The 30×30 Metal Building, Priced Out
2026 pricing guide · updated August 18, 2026
A 30×30 gives you 900 square feet on a square footprint — the step up from a two-car garage that turns "parking" into "shop." Two vehicles plus a real work wall, a hobby bay with a mezzanine over the back, or clean equipment storage with one big door.
What a 30×30 costs in 2026
| Scope (900 sq ft) | Typical 2026 range |
|---|---|
| Steel building kit only (engineered, delivered) | $11,500 – $19,500 |
| Kit + professional erection | $17,500 – $28,500 |
| Turnkey (kit, concrete slab, erection) | $27,000 – $45,000 |
Why a range? County wind/snow loads change the frame, and doors and eave height swing the total. Design your exact spec in the 3D designer, then send it over for a quote built around your site.
What actually fits in 30×30
- 2-car + shop: two 9-ft roll-ups with a 10-ft work zone behind the bays.
- Single deep bay: one 12-ft door swallows a boat or small RV diagonally-free with room to walk around.
- Hobby shop: benches on three walls, dust collection in a corner, 12-ft eave for lumber racks overhead.
Specs that move the price
- Eave height: 10 ft standard; go 12 ft if a lift or tall door is ever possible.
- Doors: each roll-up runs $1,200–$3,500 installed by size and wind rating.
- Slab: a 30×30 monolithic pour is the budget sweet spot — simple footprint, one truck day.
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Open the 3D Designer →Frequently asked questions
How much does a 30x30 metal building cost?
In 2026 a 30x30 steel building kit typically runs $11,500–$19,500 delivered; erected, $17,500–$28,500; turnkey with concrete, $27,000–$45,000 depending on location, loads, and options.
Is a 30x30 big enough for two cars and a workshop?
Yes — two bays use about 20×20 of the floor, leaving a 10-ft-deep work zone across the back for benches and tools.