Square Feet to Square Meters Converter
Convert between imperial and metric area units - Essential for international real estate and construction
Convert Square Feet and Square Meters
Imperial unit of area
Metric (SI) unit of area
Conversion Results
Other Area Units
Conversion Factors:
• 1 square foot = 0.09290304 square meters (exact)
• 1 square meter = 10.7639 square feet (rounded)
Common Square Feet to Square Meters Conversions
| Square Feet (ft²) | Square Meters (m²) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 10 sq ft | 0.929 m² | Small bathroom |
| 50 sq ft | 4.645 m² | Walk-in closet |
| 100 sq ft | 9.290 m² | Small bedroom |
| 250 sq ft | 23.226 m² | Studio apartment |
| 500 sq ft | 46.452 m² | One-bedroom apartment |
| 1,000 sq ft | 92.903 m² | Small house/apartment |
| 1,500 sq ft | 139.355 m² | Medium house |
| 2,000 sq ft | 185.806 m² | Large house |
| 3,000 sq ft | 278.709 m² | Luxury home |
| 5,000 sq ft | 464.515 m² | Estate home |
Quick Reference
1 Square Foot Equals:
- • 0.0929 square meters
- • 144 square inches
- • 0.1111 square yards
- • 929.03 square centimeters
- • 0.000023 acres
1 Square Meter Equals:
- • 10.7639 square feet
- • 1.1960 square yards
- • 1,550 square inches
- • 10,000 square centimeters
- • 0.0001 hectares
Conversion Tips
Square feet are common in US/UK real estate
Square meters are the international standard
1 sq ft ≈ 0.093 sq m (easy to remember)
Use this for international property comparisons
Understanding Square Feet and Square Meters
What is a Square Foot?
A square foot (sq ft or ft²) is an imperial unit of area used primarily in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and India. It represents the area of a square with sides measuring one foot (12 inches or 30.48 cm) each. Square feet are the standard measurement for real estate, flooring, and construction in these countries.
Common Uses of Square Feet:
- •Real estate listings in the US and UK
- •Residential and commercial floor plans
- •Flooring and carpet measurements
- •Construction and renovation projects
What is a Square Meter?
A square meter (sq m or m²) is the SI (International System of Units) standard for measuring area. It represents the area of a square with sides measuring one meter (100 cm or 39.37 inches) each. Square meters are used worldwide and are the standard in most countries for real estate, construction, and land measurement.
Common Uses of Square Meters:
- •International real estate listings
- •Scientific and engineering calculations
- •Global construction standards
- •Land surveying and mapping
How to Convert Square Feet to Square Meters
Method 1: Multiply by 0.09290304
To convert square feet to square meters, multiply the area in square feet by 0.09290304:
Square Meters = Square Feet × 0.09290304
Example:
Convert 1,000 square feet to square meters:
1,000 × 0.09290304 = 92.903 square meters
Method 2: Divide by 10.7639 (Square Meters to Square Feet)
To convert square meters to square feet, multiply the area in square meters by 10.7639:
Square Feet = Square Meters × 10.7639
Example:
Convert 100 square meters to square feet:
100 × 10.7639 = 1,076.39 square feet
Why These Numbers?
The conversion factors come from the relationship between feet and meters:
- • 1 foot = 0.3048 meters (exactly, by international agreement)
- • 1 square foot = (0.3048)² = 0.09290304 square meters
- • 1 square meter = 1 ÷ 0.09290304 = 10.7639 square feet
Practical Examples and Applications
🏠 Residential Real Estate
Small Apartment
500 sq ft = 46.45 m²
Studio or one-bedroom
Medium House
1,500 sq ft = 139.35 m²
3-bedroom family home
Large House
3,000 sq ft = 278.71 m²
4-5 bedroom luxury home
🏢 Commercial Spaces
Small Office
200 sq ft = 18.58 m²
Single office space
Retail Store
2,000 sq ft = 185.81 m²
Small to medium retail
Warehouse
10,000 sq ft = 929.03 m²
Storage facility
🌍 International Comparisons
US Standard Room
120 sq ft = 11.15 m²
Typical bedroom size
European Apartment
70 m² = 753.47 sq ft
2-bedroom flat
Asian Studio
30 m² = 322.92 sq ft
Compact living space
📏 Room Comparisons
Bathroom
50 sq ft = 4.65 m²
Standard full bathroom
Master Bedroom
200 sq ft = 18.58 m²
Comfortable master size
Living Room
300 sq ft = 27.87 m²
Spacious common area
Imperial vs Metric: Global Usage
Countries Using Square Feet
- 🇺🇸United States: Primary unit for real estate
- 🇬🇧United Kingdom: Common in property listings
- 🇨🇦Canada: Used alongside square meters
- 🇮🇳India: Real estate industry standard
Countries Using Square Meters
- 🌍Most of Europe: Official standard
- 🌏Asia (most countries): China, Japan, etc.
- 🌎Latin America: Universal metric usage
- 🌍Africa & Australia: SI unit standard
Frequently Asked Questions
How many square meters are in a square foot?
One square foot equals 0.09290304 square meters (exactly). This precise conversion factor is based on the international foot definition of 0.3048 meters. For practical purposes, you can use 0.0929 or remember that 1 sq ft ≈ 0.093 sq m.
How do I convert 100 square feet to square meters?
To convert 100 square feet to square meters, multiply by 0.09290304: 100 × 0.09290304 = 9.290304 m². This is approximately 9.29 square meters, which represents a small room or large bathroom.
Which is bigger: 1 square foot or 1 square meter?
One square meter is significantly larger than one square foot. Specifically, 1 square meter equals 10.7639 square feet. This means a square meter is about 10.76 times larger than a square foot, making it useful for measuring larger spaces.
How many square meters is a 2,000 sq ft house?
A 2,000 square foot house equals approximately 185.81 square meters. This is calculated by multiplying 2,000 × 0.09290304 = 185.806 m². This represents a medium to large family home, typically with 3-4 bedrooms.
Why do some countries use square feet and others use square meters?
The difference stems from historical measurement systems. The United States, UK, and former British colonies traditionally used imperial units (feet, inches). Most other countries adopted the metric system (meters) as the international standard. Today, the metric system is more widely used globally, though square feet remain common in US and UK real estate.
How do I quickly estimate square feet to square meters?
For quick mental calculations, divide the square footage by 10. This gives you a rough approximation (about 7.6% high). For example, 1,000 sq ft ÷ 10 ≈ 100 m² (actual: 92.9 m²). For more accuracy, divide by 10.76 or multiply by 0.093.
Is 100 square meters a big apartment?
Yes, 100 square meters (1,076 sq ft) is considered a spacious apartment. It typically accommodates a 2-3 bedroom layout with comfortable living space. In many international cities, this would be considered a large family apartment. In the US context, it's equivalent to a modest 3-bedroom home.