Bathroom Remodeling in Star, Idaho
A small, fast-growing town along the Boise River between Eagle and Middleton, balancing new subdivisions with semi-rural acreage.
Star at a glance
What the public record says about Star homes
- Median year Star homes were built
- 2011
- Census 2020–2024 estimates
- Homes that are owner-occupied
- 80.7%
- Census 2020–2024 estimates
- Households with someone 65 or older
- 36%
- Census 2020–2024 estimates
- Nights a year at or below 32°F
- 132
- NOAA normals · Nampa Sugar Factory
Quick answers
- How old are homes in Star?
- The median Star home was built in 2011 (margin of error ±2 years), 6.5% were built before 1980, and 52.1% since 2010, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2020–2024 estimates.
- How cold do winters get around Star?
- NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Nampa Sugar Factory, about 7.3 miles from Star, average 132 nights a year at or below 32°F and 59 days at or above 90°F.
Permit details for Star: Star bathroom remodel permits
Published price ranges
- Tub-to-Shower Conversion
- $8,000 – $15,000
- Walk-In / Custom Tile Shower
- $12,000 – $22,000
- Guest Bathroom Remodel
- $15,000 – $28,000
- Master Bathroom Remodel
- $28,000 – $60,000+
Ranges drawn from quotes Boise Bath has issued, as of 2026-09. They are not a quote; your price is fixed in writing after an in-home consultation.
Sources for these figures
- U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates (B25035, B25034, B25003, B11007, B25077) · checked 2026-09-12
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, 1991–2020 · checked 2026-09-12
Star bathrooms
Bathroom remodeling in Star tracks the town's rapid growth, producing a market that swings between finish upgrades in new subdivisions and larger custom work on the acreage properties. Newer homes on both sides of the river typically want shower conversions and primary-suite improvements, while homes with land lean toward more ambitious retreats. Because the town is still filling in, many homeowners are updating relatively recent purchases rather than decades-old houses. Project scope here varies widely, so sizing the work to the specific home matters more than following a standard playbook.
Star has the newest housing stock of any city we serve — about 80% of its homes were built in 2000 or later — spread across the north and south sides of the river alongside older homes and properties with land. The mix runs from builder-grade to semi-custom, and remodels here are almost always finish upgrades rather than repairs.
Housing-age figures: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates, table B25034
Newer Star homes ask for shower conversions and primary-suite upgrades, while the acreage homes lean toward larger, more custom retreats. We size the project to the house, not a template.
Local considerations
Star permits through the City of Star within Ada County, and its mix of riverside subdivisions and semi-rural acreage means some properties rely on private wells or septic systems that factor into plumbing changes. The town's spread along the Boise River corridor also makes site access and material staging worth confirming on larger lots.
Our services in Star
Walk-In Showers in Star
Custom showers with beautiful tile, glass, and details.
Learn More →Tub to Shower Conversions in Star
A safer, more functional upgrade without rebuilding the whole bathroom.
Learn More →Full Bathroom Remodeling in Star
Complete renovations designed for beauty, comfort, and function.
Learn More →Master Bathroom Retreats in Star
Spa-like spaces that become your favorite room.
Learn More →Accessible Bathrooms in Star
Safe, comfortable solutions for every stage of life.
Learn More →Custom Tile & Stonework in Star
Premium tile, natural stone, and waterproof systems built to last.
Learn More →Steam Shower Installation in Star
A true home steam room, built with vapor-tight walls and spa-grade controls.
Learn More →Curbless Showers in Star
Zero-threshold showers with clean lines and no step to remember.
Learn More →Wet Room Conversions in Star
A fully waterproofed, open bathroom where tub and shower share one space.
Learn More →Aging-in-Place Bathrooms in Star
Remodel now so your bathroom stays safe and beautiful for decades.
Learn More →Star questions, answered
Remodeling in Star
- How do bathroom projects differ between new Star subdivisions and acreage homes?
- Newer Star homes usually ask for shower conversions and primary-suite upgrades, while the acreage properties lean toward larger, more custom retreats. We size the project to the house rather than applying a template, since Star's housing runs from builder-grade to semi-custom.
- Do you cover both sides of the Boise River in Star?
- Yes, we work across Star's north and south sides along the river corridor, as well as the Hidden Springs side. The approach shifts with the property — finish upgrades for the newer builds, more involved custom work for homes on land.
Local guides
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