Vancouver Renovation Cost Index 2026: Real Numbers from Real Projects

This is not a guide to what renovations should cost — it is a report on what renovations actually cost in Metro Vancouver in 2026, drawn from VGC’s completed project data. We’ve aggregated cost data from 85 projects completed in the 12 months ending February 2026 across kitchen, bathroom, basement suite, laneway home, addition, and whole-home categories. All figures are inclusive of materials, labour, permit fees, and applicable taxes.

Kitchen Renovation Costs Vancouver 2026

Bathroom Renovation Costs Vancouver 2026

Basement Suite Costs Vancouver 2026

Based on 22 basement suite projects completed in Metro Vancouver in the 12-month period:

• Unfinished basement → legal suite (basic): $78,000–$95,000
• Unfinished basement → legal suite (premium): $98,000–$130,000
• Partial development → legal suite: $55,000–$85,000
• Suite with egress window additions (included): Add $4,000–$9,000 per window
• Average timeline: 10.8 weeks from permit approval to completion

Laneway Home Costs Vancouver 2026

Based on 12 completed laneway home projects in Metro Vancouver:

• 400–500 sq ft (1-bed, standard): $255,000–$295,000
• 550–700 sq ft (1-bed, premium): $305,000–$355,000
• 700–900 sq ft (2-bed, standard): $340,000–$395,000
• 700–900 sq ft (2-bed, premium): $390,000–$455,000
• Average timeline: 26.3 weeks from permit submission to occupancy

Home Addition Costs Vancouver 2026

• Rear room addition (200–400 sq ft): $95,000–$165,000
• Second-storey addition (full): $155,000–$320,000
• Master suite addition: $120,000–$210,000
• Cost per sq ft (additions): $380–$580/sq ft

Whole-Home Renovation Costs Vancouver 2026

• Partial whole-home (3–4 rooms): $95,000–$185,000
• Full whole-home (all rooms, standard): $185,000–$310,000
• Full whole-home (premium finishes): $295,000–$480,000
• Heritage home whole-home: Add 15–30% to standard estimate

Cost Trends: 2025 vs. 2026

Renovation costs in Metro Vancouver increased approximately 4.8% year-over-year from 2025 to 2026, driven primarily by labour cost increases (approximately 6.2% for skilled trades) partially offset by materials cost stabilisation following the supply chain disruptions of 2022–2024. The increase closely tracks BC’s CPI for construction (4.3% YoY as of February 2026).

Use our Vancouver Renovation Cost Calculator for an instant estimate based on your specific project. Contact VGC for a fixed-price quote.

→ See also: Vancouver Renovation Cost Guide 2026

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