Ceg,

I understand your frustration. Having sold many newly constructed homes in Libertyville I can appreciate the question. I'll assume that you are talking about custom construction since there isn't much else available in new construction. If you ask a builder to give you a cost per square foot they will typically tell you they can't give you a figure. The cost will be based on the cost of the land, the cost of the materials used, landscaping, square footage, upgrades, etc. Many builders will give you a ball park figure depending on the square footage and amenities that they would normally include in the total package. I've seen most custom built homes end up in the $225.00-$325.00 per square foot range. That price includes the land. I know this is a wide range, but it all adds up depending on the upgrades for want. I can say that if you are determined to build, that it is a very good time to do so considering the current costs of materials and land. If I can be of any further assistance, please let me know.

Good luck,
Al Aronow
RE/MAX Suburban
847-557-8501

Realtors have the option to put the square footage in or not. Often time they don't put it in because they don't take the time to look it up. I'm including a link for Lake County properties that you can use to look up the square footage yourself. Good luck! If you need help, please let me know.