If you are searching for a kitchen remodel near you in Tampa, expect $15,000 to $25,000 for a basic refresh, $25,000 to $40,000 mid range, and $40,000 to $60,000+ for high end, with most projects taking 6 to 10 weeks. CraftLine is a licensed, insured Tampa Bay design build contractor working across Hillsborough and Pinellas, and a local crew matters more on a kitchen than almost any other project.
Tampa Kitchen Remodel Cost
| Remodel Type | Cost Range | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Basic refresh | $15,000 to $25,000 | 4 to 6 weeks |
| Mid range | $25,000 to $40,000 | 6 to 8 weeks |
| High end | $40,000 to $60,000+ | 8 to 10 weeks |
A real example: we completed a 10 by 12 South Tampa kitchen for $27,900 with quartz counters, soft close custom cabinets, and a tile backsplash in seven days. For the full breakdown see our kitchen cost guide and the cost calculator.
Why Local Matters on a Kitchen
When you search kitchen remodel near me, a lot of the results are national directories and lead sellers, not contractors. The difference with a local Tampa Bay crew is real. We know which permit office handles your address, whether the City of Tampa, Hillsborough County, or Pinellas County. We know the housing stock, from 1920s South Tampa bungalows with old galvanized plumbing to 1960s Pinellas block ranches to newer Wesley Chapel and New Tampa builder homes, and we plan for what is behind your walls. And we show up, because we are 20 minutes away, not dispatched from out of town. That is what keeps a kitchen on schedule.
Where We Work
CraftLine remodels kitchens across Tampa Bay, including South Tampa, Carrollwood, Brandon, Riverview, New Tampa, Westchase, Town n Country, Largo, Seminole, and St. Petersburg. Browse a few service areas: Tampa, Carrollwood, and St. Petersburg.
What Is Included
- Free in home consultation and 3D design
- Permits and a single project manager from start to finish
- Cabinets, counters, backsplash, sink, and fixtures
- Flooring, lighting, electrical, and paint
- Final inspection and walkthrough
How a CraftLine Project Works
Every CraftLine project follows the same four steps, so you always know what comes next and what it costs.
- Free consultation. We come out, measure, and talk through what you want and what you want to spend. No pressure, no charge.
- Design and written quote. You get a 3D layout and an itemized number, not a vague range, so the budget is set before demo day.
- Permitting and scheduling. We pull the right permits for your address and lock in a realistic timeline.
- Build and walkthrough. One project manager runs the job start to finish, and we do not call it done until you have signed off on a punch list.
What Your Neighborhood Does to the Price
Two kitchens with identical cabinets and counters can be $10,000 apart because of what is behind the drywall. Around Tampa Bay that is mostly a function of when the house was built and what it was built on.
| Housing type | Where you find it | What drives the cost | Typical tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1920s to 1940s bungalow | Hyde Park, Seminole Heights, Old Northeast | Knob and tube remnants, galvanized supply, plaster walls, tight kitchens that want a wall opened | Mid to high end |
| 1950s to 1960s block ranch | Town n Country, Carrollwood, Largo, Seminole | Slab drain relocation, 100 amp panels, soffits hiding ductwork above the uppers | Basic to mid range |
| 1970s to 1980s subdivision | Brandon, Temple Terrace, Palm Harbor | Small closed-off kitchens, load-bearing wall between kitchen and living room | Mid range |
| 1990s to 2000s builder home | Westchase, New Tampa, Riverview, Wesley Chapel | Sound structure, builder-grade finishes, big islands, mostly a finish-level upgrade | Mid to high end |
| Condo or townhome | Downtown, Channel District, waterfront Pinellas | Association rules, elevator and freight scheduling, limited plumbing routing, work-hour windows | Mid to high end |
The three most common budget surprises we find in older Tampa Bay kitchens are the same three every time: a panel that cannot carry the dedicated circuits a modern kitchen code requires, cast iron or galvanized pipe under the slab that should be replaced while the floor is open, and a soffit that turns out to hold a duct run rather than empty space. None of those are visible on walkthrough day, which is why we budget a contingency rather than pretending they do not exist.
Which Permit Office Handles Your Address
Tampa Bay is not one jurisdiction, and the office that issues your permit depends on your exact address, not your mailing city. A Carrollwood house with a Tampa mailing address is very often unincorporated Hillsborough County.
- City of Tampa for addresses inside city limits, including South Tampa, Hyde Park, Seminole Heights, and Davis Islands
- Hillsborough County for unincorporated areas like Carrollwood, Westchase, Brandon, Riverview, Lutz, and Town n Country
- Temple Terrace and Plant City run their own building departments
- Pinellas County for unincorporated Pinellas
- St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and Largo each permit their own city addresses
We pull the permit for your address through the right office and schedule the inspections. You do not chase it, and you do not sign anything as owner-builder, which is a request worth refusing no matter who asks.
What the 6 to 10 Weeks Are Made Of
| Phase | What happens | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Design and selections | Measure, 3D layout, cabinets, counters, tile, fixtures | 1 to 2 weeks |
| Permit | Application and issuance through your local office | varies by office |
| Cabinet lead time | The single longest item on most kitchens | 3 to 8 weeks, ordered early |
| Demo and rough trades | Tear out, electrical, plumbing, any wall work, inspection | 1 to 2 weeks |
| Cabinets, counters, tile | Set boxes, template counters, fabricate, install, backsplash | 2 to 4 weeks |
| Finish and walkthrough | Fixtures, paint, punch list, final inspection | 3 to 5 days |
Notice that cabinet lead time and countertop fabrication overlap with other work when the project is sequenced properly. That is most of what a local project manager is worth: the trades show up in the right order, and the counters get templated the day after the boxes are level rather than a week later.
What Homeowners Say
CraftLine holds a 5.0 rating across 93 Google reviews from Tampa Bay homeowners. We are a licensed and insured Florida contractor and a member of NARI Tampa Bay, the National Association of the Remodeling Industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a kitchen remodel cost near me in Tampa?
A basic refresh is $15,000 to $25,000, mid range $25,000 to $40,000, and high end $40,000 to $60,000 or more. Your neighborhood, home age, and finishes set where you land.
How long does a kitchen remodel take?
Most Tampa kitchens run 6 to 10 weeks. A simple refresh can be 4 to 6 weeks. Layout changes and custom cabinet lead times extend it.
Do I need a permit?
Yes, for any kitchen remodel touching plumbing, electrical, or walls. We pull it through the correct office for your address, whether City of Tampa, Hillsborough, or Pinellas County.
What areas do you serve?
All of Tampa Bay, including South Tampa, Carrollwood, Brandon, Riverview, New Tampa, Westchase, Largo, Seminole, and St. Petersburg.
My mailing address says Tampa. Am I in the city?
Not necessarily. Large parts of Carrollwood, Westchase, Town n Country, and Brandon carry Tampa mailing addresses but sit in unincorporated Hillsborough County, which is a different permit office with different fees. We confirm the jurisdiction before quoting.
Why do older Tampa kitchens cost more to remodel?
Because of what gets uncovered. Undersized panels, galvanized or cast iron plumbing, plaster walls, and soffits full of ductwork all add scope in pre-1970 homes. A 1990s builder kitchen in Westchase or Wesley Chapel is usually a finish-level project by comparison.
What is the longest part of a kitchen remodel?
Cabinet lead time, at 3 to 8 weeks. We order cabinets as soon as the design is approved so that clock runs while the permit is in review instead of after demo.
Get a Free Estimate
Looking for a kitchen remodeler near you? Schedule a free quote or call us at (813) 522-4359. We will walk the space, talk through your budget, and give you a written number you can plan around.