A complete 2026 breakdown of what Middle Tennessee homeowners actually pay for bathroom renovations — by scope, finish level, and project type.
Average primary bathroom remodel cost in Nashville, TN: $35,000–$60,000.
Most Middle Tennessee homeowners spend $35,000–$60,000 for a full primary bathroom remodel with custom tile, a new vanity, updated plumbing fixtures, and a glass shower enclosure. Guest bath remodels typically run $12,000–$28,000. High-end primary baths with freestanding tubs and custom tile work reach $65,000–$90,000.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Guest Bath Refresh | $10,000–$25,000 | New vanity and fixtures, tile floor, tub/shower retile or surround replacement, updated lighting and mirror. Existing layout maintained, no plumbing moved. |
| Mid-Range Primary Bath | $28,000–$55,000 | Full gut renovation with custom tile shower, double vanity, quartz countertop, frameless glass enclosure, soaking tub, updated plumbing fixtures and lighting. Layout stays the same. |
| Luxury Primary Bath | $55,000–$90,000+ | Freestanding soaking tub, full custom tile work (floor-to-ceiling, patterned or large-format), steam shower, heated floors, custom cabinetry, designer plumbing fixtures, possible layout expansion. |
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.
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. A $20,000 quote and a $45,000 quote can both be "correct" if they're describing completely different projects. Ask for itemized line-item proposals so you can compare apples to apples.
Brick & Beam Homes serves Thompson's Station, Franklin, Brentwood, Nashville, Nolensville, Spring Hill, Murfreesboro, Columbia, and surrounding Williamson and Davidson County communities.