Quick answer: Kitchen remodels in Los Angeles run $250–$650 per square foot for a full gut renovation, with the biggest cost driver being scope and finish tier — not square footage itself. APLA Construction (CA Lic #1136359) handles this throughout Greater Los Angeles.
Kitchen remodel pricing in Los Angeles is driven less by square footage and more by scope decisions — whether you are reconfiguring the layout, the quality tier of cabinets and countertops, and the neighborhood’s market expectations. Still, cost per square foot is a useful initial benchmarking tool when used with the right context. This guide provides real $/sq ft ranges for Los Angeles kitchen remodels in 2026.
A starting-point range based on real Los Angeles pricing — not a substitute for a free on-site estimate.
Estimates reflect typical Greater Los Angeles pricing as of 2026 and can vary based on site conditions, permitting jurisdiction, and design decisions. CA Lic #1136359.
| Tier | Cost per Sq Ft | Example Total |
| Entry-level update (no layout changes) | $150–$250 | $22,000–$37,000 (150 sq ft) |
| Mid-range remodel (moderate layout changes) | $250–$400 | $44,000–$70,000 (175 sq ft) |
| Upscale remodel (full reconfiguration) | $400–$650 | $80,000–$130,000 (200 sq ft) |
| Luxury remodel (Westside / South Bay) | $600–$1,000+ | $130,000–$220,000+ (220 sq ft) |
| Estate kitchen | $1,000–$2,500+ | $250,000–$800,000+ |
Cost range: $150–$250 per square foot
Replace cabinets (stock or semi-custom), countertops, sink, faucet, and appliances. No structural changes. No plumbing or electrical relocation. For a typical 150 sq ft kitchen, total cost: $22,000–$37,000. Best for Valley neighborhoods ($800K–$1.5M homes) where updating finishes is sufficient for market competitiveness.
Cost range: $250–$400 per square foot
Semi-custom or custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, new appliance package ($8,000–$18,000), moderate plumbing and electrical relocation, new flooring, under-cabinet lighting. For a 175 sq ft kitchen, total cost: $44,000–$70,000. Most common scope in Sherman Oaks, Encino, Burbank, Glendale, Studio City, and similar Valley and mid-tier LA neighborhoods.
Cost range: $400–$650 per square foot
Full gut renovation. Full custom cabinetry. Natural stone countertops (quartzite, marble). Professional-grade appliances ($20,000–$50,000). Open-plan wall removal. Statement range and hood. For a 200 sq ft kitchen footprint, total cost: $80,000–$130,000. Common in Culver City, Santa Monica, Pasadena, Manhattan Beach, and Westside markets.
Cost range: $600–$1,000+ per square foot
Custom European cabinetry (Bulthaup, SieMatic, or equivalent). Book-matched natural stone. Sub-Zero/Wolf/Miele appliances. Integrated smart home systems. Bespoke range hood. For Santa Monica, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, Beverly Hills, and South Bay premium homes. For a 220 sq ft kitchen, total cost: $130,000–$220,000+.
Cost range: $1,000–$2,500+ per square foot
Full architectural kitchen at the estate level. European stone throughout. Custom furniture-grade cabinetry. Full Miele or La Cornue suite. Integrated pantry and butler’s kitchen. For estates at $15M+. Total project cost for the kitchen alone: $250,000–$800,000+.
Kitchen remodels have some of the highest cost-per-sq-ft variation of any home renovation type because:
A better planning approach: define the specific scope items (cabinet tier, countertop material, appliance budget, layout change complexity), then price each component rather than working backward from a $/sq ft target.
The most common range is $250–$650/sq ft for a full gut renovation in greater Los Angeles. The midpoint ($400–$500/sq ft) represents a typical mid-range kitchen remodel with semi-custom to custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, and a quality appliance package. Estate and luxury kitchens at $1,000–$2,500/sq ft represent a small fraction of the market.
Generally, yes — for kitchen remodels in Los Angeles, larger kitchens (200+ sq ft) tend to have slightly lower $/sq ft because fixed costs (appliance budget, plumbing changes, electrical panel upgrades) are spread over more area. However, larger kitchens also require more cabinetry and countertop, so the savings are partial.
Yes. APLA (CA Lic #1136359) provides free, detailed kitchen remodel estimates throughout greater Los Angeles. Call (818) 818-4419 for a free in-home consultation.
Only as a rough sanity check, not a deciding factor — two bids at the same $/sq ft can represent very different scopes (one might include appliances and electrical panel work, the other might not). Compare bids by their full itemized scope, not just the headline number.
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