How much does it cost to build a 12x16 shed?
About $5,201 to $5,808 in materials for a 12x16 shed (192 square feet, also written 16x12), or $27.09 to $30.25 per square foot. The figures are our plans engine's priced materials list for this exact size, framing to roofing.
12x16 gable shed: $5,201 to $5,808
| Siding and roofing | Materials | Per sq ft |
|---|---|---|
| LP SmartSide siding, asphalt shingles | $5,201 | $27.09 |
| LP SmartSide siding, metal roof | $5,318 | $27.70 |
| T1-11 siding, asphalt shingles | $5,453 | $28.40 |
| T1-11 siding, metal roof | $5,570 | $29.01 |
| Board and batten siding, asphalt shingles | $5,692 | $29.64 |
| Board and batten siding, metal roof | $5,808 | $30.25 |
Where the money goes (LP SmartSide siding and asphalt shingles)
| Part | Cost | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Plywood, OSB and siding panels | $1,784 | 34% |
| Framing lumber | $1,259 | 24% |
| Roofing | $615 | 12% |
| Nails, screws and fasteners | $536 | 10% |
| Trim and finishing | $460 | 9% |
| Foundation (skids, blocks, gravel) | $278 | 5% |
| Door and window parts | $216 | 4% |
| Hardware | $53 | 1% |
Optional extras the plan lists but leaves out of the total come to about $44 more.
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What isn't in the price
Not included: sales tax, delivery, paint or stain, a permit if your town needs one, tools, and labor if you hire a builder. Prices are typical US big-box shelf prices for 2025-26 and move up or down by about a third with region and season, so check your local store before you buy.
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Questions
How much does it cost to build a 12x16 shed?
About $5,201 to $5,808 in materials at typical US big-box prices, depending on the roof style, siding and roofing you choose: $27.09 to $30.25 per square foot of floor. Tax, delivery, paint and labor are extra.
What makes a 12x16 shed cost more?
Siding and roofing move the price most. For the gable version, LP SmartSide siding and asphalt shingles is cheapest and board and batten siding and a metal roof costs $607 more.
Is a 16x12 shed the same price?
Yes: a 16x12 shed has the same 192 square feet, and the materials are the same whichever way round you write it.
The plans are a guide: check local codes, and your building department, before you build.