Rating Newest Oldest. Best Answer: The lowest price I've found in Southern California is $125.00 per square foot which is extremely reasonable. Most builders charge more than that. That price is for a 2000 square foot ranch style home with three bathrooms, and a three car garage.est Answer: The lowest price I've found in Southern California is $125.00 per square foot which is extremely reasonable.
Normally, the patching, painting, and floor work are repairs and the other expenses are permanent improvements. However, because the work gives your property a new use, the entire remodeling job is a permanent improvement and its cost is added to the basis of your property.
First off, landlords like other businessmen, are in the rental business to make money. So painting and carpet replacement are generally only done when the landlord can gain value. Just because a tenant wants a new paint color or a more fashionable style of carpet-won&#146;t impress the landlord to do anything.