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How much does a residential addition cost in San Jose?

Typical residential addition in San Jose
≈ $34,700
medium confidencefrom 10,325 filings
≈ $10,300median ≈ $34,700≈ $34,700
A reference range from comparable filed projects in public records — not a quote.
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Residential addition projects filed in San Jose typically run about $34,700, with most between $10,300 and $34,700, based on 10,325 filings (San Jose public records, DataSF).

These are comparable filed projects in San Jose — a typical reference range, not a quote. Your project can land anywhere in the spread depending on scope, materials, and access.

Where the money goes

A typical share of a residential addition budget — an illustrative industry breakdown, not measured for this project.

What moves the price

Materials & finishes
The biggest swing — basic vs premium
Labor & crew
Local rates and how many trades are involved
Scope found on-site
Older homes surface surprises once walls open
Filing & timeline
Reviews and inspections add weeks, not just cost

Common questions

What's the typical range for a residential addition in San Jose?

Most residential addition projects in San Jose run $10,300 to $34,700, with a median around $34,700, based on 10,325 filings of comparable filed work (San Jose public records, DataSF).

How recent is this data?

These figures reflect comparable residential addition projects filed in San Jose public records (DataSF), compiled as of 2026-06-03. They refresh as new filings are published.

What affects the cost of a residential addition?

Scope, materials, finishes, the age and condition of the home, and site access. The spread above ($10,300–$34,700) reflects that range — your project can land anywhere in it.

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