Considering remodeling your kitchen or bathroom?

Most homes can be updated to create living spaces that are safe and comfortable. There are costs with doing so—most of which is upfront investment.

The average cost in the U.S. for assisted and/or independent living is about $6,000 per month or more depending on locale variables. As an example, the cost to modify a standard sized bathroom in the DC metropolitan market to make it more functional, safe, accessible and comfortable is in the range of $35,000. If one compares the monthly cost of institutional living versus a residential modification within a few months remodeling will pay for itself.

While your choice in finishes, cabinets and hardware influences how much a remodel costs, we’ve included this information regarding the average cost of remodeling a bathroom or kitchen to help give you a rough idea of what to expect.

KITCHEN REMODEL:

Remodeling Magazine in its 2019 annual Cost vs. Value report, put the regional average for a midrange major kitchen remodel in Northern Virginia, Montgomery County MD & Washington DC Region at $63,378 and an upscale major kitchen remodel at $126,307.

These averages can however vary depending on size, plan layout, structural change needs, etc. (see list chart). In addition, utilization of luxury stone or marble countertops, high-end faucets and flooring, a commercial grade range and refrigeration, etc. can all increase costs.

With Same Floor Plan Layout

· Mid-Range: $50-75,000

· Upscale: $75-120,000

New Floor Plan – Without Structural Changes

· Mid-Range: $65-85,000

· Upscale: $90 –120,000

Major Size & Structural Changes

· Mid-Range: $75,000 +

· Upscale: $95,000 +

BATHROOM REMODEL:

According to the Cost vs Value 2021 Report (Zonda Media), average costs for a bathroom remodel in the DC market region depends on a range of variables – quality and number of fixtures & finishes, space size, and layout change needs requiring plumbing and/or electrical work.

A best value bathroom that would only be “refreshed” starts between $12-15,000.

Mid-grade bathroom remodel, with a change of fixtures, flooring and wall tile will typically start at $25,000 on the lower end.

An upscale5-piece bathroom remodel featuring a new toilet, dual sink vanity, soaker tub, shower with a frameless shower glass enclosure, recessed shelves, the average cost is $75,000 plus.

Walk-in tub or shower: $5,000

Widen an entry door: $800

Install a ramp at entry door: $1,113

Install entry handrails: $8,000

Kitchen countertop height adjustment: $18,000

Install lever taps on faucets: $220

Widen hallway (no structural changes): $1,100

Widen hallway with structural changes: $35,000

Price Source: Retirement Living

Please note: prices listed are average costs and may vary for different states across the US