http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Garage-attic-and-unfinished-basements-in-total-square-footage/250820/ Zillow Advice | Zillow Real Estate http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Garage-attic-and-unfinished-basements-in-total-square-footage/250820/ In Portland OR, a finished basement is NOT included in the square footage, even though it may have egress and finished bathrooms, master bedroom, laundry, and office or family room space.&nbsp; It is always wise to check with the local appraisers before remodeling your basement in anticipation of adding square footage.&nbsp; Even though it IS up to code and extremely nice, some places don't count it.&nbsp; And you don't want to find out after the remodel....like me!&nbsp; :( Sun, 28 Jun 2009 21:50:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Garage-attic-and-unfinished-basements-in-total-square-footage/250820/ 2009-06-28T21:50:00Z http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Garage-attic-and-unfinished-basements-in-total-square-footage/250820/ There is some variation from community to community as to what is included.&nbsp;&nbsp; In general it is living area that is all contiguous with HVAC. &nbsp; The garage and attic are never included.&nbsp; A finished basement may be included in some areas if if fits certain code rules about access/egress (very community dependent).&nbsp; Unfinished basement is never part of the square footage. <br/><br/>&nbsp; Sun, 28 Jun 2009 20:57:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Garage-attic-and-unfinished-basements-in-total-square-footage/250820/ 2009-06-28T20:57:00Z