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South Bend's 103,085 residents, with median incomes of $50,000-$59,999, are among the most active home improvement markets in the Midwest.
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Home Addition Cost & ROI · South Bend
2025 Cost vs. Value · South Bend market.
| Project | Cost | Resale | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deck Addition | Wood | $18,090 | $16,733 | 93% |
| Bathroom Addition | Midrange | $57,427 | $30,613 | 53% |
| Primary Suite Addition | Midrange | $160,572 | $54,514 | 34% |
| Bathroom Addition | Upscale | $105,577 | $35,261 | 33% |
| Primary Suite Addition | Upscale | $329,084 | $65,028 | 20% |
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