A complete 2026 breakdown of what Middle Tennessee homeowners actually pay for bathroom renovations — by scope, finish level, and project type.
Bathroom remodel planning ranges in Middle Tennessee: $24,000–$65,000 for hall or guest baths and $55,000–$160,000+ for primary baths.
A hall or guest bathroom refresh that keeps the existing layout typically runs $24,000–$40,000; a full remodel runs $40,000–$65,000. A primary bathroom remodel within the existing layout typically runs $55,000–$90,000, while a full primary rebuild with layout or plumbing changes runs $90,000–$160,000+.
Bathroom remodel costs vary widely based on the type of bathroom, the scope of work, and your material selections. The table below reflects current Middle Tennessee pricing.
| Tier | Typical Cost | What's Included |
|---|---|---|
| Hall or Guest Bathroom Refresh | $24,000–$40,000 | A finish-focused remodel that keeps the existing layout and plumbing locations. Typically includes a new vanity, granite or quartz top, fixtures, lighting, flooring, and updated tub or shower finishes. |
| Full Hall or Guest Bathroom Remodel | $40,000–$65,000 | A full gut renovation with upgraded waterproofing, custom tile, a new tub or tiled shower, frameless glass, cabinetry, stone countertops, and limited plumbing changes. |
| Primary Bathroom Remodel — Existing Layout | $55,000–$90,000 | A finish-focused primary bath remodel within the existing general footprint, typically including a custom shower, double vanity, granite or quartz countertops, upgraded fixtures, tile, glass, lighting, and possibly a freestanding tub. |
| Full Primary Bathroom Rebuild | $90,000–$160,000+ | A comprehensive rebuild with layout changes or plumbing relocation, curbless or steam shower, premium tile, custom cabinetry, heated floors, freestanding tub, designer fixtures, and surrounding-room repairs as needed. |
These figures are planning ranges, not project quotes or required minimum contract values. Your actual investment depends on room size, existing conditions, design complexity, selections, and final scope.
Six factors account for most of the cost variation in bathroom projects.
Tile is often the most labor-intensive part of a bathroom remodel. Standard ceramic tile runs $8–$16/sqft installed. Large-format porcelain or natural stone tile runs $18–$35/sqft. A full floor-to-ceiling custom tile shower significantly increases both material and labor cost.
A standard shower system (valve, head, trim) runs $400–$1,200 for quality mid-tier brands like Kohler or Delta. Thermostatic systems from Brizo, Waterworks, or Kallista start at $2,500 and go well above $8,000 for multi-outlet configurations.
A standard alcove tub replacement runs $1,500–$3,500 installed. A freestanding soaking tub adds $3,000–$12,000 or more depending on material (acrylic vs. cast iron vs. stone resin) and requires repositioned plumbing.
Keeping your existing plumbing locations saves significantly. Moving a toilet, relocating a shower drain, or expanding the bathroom footprint adds $5,000–$20,000 depending on what's involved in the subfloor and walls.
A quality stock double vanity with installation runs $2,000–$5,000. Custom-built bathroom cabinetry starts at $6,000 and rises with size, material, and hardware selections. Granite vanity tops generally price at $55–$120/sqft installed, but sink cutouts and minimum fabrication charges mean a typical single- or double-vanity granite top often requires a $1,000–$3,000 allowance.
In-floor radiant heat adds $1,800–$4,500 depending on bathroom size. Steam generators for a steam shower run $3,000–$7,000 installed. These are premium features that add meaningfully to the total.
National guides frequently list bathroom remodel averages at $10,000–$25,000. Those numbers reflect the national median — including cosmetic-only updates in markets with much lower labor costs than Middle Tennessee.
In the Nashville metro, homeowners in Brentwood, Franklin, and Thompson's Station are typically upgrading primary baths in homes valued at $600,000–$1.5M. A cosmetic-only bathroom update looks out of place in these homes. The norm here is a full gut renovation with quality tile, frameless glass, and custom cabinetry — which is why budgets in this market skew higher than the national average.
Skilled tile setters are also in high demand in Middle Tennessee. Lead times for quality craftspeople run 4–8 weeks, and their rates reflect the demand.
Permits required for bathroom remodel work in Tennessee:
Permit fees in Williamson County typically run $100–$400 for a standard bathroom scope. Brick & Beam Homes manages all permitting — homeowners don't interact with the county directly.
The fastest way to get an accurate number is a site visit. An experienced remodeler will assess your existing plumbing locations, subfloor condition, tile scope, and finish selections to build a real number — not a range pulled from a national database.
When comparing quotes, make sure each contractor is pricing the same scope. Two very different prices can both be "correct" if they describe different design, material, waterproofing, plumbing, and project-management scopes. Ask for itemized line-item proposals so you can compare apples to apples.
This bathroom cost guide is written for homeowners in Nashville, Franklin, Brentwood, Arrington, Nolensville, Thompson's Station, Leiper's Fork, Spring Hill, College Grove, Fairview, Columbia, and surrounding Middle Tennessee communities.