Nursery remodel cost calculator

Estimate a nursery remodel cost by size and finish level. Free and instant.

Finish level

Quality finishes, some changes

Size — sq ft of nursery120 sq ft

Estimated nursery remodel cost

$3,600 – $7,200

$30–$60 per sq ft · mid-range finish

Where it goes (typical split)

Flooring$1,600
Labor$1,200
Paint & walls$900
Lighting & electrical$800
Trim, doors & windows$500
Furnishings & misc$400

Estimate only — typical US ranges, not a quote. Actual cost depends on your contractor, region, and scope.

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How much does a nursery remodel cost?

A typical nursery remodel of about 120 sq ft of nursery runs $1,400–$14,400 depending on finish level. The number mostly hinges on low-voc paint and safe finishes. Here is the typical US range by finish tier:

Finish level Cost per sq ft Typical total (120 sq ft)
Budget $12–$30 $1,400–$3,600
Mid-range $30–$60 $3,600–$7,200
High-end $60–$120 $7,200–$14,400

Typical US figures by finish tier — a planning range, not a quote.

Where the money goes

On a mid-range nursery remodel (around $5,400), here is roughly how the budget splits across the main line items. Flooring is the biggest single cost in most nursery projects.

Line item Share Typical cost
Flooring 30% $1,600
Labor 22% $1,200
Paint & walls 16% $900
Lighting & electrical 14% $800
Trim, doors & windows 10% $500
Furnishings & misc 8% $400

What drives a nursery remodel cost

A nursery is usually a light remodel: low-VOC paint, soft flooring, blackout window treatments, and good lighting. Costs climb with built-in storage, a closet conversion, or new windows. Most of the budget is cosmetic and removable, which is smart since the room changes use within a few years.

  • ▸Low-VOC paint and safe finishes
  • ▸Soft, washable flooring
  • ▸Blackout window treatments
  • ▸Built-in storage or closet work

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Common questions

How much does a nursery remodel cost?
A typical nursery remodel of about 120 sq ft of nursery runs $1,400–$3,600 for budget work, $3,600–$7,200 mid-range, and $7,200–$14,400 high-end — roughly $1,400 to $14,400 overall. Use the calculator to plug in your exact size and finish level.

What is the average nursery remodel cost per square foot?
For a nursery, expect about $12–$30 per sq ft at the budget tier, $30–$60 mid-range, and $60–$120 high-end. At a typical 120 sq ft of nursery that works out to the totals in the table above.

How accurate is this nursery estimate?
Treat it as a planning range for a nursery, not a quote. The per-square-foot figures are typical US nursery costs by finish tier; your real number swings with soft, washable flooring, your region, and your contractor. It gets you in the ballpark before you call anyone.

What is the biggest cost in a nursery remodel?
In a nursery it is usually low-voc paint and safe finishes — flooring alone is around 30% of the budget ($1,600 on a mid-range job). The full breakdown above shows where every dollar goes.

How can I lower my nursery remodel cost?
On a nursery, keep flooring modest, reuse the existing layout, and pick budget-tier finishes on the big-ticket items. The fastest way to overspend is soft, washable flooring — avoid that and you stay in the budget-to-mid range.

Can I see what my nursery would look like remodeled?
Yes. Our AI redesign tool regenerates a photo of your nursery in any style so you can see the result before you spend anything.

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