How Much Does Tile Cost for a Apartment?
Updated July 2026 · Pricing data from Floormath's flooring cost model
A typical apartment runs about 850 square feet. Installed tile flooring for that space costs $5,983 to $32,716 in 2026 depending on product tier, with the middle of the market near $15,971.
Apartment cost by product tier
| Product tier | Material | Installed range | Typical total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Ceramic Tile | $3.49/sf | $5,983–$11,211 | $8,363 |
| Standard Porcelain Tile | $4.99/sf | $8,151–$14,016 | $10,616 |
| Wood-Look Porcelain Plank | $5.49/sf | $9,001–$15,418 | $11,508 |
| Large-Format Porcelain | $7.99/sf | $12,316–$21,496 | $15,971 |
| Travertine / Slate Tile | $7.99/sf | $11,551–$19,626 | $15,121 |
| Mosaic Tile | $9.99/sf | $16,311–$30,846 | $21,241 |
| Marble Tile — Luxury | $14.99/sf | $18,521–$32,716 | $24,216 |
Totals include 10% material waste and professional installation.
Choosing tile for a apartment
Sound transmission matters — many buildings require underlayment with a minimum IIC rating.
Measure your actual room — apartments vary a lot — and remember installers add 10% for waste. If your apartment is bigger or smaller than 850 sq ft, the per-square-foot rates above scale linearly.
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How big is an average apartment?
A typical apartment in a US home measures around 850 sq ft average — about 850 square feet. Yours may differ, so measure wall to wall and multiply length by width.
What's the best tile tier for a apartment?
Sound transmission matters — many buildings require underlayment with a minimum IIC rating.
What does labor cost for a apartment?
Professional tile installation for a 850 sq ft apartment runs roughly $7,650 at national-average rates, adjusted by state.