Adding a Whole New Bathroom to Your House? Here’s What it’ll Cost
When you have a full house, getting uninterrupted access to the bathroom can feel like snagging dinner reservations to the most exclusive restaurant in town. On days when your one bathroom home just doesn’t cut it, many of us dream of the elusive bathroom addition with privacy for everyone.
The only challenge? Adding a new bathroom is pricey. But in the right home, the addition will not only improve your quality of life — it will also make the property appeal to a whole different pool of buyers when you eventually decide to sell it.
“If you only have one bath and you can add to make two, that’s a huge selling feature,” says Janet Anderson, a top real estate agent in Tracy, California.
To help you do the math, we’re breaking down the major costs and considerations associated with adding a new bathroom. This guide includes:
A comprehensive cost overview from expert sources across the web
Major cost influencers to consider
A cost breakdown by component
A real-life estimate from an expert contractor
The value of adding a full bathroom
Tips to save on your bathroom addition
