Kitchen Remodeling in Montgomery County, MD
Planning a kitchen in Montgomery County? Compare 29 communities side by side, from Ashton to Washington Grove, with local costs and housing data.
Talk to a kitchen specialist about your Montgomery County project: scope, materials, timing and cost.
Kitchens across Montgomery County: what local homes call for
If you own a home in Montgomery County, its age matters more than its address. Median homes here date to roughly 1978, ranging from 1938 (Glen Echo) to 2010 (Clarksburg), so scope and budget vary a lot from one community to the next.
County-wide, median home value is about $680,000 (about 104% above the national median of $333,000), with Montgomery Village at the lower end near $387,000 and Cabin John at the top near $1,335,000.
Roughly 66% of households in these communities own their home and 66% of the housing is single-family. Only about 34% of homes predate 1970, so most Montgomery County projects are about finishes, storage and flow rather than hidden repairs.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, weighted by population across the communities covered. Figures are estimates.
Average kitchen remodel cost in Montgomery County
Remodeling costs in Montgomery County depend on scope far more than on address, but local pricing still matters. Based on housing values across the county, we estimate costs about 33% above the national baseline.
Cabinet refacing or painting, new hardware, backsplash, lighting and fixtures, with the layout and appliances mostly staying put.
New cabinets, countertops, flooring, sink and appliances in the existing layout, plus updated lighting and a fresh backsplash.
Layout changes, custom or semi-custom cabinetry, premium stone, wall removal or relocation of plumbing and gas, and high-end appliances.
Costs vary within the county. A mid-range remodel runs about $27,500 to $61,500 in Montgomery Village and about $36,000 to $80,000 in Cabin John, so check the page for your own community. Treat all of these as planning estimates and get a written quote before you commit.
For prices by project and kitchen size, see the Maryland kitchen remodel cost guide.
Compare Montgomery County communities
Median home value, home age and a typical mid-range remodel estimate for each community we cover in Montgomery County. Select a community for its full local guide.
| Community | Median home value | Median year built | Owner-occupied | Typical mid-range remodel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton | $853,000 | 1994 | 98% | $36,000 to $80,000 |
| Barnesville | $776,000 | 1968 | 98% | $36,000 to $80,000 |
| Beallsville | $950,000 | 1969 | 50% | $36,000 to $80,000 |
| Bethesda | $1,119,000 | 1970 | 70% | $36,000 to $80,000 |
| Boyds | $783,000 | 2003 | 91% | $36,000 to $80,000 |
| Brinklow | $811,000 | 1975 | 100% | $36,000 to $80,000 |
| Brookeville | $797,000 | 1980 | 95% | $36,000 to $80,000 |
| Burtonsville | $447,000 | 1985 | 78% | $29,500 to $65,500 |
| Cabin John | $1,335,000 | 1982 | 95% | $36,000 to $80,000 |
| Chevy Chase | $1,294,000 | 1963 | 66% | $36,000 to $80,000 |
| Clarksburg | $669,000 | 2010 | 91% | $34,500 to $76,500 |
| Damascus | $504,000 | 1983 | 89% | $30,500 to $68,500 |
| Derwood | $640,000 | 1983 | 74% | $34,000 to $75,500 |
| Dickerson | $746,000 | 1979 | 82% | $36,000 to $80,000 |
| Gaithersburg | $610,000 | 1986 | 65% | $33,000 to $74,000 |
| Garrett Park | $1,006,000 | 1952 | 97% | $36,000 to $80,000 |
| Germantown | $425,000 | 1990 | 67% | $28,500 to $64,000 |
| Glen Echo | $1,164,000 | 1938 | 99% | $36,000 to $80,000 |
| Kensington | $782,000 | 1958 | 79% | $36,000 to $80,000 |
| Montgomery Village | $387,000 | 1980 | 69% | $27,500 to $61,500 |
| Olney | $627,000 | 1986 | 87% | $33,500 to $74,500 |
| Poolesville | $772,000 | 1989 | 92% | $36,000 to $80,000 |
| Potomac | $1,165,000 | 1978 | 89% | $36,000 to $80,000 |
| Rockville | $665,000 | 1982 | 57% | $34,500 to $76,500 |
| Sandy Spring | $654,000 | 1988 | 87% | $34,000 to $76,000 |
| Silver Spring | $564,000 | 1971 | 58% | $32,000 to $71,500 |
| Spencerville | $622,000 | 1958 | 100% | $33,500 to $74,500 |
| Takoma Park | $699,000 | 1955 | 45% | $35,000 to $78,000 |
| Washington Grove | $613,000 | 1952 | 100% | $33,000 to $74,000 |
Costs are estimates for an average-size kitchen, not quotes.
Around Montgomery County
Well-known places across Montgomery County include CIA Museum, Latvian Museum, and Sugarloaf Mountain. Our service area reaches all of the communities below, from Ashton to Washington Grove.
- CIA Museummuseum, near Cabin John
- Latvian Museummuseum, near Gaithersburg
- Sugarloaf Mountainpark, near Barnesville
- Acorn Parkpark, near Silver Spring
- Scott's Run Nature Preservenature preserve, near Cabin John
- Adah Rose Galleryart gallery, near Garrett Park
- Betty Mae Kramer Gallery and Music Roomart gallery, near Silver Spring
- Rocky Gorge Reservoirlake, near Burtonsville
Permits, licensing and timing in Montgomery County
Kitchen work in Montgomery County follows the Maryland building codes adopted by your county or city, administered by the county or city permits office in the community where you live, so requirements and processing times can differ between neighboring places such as Ashton and Barnesville.
Any contractor doing home improvement in Maryland needs an MHIC license from the Maryland Home Improvement Commission, and the license can be verified online.
Montgomery County has four distinct seasons with humid summers. With Maryland’s humid summers, proper venting keeps moisture and grease from settling on new cabinetry and finishes.
Many Maryland homeowners aim to finish before the holidays, which means ordering materials by late summer.
Kitchen services for Montgomery County homes
Given the age and value of housing across Montgomery County, these services come up most often.
Full Kitchen Remodeling
Complete gut-and-rebuild renovations, from demolition to the final walkthrough.
Learn moreKitchen Lighting Upgrades
Layered ambient, task and accent lighting that makes a kitchen work and glow.
Learn moreKitchen Island Installation
Add prep space, storage and seating with a custom or built-in island.
Learn moreCountertop Installation
Quartz, granite, marble and more, templated, fabricated and installed precisely.
Learn moreCabinet Painting & Refinishing
Professional spray finishes that renew cabinets in a new color or stain.
Learn moreCabinet Refacing
New doors, drawer fronts and veneers on your existing cabinet boxes.
Learn moreRange Hood & Ventilation
Range hoods, custom hood surrounds and ductwork that actually vent cooking air.
Learn moreBacksplash Installation
Tile, stone slab and glass backsplashes that protect walls and finish the design.
Learn moreMore areas near Montgomery County
Kitchen remodeling in Montgomery County: common questions
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Montgomery County?
We estimate a mid-range kitchen remodel in Montgomery County at $34,500 to $77,000, a lighter refresh at $12,000 to $29,500, and a major remodel at $82,500 to $166,500 or more. Pricing is about 33% above the national baseline. These are planning estimates, not quotes.
Do I need a permit for a kitchen remodel in Montgomery County?
Electrical, plumbing, gas and structural work generally require permits under the Maryland building codes adopted by your county or city, while cosmetic updates like painting or new counters usually do not. The county or city permits office in your community can confirm what applies, and requirements can differ between Ashton and Washington Grove.
Which communities in Montgomery County do you cover?
We cover 29 communities across 76 ZIP codes in Montgomery County, including Ashton, Barnesville, Beallsville, Bethesda, Boyds, Brinklow, Brookeville, and Burtonsville and 21 more.
Which parts of Montgomery County have the oldest and newest homes?
Based on Census estimates, median homes in Glen Echo date to about 1938, the oldest in the county we cover, while Clarksburg has the newest at about 2010. Older homes often need more electrical and plumbing attention during a remodel.
How do I get a kitchen remodel quote in Montgomery County?
Call (833) 838-1905 and tell the specialist which community you are in, how large the kitchen is and what you want to change. They will walk through next steps and what a written quote needs.
Planning a kitchen in Montgomery County?
Call to talk through your project. Mention your community in Montgomery County.