Most Brooklyn kitchen remodels land between $45,000 and $170,000. The spread is wide because a kitchen is three projects at once: a layout, a set of finishes, and the work behind the walls.

The short answer, by finish level

For a 180 square foot kitchen, Essential runs about $81,000 at $450 per square foot. Signature runs about $117,000 at $650. Bespoke runs about $171,000 at $950. These figures come before options.

Our budget planner adds 10% below and 15% above these numbers to show a range, because a final price depends on what we find once the walls are open.

What moves the number

Moving plumbing or gas lines adds about 8% in a pre-war building. Structural changes, such as opening a bearing wall, add about 10% for engineering and steel. Custom millwork adds about 12% over semi-custom cabinetry. Permits and drawings start at $12,000 for kitchens that change layout.

Landmark districts take longer, not always more

Interior work rarely needs Landmarks approval, but windows and rear facades do. Plan four more weeks, and expect about $6,000 for drawings and filings.

How to use these numbers

Start with the planner, pick the finish level that matches how you live, and book a consultation to turn the range into a fixed price.