Masonry Structure w/ Plaster: Remodeling Nightmare?

[Josi Gass]

We are looking to buy a home built in 1886. The structure looks to be a masonry frame with plaster walls. We will live in the home and in a few years sell or rent the property.

The plaster in one of the rooms clearly needs to be repaired or replaced. The home will need new bathrooms and several other cosmetic upgrades.

I am wondering if the masonry structure with the plaster walls will significantly increase renovation costs and headache. 

Thank you for any input!