Short answer: There is no single reliable price per square metre. The useful number only appears after defining design, structure, MEP systems, finishes, location and scope. A professional estimate should clearly state inclusions and exclusions.
Why cost per square metre can mislead
Two houses with the same floor area can have very different budgets. Foundations, structural spans, bathrooms, glazing, HVAC, millwork, pool, landscaping and finish level all matter. Site access and community rules can also change logistics.
Published ranges and how to use them
Some 2026 market sources publish very broad ranges, from roughly MXN 11,500–27,000 per m² in one guide to USD 800–1,400 per m² in another. These are not SERHANT rates and are not quotations; they show why scope must be compared with scope.
What a useful estimate should contain
Ask for preliminaries, foundations, structure, masonry, waterproofing, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, windows, millwork, finishes, pool and external works to be separated. Taxes, permits, design and supervision should be identified when applicable.
Our Riviera Maya experience
SERHANT experience in the Riviera Maya helps us review budgets against humidity, salt exposure, rain, access, material availability and supplier coordination.
How to reduce cost drift
Cost control starts before construction: adequate drawings, quantities, quality criteria and a change-order procedure.
SERHANT
SERHANT integrates architecture, construction and supervision in the Riviera Maya. Our extensive regional experience helps us make decisions around local climate, logistics and execution.
Request a quote →Frequently asked questions
Should I choose the cheapest builder?
Not automatically. Compare the same scope, specifications, warranties, exclusions and change-order process.
Is land included in the cost per m²?
Usually not. Design, permits, furniture and equipment should not be assumed unless listed.