How much does it cost to build a 8x8 shed?
About $2,894 to $3,381 in materials for an 8x8 shed (64 square feet, also written 8x8), or $45.21 to $52.83 per square foot. The figures are our plans engine's priced materials list for this exact size, framing to roofing.
8x8 gable shed: $3,141 to $3,381
| Siding and roofing | Materials | Per sq ft |
|---|---|---|
| LP SmartSide siding, asphalt shingles | $3,141 | $49.08 |
| LP SmartSide siding, metal roof | $3,181 | $49.71 |
| T1-11 siding, asphalt shingles | $3,271 | $51.12 |
| T1-11 siding, metal roof | $3,311 | $51.74 |
| Board and batten siding, asphalt shingles | $3,341 | $52.21 |
| Board and batten siding, metal roof | $3,381 | $52.83 |
Where the money goes (LP SmartSide siding and asphalt shingles)
| Part | Cost | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Plywood, OSB and siding panels | $914 | 29% |
| Framing lumber | $690 | 22% |
| Trim and finishing | $403 | 13% |
| Roofing | $376 | 12% |
| Nails, screws and fasteners | $342 | 11% |
| Door and window parts | $216 | 7% |
| Foundation (skids, blocks, gravel) | $155 | 5% |
| Hardware | $46 | 1% |
Optional extras the plan lists but leaves out of the total come to about $22 more.
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8x8 lean-to shed: $2,894 to $3,203
| Siding and roofing | Materials | Per sq ft |
|---|---|---|
| LP SmartSide siding, asphalt shingles | $2,894 | $45.21 |
| LP SmartSide siding, metal roof | $2,968 | $46.37 |
| T1-11 siding, asphalt shingles | $3,024 | $47.24 |
| T1-11 siding, metal roof | $3,098 | $48.40 |
| Board and batten siding, asphalt shingles | $3,129 | $48.88 |
| Board and batten siding, metal roof | $3,203 | $50.04 |
Where the money goes (LP SmartSide siding and asphalt shingles)
| Part | Cost | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Plywood, OSB and siding panels | $894 | 31% |
| Framing lumber | $642 | 22% |
| Trim and finishing | $405 | 14% |
| Nails, screws and fasteners | $318 | 11% |
| Roofing | $266 | 9% |
| Door and window parts | $167 | 6% |
| Foundation (skids, blocks, gravel) | $155 | 5% |
| Hardware | $47 | 2% |
Optional extras the plan lists but leaves out of the total come to about $22 more.
8x8 Lean-To Shed plans: cut list, drawings and the full materials list · Price your own options in the free calculator
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.
Similar sizes
- What a 4x8 shed costs to build (32 sq ft)
- What a 6x8 shed costs to build (48 sq ft)
- What an 8x10 shed costs to build (80 sq ft)
- What an 8x12 shed costs to build (96 sq ft)
Questions
How much does it cost to build a 8x8 shed?
About $2,894 to $3,381 in materials at typical US big-box prices, depending on the roof style, siding and roofing you choose: $45.21 to $52.83 per square foot of floor. Tax, delivery, paint and labor are extra.
What makes a 8x8 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 $240 more; For the lean-to version, LP SmartSide siding and asphalt shingles is cheapest and board and batten siding and a metal roof costs $309 more.
Is an 8x8 shed the same price?
Yes: an 8x8 shed has the same 64 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.