Does a Walk in Shower Add Value?

James H. Sterling
James H. Sterling
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In General, Removing a Tub and Installing a Well-Appointed Walk-in Shower Also Increases the Value of a Home. Removing Your Only Tub to Install a Walk-in...

Does a Walk in Shower Add Value?
In general, removing a tub and installing a well-appointed walk-in shower also increases the value of a home. Removing your only tub to install a walk-in shower can make your home's value take a hit because most prospective homebuyers, especially families with small kids, want at least one bathtub.

Is a walk in shower a good idea?

Benefit: Easy Cleaning

That's part of the beauty of a walk-in shower: there are fewer nooks and crannies to scrub than with a traditional shower enclosure. Its surfaces are smooth and nonporous, so a simple wipe down and they're good as new. Also, you can say goodbye to dingy, mold-attracting shower doors and curtains!

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How much value does a shower add?

Upgrading a Shower in an Existing Full Bathroom

Remodeling an existing bathroom can add anywhere between 60.2% and 67.2% to your home's resale value. The exact value depends on where you live and the type of renovations made.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist
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James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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