2026 Pricing
What turf costs
in Phoenix.
Real numbers. No bait prices.
Installed artificial turf in the Phoenix area typically runs $6 to $12 per square foot. Retro Turf lawns start at $7 per square foot installed, and most 500 square foot backyards land between $3,500 and $5,500.
Starting prices by project
| Project | What's different | From |
|---|---|---|
| Lawns | Front yards, backyards, side yards. | $7/sq ft |
| Pet Turf | Flow-through backing and odor-fighting infill. | $8.50/sq ft |
| Putting Greens | True-rolling surface, fringe collar, real cups. | $14/sq ft, $2,500 min |
| Play Areas | Shock pad matched to your playset's fall height. | $12/sq ft |
| Pool & Patio | Turf strips, paver borders, pool surrounds. | Custom |
| HOA & Commercial | Parks, rec & fitness facilities, amenity lawns + more. | Custom |
What's included
Every installed price covers the work that decides how long turf lasts:
- Removing the existing grass and organic layer
- Grading so water drains away from the house
- Weed barrier and a crushed-rock or decomposed granite base, compacted in layers
- The turf, seamed and secured, with edges tucked
- Infill, power brushing and full cleanup and haul-off
What a typical yard costs
| Yard | Size | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Small side yard or dog run | 250 sq ft | $1,750 to $2,750 |
| Typical backyard | 500 sq ft | $3,500 to $5,500 |
| Large backyard | 1,000 sq ft | $7,000 to $11,000 |
Lawn pricing at $7 to $11 per sq ft installed. Pet turf, putting greens and play areas price higher.
What changes the price
| Rock or gravel removal | About $1 to $3 per sq ft |
| Concrete or paver demo | About $4 to $10 per sq ft |
| Pet upgrade (drainage + odor infill) | About $1 to $3 per sq ft |
| Complex shapes and curves | About $1 to $2 per sq ft |
| Tight, wheelbarrow-only access | About 10 to 20% more labor |
| Cooling infill, drains, borders | Quoted per yard |
Turf also comes in 15 foot wide rolls, so odd shapes include some waste. We show you the layout so it's clear.
Transform your lawn with $0 down.
Your new yard doesn't have to wait. With our buy now, pay later financing you can start with $0 down and spread the cost out over time. Financing is on approved credit and terms are set by the lender. Ask us at your free measure and we'll walk you through it.
Do rebates cover turf?
Usually not. Mesa says conversions adding only artificial turf do not qualify, and Chandler says areas converted to turf will not qualify. Most other Valley programs require living plants. Queen Creek is the exception, allowing up to 1,000 square feet of turf with enough plant canopy.
Every program requires city approval before any grass is removed. If you want a rebate, apply first. See the details for your city.
How to compare quotes
Look past the price per square foot. Ask every installer to put these in writing:
- Base depth and how many compaction layers
- Drainage plan and grading
- Haul-off of the old grass and dirt
- Turf product, weight and UV warranty
- Infill type and amount
That's where low quotes cut corners, and where turf fails a few summers later.
Market ranges reflect published pricing from Phoenix-area installers, October 2026. Rebate rules from City of Mesa, City of Chandler and Town of Queen Creek. Programs change; confirm with your city before you start.
