Explore the 10 Most Popular Home Remodeling Projects

There’s no place like home—especially once you renovate it to your liking. Angi’s State of Home Spending report revealed the most popular home remodeling projects that homeowners tackled in 2023. Interior painting tops the list—but some of the other tasks may surprise you.

Let’s take a closer look at the most popular home remodeling projects people are spending their money on, including helpful statistics about how long you can expect each upgrade to last.

1. Painting an Interior Space

• Households completed this in 2023: 29.6% (4% decrease from 2022)

• Life span: 5 to 10 years

• Typical price range: $965 to $3,070

• National average project cost: $2,010

It’s easy to see why painting interior spaces was the most popular home renovation in 2023. A fresh coat of paint is a relatively simple and affordable home upgrade that can make a major impact. The average cost to paint the inside of a house is around $2,010, with most homeowners spending between $965 and $3,070. The exact price varies based on your location, the type of paint you choose, and the size of the space being painted. The size of your home plays the biggest role in determining the cost, with rates ranging from $2 to $6 per square foot. 

Because you don’t have to worry about the weather with interior painting, it makes for a great fall remodel project. 

2. Installing New Appliances

• Households completed this in 2023: 26.9% (New entry or no data for 2022)

• Life span: 10 to 15 years

• Typical price range: $125 to $300

• National average project cost: $210

A home remodel that improves aesthetics and function in one fell swoop is always a win. This is likely why so many homeowners were eager (over a quarter) to install new appliances last year. The cost to install an appliance is about $210, but the price can increase if additional tasks, like cabinetry adjustments, electrical work, or plumbing, are required. Most appliance installations fall within a similar price range, although smaller items, like microwaves, can cost less than $100 to install.

This is another remodel task best saved for winter if you’re also planning to tackle exterior projects that need to be done when the weather is mild. 

3. Remodeling a Bathroom

• Households completed this in 2023: 26.2% (2.7% decrease from 2022)

• Life span: 10 to 20 years

• Typical price range: $6,635 to $17,605

• National average project cost: $12,095

There’s nothing quite like unwinding after a long day in your brand-new tub or shower. The cost of a bathroom remodel can vary widely, starting around $6,635 for mid-sized updates and going up to $30,000 for a full renovation that includes replacing tiles, fixtures, and floors with high-end materials. For smaller projects, you can spend less than $500 to upgrade items like a toilet, shower stall, or faucet. 

A bathroom remodel is one of the best renovations for flipping a house when it comes to ROI.

4. Installing a Smart Home Device

• Households completed this in 2023: 24.2% (1.3% increase from 2022)

• Life span: 5 to 10 years

• Typical price range: $205 to $1,800

• National average project cost: $990

Home automation turns futuristic tech into a reality for everyday homeowners. On average, installing a home automation system costs between $205 and $1,800, with most projects landing around $990. Make sure you request quotes from a few home remodeling experts near you to find the best installation price. 

5. Installing New Flooring

• Households completed this in 2023: 23.2% (0.6% increase from 2022)

• Life span: 10 to 50 years depending on material

• Typical price range: $1,530 and $4,855

• National average project cost: $3,160

Choosing new flooring for your home can really help you customize the space to fit your preferences. Installing flooring costs between $1,530 and $4,855 in a 500-square-foot area, with an average price of $3,160 (or $12.50 per square foot). However, the total cost will vary based on factors like the size of your space, the type of flooring materials you choose, and local labor rates.

6. Painting or Staining a Home Exterior

• Households completed this in 2023: 22.6% (0.3% decrease from 2022)

• Life span: 7 to 10 years

• Typical price range: $1,810 and $4,525

• National average project cost: $3,165

Like painting the inside of your home, a fresh coat of paint can do wonders for the exterior of your humble abode. Painting the exterior of a house costs between $1,810 and $4,525, with an average of $1.50 to $4 per square foot. Larger homes will cost more to paint, and additional stories or hard-to-reach areas, like dormers, can increase the price by about 50% for each extra story.

7. Remodeling a Kitchen

• Households completed this in 2023: 22.1% (0.7% increase from 2022)

• Life span: 20 years

• Typical price range: $26,960

• National average project cost: $14,600 to $41,495

They say the kitchen is the heart of the home, so it’s no wonder 22% of homeowners want to customize their kitchen to meet their cooking and entertaining needs. The cost of a kitchen remodel is about $26,960, but this can vary widely based on factors like materials, labor, and geographic location. Most homeowners spend between $14,600 and $41,495. For significant kitchen renovations that involve new appliances and upgraded countertops, expect to invest at least $3,500.

8. Installing New Landscaping

• Households completed this in 2023: 20.7% (0.7% increase from 2022)

• Life span: 15 to 20 years

• Typical price range: $1,250 and $6,065

• National average project cost: $3,525

Hiring a professional landscaper costs around $3,525, with prices ranging from $1,250 to $6,065. Investing in landscaping can significantly enhance your home's curb appeal and overall value. Costs can vary greatly; for instance, you might pay $750 to remove a tree or plant some border flowers, while a complete backyard renovation could exceed $6,010. When remodeling a house on a budget, some good landscaping can majorly help your curb appeal. 

9. Adding or Replacing Windows

• Households completed this in 2023: 20.3% (2.1% increase from 2022)

• Life span: 20 years

• Typical price range: $3,445 and $11,800

• National average project cost: $7,325

Installing new windows can refresh your home’s appearance while improving insulation and potentially lowering your energy bills. The average cost to replace windows is around $7,325 per project. Most homeowners spend between $3,445 and $11,800, and home remodeling national averages for this project vary by factors such as window size, material type, number of windows, number of panes, brand, and labor costs.

10. Repairing a Roof

• Households completed this in 2023: 20.3% (2.2% increase from 2022)

• Life span: 20 years or more, depending on the material

• Typical price range: $390 and $1,920

• National average project cost: $1,145

While many popular home remodel projects are fun, others are purely practical. Homeowners spend about $1,145 on the cost of roof repairs. However, the price can vary significantly based on the type and severity of the damage, with repairs ranging from $150 to $8,000.