How this calculator works
This calculator defines a land cent as one hundredth of an international acre. The international acre is exactly 4,046.8564224 m2, giving exactly 40.468564224 m2 per cent. This definition should be checked against the local land document, especially when historical surveys are involved.
Formula
square metres = cents x 40.468564224; cents = square metres / 40.468564224; square feet = cents x 435.6.
Worked example
A 5 cent plot is exactly 202.34282112 m2, or 2,178 ft2. An area of 404.68564224 m2 is exactly 10 cents.
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Frequently asked questions
Does cent mean money here?
No. It is a land-area unit defined as 1/100 acre.
How many cents are in an acre?
Exactly 100 cents under the definition used here.
Can I find plot dimensions from cents alone?
No. Area does not uniquely determine length and width. A 5 cent plot can have many different shapes.