Master Suite
Project description
Mid-range
On a house with two or three bedrooms, add a 24-by-16-foot master bedroom suite over a crawl space. Include walk-in closet/dressing area, whirlpool tub in ceramic tile platform, separate 3-by-4-foot ceramic tile shower, and double-bowl vanity with solid-surface countertop. Bedroom floor is carpet; bath floor is ceramic tile. Painted walls, ceiling, and trim. General and spot lighting, exhaust fan.
| Mid-range |
| Market | Job Cost | Resale Value | Cost Recouped |
| National Average | $70,760 | $54,376 | 76.4% |
| Atlanta | 63,696 | 50,667 | 79.5 |
| Boston | 80,415 | 92,500 | 115.0 |
| Buffalo, N.Y. | 70,494 | 18,667 | 26.5 |
| Chicago | 84,881 | 75,000 | 88.4 |
| Cincinnati | 70,135 | 43,208 | 61.6 |
| Cleveland | 75,773 | 50,667 | 66.9 |
| Columbus, Ohio | 68,154 | 40,875 | 60.0 |
| Dallas | 61,860 | 40,000 | 64.7 |
| Denver | 66,830 | 45,000 | 67.3 |
| Detroit | 77,884 | 40,665 | 52.2 |
| Houston | 66,830 | 60,024 | 89.8 |
| Indianapolis | 68,409 | 39,917 | 58.4 |
| Kansas City, Mo. | 69,497 | 52,000 | 74.8 |
| Los Angeles | 79,685 | 69,500 | 87.2 |
| Miami | 59,365 | 63,013 | 106.1 |
| Milwaukee | 75,573 | 54,050 | 71.5 |
| Minneapolis | 82,354 | 66,333 | 80.5 |
| New Orleans | 60,707 | 55,400 | 91.3 |
| New York | 82,199 | 70,550 | 85.8 |
| Norfolk, Va. | 53,403 | 33,000 | 61.8 |
| Orlando, Fla. | 60,530 | 40,600 | 67.1 |
| Philadelphia | 78,059 | 43,750 | 56.0 |
| Phoenix | 65,074 | 44,654 | 68.6 |
| Pittsburgh | 70,746 | 42,334 | 59.8 |
| Portland, Ore. | 74,172 | 46,444 | 62.6 |
| Providence, R.I. | 72,057 | 80,000 | 111.0 |
| St. Louis | 77,620 | 54,419 | 70.1 |
| Sacramento, Calif. | 74,475 | 52,429 | 70.4 |
| Salt Lake City | 60,969 | 35,813 | 58.7 |
| San Antonio | 60,600 | 37,950 | 62.6 |
| San Diego | 77,181 | 63,016 | 81.6 |
| San Francisco | 87,775 | 105,975 | 120.7 |
| Seattle | 77,605 | 65,799 | 84.8 |
| Tampa, Fla. | 57,335 | 45,100 | 78.7 |
| Washington, D.C. | 64,257 | 83,848 | 130.5 |
Upscale
Add a 24-by-16-foot master suite with spacious sleeping area and sitting area adjacent to large master bath. Include custom bookcases, woodworking details, and built-in storage; high-end gas fireplace; and large walk-in closet/dressing area with natural light, mirrors, and linen storage. Add French doors accessing outdoor space. Bath shall include large walk-in shower with dual shower system, stone shower walls and floor, and frameless glass enclosure. Add whirlpool tub built into stone platform with cabinet front. Include two vanities with stone countertops and large mirrors. Create partitioned area for luxury one-piece toilet. Add hospitality center/kitchenette. Include soundproofing, in-floor heating, custom wall finishes and hardware, general and spot lighting, and lighting controls.
| Upscale |
| Market | Job Cost | Resale Value | Cost Recouped |
| National Average | $133,993 | $103,279 | 76.9% |
| Atlanta | 125,964 | 103,381 | 82.1 |
| Boston | 144,158 | 210,000 | 145.7 |
| Buffalo, N.Y. | 133,352 | 53,333 | 40.0 |
| Chicago | 148,652 | 109,500 | 73.7 |
| Cincinnati | 133,101 | 70,833 | 53.2 |
| Cleveland | 139,041 | 61,500 | 44.2 |
| Columbus, Ohio | 130,801 | 56,667 | 43.3 |
| Dallas | 124,102 | 77,500 | 62.4 |
| Denver | 129,340 | 82,000 | 63.4 |
| Detroit | 141,339 | 102,400 | 72.4 |
| Houston | 125,649 | 106,250 | 84.6 |
| Indianapolis | 131,006 | 84,333 | 64.4 |
| Kansas City, Mo. | 132,138 | 103,000 | 77.9 |
| Los Angeles | 143,283 | 131,667 | 91.9 |
| Miami | 121,735 | 159,375 | 130.9 |
| Milwaukee | 138,804 | 102,713 | 74.0 |
| Minneapolis | 148,283 | 155,000 | 104.5 |
| New Orleans | 122,686 | 113,000 | 92.1 |
| New York | 146,043 | 149,750 | 102.5 |
| Norfolk, Va. | 114,908 | 71,000 | 61.8 |
| Orlando, Fla. | 122,833 | 85,800 | 69.9 |
| Philadelphia | 141,560 | 69,250 | 48.9 |
| Phoenix | 127,405 | 62,000 | 48.7 |
| Pittsburgh | 133,656 | 73,372 | 54.9 |
| Portland, Ore. | 136,979 | 90,167 | 65.8 |
| Providence, R.I. | 135,146 | 137,500 | 101.7 |
| St. Louis | 140,824 | 114,938 | 81.6 |
| Sacramento, Calif. | 137,418 | 95,429 | 69.4 |
| Salt Lake City | 123,021 | 60,714 | 49.4 |
| San Antonio | 122,740 | 90,714 | 73.9 |
| San Diego | 140,423 | 121,285 | 86.4 |
| San Francisco | 151,628 | 174,900 | 115.3 |
| Seattle | 141,059 | 123,610 | 87.6 |
| Tampa, Fla. | 119,298 | 86,421 | 72.4 |
| Washington, D.C. | 123,738 | 125,455 | 101.4 |