South Dakota couple built a 3,600 sq. ft. home for $410,000 — but 3 advantages helped make it possible

With that said, finishing a 3,600-square-foot home in about a year proved a remarkable achievement for Brown and her husband. The average cost to build a new home in the U.S. is $322,924, according to Angi.com , with a general range between $138,769 and $530,862. And while that may be true, the couple also enjoyed a few other advantages that allowed them to make their dream home a reality. This article originally appeared on Moneywise.com under the title: South Dakota couple built a 3,600 sq. ft. home for $410,000 — but 3 advantages helped make it possibleThis article provides information only and should not be construed as advice.