If you're thinking about renovating your bathroom in Massachusetts, here's the short answer:

✅ It can add $15,000 to $38,000 in value—if you do it right.

But here’s the problem:

Most homeowners don’t do it right.They either over-renovate in the wrong ZIP code or choose upgrades buyers don’t value. And in this market, that’s a fast way to burn money.

We crunched the numbers across Boston, Worcester, the Cape, and western Mass using recent sales and public data. Here's what we found:

🛁 The Average ROI on a Bathroom Remodel in MA:

• Mid-range update (new tile, fixtures, paint):🏷️ Avg cost: $12,000–$18,000💰 Added value: $18,000–$26,000📈 ROI: 115–135% in high-demand areas
• Full gut with layout changes (moving plumbing, new footprint):🏷️ Avg cost: $25,000–$35,000💰 Added value: $28,000–$38,000📈 ROI: 90–110% — but only if aligned with comps

📍 Neighborhoods Where Bathroom Renovations Pay Off

✅ Brookline, Cambridge, Somerville — Buyers expect modern bathrooms

✅ Newton, Needham, Wellesley — Homes over $1M see strong return on luxury finishes

✅ North Shore (Marblehead, Beverly) — Style matters more than square footage

✅ Springfield, Worcester — Keep costs low to maintain ROI

But context matters. A $30K reno in a $300K market? You’ll be upside down before demo finishes.That’s why we built PropIQ—a free tool that shows how much value a renovation adds to your exact home, using local comps and public data.

💡 Pro Tips for Maximum ROI:

• Skip the tub unless buyers expect it (e.g., family neighborhoods)
• Choose timeless over trendy — subway tile, matte black fixtures, floating vanities
• Don’t move plumbing unless layout is bad
• Keep your cost-to-value ratio under 70% to stay profitable

Want to Renovate Smarter in MA?

Most people guess. PropIQ helps you plan with data.🛠️ Get your free PropIQ report and see how much value a bathroom remodel adds to your home, before you start.

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