Attic Conversion: How Much Will It Cost?

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What Is an Attic Conversion?
Average Attic Conversion Cost
Attic Types
Walk-Up Attic
Attic Above a Garage
Attic as a Bedroom
Attic as a Storage Space
Cost to Finish an Attic Per Square Foot
Cost to Finish an Attic Per Task
Subflooring: $500 – $800 Lighting: $30 – $2,000 Doors: $300 – $2,500 Walls: $500 – $2,500 Soundproofing: $1,000 – $2,500 Drywall: $1,000 – $2,600 Closet: $200 – $5,000 Insulation: $1,750 – $2,100 Floors: $200 – $6,400 Windows: $200 – $10,000 Floor Joists: $1,000 – $10,000 Plumbing: $1,000 – $10,000 Stairway: $1,000 – $10,000 HVAC: $600 – $20,000 Ceiling: $120 – $25,000
Factors That Impact Attic Conversion Cost
Functionality
Windows
Ceilings
Plumbing
Heating & Air
Electricity
Size
Lighting
Flooring
Roofing
Do Attic Conversions Increase a Home’s Value?
Financing an Attic Conversion
HELOC
Cash-out Refinance
Personal Loan
Exploring Personal Loan Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
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About the Author
Kristin Luna is a Tennessee-based journalist with 20 years of writing and editing experience. She has contributed to such publications as Southern Living, This Old House, Real Simple, Parade, Conde Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, and various other titles. With her spouse and fellow journalist, she runs a public art nonprofit and also purchases and rehabs older model homes.
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