Find out if your home renovation will add value and calculate the return on investment.
Will your renovation add value to your home?
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Not all renovations return their cost in added home value — some projects you do purely for enjoyment, while others should be evaluated as investments. Kitchen and bathroom updates consistently rank among the highest-ROI renovations, often recovering 60-80% of cost in added value.
Curb appeal projects punch above their weight — fresh exterior paint, landscaping, and a new front door are relatively cheap but disproportionately influence a buyer's first impression and perceived home value, often returning more than their modest cost.
Conversely, highly personalized renovations (swimming pools, elaborate built-ins, unusual color schemes) often fail to return their investment because they appeal to a narrower buyer pool. What you love isn't always what the market values — a useful distinction when deciding "renovate for yourself" versus "renovate to sell."
Use the calculator above to estimate ROI on any planned renovation. If you're not planning to sell soon, prioritize projects that improve your daily life; if a sale is on the horizon within a few years, prioritize the renovations the broader market consistently rewards.