Kitchen Remodel Cost Miami: 2026 Prices, Permits & Timeline
Last updated: October 2026
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Miami in 2026?
Miami is part of the South Florida market, which runs about 15–25% above the state average. The table puts Miami's estimated ranges next to the statewide ones so you can see the gap at each level of work.
| Tier | Miami estimate | Florida estimate | Usually includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic refresh | $12,000–$25,000 | $10,000–$20,000 | Refaced cabinets, new counters, backsplash, and hardware. Layout stays the same. |
| Mid-range remodel | $30,000–$60,000 | $25,000–$50,000 | New semi-custom cabinets, quartz, flooring, lighting, and appliances. |
| High-end / luxury | $70,000–$120,000+ | $60,000–$100,000+ | Custom cabinetry, premium stone, layout changes, and designer appliances. |
All figures are 2026 estimates, not quotes. Your price depends on size, scope, and finishes.
Planning a modern kitchen? A clean look with semi-custom flat-panel cabinets and quartz usually fits the mid-range tier. Handleless custom cabinetry, waterfall quartz islands, and integrated appliances push a project into the high-end tier.
High-end projects are common in Coral Gables, Pinecrest, and Miami Beach, where custom cabinetry and stone are the norm. If you are planning a kitchen on the beach side, our Miami Beach kitchen remodeling page covers that market.
This guide explains where the money goes. When you are ready for real numbers, you can compare Miami kitchen remodeling contractors and get itemized bids. Florida Remodeling Direct is a free quote-matching service, not a contractor. We connect you with up to 4 independent licensed contractors, and you decide whether to hire any of them.
What drives kitchen renovation cost in Miami?
Two kitchens of the same size can land in different tiers. These six factors explain most of the difference.
Layout changes
Keeping the sink, range, and dishwasher where they are is the single easiest way to protect your budget. Moving plumbing, gas, or a wall adds trades, permits, and inspections.
Cabinet choice
Refacing, semi-custom, and full custom are three very different price points. As an estimate, refacing typically costs 30–50% less than full replacement when the existing boxes are sound.
Plans and permits
In the City of Miami, an interior remodel permit needs plans from an architect, and possibly an engineer. Design and drawing fees belong in your budget from day one.
Condo logistics
Common-area protection, elevator reservations, restricted work hours, and association fees add cost that a single-family home does not carry.
Windows and exterior doors (only if you touch them)
The High-Velocity Hurricane Zone rules apply to the building envelope, not to cabinets or counters. If your kitchen plan replaces a window or a patio door, that product needs Miami-Dade approval and a separate permit.
Humidity-ready materials
Quartz, porcelain tile, and moisture-tolerant cabinet boxes cost more up front than some alternatives, but they hold up better in Miami's year-round humidity.
Sources: the City of Miami interior remodel permit page (plans and sub-permits) and the Miami-Dade construction materials brochure, which lists exterior doors, windows, skylights, shutters, roofing, and structural components as products that need a Notice of Acceptance.
Miami condo kitchen renovation cost: what changes
A condo kitchen uses the same tiers as a house, but it often lands in the upper part of its tier. The work itself is similar. The logistics are not. Crews may only work set hours, every load goes through a reserved elevator, and hallways need protection.
Your association's rules, not the building department, decide most of this. Before you request quotes, ask building management for the renovation rules in writing: approved work hours, elevator booking, any deposit, and the paperwork a contractor must file. Share that document with every bidder so all quotes price the same conditions.
Permits can differ too. Miami Beach's interactive permit guide says cabinet replacement in a condo unit requires a permit and a licensed contractor, while the same swap in a single-family home needs no permit but must still be done by a licensed contractor. In the City of Miami, the permit exemption list limits the cabinet and countertop exemption to single-family homes and duplexes.
Line by line: where a Miami kitchen budget goes
The split between line items changes too much from one kitchen to the next to give a fixed percentage. A more useful approach is to ask every contractor to break their bid into these lines, then compare line by line.
| Line item | What moves the price | Question to ask |
|---|---|---|
| Cabinets | Refacing vs. semi-custom vs. custom, box material, and finish. | Is the price for boxes, doors, hardware, and installation, or only some of them? |
| Countertops | Material, slab count, edge profile, and waterfall ends. | Does the quote include fabrication, sink cutouts, and removal of the old tops? |
| Appliances | Standard vs. integrated or designer packages, and venting needs. | Are appliances supplied by you or the contractor, and who installs them? |
| Plumbing and gas | Like-for-like swaps vs. relocated lines. | Which permits and inspections are included in this line? |
| Electrical and lighting | New circuits, recessed and under-cabinet lighting. | Is the electrical sub-permit in the price? |
| Flooring and backsplash | Tile size, pattern, and square footage. | Is there a per-square-foot allowance, and what happens if I pick a pricier tile? |
| Plans, permits, and protection | Architect drawings, permit fees, and condo common-area protection. | Who prepares the drawings, and is building protection included? |
Do you need a permit for a kitchen remodel in Miami?
- Start with your jurisdiction. Miami-Dade's home renovation brochure explains that each city has its own building official. Homes in unincorporated Miami-Dade get permits from the county.
- Systems work needs a permit. The same brochure lists removing a wall, changing or repairing electrical or plumbing, and replacing a water heater or gas appliance as work that needs one.
- Some cosmetic work is exempt. The City of Miami exempts cabinet and countertop replacement in single-family homes and duplexes when no plumbing lines, wiring, or load-bearing walls change. Painting is exempt unless it affects stucco.
- A remodel permit means plans and sub-permits. The City of Miami says any remodel needs an architect, and that smaller kitchen and bath jobs without structural work may only need architectural plans. Electrical, mechanical, and plumbing work each need a separate sub-permit.
- Windows and exterior doors are separate. Replacing them requires its own window/door permit in the City of Miami. Because Miami-Dade is in the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone, windows and exterior doors also need Miami-Dade product approval. Interior work like cabinets and counters does not.
Your licensed contractor normally pulls the permits. Make sure each quote says which permits are included and who pays the fees.
How long does a kitchen remodel take in Miami?
Plan on 6–12 weeks of on-site work for a full remodel and 2–4 weeks for a cosmetic refresh. Cabinet lead times usually set the pace, so order early.
Permit review comes first. The City of Miami offers a same-day walk-through for smaller residential projects: under ten plan pages, under $75,000, and under 500 square feet. Larger projects are dropped off for review, which the city says can take one to three months. Condo projects often add time on top of that for association approval and building scheduling.
How to save on a Miami kitchen remodel
- Keep the existing layout. Plumbing, gas, and wall changes are what turn a mid-range kitchen into a high-end one.
- Reface sound cabinet boxes instead of replacing them.
- Choose quartz over premium natural stone if the budget is tight. It is durable and does not need sealing.
- Make every finish decision before work starts. Change orders mid-project cost more than the same choice made up front.
- Order cabinets early. Lead times, not labor, usually set the schedule.
- Hold a 10–15% contingency, especially in older Miami homes where wiring or plumbing surprises turn up behind the walls.
How to get accurate kitchen remodel quotes in Miami
- Write one scope and send it to everyone. Include measurements, the layout you want, finish choices, and your building's rules if you live in a condo.
- Ask for itemized bids with allowances. A lump sum hides the differences. Our guide on how to compare remodeling quotes shows what to line up side by side.
- Verify the license. Search each contractor on the Florida DBPR license lookup, or follow our step-by-step guide to checking a Florida contractor license.
- Know the deposit rule. Under section 489.126, Florida Statutes, a contractor who takes more than 10% of the price up front on residential work must apply for permits within 30 days and start within 90 days after permits are issued, unless there is just cause or you agree otherwise in writing.
- Look for the recovery fund notice. Section 489.1425 requires residential contracts over $2,500 to explain your rights under the Florida Homeowners' Construction Recovery Fund.
Get your Miami kitchen quotes
Describe your kitchen once and compare up to 4 free quotes from licensed Miami contractors.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Miami?
As 2026 estimates, Miami kitchen remodels run about $12,000–$25,000 for a cosmetic refresh, $30,000–$60,000 for a mid-range remodel, and $70,000–$120,000+ for a high-end kitchen. That is roughly 15–25% above the Florida average.
How much does a condo kitchen renovation cost in Miami?
Condo kitchens fall into the same tiers, but they often land in the upper part of their tier. Protecting hallways and elevators, restricted work hours, and association fees all add cost. Get your building's renovation rules in writing before you ask for quotes.
Do I need a permit to remodel a kitchen in Miami?
It depends on the scope and the city. The City of Miami exempts cabinet and countertop replacement in single-family homes and duplexes when no plumbing, wiring, or load-bearing walls change. Plumbing, electrical, gas, and wall changes need permits, and Miami Beach requires a permit for cabinet replacement in condo units.
Does the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone raise the cost of a kitchen remodel?
Only if your plan replaces a window, an exterior door, or a skylight. Those products need Miami-Dade product approval, and in the City of Miami a window or exterior door replacement needs its own permit. Cabinets, counters, flooring, and other interior finishes are not covered by those product rules.
How long does a kitchen remodel take in Miami?
Plan on 6–12 weeks of on-site work for a full remodel and 2–4 weeks for a cosmetic refresh. Add permit review time, which ranges from a same-day walk-through for small City of Miami projects to one to three months for larger ones. Condo projects often take longer.
What does a modern kitchen remodel cost in Miami?
A clean, modern look with semi-custom flat-panel cabinets and quartz counters usually fits the $30,000–$60,000 mid-range tier. Custom handleless cabinetry, waterfall islands, premium stone, integrated appliances, and layout changes push a project into the $70,000–$120,000+ high-end tier.
Turn these estimates into real numbers
Compare free, no-obligation quotes from licensed Miami kitchen remodelers.