Square Meters to Square Feet — Area Conversion Calculator
Convert square meters to square feet with the exact formula, a reference chart, and property examples. 1 sq m = 10.764 sq ft. Covers real estate and flooring.
Square meters to square feet is the most important area conversion in international real estate. Property listings in Europe, Asia, and Latin America use square meters, while US and UK buyers think in square feet. The CalcHub Area Converter converts instantly, but the math is easy to do by hand.
The Formula
Square Feet = Square Meters x 10.764 Square Meters = Square Feet / 10.764The factor comes from squaring the linear conversion: (3.2808 feet per meter)^2 = 10.764.
Worked Example 1 — Apartment Size
An apartment in Berlin is listed as 85 m2. In square feet: 85 x 10.764 = 914.9 sq ft. That is a modest one-bedroom by US standards.
Worked Example 2 — Office Space
A company needs 500 m2 of office space. In square feet: 500 x 10.764 = 5,382 sq ft. At $30 per square foot annually, the lease would cost about $161,460 per year.
Square Meters to Square Feet Conversion Chart
| Sq Meters | Sq Feet | Typical Space |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | 107.6 | Small bedroom |
| 20 | 215.3 | Large bedroom |
| 30 | 322.9 | Studio apartment |
| 40 | 430.6 | Small 1-bedroom |
| 50 | 538.2 | 1-bedroom apartment |
| 60 | 645.8 | Spacious 1-bed |
| 75 | 807.3 | 2-bedroom apartment |
| 100 | 1,076.4 | Large 2-bed / small 3-bed |
| 120 | 1,291.7 | 3-bedroom apartment |
| 150 | 1,614.6 | Large 3-bed / small house |
| 200 | 2,152.8 | Average US house |
| 250 | 2,691.0 | Above-average US house |
| 300 | 3,228.0 | Large house |
| 500 | 5,382.0 | McMansion territory |
International Property Size Comparison
| City | Average Apartment (m2) | In Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | 63 | 678 |
| London | 67 | 721 |
| Mumbai | 45 | 484 |
| New York | 65 | 700 |
| Paris | 52 | 560 |
| Sydney | 80 | 861 |
| Dubai | 105 | 1,130 |
| Berlin | 78 | 840 |
Practical Use Cases
Buying property abroad: A villa in Spain listed at 180 m2 sounds abstract until you convert it: 1,938 sq ft. For an American buyer, that is a comfortable three-bedroom home. Flooring projects: Tiles and hardwood are sold per square foot in the US and per square meter elsewhere. If you need to cover 25 m2, that is 269 sq ft. At $5/sq ft for materials, budget $1,345. Commercial leasing: Office space in international cities is quoted per square meter per month. Converting to square feet lets you compare with US market rates directly.What is the quick mental math for m2 to sq ft?
Multiply by 11 and subtract 2%. Example: 80 m2 x 11 = 880, minus 2% (17.6) = 862.4 sq ft. Exact: 861.1. Extremely close.
Or even simpler: multiply by 10 and add 8%. 80 x 10 = 800, plus 64 = 864.
How do I convert square feet to square meters?
Divide by 10.764. Example: 1,500 sq ft / 10.764 = 139.4 m2.
Why is the conversion factor 10.764 and not just 3.28 squared?
It is 3.2808 squared. 3.2808 x 3.2808 = 10.7639. The slight difference from 10.764 is just rounding.
Is carpet area the same as built-up area?
No. In Indian real estate, carpet area (actual usable space) is typically 70-80% of the super built-up area that includes walls, lobbies, and common areas. Always clarify which measurement is being used before converting.
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