What does a remodel cost in the Twin Cities?
Honest ballpark ranges for kitchens, baths, basements, and additions in the south Minneapolis metro, plus what actually drives the price, and how to budget with confidence.
There’s no single price tag on a remodel. Any contractor who quotes one sight-unseen is guessing. What we can do is give you honest ranges for the south metro, show you what moves the number, and help you land on a budget that fits before a single wall comes down.
The ranges below are 2026 ballpark figures for the Twin Cities south metro. They assume professional, licensed work with quality materials: not the cheapest possible build, and not a full luxury gut. Your real number depends on the choices we’ll walk through together.
Ranges are general 2026 ballparks for planning only, not a quote. Book a free consultation for a detailed estimate tailored to your project.
What actually drives the cost.
- Size & scope: more square footage, more cabinetry, more tile. The footprint sets the floor.
- Layout changes: moving walls, plumbing, or gas lines adds real cost. Keeping the existing footprint saves the most.
- Material & finish level: stock vs. custom cabinets, laminate vs. quartz, builder-grade vs. designer fixtures. This is the biggest lever you control.
- Mechanical & structural work: new electrical, HVAC, beams, or egress windows. Often necessary, sometimes a surprise.
- Age & condition of the home: older south-metro homes can hide outdated wiring, plumbing, or moisture that needs addressing first.
- Permits & professional work: doing it right (permitted, licensed, insured) costs more than a handyman, and protects your home and its value.
From a ballpark to a real number.
Start with a range you’re comfortable with, then let the design lead. The smartest dollars go toward the things you touch and use every day, and toward doing the hidden work right the first time.
Because we’re a design-build remodeler, you don’t have to guess. After a free consultation we give you a rough investment range. Then our preconstruction phase turns plans and selections into a detailed, line-item estimate, so the final number is clear, not a moving target.
Remodeling costs, answered.
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in the Twin Cities?
What’s the most cost-effective remodel?
Why do estimates vary so much?
How do I get an exact price for my project?
See what your project involves
Every estimate starts with scope. Here is how MDR approaches each type of remodel.
Let’s put a real number on it.
Book a free consultation and we’ll talk through your project, your priorities, and a budget that fits.