Are closets included in square footage?

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Are closets included in the square footage of a house?  Is there anything that's a part of the house, but doesn't count towards square footage?  Thanks!

Amanda Courtney · Accepted Answer

Closets inside the heated and cooled living area are included in the square footage. Storage areas that are not climate controlled, such as garages, attics, or exterior closets, are not included.

Lisa and Greg Harris · Answer

Keep in mind anything heated and cooled is typically included in the sq footage as long as it is finished space. AN unfished basement is not. so it needs to be living space. The garage is not included, patios not included. I hope this helps.

Sami Vecchiolla · Answer

Heated living space is typically what is included in square footage.

Evan Harlow · Answer

Yes they are included in the total square footage of the home.

Ben Foullon · Answer

Hey Henry! Yes, closets are included in sqft. Parts of the house that are not included in the sqft would be attic space, garages, and unfinished basements.

Lindsey Flynn · Answer

Hi! Yes, closets are included in the square footage of your home! I work in Michigan and basements are not typically considered in the square footage (known as below grade square footage VS above grade square footage), garages, decks, porches, and attics are not considered either.

Danielle Geving · Answer

Yes, they are!

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