Cost $25,300Adds $18,722
Your estimate
Cost
$80,000
Adds at resale
$36,000
Recouped
45%
National planning figure: $80,000 cost, 45% recouped. Ranked #24 of 27 projects by ROI.
The upscale version expands an existing bath to around 100 square feet with a frameless-glass shower, freestanding tub, double vanity, stone counters, heated floor and custom lighting.
Why it scores where it does
- High-end finishes are personal and appraise conservatively.
- Expanding a bathroom usually means taking space from another room.
- Specialty trades (glass, stone) add cost.
Get the most from it
- Match the finish level to comparable homes in your neighborhood.
- A walk-in shower is valued more widely than a soaking tub.
- Heated floors are a small cost that feels luxurious.
Bathroom remodel (upscale) ROI by region
| Region | Cost | Value added | % recouped | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific | $96,000 | $46,080 | 48% | |
| Mountain | $80,000 | $38,160 | 48% | |
| South Atlantic | $76,000 | $34,560 | 45% | |
| New England | $89,600 | $39,600 | 44% | |
| West South Central | $73,600 | $31,320 | 43% | |
| East South Central | $72,000 | $30,240 | 42% | |
| Middle Atlantic | $88,000 | $36,720 | 42% | |
| West North Central | $78,400 | $31,680 | 40% | |
| East North Central | $79,200 | $30,960 | 39% |
Frequently asked questions
Do luxury bathrooms add value?
They add some value, but typically well under half of what they cost. Build one for your own enjoyment.
Should I remove the only tub in the house?
Keeping at least one tub is widely advised for resale in family-oriented markets.
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