Backyard landscape pricing in Colorado (especially Denver metro) varies a lot depending on yard size, materials, and features like patios, turf, or retaining walls. We are offering Free Landscape Estimate and Consultation Contact us to schedule an appointment.
Budgeting and Pricing your project
Planning and implementing a successful landscaping project requires careful consideration of budget, design elements, materials, timeline and expectations. Knowing what type of work needs to be done and how much it will cost is the best way to ensure that your landscaping dreams become reality
There's useful information below to get you started.
Basic Pricing Cost
Budget : $8,000-15,000
Get a sketch , 2D or 3D landscape Design
A Basic walkway or stepping stones from front Driveway to the back patio.
A Basic Patio approximately 100-150 sqft with Pavers
A new irrigation installed less than 1500sqft
500-1000 sqft SOD installation.
About x10 5Gallons Plants
600-1000sqft Rocks Installation
A Basic Berm build with flowerbed and Mulch 300-500sqft
Medium :
Budget : $15,000-$30,000
Get a sketch , 2D or 3D landscape Design
Including Basic Irrigation and Small Patio with simple Firepits
A Retaining Walls structures to help with Grading .
1 – 1.5 tons Boulders x5 laying around landscape area.
10 x 10 Cedarwood Pergolas.
Natural Gas Outdoor Firepit Installation.
1000-2000 qft Rocks Installation
A Basic Berm build with flowerbed and Mulch 1000-1500 sqft
Large Project
Budget : $30,000 - $60,000
Get a sketch , 2D or 3D landscape Design
Irrigation, Planting areas, Sod , Turf, Lightings
A Basic walkway or stepping stones from front Driveway to the back patio.
Large Paver Patio with Seating Walls , Firepit, Pergolas
Outdoor kitchen, Lightings, Firepit, Driveway, Seating Walls, Water Features.
Pergolas, Gazebo Built in with paver patio or Outdoor Kitchen.
Ultimate Landscape
Budget : $60,000+
Get a sketch , 2D or 3D landscape Design
Pool Installation, Hot Tub, Lightings
A Retaining Walls structures or Terrace Walls to elevate the entire Property.
1 – 1.5 tons Boulders x15 laying around landscape area.
Water Fall , Water Features
Natural Gas Outdoor Firepit Installation.
A Large Waterfall installation
Basic Builder Package
Typical HOA minimum landscaping
Sod lawn
Basic irrigation
Rock mulch beds
3–5 shrubs
💰 $8,000 – $15,000
Standard Backyard Landscape
Most common in Denver suburbs
Paver patio
Sod or turf lawn
Plant beds
irrigation
edging / rock
💰 $20,000 – $45,000
Luxury Outdoor Living Backyard
Large paver patio
retaining walls
outdoor kitchen
fire pit
lighting
turf / xeriscape
💰 $60,000 – $150,000+
Biggest Factors That Affect Price
Backyard size
Access to yard (tight access increases labor)
Retaining walls or grading
Hardscape materials (pavers vs concrete)
Drainage and irrigation
Design complexity
💡 Quick rule many Colorado landscapers use:
Basic backyard: $10–$15 per sq ft
Typical backyard: $15–$30 per sq ft
Luxury outdoor living: $30–$75+ per sq ft
Common Backyard Feature Pricing (Colorado)
Patio Installation
| Patio Type | Average Cost |
|---|---|
| Small patio | $5,000 – $10,000 |
| Standard paver patio | $10,000 – $25,000 |
| Large patio / multi-level | $25,000 – $75,000+ |
Example: an 18×16 paver patio (~288 sq ft) averages about $10,500 installed.
Retaining Walls
| Wall Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Small garden wall | $3,500 – $10,000 |
| Structural retaining wall | $10,000 – $50,000 |
| Large tiered wall systems | $50,000 – $100,000+ |
Artificial Turf
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Artificial turf install | $9 – $17 per sq ft |
| 1,000 sq ft backyard | $9,000 – $17,000 |
Artificial turf typically lasts 15–20 years in Colorado climate.
Xeriscape (Low-Water Landscaping)
Very popular in Colorado due to water restrictions.
| Yard Size | Average Cost |
|---|---|
| 500 sq ft | $5,000 – $9,000 |
| 1,000 sq ft | $10,000 – $18,000 |
| 2,000 sq ft | $18,000+ |
Professional xeriscaping typically costs $10–$18 per sq ft.
Irrigation System
| System | Cost |
|---|---|
| New sprinkler system | $2,000 – $4,500 |
| Repairs / upgrades | $75 – $150 per hour |