Area Converter - Square Meters to Square Feet, Acres to Hectares
Convert between square meters, square feet, acres, hectares, and more. Ideal for real estate and land measurements.
How to Use the Area Converter
- Select Source Unit: Choose the area unit you're converting from (square meters, square feet, acres, hectares) from the "From" dropdown.
- Enter Area Value: Type the area measurement you want to convert. Supports large numbers for land and property measurements.
- Choose Target Unit: Select the area unit you want to convert to from the "To" dropdown menu.
- View Converted Area: See your converted area instantly. Essential for real estate, construction, and land measurements.
Area Conversion Formulas
Square Meters to Square Feet
sq ft = sq m × 10.764Example: 100 sq m = 100 × 10.764 = 1,076.4 sq ft
Acres to Hectares
hectares = acres × 0.404686Example: 10 acres = 10 × 0.404686 = 4.047 hectares
Square Feet to Square Meters
sq m = sq ft ÷ 10.764Example: 1,000 sq ft = 1,000 ÷ 10.764 = 92.903 sq m
Area Conversion Reference Table
| Metric | Imperial | Conversion Factor | Common Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 sq cm | 0.155 sq inches | × 0.155 | Small surfaces |
| 1 sq meter | 10.764 sq feet | × 10.764 | Room size |
| 1 hectare | 2.471 acres | × 2.471 | Land area |
| 1 sq km | 247.1 acres | × 247.1 | Large areas |
| 1 acre | 4,047 sq meters | × 4,047 | US land standard |
| 1 sq mile | 640 acres | × 640 | Large territories |
Real-World Area Conversion Examples
Real Estate
Convert property sizes between square meters (used globally) and square feet (used in US). A 100 sq m apartment equals approximately 1,076 sq ft, helping you compare properties internationally.
Land Measurement
Convert land area between acres (used in US/UK) and hectares (used globally). Essential for agriculture, real estate, and land development projects. One hectare equals about 2.5 acres.
Construction Projects
Convert floor areas, room sizes, and building footprints. Critical for architects and contractors working internationally. Accurate conversions ensure proper material ordering and cost estimation.
Gardening & Farming
Convert garden plots and farm fields between different area units. Useful for planning, purchasing land, and understanding agricultural measurements used in different countries.
Understanding Area Measurement Systems
Understanding Area
Area measures the size of a two-dimensional surface. It's calculated by multiplying length by width. Different units developed for different scales: square centimeters for small items, square meters for rooms, hectares for land, and square kilometers for large territories.
Metric Area Units
The metric system uses square meters as the base unit, with prefixes: square millimeters, square centimeters, square meters, hectares (10,000 sq m), and square kilometers (1,000,000 sq m). This decimal system makes conversions simple.
Imperial Area Units
The imperial system uses square feet and square yards for smaller areas, and acres (43,560 sq ft) for land. One square mile equals 640 acres. These units evolved from historical measurement systems and are still used in the US and UK.
Area Conversion Tips
- 1 square meter = 10.764 square feet (memorize for real estate)
- 1 acre = approximately 4,047 square meters or 43,560 square feet
- For quick conversion: 1 hectare ≈ 2.5 acres
- When buying property, always verify area measurements in both units
- Construction: 1 square yard = 9 square feet = 0.836 square meters