Home addition builders in Des Moines, IA
A typical home addition project runs $40,000 to $150,000. Tell us about yours and compare bids from local pros.
How Much Does Home Addition Cost in Des Moines, IA?
Typical Range
$40,000 to $150,000
The typical Home Addition project range is $40,000 to $150,000, a general range for the service. Mid-range projects in this region recoup about 35% at resale (Cost vs Value data).
Home Addition cost figures for Des Moines
| Figure | Amount and source |
|---|---|
| Typical project range | $40,000 to $150,000Typical project range from our service pricing data. |
| Average job cost (city data) | $151,798Remodeling Cost vs Value data, city figure. |
| Average resale value (city data) | $52,520Remodeling Cost vs Value data, city figure. |
Primary Suite Addition ROI Trend
Des Moines ROI by year
| Year | ROI |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 57.4% |
| 2020 | 71.5% |
| 2021 | 58.2% |
| 2022 | 56.9% |
| 2023 | 23.1% |
| 2024 | 25.0% |
| 2025 | 45.2% |
Source: Remodeling Cost vs Value data, 2019 to 2025.
About Des Moines, IA
- Population
- 731,120
- Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024
- Median household income bracket
- $75,000-$99,999
- Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024
- Median annual property tax bracket
- $3,000 or More
- Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024
Cities in the Des Moines area
Des Moines, Ankeny, West Des Moines, Urbandale, Waukee, Johnston, Altoona, Clive, Grimes, Indianola, Norwalk, Pleasant Hill, Bondurant, Adel, Polk City, Windsor Heights
From our guides
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Home Addition in Des Moines: common questions
How much does home addition cost in Des Moines, IA?
A typical home addition project runs $40,000 to $150,000. That is a general range for the service, not a quote for Des Moines, IA. Your price depends on size, materials and access, so compare bids for your specific project.
How do I get bids for home addition in Des Moines, IA?
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