What drives the price of a 300 sq ft putting green
Costs come from the base you build, the turf system you choose, and the features you add. Market rates and site access also matter. Here is how pros budget it.
Groundwork and base
- Excavation and haul off: volume of soil, vegetation removal, and disposal fees.
- Base build: compacted crushed rock and fines for a smooth, fast surface. Depth typically 3 to 5 inches.
- Drainage: native percolation, slope, french drains or weep paths if needed.
Turf system and components
- Putting turf: stitch density, pile height, and face weight affect roll and price.
- Infill: silica or specialty blends to dial speed and hold shape.
- Cups, sleeves, and flags: quantity and placement.
- Seams and adhesives: number of seams and shape complexity.
- Fringe or chipping collar: optional surround that adds square footage and labor.
Site and access
- Access width and distance: machine access vs wheelbarrow work.
- Edging and borders: bender board, pavers, or steel.
- Utilities and irrigation: cap or reroute lines in the work area.
- Regional labor and material rates: vary by market.
Example build scenarios and budgets
Essential performance build
Clean shape, two to three cups, no fringe. Professional install with proper base and drainage.
- Base prep and compaction: $1,800 to $2,700
- Putting turf and seaming: $1,400 to $2,400
- Infill and roll-in: $200 to $360
- Cups, sleeves, and flags: $250 to $600
- Edging: $250 to $600
- Labor and equipment: $1,300 to $2,000
- Access and mobilization: $200 to $600
Typical total for this configuration falls in the mid range of most estimates.
Surface with 12 inch fringe ring
Add a one foot chipping collar around the green. Expect roughly 60 to 90 additional square feet depending on shape.
- Fringe turf and install: $900 to $1,400
- Extra seaming and shaping time: $150 to $300
This upgrade usually pushes the project toward the top of common ranges while improving playability.
Premium features that add to the budget
- Advanced shaping and multiple breaks: $600 to $1,200
- Additional cups and complex hole locations: $150 to $300 each
- Decorative borders or pavers: $600 to $1,200
- Enhanced drainage in wet soils: $500 to $1,000
- Low voltage lighting: $600 to $2,000
Premium options can push totals beyond typical ranges. Choose features that match how you plan to practice.
Cost per square foot explained
Most residential greens price by scope, then reconcile to a per square foot view. For a 300 square foot surface, common ranges are:
- Base build and grading: $6 to $10 per sq ft
- Putting turf materials: $4.50 to $8 per sq ft
- Infill: $0.60 to $1.20 per sq ft
- Seaming and adhesives: $0.30 to $0.80 per sq ft
- Labor and equipment: $4 to $7 per sq ft
Add fixed items like cups, edging, access, and any fringe square footage to get your total.
Ways to save without hurting performance
- Keep the shape simple to reduce seams and waste.
- Limit to two or three cups for a 300 square foot surface.
- Use a modest fringe width or skip it now and add later.
- Choose a proven turf SKU that balances speed and value.
- Plan clear access and staging to cut labor time.
What a professional quote should include
- Site prep plan, base depth, and drainage approach.
- Exact turf model, color, pile height, and warranty terms.
- Cup count, locations, and included accessories.
- Fringe specification and square footage if applicable.
- Edging type and linear footage.
- Cleanup, haul away, and any permits or utility work.
- Schedule, payment terms, and exclusions.
Timeline and next steps
- On site assessment and design: 30 to 60 minutes.
- Install duration: usually 1 to 3 days for 300 square feet, weather and access dependent.
- Cure and settle: light use same day, full play once infill is rolled and set.
Want a precise number for your yard and goals? Share a few photos, your zip code, and desired features. FusionTurf will scope a build that plays true and fits your budget.
