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Total Gut Renovation

Started by Alex888
over 10 years ago
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Member since: Apr 2015
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First time on here and I would like to hear some suggestions and ideas. I would like to know a rough estimate for a total gut renovation on a single family home in Queens (Elmhurst). Roughly 1,000 square feet (1 story brick & basement masonry). Everything needs to be updated! I also, like to know what steps should I take first. Call a contractor for an estimate? Speak to an architecture? etc.. Thanks!
Response by Aael921
over 10 years ago
Posts: 131
Member since: Jan 2013

Speak to an architect. I would think average $250k for a gut on that size. You could go for a little less and certainly more depending on materials and whether you move walls, rip up floor, etc.

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Response by ericho75
over 10 years ago
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Member since: Feb 2009

Before you do anything, create your own checklist and try to come up with a ballpark number.
For 1,000 square feet here's my rough guesstimate.

Kitchen (with new appliances)- 30k
Floors - 10K
2 Bathrooms - 16K
Electrical & Plumbing - 8K
New Windows (15) - 6K
New sheet rocks & paint (5k)

75K to start off. Take this number and x it by 1.5. I say the cost is closer to 115-150K for a 1,000 sq feet unit.

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Response by Alex888
over 10 years ago
Posts: 1
Member since: Apr 2015

Thank you for the suggestions and information!

Would building permits and architecture fees be included in those estimate or are those separate expenses?

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