RSMeans' February 2013 Cost Comparison Report breaks down the average construction costs per square foot for four types of office buildings across 25 metro markets. Building types include: Office, 2-4 Stories; Office 5-10 Stories; Office, 11-20 Stories, and Medical Offices. Click here to access the RSMeans chart.
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