Garage-to-Bedroom Conversions on the Gulf Coast: Pros, Cons, Codes, and Resale
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Converting a Garage into a Bedroom or Living Area on the Gulf Coast: My Honest Take
I’m Meredith Folger Amon. I help homeowners in Orange Beach, Ono Island, and Gulf Shores make smart, value-forward updates. This topic is controversial, and in my experience, I lean against full garage-to-bedroom conversions on the Gulf Coast. Time and again, I see these homes sit on the market longer. Buyers sense what I do the moment we cross the threshold—window placement feels off, transitions reveal slab breaks, and the space often reads dark. Even when permitted, the room can feel like a retrofit rather than a masterfully blended part of the plan.
Is a Garage Conversion a Good Idea on the Gulf Coast?
Sometimes—but not always. On our shoreline, the…
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