The cost of building a house can vary depending on the type of house and the location. The cost of building a single-story, two-bedroom home in a rural area will be significantly less than that of a three-story, four-bedroom home in an urban area. There are several ways to save money when building a new home. First, consider building your own home instead. DIYers can save up to 40% by doing the work themselves and avoiding high construction costs for materials and labor. Another way to save money is by choosing an existing construction site that is already built or partially built rather than starting from scratch on your own land. You can also consider buying or renting an existing home and renovating it yourself, which could potentially be cheaper than buying new furniture.