How to convert square feet to square meters
To convert square feet to square meters, multiply by 0.09290304. One square foot is exactly 0.09290304 square meters, a conversion used for property listings, flooring and rental comparisons.
Square Foot to Square Meter conversion table
| Square Foot (ft²) | Square Meter (m²) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 ft² | 0.009290304 m² |
| 0.5 ft² | 0.04645152 m² |
| 1 ft² | 0.09290304 m² |
| 2 ft² | 0.18580608 m² |
| 3 ft² | 0.27870912 m² |
| 4 ft² | 0.37161216 m² |
| 5 ft² | 0.4645152 m² |
| 10 ft² | 0.9290304 m² |
| 20 ft² | 1.8580608 m² |
| 25 ft² | 2.322576 m² |
| 50 ft² | 4.645152 m² |
| 100 ft² | 9.290304 m² |
| 500 ft² | 46.45152 m² |
| 1,000 ft² | 92.90304 m² |
About the units
Square Foot (ft²)
A square foot equals exactly 0.09290304 m² and is the standard unit for US home sizes.
Square Meter (m²)
The square meter is the SI unit of area, used for floor space and property listings worldwide.
How to use this converter
- Type the number of square feet (ft²) in the input box.
- The result in square meters appears instantly — no button needed.
- See the same value in every other area unit just below.
- Use “Swap units” to convert square meters back to square feet.
When you’ll use the square foot to square meter conversion
You are relocating from the US to Europe and your current apartment is 950 sq ft. Converting gives about 88 m², so you can compare apartments listed in square meters.
A flooring supplier quotes per square meter but your floor plan is in square feet. Converting the room size lets you compare quotes.
💡 For a quick estimate in your head, multiply by about 0.093 (the exact factor is 0.09290304).
Watch out for these mix-ups
- Dividing by 3.28 instead of 10.76 — areas use the square of the length factor.
- Comparing gross and net areas from different listings.
- Rounding before multiplying by a price per square meter.
- Including walls and balconies inconsistently.
Tips for better results
- Divide square feet by 10.764 for square meters.
- Check whether listings include balconies and storage.
- Convert the price per area too when comparing costs.
💡 Practical tip: One square meter is about 10.76 square feet, not 3.28 — area conversions use the squared factor.
Frequently asked questions
How many square meters are in one square foot?
One square foot equals 0.09290304 square meters. 0.09290304 is the exact factor used by this converter.
How do I convert square feet to square meters?
Multiply the value in square feet by 0.09290304. To go the other way, multiply square meters by 10.7639104167.
What is 10 ft² in m²?
10 ft² = 0.9290304 m². Also, 5 ft² = 0.4645152 m² and 100 ft² = 9.290304 m².
What is the difference between a square foot and a square meter?
A square foot equals exactly 0.09290304 m² and is the standard unit for US home sizes. The square meter is the SI unit of area, used for floor space and property listings worldwide.
Is this tool free and private?
Yes — the Square Foot to Square Meter is completely free with no sign-up, and it runs entirely in your browser, so the values you enter are never uploaded to our servers.
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