While homeowner’s cannot expect to get 100% return on their home remodeling projects, the following are the top, mid-range projects from this year’s Remodeling Magazine’s annual Cost vs. Value report for 2011-2012, based on what home owners stand to recoup at time of resale. Note: these are the national averages. The report also has regional averages – for example, in the South Atlantic Region (Maryland), the Attic Bedroom remodel cost recouped is 80.6%.
1. Replacing the entry door to steel
Estimated cost: $1,238
Cost recouped at resale: 73%
2. Attic bedroom (converting unfinished attic space into a bedroom with bathroom and shower)
Estimated cost: $50,148
Cost recouped at resale: 72.5%
3. Minor kitchen remodel (including new cabinets and drawers, countertops, hardware, and appliances)
Estimated cost: $19,588
Cost recouped at resale: 72.1%
4. Garage door replacement
Estimated cost: $1,512
Cost recouped at resale: 71.9%
5. Deck addition (wood)
Estimated cost: $10,350
Cost recouped at resale: 70.1%
6. Siding replacement (vinyl)
Estimated cost: $11,729
Cost recouped at resale: 69.5%
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