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.
The dents and scratches will keep you from noticing most further damage. Some folks like the rugged been in a barn look of scraped or distressed floors, some like the way it hides a lot of further damage. The distressed wood floors give a house a very lived in and used look, and it's a lot of work to go back to a smooth finish. Long term, in many areas, a house with a high quality smooth wood floor will look cleaner and have more value when you're looking at resale.