Quick Answer

Kitchen Renovation Cost in Toronto (2026)

Average cost in Toronto

$67,334avg

$15,000 – $250,000

$150 – $500 per sq ft

In Toronto, the average is $67,334 and most projects cost between $15,000 and $250,000, or about $150 – $500 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 9 sources.

+12% YoY
9 sources
Updated 3 weeks ago
GTA Region

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Cabinetry & Hardware

Custom or semi-custom millwork

$5,250 – $87,500

35%

Labor & Project Management

Skilled trades and site supervision

$3,750 – $62,500

25%

Appliances

Mid-range to luxury packages

$2,250 – $37,500

15%

Countertops & Backsplash

Quartz, stone, or porcelain slabs

$1,800 – $30,000

12%

Plumbing & Electrical

Licensed trade rough-ins and fixtures

$1,200 – $20,000

8%

Permits & Design Fees

City of Toronto filings and drawings

$750 – $12,500

5%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $8,753 tax$76,087

HST at 13%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Cabinet replacement
  • Countertop installation
  • Backsplash
  • Flooring
  • Basic plumbing updates
  • Electrical (lighting & outlets)
  • Labor & installation
  • Demolition & disposal

Typically Excludes

  • Appliances (fridge, stove, dishwasher)
  • Structural wall removal
  • Full plumbing rerouting
  • Permits & inspection fees
  • Furniture & decor

Costs assume a standard 100-150 sq ft kitchen. Larger or custom layouts may increase costs significantly.

🧮Estimate your project

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Cabinet Material
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Your estimate in Toronto

$67,334

Likely range $30,300 – $148,135

  • Cabinetry & Hardware35%$23,567
  • Labor & Project Management25%$16,834
  • Appliances15%$10,100
  • Countertops & Backsplash12%$8,080
  • Plumbing & Electrical8%$5,387
  • Permits & Design Fees5%$3,367

Budget

$47,134

Mid-Range

$67,334

High-End

$95,615

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Calibrated to 9 researched sources for Toronto. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$60,120

Today

$67,334

Kitchen Renovation in Toronto is ↑ 12.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about $7,214 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 Kitchen Reno Contractors in Toronto

Verified providers
🔨

Astaneh Construction

3080 Yonge St Ste 6060, Toronto, ON M4N 1S1, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

119 reviews

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Easy Renovation | Condo, Kitchen & Bathroom Renovation

5000 Yonge St Unit# 1901-A, North York, ON M2N 7E9, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

78 reviews

🔨

Sosna Home Renovations

7250 Keele St Unit 372, Vaughan, ON L4K 1Z8, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

102 reviews

🔨

Smart Renovations

10815 Bathurst St Unit 5, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 9Y2, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

137 reviews

🔨

Acon Renovations

103 The Queensway, Toronto, ON M6S 5B3, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

76 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

Permit fees for a standard kitchen renovation in Toronto generally range from $500 to $2,000. However, if structural changes like wall removals are required, engineering fees and specialized permits can add $3,000 to $5,000 to the total budget.

Condo renovations in the GTA typically cost between $150 and $350 per sq. ft. Total project costs often land between $25,000 and $60,000, reflecting higher costs for logistical constraints such as elevator bookings and restricted contractor hours.

Minor kitchen updates in Toronto currently offer a high return on investment, typically recouping 96% to 113% of the cost at resale, while major upscale renovations generally see a 50% to 70% return.

As of 2026, the average lead time for custom cabinetry in Toronto is 10 to 14 weeks. Homeowners are advised to lock in designs early to avoid the 10-14% annual price increases driven by labor shortages and material tariffs.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 7+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 3 weeks 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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