06/01/2026
Not all home improvements are created equal - especially when you're planning to sell. Here's what Columbus buyers are actually paying for right now. 👇
💰 1. Kitchen updates (not full renovations)
New hardware, painted cabinets, updated lighting, and modern fixtures can add significantly more value than they cost. Buyers notice kitchens first.
💰 2. Bathroom freshening
Again - not a full renovation. Regrouted tile, updated vanity, new mirror and light fixture. Clean and updated.
💰 3. Curb appeal
First impressions set price expectations before a buyer even opens the front door. Fresh mulch, trimmed hedges, a painted front door, and clean gutters cost very little and pay back significantly.
💰 4. Fresh neutral interior paint
The single highest-ROI improvement for almost any home, especially older ones. It's clean, it photographs beautifully, and it removes the emotional obstacle of a buyer seeing YOUR style instead of their own.
💰 5. Lighting upgrades
Replacing outdated light fixtures - especially in the kitchen, dining room, and primary bedroom - modernizes a home's feel more than almost anything else at that price point.
📩 Want a specific pre-sale improvement plan for your home? DM us today to schedule a consult!
