Fullerton, Orange County

Exterior Paint Cost in Fullerton, CA

Fullerton remodeling costs are nearthe California state average. Here's what a typical exterior paint costs in Fullerton in 2026, based on a 2500 sqf project.

Budget
$5,000
$2/sqf
Mid-Range
$10,000
$4/sqf
High-End
$17,500
$7/sqf

Cost breakdown

Paint & Materials
25%$2,500
Labor
50%$5,000
Prep (Scraping, Priming)
15%$1,500
Cleanup & Protection
10%$1,000

Breakdown based on mid-range estimate of $10,000

Typical Timeline
5-10 days
Permits Required

Usually not required unless lead paint abatement needed.

Remodeling in Fullerton

North OC city with charming downtown and historic homes. College town energy drives demand for rental property improvements. More affordable than south OC.

Exterior painting is the most cost-effective way to boost curb appeal. In California, UV exposure and heat cycle mean repainting every 5-7 years for most homes.

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Other projects in Fullerton

Kitchen Remodel
$30,000 – $90,000
Bathroom Remodel
$15,000 – $48,000
ADU / Guest House
$125,000 – $300,000
Room Addition
$60,000 – $165,000
Roof Replacement
$12,500 – $37,500
Whole House Remodel
$270,000 – $900,000

Exterior Paint cost in other California cities

Lafayette
$6,000 – $21,000 | Contra Costa County
Castro Valley
$5,500 – $19,250 | Alameda County
San Rafael
$6,000 – $21,000 | Marin County
Foster City
$6,250 – $21,875 | San Mateo County
Larkspur
$6,250 – $21,875 | Marin County
Pacifica
$6,000 – $21,000 | San Mateo County
Campbell
$6,000 – $21,000 | Santa Clara County
Palo Alto
$6,750 – $23,625 | Santa Clara County

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