Seoul remodel costs in 2026

Real cost ranges for Seoul, South Korea, priced in KRW. Every row is what homeowners actually spend across the scope spectrum — the low end is a pull-and-replace on the existing footprint, the high end is a full custom build with premium finishes.

~1 min readUpdated 18 Apr 2026

Cost ranges by service

Kitchen remodel

18 Apr 2026
₩66,577,500 ~ ₩266,310,000

Cabinets, counters, appliances, and plumbing/electrical updates drive the range. The top of the band reflects full layout changes and premium finishes; the bottom holds for pull-and-replace scopes on the existing footprint.

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Bathroom remodel

18 Apr 2026
₩36,987,500 ~ ₩125,757,500

Tile, fixtures, and waterproofing are the big drivers. Primary and ensuite bathrooms with walk-in showers or freestanding tubs sit near the top of the band; hall baths come in closer to the bottom.

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ADU / accessory dwelling

18 Apr 2026
₩266,310,000 ~ ₩665,775,000

Detached units and garage conversions vary most by square footage, foundation type, and utility runs. Where local law does not recognize ADUs, this row maps to the nearest annex / granny-flat / laneway equivalent.

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Full-home renovation

18 Apr 2026
₩369,875,000 ~ ₩1,331,550,000

Whole-home scope covers all trades plus permitting, structural, MEP, and finishes. Historic properties, listed buildings, and seismic-retrofit markets sit well above the median.

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Roof replacement

18 Apr 2026
₩17,754,000 ~ ₩81,372,500

Material choice (asphalt shingle, tile, standing-seam metal, membrane) dominates the range. Pitch, access, and city-specific wind/fire codes add the rest.

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Deck or patio

18 Apr 2026
₩11,836,000 ~ ₩66,577,500

Composite decking, hardwood, pavers, and concrete slab are the main price bands. Elevated decks and outdoor-kitchen integrations push the high end.

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Basement finishing

18 Apr 2026
₩51,782,500 ~ ₩177,540,000

Framing, insulation, egress windows, and waterproofing move together. Adding a bathroom or full kitchen pushes the cost well above the base finish scope.

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Pool construction

18 Apr 2026
₩96,167,500 ~ ₩325,490,000

Gunite, vinyl-liner, and fiberglass each have distinct price bands. Spa integration, water features, and decking lift the top of the range.

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Exterior paint

18 Apr 2026
₩9,616,750 ~ ₩32,549,000

Prep work (siding repair, pressure wash, priming) is the hidden driver. Coastal and high-UV markets use specialty coatings that cost more but last longer.

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Flooring

18 Apr 2026
₩11,836,000 ~ ₩59,180,000

Hardwood, LVP, tile, and stone span a wide range. Subfloor repair and leveling for old construction add meaningful cost on top of the finish material.

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About remodeling in Seoul

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Indicative KRW ranges, calibrated from Los Angeles NPLD invoice history scaled by local cost multipliers and mid-market FX rates. Refreshed every 30 days. Last verified 18 Apr 2026.