{"id":104471,"date":"2026-06-10T12:30:37","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T19:30:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=104471"},"modified":"2026-06-10T15:48:07","modified_gmt":"2026-06-10T22:48:07","slug":"should-i-remodel-or-move","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/should-i-remodel-or-move\/","title":{"rendered":"Should I Remodel or Move? How to Decide in Today&#8217;s Housing Market"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key Takeaways:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Many homeowners are choosing to renovate instead of move:<\/strong> Elevated home prices, higher mortgage rates, and moving costs are making renovation a practical alternative.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Remodeling isn&#8217;t always cheaper than moving:<\/strong> Major renovations can rival the cost of selling and buying another home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Moving vs renovating depends on your situation:<\/strong> Take into account your home&#8217;s current limitations, then your budget, timeline, and local market conditions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For many homeowners across the country, deciding whether to remodel or move has become more complicated in today&#8217;s housing market. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/news\/data-center\/housing-market\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">Home prices<\/a> remain elevated, mortgage rates are still above 6%, and there are roughly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/news\/data-center\/buyers-sellers\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">47% more home sellers<\/a> than buyers nationwide. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/news\/survey-homeowners-remodel-not-renovate\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">According to a recent Redfin survey<\/a>, 43% of homeowners chose to renovate in the last year, and two-thirds of renovators did so as a deliberate alternative to buying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-4-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cMany Americans are choosing to stay put and make the home they already have work for them,\u201d confirms <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/news\/author\/chen-zhao\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">Chen Zhao<\/a>, Redfin&#8217;s head of economics research. \u201cThat could mean improving outdated spaces, adding space for a growing family, or reconfiguring the existing space so it works for everyone.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But how do you know whether moving or renovating is the right call? Here&#8217;s how to compare the costs, tradeoffs, and market factors that can help you decide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-should-you-remodel-or-move-a-quick-answer\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Should you remodel or move? A quick answer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remodeling is often cheaper than moving if you\u2019re dealing with smaller updates, but major renovations can cost as much as, or more than, buying another home. Which is the cheaper option will depend on your renovation plans, local home prices, mortgage rates, current home equity, and moving costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Remodeling might be better if\u2026<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Think about moving if\u2026<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>You like your neighborhood&nbsp;<\/td><td>You want to be in a different location&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Your home\u2019s problems are fixable&nbsp;<\/td><td>Your home can\u2019t meet your needs, even with upgrades<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>You want to keep your current mortgage rate&nbsp;<\/td><td>Buying another home works for your budget&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>The updates make sense for your neighborhood.<\/td><td>The remodel would price your home above the neighborhood.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>You can deal with construction<\/td><td>You don\u2019t want to live through a remodel<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-decide-whether-to-remodel-or-move\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to decide whether to remodel or move<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both remodeling and moving have their pros, cons, and costs. Redfin found that<strong> <\/strong>most recent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/news\/survey-homeowners-remodel-not-renovate\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">renovators spent less than $20,000<\/a> on their home projects, suggesting many homeowners are choosing targeted upgrades instead of full-scale remodels to help their current home work for them. And with roughly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/news\/mortgage-rates-q3-2025\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">80% of homeowners<\/a> holding a mortgage rate below current levels, moving can also mean trading your familiar monthly payment for a more expensive one.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But renovation isn&#8217;t automatically the safer or cheaper path. A kitchen remodel can easily run $15,000\u2013$50,000+, depending on the scope. Add a bedroom, and you could be looking at tens of thousands more. Factor in permit delays, surprise repairs, and rising material costs, and the price tag starts to rival a down payment on a new home.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-4-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cHigher costs typically come from structural alterations, engineering plans, and major renovation work,\u201d warns Yonatan Asulin, founder of <a href=\"http:\/\/aslremodeling.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">ASL Remodeling<\/a>. \u201cFinished materials can add tens of thousands more depending on selections.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So which option is right for you? It comes down to what problems you\u2019re trying to solve, the real costs, your local housing market and monthly payments, and your timeline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-what-problem-are-you-trying-to-solve-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What problem are you trying to solve?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Remodeling can often fix:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Outdated kitchens or bathrooms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Poor storage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Worn flooring<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bad lighting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unfinished basements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cosmetic updates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some layout issues<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Moving may be better for:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A bad commute<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The wrong school district<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Too little land<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Street noise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No room to expand<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A neighborhood that no longer fits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Major structural limitations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the things on your list mostly fall under \u201ccan&#8217;t be renovated,\u201d moving is likely the right answer regardless of cost. If they&#8217;re mostly fixable, keep reading.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-what-would-remodeling-actually-cost\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What would remodeling actually cost?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remodeling doesn\u2019t have to mean gutting the whole house. Plenty of homeowners choose <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/easy-home-updates\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">smaller updates<\/a> that make the home feel more livable without taking on a major construction project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But costs can rise fast once you get into structural work, additions, or digging into walls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-4-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cHigh-cost items like moving mechanical systems or installing custom cabinetry can significantly impact budgets,\u201d says Sara Hillery of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sarahillery.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Sara Hillery Interior Design<\/a>. \u201cEven simple facelifts can add up, and electrical work is often underestimated, especially in older homes without modern lighting.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">National remodeling costs vary widely based on project scope, labor costs, and material selections, but the table below provides a general benchmark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"h-common-remodeling-projects-and-cost\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common remodeling projects and cost<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Project<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Average Cost Range<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Interior painting<\/td><td>$960\u2013$3,100&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Laminate flooring install<\/td><td>$1,471\u2013$4,657&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bathroom remodel<\/td><td>$2,500\u2013$30,000&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Kitchen cosmetic update<\/td><td>$14,591\u2013$41,542&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Full kitchen gut and remodel<\/td><td>$65,000\u2013$130,000+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bedroom addition<\/td><td>$20,000\u2013$130,000+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Deck or patio<\/td><td>$4,000\u2013$24,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><sub>All cost data comes from Angi<\/sub><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/how-to-create-a-home-remodeling-budget\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">budgeting for a remodel<\/a>, don\u2019t forget to factor in things like labor rates, materials, permits, design plans, temporary housing or storage, financing costs, and a 15%\u201320% contingency for surprises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-4-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThink of your initial budget less as a firm number and more as a comfort zone that reflects what you want to achieve, and what you\u2019re willing to invest,\u201d recommends<a href=\"http:\/\/ubkitchens.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"> kitchen designer Adam Johnston<\/a> at UB Kitchens. \u201cThe most successful projects are those where homeowners set clear priorities and make thoughtful tradeoffs.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-what-would-moving-actually-cost-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What would moving actually cost?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Moving can feel like the simpler solution, but <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/how-to-buy-and-sell-a-house-at-the-same-time\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">selling your current home and buying another<\/a> comes with its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-sell-a-house\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">own set of costs<\/a> that add up. A reasonable estimate is usually about 10-15% of your home\u2019s sale price once agent fees, closing costs, moving expenses, and pre-sale repairs are factored in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You might also end up with a higher mortgage payment, property taxes, HOA fees, and other costs that can come with setting up a new home. If your current home would sell well and you have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/home-equity-calculator\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">strong equity<\/a>, moving might be the right choice. But if higher housing costs would push your budget, remodeling might be the more affordable option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-what-would-happen-to-your-monthly-payment\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What would happen to your monthly payment?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if you can afford the down payment on another home, your monthly payment might change a lot if you swap your current mortgage for a new one. That is especially true if you bought or refinanced when rates were lower. Rates have stayed above 6% for nearly four years, and<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/news\/mortgage-rates-q3-2025\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"> more homeowners now have a rate above 6% than below 3%<\/a>\u2014so if you locked in a sub-5% rate a few years ago, that could drastically affect your bottom line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/mortgage-calculator\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">mortgage calculator<\/a> to see what your new payment could look like on a different home with today\u2019s rates, then compare that to the monthly cost of financing a renovation with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/what-is-a-home-equity-loan\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">home equity loan<\/a> or home equity line of credit (HELOC).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-what-is-happening-in-your-local-housing-market\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is happening in your local housing market?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If there are few <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/houses-near-me\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">homes for sale<\/a> in your target area, remodeling could be the more practical choice. If your current home could sell well and there are homes available that are a better fit, moving might be worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In some areas across the country, inventory has improved, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/is-now-a-good-time-to-buy-a-house\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">buyers have more negotiating power<\/a>. Sellers may need to price more conservatively or offer concessions, especially with an estimated <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/news\/data-center\/buyers-sellers\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">47% more sellers than buyers<\/a> in the current national market. In a competitive market, like the Bay Area, buyers may have fewer choices and less room to negotiate.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/us-housing-market\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">current market conditions<\/a> can drastically affect whether staying in place or starting fresh is the answer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Before deciding whether to remodel or move, ask:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Are there homes available that actually meet your needs?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can you afford your target neighborhood at today\u2019s rates?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Would your current home sell quickly, or would you need to price aggressively?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are buyers in your area asking for concessions?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Would your remodel fit nearby home values?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Is your market favoring buyers, sellers, or somewhere in between?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/real-estate-agents\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">local Redfin agent<\/a> can give you the most accurate read on what&#8217;s actually happening with prices, days on market, and competition in your specific neighborhood.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-how-long-do-you-plan-to-stay\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long do you plan to stay?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/how-long-should-you-live-in-a-house-before-selling\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">timeline<\/a> can be one of the biggest factors in deciding whether to remodel or move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you plan to stay in your home for several more years, renovating may make more sense. You&#8217;ll have more time to enjoy the improvements, spread out the cost, and potentially build equity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re already thinking about moving in the next year or two, a big renovation could be harder to justify. Large projects can be expensive, disruptive, and may not pay off if you won&#8217;t be around long enough to benefit from them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you do plan to sell soon, smaller improvements like paint, landscaping, and minor kitchen or bathroom updates can often provide a better return on investment than a major remodel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-when-remodeling-makes-more-sense\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">When remodeling makes more sense<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>You love your location.<\/strong> School district, commute, neighborhood, proximity to family\u2014those things matter more than most people give them credit for. If the only thing you don&#8217;t love is the house itself, intentional upgrades might solve the problem.<br \/><br \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The renovation costs less than moving.<\/strong> When the transaction costs of buying and selling exceed what it would cost to renovate, staying where you are is often the smarter financial move.<br \/><br \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Your home has good bones.<\/strong> A structurally sound home that&#8217;s simply dated, or just needs cosmetic updates, is a strong renovation candidate. The cost to modernize is often less than the cost to buy and sell.<br \/><br \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>You want to build equity strategically.<\/strong> Smart <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/home-improvement-projects-that-add-value\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">upgrades can add value<\/a> and improve livability. Kitchens and bathrooms consistently offer strong returns, and so do garage door replacements and curb appeal improvements.<br \/><br \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>You&#8217;re not ready to take on a new mortgage.<\/strong> Even if the lock-in effect has faded somewhat, your current rate and payment may still be significantly better than what you&#8217;d get today. Renovation financing through a HELOC or home equity loan might cost less over time than resorting to a new purchase loan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-when-moving-makes-more-sense\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">When moving makes more sense<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The problem isn&#8217;t fixable with a renovation.<\/strong> If the dissatisfaction is with your location, lot size, school district, or neighborhood, renovating can&#8217;t fix those things\u2014and spending $50,000 on a kitchen won&#8217;t make you like your commute.<br \/><br \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>You&#8217;d be over-improving.<\/strong> Every neighborhood has a value ceiling, or the most buyers will pay regardless of how nice a home is. If your renovation would push your home above <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/how-to-find-real-estate-comps-in-my-area\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">comparable sales<\/a> in the area, you likely won&#8217;t recoup it.<br \/><br \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Your home has fundamental layout or size issues.<\/strong> Sometimes a house is just too small or configured in a way that no renovation can fix. Adding square footage is expensive and isn&#8217;t always possible given lot size or local zoning, and it could cost more than the time or long-term value is worth.<br \/><br \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>You have significant equity and a solid plan.<\/strong> If you&#8217;ve built up years of equity, are moving to a more affordable area, or are downsizing, the financial case for moving can actually work in your favor, especially if you&#8217;re not trading one high-rate loan for another.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-should-you-remodel-or-move-the-final-verdict\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Should you remodel or move? The final verdict<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Deciding whether to remodel or move usually comes down to what you\u2019re trying to fix, and what it would cost to fix it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you love your neighborhood, have a mortgage rate that would be hard to replace, and your home\u2019s issues are mostly cosmetic or functional, renovating could be the better strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But if your current home no longer fits your lifestyle, location needs, or long-term plans, a remodel might only delay the inevitable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before making a decision, compare the full cost of renovating with the true cost of selling, buying, and taking on a new monthly payment. The right answer depends on your finances, your local housing market, and whether your current home can realistically meet your long-term needs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Should you remodel or move? 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