Does having a walk-in shower instead of a bathtub in a condo impact resale value?

I want to renovate the only bathroom in my condo by taking out a standard tub and replacing it with a walk in glass inclosed shower with a bench and adding other upgrades to the bath which include a wall mounted sink, tiled walls, etc.

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#1 written by pinke43 1 year ago

You’re going to change from 1 bath to 3/4 bath by changing a tub into just a shower stall. (atleast around here thats how they look at it). Look at it in resale terms. . .being the mother of a young child who has to take a bath still. . . I would be very turned off at your house/condo not having a tub. . . it wouldn’t be practical for us, and it may not be practical for others as well.

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#2 written by scout485 1 year ago

Depends on who typically lives in your condos– what are your neighbors like? Older folks actually would like the walk in option better, since accessibility is an issue. If families with small kids are the primary residents, then a tub is better for giving kids a bath.

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#3 written by Sam 1 year ago

In any house…if there is no bath tub in the house, especially if your house only has one bathroom, that is a very negative aspect. It is NOT a good impact on resale. Since you are redoing your bathroom and it is the only bathroom in the house….please put a bath tub in the bathroom with a shower head and if you have the space put a double sink counter top in as well. You want to keep in mind that one day you will want to sell and so everything you do to this house should be done with that in mind. Make sure that the tiled walls are in an off white color and have no dark colors to make the room seem small. An accent color in the tile should be done with taste and with an idea of pleasing everyone. Please don’t limit your sale to a small group of people.

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#4 written by ann 1 year ago

That would definitely turn some people off of your unit. It would be a waste of those other upgrades.

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#5 written by tarie75 1 year ago

It can affect to resale of your condo. You have just limited to number of people intrested in your condo. Families with small children want a tub not just a shower. Try doing your upgrades but keeping a tub. People look for nice updated kitchens and bathrooms. They are huge selling points.

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#6 written by T L 1 year ago

Having no tub in any dwelling…house, condo, whatever is a negative impact on the resale value.

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#7 written by Lori S 1 year ago

It may not effect the value per se, but it could cut out a large number of prospective buyers, since they will not have the option of taking a bath vs a shower.

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#8 written by pissy_old_lady 1 year ago

I have been told yes, but don’t let that stop you from doing what you want in your bathroom, unless you plan on selling right away. I am building a house and took out the tub for a stand up shower too, as it was more practical for my family. I am not worried about resale though, as this will probably be my last house.

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