Construction cost guide · BHD
How much does it cost to build a house in Bahrain? (2026)
Bahrain is a mid-cost construction market, at about 62% of United States build costs. Construction here typically runs about $868–$1,612 per m² ($81–$150 per ft²) for a standard-specification home — so the total depends mostly on floor area and finish level. The ranges below are order-of-magnitude benchmarks; for a figure tied to your actual drawings, generate a full measured bill of quantities priced in BHD using the POMI standard.
Typical build cost by house size in Bahrain (2026)
| Home | Floor area | Cost per m² | Estimated construction cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small home · 2-bedroom | ~90 m² (969 ft²) | $868–$1612 | $78,120 – $145,080 |
| Standard family home · 3-bedroom | ~150 m² (1,615 ft²) | $868–$1612 | $130,200 – $241,800 |
| Large home · 4-bedroom | ~240 m² (2,583 ft²) | $868–$1612 | $208,320 – $386,880 |
Order-of-magnitude benchmarks at ~$868–$1,612 per m² ($81–$150 per ft²), construction only (excludes land, fees and site-specific works). For a figure tied to your actual drawings, generate a measured BoQ.
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