ROI & resale value

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Project type

Amount spent$50,000

Best returns

Top value-add projects in Queens

Minor kitchen refresh

~75% recouped

Cabinet fronts, counters, hardware, and fixtures.

Basement finishing

~70% recouped

Adds usable, sometimes rentable, square footage.

Siding & exterior

~68% recouped

Curb appeal plus weather protection.

New windows

~67% recouped

Energy efficiency and street appeal.

Bathroom remodel

~62% recouped

Strong return, especially adding a second bath.

Home addition

~58% recouped

More space, popular with family buyers.

Good to know

How renovation ROI works in Queens

Return on investment is the share of your renovation spend you get back in added resale value. Cosmetic, broadly appealing updates, like a clean kitchen refresh or new siding, tend to recoup the most, while highly personalized or luxury work adds comfort but a smaller percentage. In Queens, location and legal square footage matter a lot: a finished, code-compliant basement or a well-built addition can move your home into a higher price tier.

Which renovation has the best ROI in Queens?

Minor kitchen refreshes, finished basements, and exterior updates (siding and windows) generally recoup the most. Full luxury remodels improve livability but return a smaller share at resale.

Do home additions add value in Queens?

Yes. Adding legal square footage usually raises resale value, though the recoup percentage is typically lower than cosmetic updates.

Are these ROI numbers exact?

No. They are illustrative, national-style estimates to help you compare projects. Actual value added depends on your neighborhood, the work, and the market, and is best confirmed by a local appraisal.

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