As a result of everyone spending more time at home during the last two years, more and more people are remodeling their homes. Kitchens are high on the list since this is one of the most high-traffic areas of any home. There are many factors that determine the final price for a kitchen remodel such as the size of the space, materials used, and the price of labor in your area. There are some ballpark numbers for different levels of remodels from research compiled by the real estate experts at HomeLight, and interior designer The Habitalist, that can help you get a basic idea as you start your research.
Minor: $10,000 - $15,000
When you want to increase a home’s marketability with low-cost improvements, or simply make a kitchen more pleasant to work and spend time in (with the least amount of financial commitment), then a minor kitchen remodel can be the way to go. A minor kitchen remodel is about updating the areas of your kitchen that are dated but without a major overhaul. This kind of change includes painting or refinishing your cabinets, replacing or adding a backsplash behind your sink, painting or adding a colorful accent wall, and even installing new appliances and light fixtures. The Habitalist shared with HomeLight that this kind of remodel could be in the lower price range if you go for a DIY job painting cabinets, use affordable white subway tiles, and go for a low-cost countertop like butcher’s block or Formica, instead of pricier stone materials like granite or marble.
Mid-scale: $15,000 - $30,000
For a change that still isn’t too disruptive, but with better materials, you’ll be in the range of a mid-scale remodel. Rather than painting or refinishing cabinets, you can resurface them and also replace cabinet hardware and even your kitchen sink. You might also go for a natural stone countertop in quartz or granite. If you have the space, adding a kitchen island with overhead pendant lights can be a welcome addition. If you feel like splurging, you can opt for stainless steel appliances, which you might even be able to get for a discount if you buy a refrigerator, stove, and oven, all at once. With midscale, you are still upgrading rather than starting a full-on renovation project.
Major: $29,000 - $64,000
A major kitchen remodel is the kind of project that makes you wonder if you are still standing in the same kitchen when everything is done. Tearing down walls and reconfiguring the placement of appliances, a sink, and a kitchen island could all be part of a major kitchen remodel. If you’re thinking of selling a home, going for a major kitchen remodel can make a home stand out in a competitive market. The sky's the limit with a custom layout and cabinetry, top-of-the-line materials and appliances, and upgrades that add that wow factor. To save money on a major kitchen remodel, you can mix high- and low-end finishes — with high-end cabinets and countertops while saving money on hardware, faucets, and light fixtures.
Remodeling a kitchen is a project, no matter how you price it out. Just how big of a project you make it, depends on your budget and what your future goals are for your home.
