Could you give me a ballpark figure?

Meaning

Asking for a rough estimate of the price.

Examples

• John: 'How much would it cost to renovate the kitchen?'<br>
• Alice: '<b>Could you give me a ballpark figure?</b>'
• John: '<b>Could you give me a ballpark figure?</b> I don't want to waste time if it's beyond my means.'
• Alice: 'I'm curious about the cost of that diamond necklace.'<br>