Saleable or gross PSF — which matters?

HK prices by saleable area, so saleable PSF is the fair basis.

What is the efficiency rate?

Saleable ÷ gross area; lower means more common-area cost.

To see how much you pay for non-saleable space.

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Saleable vs Gross PSF | Efficiency Rate

Enter the price, saleable area and gross area to compare saleable PSF and gross PSF, and reveal the efficiency rate and how much you pay for non-saleable space.

Price

HKD

Saleable area (sq ft)

ft²

Gross floor area (sq ft)

ft²

Comparison

Saleable PSFHK$16,000

Gross PSFHK$12,308

Efficiency rate76.9%

Non-saleable area150 ft²

Amount paid for non-saleable areaHK$1,846,154

In Hong Kong, saleable area is the fairest pricing basis; gross area includes common parts — the lower the efficiency, the more you pay for corridors/walls.

About this tool

NestHK

NestHK editorial team — data analysts and on-the-ground Hong Kong renting & buying researchers turning open government data and public transaction records into actionable neighbourhood advice.

Basis of calculation

HK Inland Revenue Department — residential Ad Valorem Stamp Duty (AVD) bands
HKMA mortgage guidance (70% LTV cap / 50% DSR)
Rating and Valuation Department — price & rent statistics
Census and Statistics Department — household income & housing
Hong Kong Open Data Portal DATA.GOV.HK

FAQ

Saleable or gross PSF — which matters?: HK prices by saleable area, so saleable PSF is the fair basis.
What is the efficiency rate?: Saleable ÷ gross area; lower means more common-area cost.
Why compare?: To see how much you pay for non-saleable space.

This tool is for decision reference only. All calculations are based on the assumptions you enter and do not constitute investment, legal or tax advice. Figures are shown in their original currency, without inflation or personal tax adjustments. Data provided by NestHK — see more housing-decision tools in the free tools.