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Remodel - Basement Cost in Arlington, TX in 2026

Most Remodel - Basement projects in Arlington, TX cost between $59,000 and $270,000. The typical price is $125,000.

Basements are cheaper per square foot because the shell already exists.

Arlington prices track the national average closely. Costs here are close enough to the national picture that the adjustment barely moves the number.

What drives the price

  • Whether the addition needs its own foundation and roof tie-in
  • Adding a bathroom or kitchen (plumbing and electrical runs)
  • Structural work to the existing wall being opened up
  • Local permit and inspection requirements

Usually included

  • Framing, roofing and siding to match
  • Electrical rough-in and finish
  • Insulation, drywall and paint
  • Flooring and trim

Usually extra

  • Permits and architectural drawings
  • Site work or tree removal
  • High-end fixtures and appliances

Unit prices in Arlington, TX

Quality tierCost per sq ft
Budget$84
Mid-range$180
High-end$385

Home addition and remodeling contractors in Arlington, TX

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