A Davis Islands home remodel typically runs $150,000 to $300,000 for a full renovation, with selective remodels starting near $75,000, and projects taking 8 weeks to 7 months depending on scope and historic detail.
CraftLine is a licensed design build contractor handling complete home remodels across Davis Islands. One contract, one project manager, one crew that handles design, permits, and the build from start to finish. Below is what a whole home remodel actually costs here, how long it takes, and what makes Davis Islands homes different to work on.
What a Whole Home Remodel Costs in Davis Islands
| Whole home scope | Typical investment | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Selective remodel | $75,000 to $150,000 | Kitchen, two baths, flooring, paint, and updated fixtures throughout |
| Complete renovation | $150,000 to $300,000 | Gut renovation, new systems, reworked floor plan, every room touched |
| Per square foot | $95 to $250 / sq ft | Range depends on how much is structural vs. finish-level work |
These ranges hold for most homes in the area. What moves your number is square footage, how much is structural (moving walls, raising ceilings, re-plumbing) versus finish-level, and the materials you pick. Run your own estimate with our free Tampa Bay remodeling cost calculator, or read the full Tampa whole home renovation guide for line-item detail.
Working on Davis Islands Homes
Davis Islands is a pair of man-made islands off South Tampa built up starting in the 1920s. The original homes are 1920s Mediterranean Revival and bungalow styles, many now historic, sitting alongside modern luxury rebuilds on waterfront and canal lots. Home values here run well past $850,000, so renovations are about protecting and increasing real value. The 1920s homes often hide original wiring, cast-iron plumbing, and plaster walls that need updating, while waterfront lots bring flood-zone elevation rules into every structural decision. This is detailed work, and it is the kind we do best.
Davis Islands is part of the City of Tampa, so permits run through the city. Many homes here fall under flood-zone elevation rules, and some sit in historic context. We manage city permitting and FEMA elevation requirements as part of the job.
What a Complete Remodel Includes
- Design and 3D plans so you see the layout before we build
- Permits and inspections pulled and managed for you
- Kitchen: cabinets, counters, appliances, lighting, plumbing
- Bathrooms: showers, tubs, vanities, tile, fixtures
- Flooring, interior paint, trim, and doors throughout
- Electrical and plumbing updates where the home needs them
- One fixed written scope and price, no moving target
What moves your final number most is the level of structural change. Moving kitchen and bath plumbing, taking down load-bearing walls, raising ceilings, and re-running electrical all add cost but also add the open, modern layout most homeowners are after. Finish choices, cabinets, counters, tile, and fixtures, are the other big lever, and that is the part you control directly.
How CraftLine Works
Every whole home remodel runs the same clear way, so there are no surprises:
- Walkthrough and quote. We come out, measure, listen to what you want, and put a real scope and price in writing.
- Design and selections. You see a 3D layout and pick finishes before anything is ordered or demolished.
- Permits and build. We pull every permit and one dedicated crew does the work, with your project manager on site.
- Walk and warranty. We finish with a punch-list walk and back the work with our written warranty.
You can see finished kitchens, baths, and full renovations on our project portfolio.
What Homeowners Say
CraftLine is a licensed, insured design build contractor and an active member of NARI Tampa Bay. Our work carries a 5.0 rating across 93 Google reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a whole home remodel cost here?
Most Davis Islands whole home projects land between $75,000 for a selective remodel and $300,000 for a full gut. Per square foot, plan on $95 to $250 depending on how much structural work is involved.
How long does a full home remodel take?
A selective remodel usually runs 8 to 14 weeks. A complete gut renovation runs 4 to 7 months, including design and permitting before any demolition starts.
Can we live in the house during the remodel?
For selective remodels, often yes, by phasing the work. For a full gut, most families move out for the active construction window. We will tell you straight which one fits your project.
Do you work on historic 1920s Davis Islands homes and waterfront lots?
Yes. We restore and modernize 1920s Mediterranean and bungalow homes while keeping their character, and we handle waterfront lots where FEMA elevation and flood-resistant construction drive the design. Original wiring and plumbing get updated as part of the scope.
Get a Real Number for Your Project
Want an exact price for your complete home remodel in Davis Islands? Schedule a free quote and we will walk the space, talk through your goals, and put a fixed scope and price in writing. Prefer to talk now? Call us at (813) 522-4359.
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