Decks
in Wauwatosa.
Decks in Wauwatosa sees strong homeowner demand across the Milwaukee Metro.
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FreeHow Much Does Decks Cost in Wauwatosa, WI?
Typical Range
$8,000 to $25,000
Typical Decks projects in Wauwatosa run $8,000 to $25,000.
What Decks Returns in Wauwatosa
Mid-range cost and resale value from the 2025 Remodeling Cost vs. Value report. Wauwatosa is benchmarked using the East North Central regional average.
| Project | Cost | Resale Value | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deck Addition | Wood | $18,090 | $16,733 | 93% |
| Deck Addition | Composite | $23,918 | $21,143 | 88% |
Source: Remodeling Magazine 2025 Cost vs. Value. Mid-range tier.
Deck Addition ROI Trend
Regional ROI by year
| Year | ROI |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 66.6% |
| 2021 | 63.5% |
| 2022 | 62.4% |
| 2023 | 34.6% |
| 2024 | 66.4% |
| 2025 | 92.5% |
Source: Remodeling Cost vs Value data, 2020 to 2025.
Wauwatosa Market
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