If you are planning a kitchen remodel in St. Louis, the first question is almost always the same: what is this going to cost? The honest answer is that it depends on scope, but most St. Louis homeowners can expect to spend somewhere between $30,000 for a cosmetic refresh and $90,000 or more for a full, high-end remodel with a reconfigured layout.
Here is how those ranges typically break down.
Cosmetic refresh: $30,000 to $50,000
This covers new countertops, updated cabinet fronts or refacing, new appliances, and updated lighting and flooring, without moving plumbing or walls. It is the fastest path to a noticeably different kitchen and the most budget-friendly option for many of our clients.
Mid-range remodel: $50,000 to $75,000
This is the most common project we see. It usually includes new custom or semi-custom cabinetry, stone countertops, updated electrical and plumbing, and minor layout changes such as removing a peninsula or adding an island.
High-end or full custom remodel: $75,000 to $150,000+
Full custom remodels often involve structural changes, moving walls to open up the kitchen to a living or dining space, premium materials, and high-end appliance packages. Homes in historic St. Louis neighborhoods often fall into this range simply because older construction requires more work behind the walls before the visible remodel can start.
What makes St. Louis kitchens different
A large share of St. Louis housing stock predates 1960, and many homes in areas like South City, the Central West End, and Webster Groves have original plumbing, knob-and-tube wiring remnants, or load-bearing walls that limit layout options. That means a realistic budget needs to account for what is behind the walls, not just what ends up on the countertop. Permitting requirements also vary by municipality across the St. Louis area, which can affect both timeline and cost.
Ways to keep costs in check
Keeping the existing footprint, reusing the current layout for plumbing and electrical, and choosing semi-custom rather than fully custom cabinetry are the three moves that most reliably control cost without sacrificing the finished look.
According to the Cost vs. Value Report from Zonda, a minor kitchen remodel consistently recoups a higher percentage of its cost at resale than a major one, which is worth weighing if you are planning to sell within the next several years.
Planning a full renovation, not just a kitchen
If your project also touches other rooms, our St. Louis renovations page covers what a whole-home renovation involves, and our bathroom remodel cost guide walks through pricing for that space using the same framework.
Every kitchen remodel is different once we see the space in person. If you want a number specific to your home, reach out to Anzac Developments for a walkthrough and a real budget range, not a guess.