BM2085
2,085 sq ft
$1,599
Arkansas consistently ranks among the cheapest states in America to build a barndominium, with rural land in the Ozarks and River Valley still available at prices that make a large shop-and-home combination realistic on a modest budget. Counties outside Little Rock, Fayetteville, and Bentonville metro areas often have light permitting requirements, though the northwest corner’s growth means Benton and Washington County are tightening. Tornado-zone wind considerations make quality anchoring and framing details worth taking seriously across the state. BuildMax plans can be built here as conventional wood frame or engineered steel — wood is usually the cheapest option in Arkansas markets.
Stock plan
$1,399–$2,199
Instant digital download
Framing kit
$28–$45
Per sq ft under roof, delivered
Typical turnkey build*
$125–$150
Per sq ft, by local contractors; varies by region
Kit pricing depends on design, span, wind and snow requirements, and delivery distance. Most Arkansas customers buy the plan first, price the build with local contractors, then order the framing package. *BuildMax supplies plans and framing kits — we do not offer turnkey construction. Turnkey figures are typical local-contractor costs shown for budgeting only.
Open-terrain wind exposure drives anchoring and framing details here. Your county or a local engineer can confirm the design wind speed, and BuildMax steel kits are engineered to your site’s rating.
Permitting runs through county and municipal building departments and varies widely across Arkansas. Confirm your jurisdiction’s requirements before buying land or breaking ground — it’s a one-phone-call check that prevents expensive surprises.
Where stamped plans are required, BuildMax provides CAD files so a Arkansas-licensed engineer can adapt and stamp any plan for your site’s loads. Steel framing kits are engineered to your location’s requirements.
Kit quotes delivered to any Arkansas county · plans download instantly
Yes. Building a barndominium is no different than building a custom-built home. A barndominium is a style of architecture with an influence from traditional American barns — just because we call it a barndominium doesn't mean you are building a barn. These are custom-designed homes. Confirm style requirements with your HOA or municipality before building.
Not statewide, but high-wind counties and some city jurisdictions require engineer-stamped plans. If you purchase a steel framing kit from us, the plans come with an engineered stamp. BuildMax also offers CAD files so a Arkansas-licensed engineer can adapt and stamp any plan.
Stock plans are priced on our website and come with an instant download. Framing kits and turnkey costs vary by region and design — request a quote for delivered kit pricing to your Arkansas county.
