35. Garage Conversions
Year of Popularity: 2010-Present
Est. Cost: $6,000-$19,000* Another overly-specific, often permanent renovation is a garage conversion. Two of the most common garage conversions are garage-to-gym or garage-to-apartment. For fitness lovers or millennials who just moved back home, these conversions seem like a great idea.
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Future homebuyers may not agree. Most people want homes with a garage. They’re not looking for a living space or gym—-they’re looking for somewhere to park and store items. If you really want to convert the garage to something else, make sure that these renovations can be easily and cheaply removed, so as not to scare off potential buyers.