An outdoor kitchen turns a patio into the place everyone gathers all summer. But "outdoor kitchen" covers everything from a grill in a stone surround to a full masonry kitchen with a pizza oven - so the price range is huge. Here's how to think about budget in Greater Boston for 2026.
Typical price ranges
| Type | Typical installed range* | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Modular / starter | $8,000 – $15,000 | Built-in grill, stone or modular surround, basic counter |
| Mid-range custom | $15,000 – $30,000 | Masonry base, stone counters, grill + side burner, fridge, lighting |
| Full custom | $30,000 – $50,000+ | Premium appliances, pizza oven, bar seating, pergola, gas/water/electric |
*Planning estimates for Greater Boston. National "basic" figures often start lower (around $6,500), but our labor rates and the masonry base needed for freeze-thaw winters push local custom projects toward the higher end. Every project is quoted with a free written estimate.
What drives the price
- Appliances - the grill, side burner, refrigerator, and especially a built-in pizza oven add up fast. Appliances alone can add $3,000–$10,000+.
- Countertops - granite and high-end stone cost more than concrete or tile.
- The structure - a real masonry kitchen built to last through New England winters costs more than a modular kit, and it's worth it here.
- Utilities - running gas, water, and electric out to the kitchen is the cost homeowners most often forget.
- Cover & extras - pergolas, roofs, bar seating, and lighting all add scope.
Is it worth it in New England?
For homeowners who entertain, an outdoor kitchen is one of the most-used upgrades you can make - it effectively adds a room from spring through fall and is a strong draw at resale. The key is designing it around how you actually cook and gather, then building it to survive our climate.
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How much does an outdoor kitchen cost in Greater Boston?
Basic modular setups often start around $8,000–$15,000, while full custom built-in kitchens commonly run $15,000–$50,000+. Local labor rates and the masonry base needed for our winters push projects toward the higher end.
What drives the cost up?
Appliances, countertop material, the masonry structure, and utility runs for gas, water, and electric. Running utilities to the kitchen is the hidden cost people forget.
Is it worth it in New England?
For people who entertain, yes - it adds heavily used living space spring through fall and appeal at resale, as long as it's built on a proper freeze-thaw-rated base.