Return On Investment Information
Project
Typical 2025 Cost
ROI Range
Why It Pays or Not
Minor Kitchen Refresh
$15,000 to $25,000
75% to 100%
Paint Cabinets, replace
counters, hardware, lighting,
Avoid full gut
Flooring Upgrade
(Hardwood or
Laminate)
$5 to $20 / sq.ft
Bathroom
Refresh (Mid-
range)
$10,000 to $20,000
100% to 150%
Replacing carpet with
consistent flooring adds instant value
60% to 75%
Updated fixtures, tile, paint and lighting modernize without
overspending
Window Replacement
(Vinyl)
~ $15,000 (full house)
New Front Door
(Steel / Fiberglass)
~ $2,500
Mid-Range Kitchen
Reno
$25,000 to $50,000
Basement Finishing
(Recreation or Suite)
$45,000 to $70,000
Roof Replacement
(Asphalt)
$8,000 to $12,000
Deck or Patio
addition
$15,000 to $20,000
75% to 85%
75% to 100%
~ 75%
~ 70%
70% to 80%
70% to 85%
Energy efficiency and comfort
resonate with Toronto buyers
Small project, major curb -
appeal boost
New cabinets, fixtures, tile and counter tops; avoid exceeding area value ceiling
Adds living space, legal suite can add $100k + value
Prevents value loss
Adds outdoor living space
Upscale Kitchen
Remodel
$50,00 to $100,000
Upscale Bathroom
Remodel
$20,000 to $50,000
Interior Doors & Trim
~ $250 per door
Swimming Pool
(inground)
$50,000 +
50% to 70%
45% to %70
50%
Low / Negative
Great Lifestyle upgrade, may exceed area value
Luxury Finishes improve
comfort more than value
Subtle "new build feel"
Maintenance Burden, adds value only in luxury areas
Elaborate
Landscaping
/ Outdoor Kitchen
$10,000 to $150,000
50%
front yard curb appeal, back yard luxury​
Neighbourhood Matters -
ROI follows local demand and price ceilings
Quality Counts -
Poor workmanship erodes perceived value
Data Sources 2025​​​
Appraisal Institute of Canada - How to Value Your Renovations
RE/MAX Canada (2025) - Home Renovation ROI Report
NerdWallet Canada (Apr 2025) - Renovation Trends That Boost Home Value