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Decare to Square Meter Conversion: Land Measurement & Agriculture

Convert decares to square meters for property valuation, agricultural land measurement, and international real estate transactions. Accurate calculator with practical examples.

1 decare equals 1000 square meter

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Formula: m² = daa × 1000.00

The decare, also known as a decameter squared (dam²), represents 1,000 square meters and is primarily used in Turkey, Greece, and parts of the Balkans for land measurement. With 1 decare equaling exactly 1,000 square meters, precise conversion is essential for property transactions, agricultural planning, and legal documentation across different measurement systems.

Why This Conversion Matters

Accurate decare to square meter conversion is critical for property valuation, agricultural productivity calculations, and legal land boundaries. In countries like Turkey where decares are the standard unit, international real estate transactions require precise conversion. A single decare miscalculation can represent thousands of euros in property value differences or incorrect crop yield projections affecting farm profitability.

Real-World Examples

Real Estate & Property Valuation

Turkish and Balkan real estate professionals use decares as the standard measurement unit for property listings, valuations, and legal documentation. International buyers and investors require conversion to square meters for comparative market analysis across Europe. Property prices are typically quoted per decare, making accurate conversion essential for cross-border transactions and investment decisions.

Examples:

  • Urban residential plot: 5 decares = 5,000 square meters (typical Istanbul apartment building lot)
  • Suburban villa land: 15 decares = 15,000 square meters (Mediterranean coastal property)
  • Commercial development site: 50 decares = 50,000 square meters (shopping center or office complex)

Pro Tips:

  • ✓Always verify property documentation lists measurements in both decares and square meters to prevent transaction errors
  • ✓When comparing international property prices, convert to price per square meter for accurate market analysis across regions

Agriculture & Farm Management

Agricultural professionals in Turkey, Greece, and the Balkans measure field sizes, crop allocation, and farm productivity in decares. Farmers calculate yields per decare and plan irrigation, fertilizer application, and crop rotation based on decare measurements. Export-oriented farms converting to EU markets must translate decare measurements to hectares and square meters for compliance with international agricultural standards.

Examples:

  • Small family olive grove: 8 decares = 8,000 square meters (typical Aegean region farm)
  • Wheat field: 100 decares = 100,000 square meters (equivalent to 10 hectares, common Turkish agricultural plot)
  • Greenhouse complex: 3 decares = 3,000 square meters (vegetable production facility)

Pro Tips:

  • ✓Remember: 1 decare = 1,000 m² exactly, making mental calculations straightforward by multiplying by 1,000
  • ✓For EU market compliance: 100 decares = 10 hectares = 100,000 m² (use this standard conversion for agricultural subsidies)

Quick Reference Table

decaressquare meters
1 daa1000 m²
2 daa2000 m²
5 daa5000 m²
10 daa10000 m²
20 daa20000 m²

Formula: m² = daa × conversion factor

Understanding the Units

About Decare

The decare is a widely used unit for measuring area. It is commonly used in various applications and industries worldwide.

About Square Meter

The square meter is a widely used unit for measuring area. It is commonly used in various applications and industries worldwide.

Accuracy & Precision

This decare to square meter converter uses high-precision conversion factors to ensure accurate results for professional and academic use.

Our calculator provides results with up to 10 decimal places for maximum accuracy.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many square meters is one decare?

One decare equals exactly 1,000 square meters. The decare is a metric unit derived from 'deca' (ten) and 'are' (100 m²), making the calculation straightforward: 10 × 100 = 1,000 m². This precise relationship means converting from decares to square meters is simply multiplying the decare number by 1,000. For example, 25 decares = 25,000 square meters, or 0.5 decares = 500 square meters.

Why do Turkey and Greece use decares instead of hectares?

The decare became standardized in Turkey and Greece through historical Ottoman administrative systems and continued as the traditional land measurement unit after independence. While the European Union officially uses hectares, these countries maintain decare measurements in their land registries and property laws due to centuries of legal precedent and practical tradition. The decare provides a convenient middle-scale measurement for property and agricultural parcels - larger than individual building plots but smaller than vast agricultural regions, making it ideal for practical land administration in these regions.

Conversion Tips & Tricks

  • 1 square meter ≈ 10.76 square feet
  • Real estate often uses different units in different countries
  • Agricultural land is often measured in hectares or acres
  • Always double-check your conversions for critical applications
  • Use the exact conversion factor for maximum precision

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