{"id":37293,"date":"2021-10-29T17:42:06","date_gmt":"2021-10-29T20:42:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=37293"},"modified":"2022-10-05T20:37:12","modified_gmt":"2022-10-05T23:37:12","slug":"treehouse-price","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/","title":{"rendered":"Pricing Guide: How Much Does a Treehouse Cost?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve been watching Treehouse Masters reruns, you may have a few ideas in mind for your own castle in the trees. Expect to pay around <strong>$7,350<\/strong> to have a smaller, less elaborate treehouse built in your backyard. Pricing ranges from <strong>$7,000 &#8211; $15,000<\/strong> but can be as little as <strong>$3,425<\/strong> or as much as <strong>$225,000+<\/strong>.<\/p>    <p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/treehouse-ideas\/\">Treehouse projects<\/a> can be as fanciful or as simple as you make them. Treehouse builders specialize in complex, custom treehouses where your trees, your imagination, and your wallet are your only limits. Backyard projects are simpler but just as satisfying. Keep reading to discover the right size and price point for your ideal treehouse.<\/p>   <div class=\"infogram-embed\" data-id=\"c94ae5f9-7952-4bf1-9e7a-eef9a908db89\" data-type=\"interactive\"><\/div><script>!function(e,t,s,i){var n=\"InfogramEmbeds\",o=e.getElementsByTagName(\"script\"),d=o[0],r=\/^http:\/.test(e.location)?\"http:\":\"https:\";if(\/^\\\/{2}\/.test(i)&&(i=r+i),window[n]&&window[n].initialized)window[n].process&&window[n].process();else if(!e.getElementById(s)){var a=e.createElement(\"script\");a.async=1,a.id=s,a.src=i,d.parentNode.insertBefore(a,d)}}(document,0,\"infogram-async\",\"\/\/e.infogram.com\/js\/dist\/embed-loader-min.js\");<\/script>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-how-much-does-a-treehouse-cost\">How Much Does a Treehouse Cost?<\/h2>    <p><strong>National average cost: <\/strong>$7,350<br><strong>Typical price range: <\/strong>$7,000 &#8211; $15,000<br><strong>Extreme low end: <\/strong>$3,425<br><strong>Extreme high end: <\/strong>$225,000<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-on-this-page\">On This Page:<\/h2>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-80c36690-22f5-4854-86c4-1a1b6425dfd6\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\"><\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#0-how-much-does-a-treehouse-cost\" style=\"\">How Much Does a Treehouse Cost?<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#2-cost-estimator-by-size\" style=\"\">Cost Estimator By Size<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#3-other-factors-that-affect-cost\" style=\"\">Other Factors That Affect Cost<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#4-size\" style=\"\">Size<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#5-multi-level-builds\" style=\"\">Multi-Level Builds<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#6-height\" style=\"\">Height<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#7-design-complexity\" style=\"\">Design Complexity<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#8-difficulty-level\" style=\"\">Difficulty Level<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#9-extra-services\" style=\"\">Extra Services<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#10-arborist-services\" style=\"\">Arborist Services<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#11-tree-trimming\" style=\"\">Tree Trimming<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#12-tree-removal\" style=\"\">Tree Removal<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#13-landscaping\" style=\"\">Landscaping<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#14-cost-of-a-diy-treehouse\" style=\"\">Cost of a DIY Treehouse<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#15-equipment-needed\" style=\"\">Equipment Needed<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#16-how-to-build-a-diy-treehouse\" style=\"\">How to Build a DIY Treehouse<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#17-planning-your-treehouse\" style=\"\">Planning your treehouse<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#18-set-the-foundation-for-your-treehouse\" style=\"\">Set the foundation for your treehouse<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#19-build-walls-and-a-roof\" style=\"\">Build walls and a roof<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#20-finish-off-your-treehouse\" style=\"\">Finish off your treehouse<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#21-diy-cost-vs-professional-service\" style=\"\">DIY Cost vs. Professional Service<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#22-cost-of-a-treehouse-by-location\" style=\"\">Cost of a Treehouse By Location<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#23-faq-about-treehouses\" style=\"\">FAQ About Treehouses<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#24-conclusion\" style=\"\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#25-cost-of-a-treehouse-by-location\" style=\"\">Cost of a Treehouse By Location<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#26-faq\" style=\"\">FAQ<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/treehouse-price\/#27-conclusion\" style=\"\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"> <div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.networx.com\/carpenters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find a professional carpenter<\/a><\/div> <\/div>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-cost-estimator-by-size\">Cost Estimator By Size<\/h2>    <div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_tree-1646161_1280-1.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"646\" height=\"363\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_tree-1646161_1280-1-646x363.jpg\" alt=\"Wooden treehouse in the middle of green trees\" class=\"wp-image-37465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_tree-1646161_1280-1-646x363.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_tree-1646161_1280-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_tree-1646161_1280-1-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_tree-1646161_1280-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_tree-1646161_1280-1.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 646px) 100vw, 646px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Photo Credit: Ben Faist \/ <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/photos\/tree-treehouse-nature-tree-hut-1646161\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pixaba<\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/photos\/tree-treehouse-nature-tree-hut-1646161\/\" target=\"_blank\">y<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>    <p>Here we\u2019ll consider a few standard sizes for common residential treehouse projects.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table aligncenter is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Treehouse Size<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Cost<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Small (36 &#8211; 49 sq. ft.)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$2,000 &#8211; $8,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Medium (64 &#8211; 81 sq. ft.)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$4,000 &#8211; $12,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Large (100 &#8211; 144 sq. ft.)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$6,000 &#8211; $17,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-other-factors-that-affect-cost\">Other Factors That Affect Cost<\/h2>    <p>Treehouse builders stress the uniqueness of each project &#8212; no two are exactly alike. So, it is difficult to nail down how much each pricing factor will add to your total cost. However, the elements that increase your costs are similar across the board. Here are a few:&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-size\">Size<\/h3>    <p>Size is a factor in any home improvement project\u2019s final cost. In a niche market like treehouse building, it is even more of a factor toward your total outlay.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-multi-level-builds\">Multi-Level Builds<\/h3>    <p>Building or remodeling a multi-story house is tricky enough. That increases exponentially if your first level is several feet off the ground (and is wrapped around a tree, to boot). Second and third levels present even greater challenges for logistics, engineering, and safety.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-height\">Height<\/h3>    <p>If you are building a large, multi-level treehouse that is 5 feet off the ground, this will cost less than if the same structure is built starting at 10 feet. Higher builds mean scaffolding, more safety precautions, greater difficulty pulling up materials, more engineering, and additional time.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-design-complexity\">Design Complexity<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table aligncenter is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Base-Level Treehouse<\/td><td>Square, Rectangle, <br>or A-frame <br>with a simple roof<\/td><td>$<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mid-Level Treehouse<\/td><td>Polygon-shaped<br>with simple <br>interior finishes<\/td><td>$$<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Advanced-Level Treehouse<\/td><td>A polygon <br>with complex roofing<br>and interior features<\/td><td>$$$<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fantasy-Level Treehouse<\/td><td>If it looks like Disney\u2026&nbsp;<br>Anything that is not<br>square, has mostly<br>curved lines,&nbsp;is <br>multi-level, or high<br>off the ground<\/td><td>$$$$<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-difficulty-level\">Difficulty Level<\/h3>    <p>The cost of building a treehouse will rise based on the level of difficulty of the project, such as if the location of your treehouse is difficult for builders to access.<\/p>    <p>Expect a cost increase if any of the following apply:<\/p>    <p>\u2713 You need to bring running water or utilities to the site<\/p>    <p>\u2713 The site is difficult to access (far from the road, for example)<\/p>    <p>\u2713 The company is not located in your local area or state<\/p>    <p>\u2713 Special engineering requirements<\/p>    <div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"> <div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.networx.com\/carpenters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find a professional carpenter<\/a><\/div> <\/div>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-extra-services\">Extra Services<\/h2>    <div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_floris-bronkhorst-5tbiur_w788-unsplash.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"646\" height=\"430\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_floris-bronkhorst-5tbiur_w788-unsplash-646x430.jpg\" alt=\"Wooden treehouse in the middle of green trees\" class=\"wp-image-37468\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_floris-bronkhorst-5tbiur_w788-unsplash-646x430.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_floris-bronkhorst-5tbiur_w788-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_floris-bronkhorst-5tbiur_w788-unsplash-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_floris-bronkhorst-5tbiur_w788-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_floris-bronkhorst-5tbiur_w788-unsplash.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 646px) 100vw, 646px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Photo Credit: Floris Bronkhurst \/ <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/5tBiUR_w788\" target=\"_blank\">Unsplas<\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/5tBiUR_w788\" target=\"_blank\">h<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>    <p>Your treehouse will depend on another living organism for its support, so you may want to have an arborist inspect your host tree to ensure it &#8212; and neighboring trees &#8212; are sound and healthy.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Trimming and removing trees are other common site preparation services.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-arborist-services\">Arborist Services<\/h3>    <p>An arborist to do a visual tree inspection (VTA) of your treehouse tree and neighboring trees.&nbsp; Expect to pay around <strong>$145<\/strong> for this service. One company notes that VTAs usually take an hour or less to complete for small jobs. If your arborist needs to drill into the tree to do Resistograph testing for a suspected problem, you may incur <a href=\"https:\/\/treeinspection.com\/about-us\/services-and-fees#g-mainbar:~:text=and%20%2425%20per%20drilling\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>$25 extra per drill<\/strong>.<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>If you will need an official arborist report, plan to spend <strong>$300 &#8211; $425 for one tree<\/strong> or <strong>up to $700<\/strong> for multiple trees. As a residential homeowner, you may not need this document. If you have to present the results of your tree inspection to the city or another local authority, though, you\u2019ll likely need one.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-tree-trimming\">Tree Trimming<\/h3>    <p>Your arborist may recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/tree-trimming-price\/\">tree trimming<\/a>. If so, plan to pay an average of <strong>$475 per tree<\/strong> or anywhere from <strong>$315 to $700 per tree <\/strong>on average. Tree trimming can cost as little as <strong>$85 per tree<\/strong> or as much as <strong>$1,267 per tree<\/strong>.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-tree-removal\">Tree Removal<\/h3>    <p>If you need to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/tree-removal-price\/\">remove trees<\/a> from the surrounding area, plan to pay <strong>$630 per tree<\/strong> on average. It may cost as little as <strong>$150 per tree<\/strong> or as much as <strong>$1,935 per tree<\/strong>. The average costs range from <strong>$385 to $1,070<\/strong>.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-landscaping\">Landscaping<\/h3>    <p>At the very least, you may want to build a walkway to your new sky palace. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/pea-gravel-price\/\">Pea gravel<\/a>, which makes a great walkway, costs <strong>$23 to $50 per ton<\/strong> from a bulk supplier. A heavy-duty 200-square-foot roll of landscaping fabric (as an underlayment) will run around <strong>$28<\/strong>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/landscaping-price\/\">Pathway installation<\/a> in general ranges from <strong>$8 &#8211; $22 per square foot<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>If you need <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/lawn-care\">lawn mowing<\/a> before you can get started on your project, plan to pay <strong>$33 to $70 per hour <\/strong>or <strong>$29 to $65 <\/strong>per lawn. You can DIY to save money, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/\">hire a pro<\/a> to save time.<\/p>    <p>After all, if your new treehouse will be in your backyard, you\u2019ll want to make sure the area around the tree is mowed and kept neat.<\/p>    <div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"> <div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/landscaping\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find a professional landscaper<\/a><\/div> <\/div>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14-cost-of-a-diy-treehouse\">Cost of a DIY Treehouse<\/h2>    <p>If you\u2019ve been dreaming of building a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-build-treehouse\/\">DIY treehouse<\/a> but aren\u2019t sure where to begin, let us help. Here is a quick overview from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/treehouse-ideas\/\">pre-build stage<\/a> to stargazing in the treetops.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"15-equipment-needed\">Equipment Needed<\/h3>    <p>Here is a basic list of tools you may need:<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table aligncenter is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Saw<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Price<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Industry grade <br>corded reciprocating saw<\/td><td><strong>$108<\/strong> <br>including blade set<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cordless circular saw kit<\/td><td><strong>$350+<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Industry grade table saw\/stand<\/td><td><strong>$370+<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Industry grade miter saw<\/td><td><strong>$400+<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p><\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table aligncenter is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Other Tools and Materials<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Price<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hammer<\/td><td><strong>$5+<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Level (2 ft)<\/td><td><strong>$7+<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Speed square<\/td><td><strong>$7+<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Safety Equipment<\/td><td><strong>$32<\/strong>+ total <br>(breakdown below)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>&nbsp; &nbsp; &#8212; Safety glasses<\/td><td>&nbsp; &nbsp; <strong>&nbsp;&#8212; $2-$20<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>&nbsp; &nbsp; &#8212; Ear protection<\/td><td>&nbsp; &nbsp; <strong>&nbsp;&#8212; $3<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>&nbsp; &nbsp; &#8212; Gloves<\/td><td>&nbsp; &nbsp; <strong>&nbsp;&#8212; $10-$15<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>&nbsp; &nbsp; &#8212; Dust mask (5-pack)<\/td><td>&nbsp;  &nbsp; &#8212; <strong>$17<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Impact driver<\/td><td><strong>$80 &#8211; $200+<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Framing nail gun<\/td><td><strong>$250+<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"16-how-to-build-a-diy-treehouse\">How to Build a DIY Treehouse<\/h3>    <p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-build-treehouse\/\">How to build a treehouse<\/a> depends on the complexity of your planned backyard escape. If you have elaborate plans, you might not want to tackle this project yourself. For our purposes, we\u2019ve outlined how to build a very basic treehouse.<\/p>    <p>According to Fixr, a tree platform is the least expensive type of treehouse to build. It\u2019s also the simplest type of treehouse to build, which makes it ideal for a DIY project.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>To further save on your treehouse costs, we\u2019ll assume that you\u2019ll build with posts instead of attaching the platform to the tree. Treehouse fasteners and attachment bolts are specialty items, and using posts on concrete blocks or set into the ground will save you money and limit the amount of specialty carpentry you have to do.<\/p>    <p><strong>Pro Tip<\/strong>: If you are short on time, find a plan with as few cuts as possible. This will also save on labor and limit the chance you\u2019ll make a wrong cut.<\/p>    <h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"17-planning-your-treehouse\">Planning your treehouse<\/h4>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Consult with an arborist to choose a tree.<\/li><li>Draw up, buy, or download a blueprint.<\/li><li>Check with your local building code department, zoning department, and HOA to ensure you are following all guidelines and stipulations. Apply for a building permit.<\/li><li>Call 811 before you dig.<\/li><li>Make sure your homeowners insurance will cover your treehouse.<\/li><\/ul>    <h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"18-set-the-foundation-for-your-treehouse\">Set the foundation for your treehouse<\/h4>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Set your foundation posts.<\/li><li>Nail your bands and install the joists, braces, and decking to complete the platform.<\/li><\/ul>    <h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"19-build-walls-and-a-roof\">Build walls and a roof<\/h4>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Build the frame and raise the walls.<\/li><li>Build the roof frame.<\/li><li>Attach the siding.<\/li><li>Attach plywood or other roofing material.<\/li><\/ul>    <h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"20-finish-off-your-treehouse\">Finish off your treehouse<\/h4>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Attach railings and ladder.<\/li><li>Decorate for kids (or grown-up kids)<\/li><\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"21-diy-cost-vs-professional-service\">DIY Cost vs. Professional Service<\/h3>    <p>Fixr says that a simple treehouse platform with railings and a ladder costs around <strong>$4,000<\/strong> installed. Labor percentages vary widely but usually comprise at least 50% of the budget. Using a conservative 50% labor cost estimate, you can expect to pay <strong>$2,000<\/strong> or less in materials for this simple tree platform with railings and a ladder.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Another option for DIY enthusiasts is treehouse kits. These start around <strong>$500<\/strong> and go up from there. The simplest kits usually include the treehouse plans and hardware &#8212; no lumber. You can find DIY kits for the following accessories as well:&nbsp;<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table aligncenter is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Treehouse <\/strong><br><strong>Accessories<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Price<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Rope swings<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$30+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Rope bridge kits<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$70+ per linear foot<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Rope ladder<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$140+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Climbing nets<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$225+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Zip line kits<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$380+<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p><strong>Note:<\/strong> These prices come from a specialty supplier. Other suppliers offer similar kits for zip lines, rope swings, bridges, etc. We have steered away from these sites thinking that a specialty supplier should offer the highest quality products for this niche market.<\/p>    <p><strong>Pro Tip<\/strong>: Good quality accessories are only as good as their installation. Always consult with engineering professionals and an arborist to ensure safety. Expect to pay no less than <strong>$1,000<\/strong> for an engineer to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treetopbuilders.net\/engineering\/#content:~:text=The%20costs%20vary%2C%20but%20can%20be,preparation%20package%20for%20a%20large%20project.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">review your plans<\/a>. You\u2019ll pay more for more in-depth services such as code preparation.<\/p>    <div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_pexels-darren-lawrence-3822070.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"646\" height=\"430\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/rsz_pexels-darren-lawrence-3822070-646x430.jpg\" alt=\"young couple posing outside treehouse overlooking ocean\" class=\"wp-image-40363\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/rsz_pexels-darren-lawrence-3822070-646x430.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/rsz_pexels-darren-lawrence-3822070-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/rsz_pexels-darren-lawrence-3822070-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/rsz_pexels-darren-lawrence-3822070-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/rsz_pexels-darren-lawrence-3822070.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 646px) 100vw, 646px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Photo Credit: Darren Lawrence \/ <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/man-in-red-t-shirt-sitting-on-brown-wooden-ladder-3822070\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexel<\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/man-in-red-t-shirt-sitting-on-brown-wooden-ladder-3822070\/\" target=\"_blank\">s<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>    <div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"> <div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/tree-care\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find a professional arborist<\/a><\/div> <\/div>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"22-cost-of-a-treehouse-by-location\">Cost of a Treehouse by Location<\/h2>    <p>As with most home improvement projects, a higher cost of living where you live means higher home improvement and labor costs. If you are hiring a professional treehouse company from outside the local area, you\u2019ll need to factor in travel costs as part of your budget.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>A final note on location: If the crew must travel over the river and through the woods to access the build site, this will cost more as well.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"23-faq-about-treehouses\">FAQ About Treehouses<\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1635539043811\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\"\/>1. Which trees make the best treehouses?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The following varieties are common:<br\/>\ud83c\udf41 Beech<br\/>\ud83c\udf41 Fir<br\/>\ud83c\udf41 Hemlock<br\/>\ud83c\udf41 Hickory<br\/>\ud83c\udf41 Maple<br\/>\ud83c\udf41 Oak<br\/>\ud83c\udf41 Redwood<br\/><br\/>Consider hiring an arborist or engineer to help you pick the best tree for your project. Trees need a minimum girth and should be healthy and have a long life expectancy.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1635539079316\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\"\/>2. How much do treehouse companies charge?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Treehouses built by companies such as Nelson Treehouse, which is featured on Animal Planet\u2019s TV show <em>Treehouse Masters<\/em>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nelsontreehouse.com\/faq#-span-data-preserve-html-node-true-style-color-350f00-how-much-does-a-treehouse-cost-span-:~:text=How%20much%20does%20a%20treehouse%20cost%3F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">don\u2019t come cheap<\/a>. Pete Nelson and his team build projects that start around <strong>$300,000<\/strong>. Keep in mind that these are elaborate, custom treehouse designs.\u00a0<br\/><br\/>Other treehouse companies start around <strong>$22,500<\/strong> for a simple platform design and go up from there.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1635539150302\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\"\/>3. Can I rent a treehouse for a night?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Absolutely. If you want to enjoy a luxury treehouse hideaway experience without the hefty price tag, take a vacation in one for a night or two. Just ask your favorite search engine about treehouse vacation rentals near you, and you\u2019ll be an honorary member of the Swiss Family Robinson, if only for a day.<br\/><br\/>One famous treehouse retreat is TreeHouse Point, which is owned by Pete and Judy Nelson of Nelson Treehouse. Located just east of Seattle in Fall City, you can host events or stay overnight among the trees in the beautiful Pacific Northwest.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"24-conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>    <p>Building your own treehouse can be as simple or as pie-in-the-sky as you wish. The national average for a backyard treehouse is <strong>$7,350,<\/strong> with costs averaging from <strong>$7,000 &#8211; $15,000<\/strong>. You may spend as little as <strong>$3,425<\/strong> or as much as <strong>$225,000<\/strong>+.<\/p>    <p>Remember to enlist the help of a trained arborist or engineer to help you pick the best tree(s) for your project. From there, there are no limits to what you can design and build.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Whether your goal is to add to your DIY portfolio or create a custom design the world has never seen, treehouse builds are infinitely customizable. Whatever your design decisions, at the end of it all, you\u2019re bound to end up with a better view than when you started.<\/p>    <p>Main Photo Credit: Tony Guyton \/ <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/127478577@N02\/16968477139\/in\/photolist-rRrT5F-5qn77Q-8CD5y2-3EEb63-7ivhd6-7V7eXs-7V42mV-fSpRG-FNdy49-614X6x-dX2r5n-ehePtX-eheNWB-s8SKFi-ehkxXS-6i77Du-8i6A1G-8i3mg6-5V2afT-WisQVJ-61U1LC-dCPhN1-8CGacW-b9wBec-2kR1YL-2kLFf4-2kR39d-2kR2Jh-2kLFHr-2kR2Z9-2kR3t3-2kQGcu-2suhM-41pT7Q-2kQFRS-6rmeDN-6oTt4T-dSRnzN-sXJpAG-4fpqyb-F2tBY-9tEUgy-tfW1Q-mLbR3E-Ks2Pfv-tfWGN-KH4Dz-2PXsxA-tfWdd-tfWkX\" target=\"_blank\">Flick<\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/127478577@N02\/16968477139\/in\/photolist-rRrT5F-5qn77Q-8CD5y2-3EEb63-7ivhd6-7V7eXs-7V42mV-fSpRG-FNdy49-614X6x-dX2r5n-ehePtX-eheNWB-s8SKFi-ehkxXS-6i77Du-8i6A1G-8i3mg6-5V2afT-WisQVJ-61U1LC-dCPhN1-8CGacW-b9wBec-2kR1YL-2kLFf4-2kR39d-2kR2Jh-2kLFHr-2kR2Z9-2kR3t3-2kQGcu-2suhM-41pT7Q-2kQFRS-6rmeDN-6oTt4T-dSRnzN-sXJpAG-4fpqyb-F2tBY-9tEUgy-tfW1Q-mLbR3E-Ks2Pfv-tfWGN-KH4Dz-2PXsxA-tfWdd-tfWkX\" target=\"_blank\">r<\/a> \/ CC BY 2.0<\/p>    <div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"> <div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.networx.com\/carpenters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find a professional carpenter<\/a><\/div> <\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve been watching Treehouse Masters reruns, you may have a few ideas in mind for your own castle in [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":91,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1277],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-37293","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-cost"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":null,"author_info":{"display_name":"Sarah Bahr","author_link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/author\/sarah-fraticelli\/"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Pricing Guide: How Much Does a Treehouse Cost?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"How much does a treehouse cost? 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