 benchmarks for industrial, multifamily, retail, and office buildings, and the key factors driving cost increases.

Categories Development, Industrial, Multifamily, Office, Retail Tags 2026, construction costs, cost per square foot, pro forma, real estate development

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