How much does a kitchen renovation cost in Adelaide?
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Kitchen renovation in Adelaide costs $7,350–$18,400 for a cosmetic refresh, $11,050–$23,000 for a budget renovation with flat-pack cabinetry, $23,000–$41,400 for mid-range, and $41,400–$73,600 for premium with custom joinery. The final price depends on kitchen size, materials, appliances, and whether layout changes are involved.
We've compiled pricing from kitchen renovators across Adelaide as of October 2026. All prices include GST.
Detailed Pricing — Kitchen Renovation Cost in Adelaide 2026
| Service | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic refresh (reface + paint) | $7,350total | $12,900 | $18,400 |
| Budget renovation (flat-pack) | $11,050total | $16,550 | $23,000 |
| Mid-range renovation | $23,000total | $32,200 | $41,400 |
| Premium renovation | $41,400total | $55,200 | $73,600 |
| Luxury / high-end | $64,400total | $92,000 | $138,000 |
| Custom cabinetry (cabinet maker) | $11,050total | $17,500 | $32,200 |
| Benchtop — laminate | $735total | $1,475 | $2,300 |
| Benchtop — stone | $2,300total | $4,425 | $8,300 |
| Splashback (tiled) | $370total | $735 | $2,300 |
| Splashback (glass) | $735total | $1,300 | $1,650 |
| Plumbing rough-in | $1,375total | $2,750 | $4,600 |
| Electrical rough-in | $1,375total | $2,300 | $3,675 |
| Flooring (per sqm) | $37/sqm | $64 | $110 |
| Demolition & disposal | $920total | $1,850 | $3,675 |
| Appliance package (oven, cooktop, rangehood, dishwasher) | $2,750total | $5,500 | $9,200 |
| Cabinet respray, wrap or resurfacing (doors and panels only) | $1,850total | $4,150 | $9,200 |
| Small kitchen renovation (galley or U-shape under ~10 m², mid-range) | $18,400total | $25,750 | $32,200 |
| Benchtop — granite (supply + install, per m²) | $550/sqm | $920 | $1,300 |
| Benchtop — marble (supply + install, per m²) | $735/sqm | $1,425 | $2,300 |
| Benchtop — porcelain / sintered stone (supply + install, per m²) | $885/sqm | $1,150 | $1,425 |
| Benchtop — timber (supply + install, per m²) | $505/sqm | $690 | $1,100 |
| Benchtop — stainless steel (supply + install, per m²) | $645/sqm | $1,000 | $1,375 |
| Benchtop — laminate (supply + install, per m²) | $275/sqm | $405 | $515 |
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Adelaide kitchen renovation costs: the budget end, the middle and item by item
How much does it cost to renovate a kitchen in Adelaide?
In our Adelaide table a kitchen renovation runs from $7,350–$18,400 for a cosmetic refresh, where the cabinets are refaced and painted, up to $64,400–$138,000 for a luxury fit-out. The middle of the market, a mid-range renovation, is $23,000–$41,400, typically $32,200.
Budget kitchen renovations in Adelaide
A budget renovation with flat-pack cabinets is $11,050–$23,000 in Adelaide, typically $16,550. A cosmetic refresh, which refaces and paints the existing kitchen, is cheaper again: typically $12,900, which is $3,650 less at the typical price.
What a new kitchen costs in Adelaide, item by item
Line by line from our Adelaide table: custom cabinetry $11,050–$32,200, a stone benchtop $2,300–$8,300 or a laminate one $735–$2,300, a tiled splashback $370–$2,300, an appliance package (oven, cooktop, rangehood and dishwasher) $2,750–$9,200, plumbing rough-in $1,375–$4,600, electrical rough-in $1,375–$3,675, and demolition and disposal $920–$3,675.
These answers use the prices in the table on this page.
What Affects Kitchen Renovation Costs in Adelaide
Cabinetry type
Flat-pack (DIY or assembled) is cheapest. Custom joinery in Adelaide costs more but offers design flexibility and better quality. Semi-custom sits in between.
Benchtop material
Laminate benchtops ($735–$2,300 in Adelaide) are budget-friendly. Stone benchtops ($2,300–$8,300) are now porcelain, sintered or natural stone: engineered stone has been banned in Australia since 1 July 2024.
Layout changes
Keeping the existing layout is much cheaper than moving plumbing and electrical. Relocating a sink or stove in an Adelaide home adds to the plumbing rough-in ($1,375–$4,600) and the electrical rough-in ($1,375–$3,675).
Appliances
A mid-range appliance package covers oven, cooktop, rangehood, and dishwasher. Premium European brands (Miele, Fisher & Paykel) can double this.
Splashback
Tile splashbacks are the most affordable option for Adelaide kitchens, at $370–$2,300. Glass splashbacks cost $735–$1,650 depending on size. Stone or mirror splashbacks are premium.
Project management
An Adelaide builder managing all trades (plumber, electrician, tiler, joiner) adds a management margin but saves significant coordination effort.
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Heritage cottages and bluestone in Adelaide's market
Adelaide kitchen renovation is heavily weighted toward heritage cottage work in inner-east suburbs — Norwood, Unley, Hyde Park, Walkerville, and North Adelaide. These typically pre-1930s bluestone and sandstone homes have load-bearing walls in awkward positions for modern open-plan layouts, and the structural work to relocate them adds $5,000–$15,000 to scope. Standard reno cost runs $25,000–$50,000 once heritage scope is factored in. Outer-suburb work (Salisbury, Munno Para, Hallett Cove) sits at $15,000–$28,000 for less constrained estate homes.
Heritage listings and the Historic Area Overlay in inner-east councils (Norwood Payneham St Peters, Unley, Walkerville) add planning controls to external changes, so replacing window frames or trim on a heritage-listed home may need development approval. Adelaide's smaller labour market means fewer kitchen specialists than Sydney or Melbourne, but lower overhead also means tradies sometimes price competitively for genuine heritage skill — worth requesting quotes from operators with bluestone-cottage portfolios specifically.
Frequently Asked Questions — Kitchen Renovation Cost in Adelaide
Our Methodology
These are independent estimates from public cost guides, marketplaces and industry rate data, and no tradesperson can influence them, so always get a few quotes. Last reviewed October 2026. Read our full methodology →