Paver patio installation cost in Littleton runs $32 to $60 per square foot, materials and labor both included. A typical backyard project lands somewhere between $9,600 and $24,000 depending on size and material.
If that’s the number you came here for, there it is. Everything below explains what pushes it toward one end of that range or the other, and what you should actually be asking any contractor you consider hiring.
What a Paver Patio Costs in Littleton
Most Littleton patios fall somewhere between $9,600 and $24,000, which corresponds to the 300 to 400 square foot range. That’s a useful orientation number, but what actually matters is the per-square-foot rate, which sits at $32 to $60 installed for most paver materials.
Here’s a quick size breakdown to give you a starting point:
| Patio Size | Low Estimate | High Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| 100 sq ft | $3,200 | $6,000 |
| 200 sq ft | $6,400 | $12,000 |
| 300 sq ft | $9,600 | $18,000 |
| 400 sq ft | $12,800 | $24,000 |
| 500 sq ft | $16,000 | $30,000 |
Cost by Paver Material
| Material | Installed Cost per Sq Ft |
|---|---|
| Concrete pavers | $32 – $50 |
| Brick pavers | $32 – $60 |
| Natural stone (flagstone, etc.) | $40 – $70+ |
- Concrete pavers are the most flexible choice, with the widest variety of shapes, textures, and colors. Manufacturers like Unilock and Belgard have spent decades refining them for exactly the kind of conditions you get in Littleton.
- Brick pavers bring a more traditional warmth, and they hold color well over time. They sit closer to the middle of the range.
- Natural stone is the premium tier. Flagstone in particular requires more hand-cutting and judgment during installation, which is why the per-square-foot cost tends to run higher. It's beautiful work, but it doesn't tolerate a sloppy base.
Our piece on concrete vs. pavers is worth a look if you’d like a more in-depth side-by-side comparison.
Cost by Patio Size
Size drives the total cost more than any other single factor.
This is obvious in principle, but it also reveals something people sometimes don’t realize: the per-square-foot rate doesn’t decrease much as you go larger, because labor and base prep scale almost linearly with square footage.
So if you’re debating between a 250 and a 350 square foot footprint, that decision has real weight.
We find most Littleton homeowners end up in the 300 to 400 square foot range when they add seating areas and a connection point to the house. That said, the right size depends entirely on your yard layout and how you intend to use the space.
What Moves the Price in Littleton
Base Prep and Drainage, the Part People Never Price In
The base beneath a paver patio is what determines whether it stays level for twenty years or starts rocking and shifting within five.
In Colorado, that matters more than most places, because the ground heaves with freeze-thaw cycles every winter.
A proper base involves excavation, compacted gravel, bedding sand, and edge restraints, and in Littleton’s clay-heavy soils, drainage management often adds complexity.
No reputable contractor buries this cost. It shows up in the quote. But if someone’s price looks suspiciously low, this is often the first thing that got skipped.
Slope, Steps, and Retaining Work
A flat, square yard is the cheapest site to work. Most Littleton properties aren’t that.
Once a slope enters the picture, you’re dealing with cut-and-fill grading, and often retaining walls or step units to manage grade changes between levels. These are skilled masonry builds.
Steps and walls can meaningfully shift the project cost because they take time, they require precision, and the material costs stack up. That said, they’re also some of the best work we do.
A well-built retaining wall or a set of cleanly detailed steps can define an entire outdoor space.
Access to the Yard
If a crew can’t get equipment into your backyard easily, whether that means a tight gate, a side yard that’s too narrow, or landscaping that has to be worked around, labor time goes up.
It’s not a huge factor for most properties, but worth mentioning during your site walk.
For more information, check out our blog on common paver installation mistakes homeowners don’t anticipate.
Pricing FAQ
They do. The ROI on paver patio installation tends to run around 69%, which makes it one of the stronger outdoor investments for resale. More than the number, though, a well-built patio extends the usable living space of your home for years before you ever think about selling.
Ready to See What Your Yard Can Become?
Pricing a paver patio yourself gets you to a ballpark. Getting the right number, the one that accounts for your soil, your slope, your material preferences, and how you actually want to use the space, takes an eye on the ground.
At Land Designs by Colton, owner Jonathan brings a background trained in landscape architecture from Mississippi State University and has been designing Littleton projects since we opened in 2011.
Every paver patio installation we do comes with a 5-year warranty. We’re also ICPI-certified, which means the installation meets the industry’s published standards for base preparation and structural performance, not just our own word for it.
When you’re ready to talk specifics, call us at (720) 580-3677 or message us here.