Bathroom Renovation Cost in St. John's (2026)
Average cost in St. John's
$7,250 – $32,000
$165 – $315 per sq ft
In St. John's, the average is $17,484 and most projects cost between $7,250 and $32,000, or about $165 – $315 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 6 sources.
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedLicensed plumbing, electrical, and general contracting
50%
Tile, flooring, drywall, and rough-in supplies
25%
Vanity, toilet, tub/shower, and hardware
20%
City fees and waste management
5%
HST at 15%
📋What's Included
ScopeTypically Includes
- Vanity & sink replacement
- Toilet replacement
- Tub/shower update
- Tile flooring & walls
- Basic plumbing
- Lighting & exhaust fan
- Labor & installation
Typically Excludes
- Full tub-to-shower conversion
- Heated floors
- Custom glass enclosures
- Structural modifications
- Permits
Based on a standard 5x8 ft bathroom. Master bath or custom designs may cost more.
🧮Estimate your project
LiveYour estimate in St. John's
Likely range $7,868 – $32,000
- Labor50%$8,742
- Materials25%$4,371
- Fixtures & Finishes20%$3,497
- Permits & Disposal5%$874
Budget
$12,342
Mid-Range
$17,484
High-End
$27,769
Calibrated to 6 researched sources for St. John's. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$16,620
Today
$17,484
Bathroom Renovation in St. John's is ↑ 5.2% compared to roughly a year ago — about $864 more on the average project.
Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.
🏢Top Bathroom Reno Contractors in St. John's
Verified providersReshape Consulting Inc.
50 Pippy Pl #12, St. John's, NL A1B 4H7, Canada
29 reviews
Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.
💬What People Actually Paid
Community❓Common Questions
Yes. In St. John's, permits are required for any work involving structural changes, plumbing (except simple fixture replacement), or electrical systems. Cosmetic updates like painting or tiling typically do not require a permit.
The city charges $9 per $1,000 of construction value for renovations up to $100,000, with a minimum fee of $50. Separate plumbing permits cost approximately $18.48 per new fixture installed.
Costs in St. John's are often 10% lower than the national average due to local labor rates, but this is offset by higher logistics costs for shipping specialty materials and a smaller pool of available contractors, which can extend timelines to 5-8 weeks.
A mid-range bathroom renovation in Newfoundland and Labrador typically yields an ROI of 65% to 80%, making it one of the highest-value home improvements in the local real estate market.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 6+ verified web sources and cost databases
Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides
Government construction and labor statistics
Community-reported project costs and reviews
Last data collection: 1 months ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.
About this data
Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.
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