The main photo is courtesy of Revive, which showcases the renovated kitchen of a home that was built in 1901.
No matter the age or condition of your home, pre-sale renovation services offered by quality firms like Revive, can return life-altering profits.
Here are five examples that showcase how smart approaches to upgrading your home will command top dollar from today’s buyers.
We also highlighted the year built of each property to demonstrate how the age of a home is not a hindrance to capturing maximum returns, when expertly renovated.
5 Example Properties “Revived” by Revive for Maximum Return
- 1979 Huntington Beach Craftsman
- 1961 Sunnyvale Ranch
- 1901 Brainbridge Island Ranch
- 1960 Sunnyvale Small Ranch
- 1999 San Mateo Townhome
Also see:
Huntington Beach Craftsman Case Study
Property: 220 Memphis Ave, Huntington Beach, CA, MLS Listing Page
Property Type: Single Family Craftsman
Total Square Footage: 1,961
Year Built: 1979
Listing Agent: Bryan Hill, Mint Real Estate
Pre-Sale Renovations Case Study: 220 Memphis Ave
Renovations Completed:New flooring and baseboards, new doors, painting throughout, new roof, new lighting and accessories, new hardware, new bathroom refreshes, water damage remediation, softscape
As-Is List Price: $950,000
Cost of Renovations: $56,731
Sold Price: $1,265,000
Additional Profit: $258,269
Date Sold: 3/22/2022
What We Like Most:
- Continuous new flooring throughout, gives living area a larger appearance and improved flow
- Fresh, bright, cleaner look with neutral paint choices creating a fresh canvas for new buyers
- New roof gives polished curb appeal
Huntington Beach Craftsman After Slideshow
Huntington Beach Craftsman Before Slideshow
Sunnyvale Ranch Case Study
Property: 939 Kamsack Court, Sunnyvale, CA, MLS Listing Page
Property Type: Single Family Ranch
Total Square Footage: 2,086
Year Built: 1961
Listing Agent: Stefan Walker, Keller Williams
Renovations Completed: New flooring, interior and exterior painting, bathrooms enhancement, kitchen & pantry refresh, new appliances installation, lightings, and landscaping.
As-Is List Price: $1,995,000
Cost of Renovations: $109,309
Sold Price: $3,400,000
Additional Profit: $1,295,651
Date Sold: 1/10/2022
What We Like Most:
- Traditional character of the home was maintained, yet improved
- Upgraded flooring throughout
- Bathroom enhancements, tile, fixtures
- Kitchen enhancements, lighting, paint, appliances fixtures
Walk-Through Video Tour
Sunnyvale Ranch After Slideshow
Sunnyvale Ranch Before Slideshow
Bainbridge Island Ranch Case Study
Property: 3219 Point White Dr NE, Bainbridge Island, WA, MLS Listing Page
Property Type: Single Family Ranch
Total Square Footage: 2,506
Year Built: 1901
Listing Agent: Carleen Gosney, Windermere Real Estate
Pre-Sale Renovations Case Study: 3219 Point White Dr NE
Renovations Completed: Flooring, interior painting, kitchen remodel, ligthing enhancement, fireplace refresh, bedroom refresh masterbathroom remodel, and staging.
As-Is List Price: $1,850,000
Cost of Renovations: $238,950
Sold Price: $2,776,000
Additional Profit: $687,050
Date Sold: 2/17/2022
What We Like Most:
- Removed kitchen wall to open up view and give a larger airy feel
- Remodeled Master Bedroom, new fixtures, granite, tile, vanity
- Invigorated Family Room – bright, clean and inviting
- Revive did not shy away from renovating a 120 year-old home
Bainbridge Island Ranch After Slideshow
Bainbridge Island Ranch Before Slideshow
Sunnyvale Small Ranch Case Study
Property: 1650 Manitoba Drive, Sunnyvale, CA, MLS Listing Page
Property Type: Single Family Ranch
Total Square Footage: 1,679
Year Built: 1960
Listing Agent: Stefan Walker, Keller Williams
Pre-Sale Renovations Case Study: 1650 Manitoba Drive
Renovations Completed: New flooring, interior & exterior painting, electrical enhancement, baseboards & trim replacement, lightings, kitchen enhancements, master & secondary bathroom refresh, and landscaping.
As-Is List Price: $2,625,000
Cost of Renovations: $77,570
Sold Price: $3,125,000
Additional Profit: $422,430
Date Sold: 10/29/2021
What We Like Most:
- Continuous flooring in the main living area makes the area appear larger and brighter
- Bright, airy kitchen, modern drawer pulls and cabinet handles, fresh paint, new flooring
- Enhanced bathroom with modern vanity, new flooring
Walk-Through Video Tour
Sunnyvale Small Ranch After Slideshow
Sunnyvale Small Ranch Before Slideshow
San Mateo Townhome Case Study
Property: 312 S Humboldt St, San Mateo, CA, MLS Listing Page
Property Type: Tri-Level Townhome
Total Square Footage: 1,580
Year Built: 1999
Listing Agent: Kevin Peterson, Keller Williams
Pre-Sale Renovations Case Study: 312 S Humboldt St
Renovations Completed: New flooring, interior painting throughout, new baseboard & trim, kitchen refresh, kitchen appliances, bathroom refresh.
As-Is List Price: $1,100,000
Cost of Renovations: $108,440
Sold Price: $1,450,000
Additional Profit: $241,560
Date Sold: 11/29/2021
What We Like Most:
- Bright interior spaces throughout that did not feel like a middle unit townhouse
- Stylish fireplace as the visual centerpiece of the cozy living room area
- Well designed kitchen and family room to serve as the heart of the home
Walk-Through Video Tour
San Mateo Townhome After Slideshow
San Mateo Townhome Before Slideshow
Revive Resource Links
- Revive Website
- More ROI Case Studies with Before & After Photos
- Revive Video Testimonials
- Revive Education Center
- Revive No-Loss Guarantee Program
- Schedule an Informational Call with Revive
Recommended Pre-Sale Renovation Reading
- How to Sell Your Home for Maximum Profit with Revive
- Additional Revive Case Study: 1950 2BR 1BA Home in El Cerrito, CA
- Additional Revive Case Study: 1948 Urban Duplex in San Francisco, CA
- What is a Turnkey Home in Today’s Market?
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