Bathroom Remodel ROI Calculator
A shower upgrade can make daily life easier, but removing the only bathtub may narrow buyer appeal. Estimate the tradeoff between project cost, resale impact, and whether keeping at least one tub protects future flexibility. This is not an appraisal.
Estimated cost
$10,560
Value impact
$3,290 to $9,100
ROI range
31% to 86%
Keeping at least one tub usually preserves broader resale appeal while upgrading the primary shower.
Buyer audience fit
Aging-in-place buyers
stronger
Low-threshold access, grab-bar blocking, and easy-clean surfaces can improve daily usability.
Families with young children
neutral
Keeping at least one tub protects family-buyer flexibility.
Move-in-ready buyers
stronger
A clean, permitted, well-documented shower can reduce perceived post-purchase project risk.
Resale protection tips
- Keep permit records, contractor invoices, waterproofing product names, and before/after photos together.
- Choose neutral finishes and accessible blocking over highly personalized luxury details.
ROI risk factors
- ROI can fall if hidden plumbing, framing, waterproofing, or glass costs push the project above the planning range.
- Poor waterproofing documentation can make a new shower feel risky during inspection or resale.