How Much Does a Pickleball Court Cost?

You have been waiting at your public park for about 20 minutes in line to get a game in with your family or friends, then a thought comes to you: “How much does it cost to put a court in my backyard?” Well, there are different factors for you to consider. (1) How much space is needed for a pickleball court, (2) What material should be considered for a pickleball court, (3) What features do you want on your court, (4) How many colors do you want your court to be? These are the four factors you need to consider before knowing the cost of the average court.

           When it comes to space, The playing area of a court is 20’ X 44’, but the minimum amount of space your court should be is 28’ X 50’ to give you the borders needed around your new court. The area of an official Pickleball Court is 30’ X 60’; and is ideal for those who want the most authentic pickleball experience. Because 30’ X 60’ is the official space, It will be the measurement described in the overall cost of the court.

           The material is vital to know as well. The two types of Courts we will be considering are post-Tension based concrete, or Rebar and microfiber-based concrete. The superior choice of the two is post-tension-based concrete. The advantages of Post-Tension Courts are:

1. The ball receives a better bounce.
2. The acrylic last longer on post-tension concrete due to no saw cuts on the court.
3. Post-tension courts have superior longevity.
4. The versatility of court design and location.

The advantage of a rebar and microfiber-based court is the cost. On average, a rebar and microfiber-based court is $11,000 cheaper than a post-tension court.  

           The features of a court vary from person to person. Some people want a fence around the perimeter of a court with two gates. Some people wish to have concrete seating and grow boxes. Another person might want all the features stated before, plus lights and a basketball hoop. Whatever you want, we can do it for you. Because the elements of a court vary, the only features considered regarding the price are the concrete, acrylic, and net.

           The quality of the acrylic and the way the acrylic is applied should be done according to the guidelines of USA pickleball. We guarantee that the acrylic we use matches tournament-ready court specs. Regarding colors, you will have the option of choosing between one to three colors. Most of the courts we do are two-color, so this will be the color quantity when discussing the average price. You can decide on the colors used on your court here.

           Now we can talk about price. The average cost of a post-tension-based court is between $40,000 – $50,000. The average cost of a rebar and Microfiber based court is between $28,000-$38,000. Having a court in your yard will help you stay fit, raise your property value, save on water and help create memories for you and your family. Ace Courts is ready to assist you!

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