Apartment Renovation Cost Houston 2026: Complete Pricing

Express turns (paint touch-up, professional clean, minor repairs) run $1,500-$2,500 in Houston as of 2026. Standard turns adding new carpet or LVP flooring, full repaint, and fixture updates cost $3,500-$5,500. Premium turns with countertop upgrades, new appliances, and bathroom updates reach $5,500-$8,000. Volume pricing drops 10-15% for communities turning 20+ units annually.

Complete unit gut renovations — all new kitchen cabinets, countertops, appliances, bathroom tile, vanity, flooring throughout, lighting, and paint — range from $15,000-$25,000 for standard finishes and $25,000-$35,000 for premium finishes. Houston labor rates for skilled tradespeople average $45-$65/hour in 2026. Lead times for custom cabinets run 4-6 weeks.

Cabinet refacing ($3,000-$5,000) vs. full cabinet replacement ($6,000-$10,000) is the biggest cost variable. Quartz countertops installed run $45-$75/sqft in Houston. Stainless steel appliance packages (range, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave) cost $2,000-$4,000 depending on brand. Backsplash tile adds $800-$1,500. Total kitchen renovation: $5,000-$8,000 standard, $10,000-$15,000 premium.

Vanity replacement with new faucet and mirror: $800-$1,500. Tub-to-shower conversion: $2,500-$4,000. Full bathroom remodel with new tile, vanity, toilet, fixtures, and lighting: $5,000-$8,000. In Houston's multifamily market, the biggest ROI comes from updating tub surrounds ($1,200-$2,000) and modern vanity/mirror combos ($600-$1,200) — visible impact at lower cost.

Lobby and entrance renovation: $25,000-$75,000 depending on size. Fitness center build-out: $30,000-$80,000. Pool area renovation: $40,000-$150,000 (resurfacing, decking, furniture, shade structures). Clubhouse and leasing office: $50,000-$200,000. Dog park: $10,000-$25,000. Package locker system: $15,000-$40,000 installed. These costs are per-project, not per-unit, making common-area improvements highly cost-effective per door.