Square Foot
sq. ft.
A unit of area equal to a square measuring one foot on each side.
Detailed Explanation
A square foot is a standard unit used to measure area. It is commonly used for apartments, offices, shops, commercial spaces and built-up property areas.
In Plain Terms
This is probably the most common property measurement you will hear. If someone says an apartment is 1,000 square feet, they are talking about the total area measured in one-foot-by-one-foot units.
Unit Converter
0.1111
square yard
0.0929
square meter
2.30e-5
acre
9.29e-6
hectare
Values are approximate where necessary.
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This definition is provided for general informational purposes only and is not legal, financial or tax advice. Property rules and authority policies can change — verify current requirements with the relevant authority or a qualified professional.