£8,000 Invested. £40,000 Increase in Value. Sold to the First Viewer.
Project Overview
This four-bedroom property at Chandos Place needed a refresh before going on the market. The aim was to maximise its sale price without spending unnecessarily on a major refurbishment.
Through a carefully planned six-week programme of improvements, energy efficiency upgrades and property styling, the home was transformed and ready to attract buyers.
The result was a sale at the full asking price of £350,000 to the very first viewer.
Project Results
Initial valuation: £310,000
Total investment: £8,000
Sale price achieved: £350,000
Increase over initial valuation: £40,000
Uplift after refurbishment costs: £32,000
Renovation period: 6 weeks
EPC rating improved from D to C
Sold at full asking price to the first viewer
Chain-free buyer
Completion within 4 months
The Approach
The focus was on making the biggest possible impact with a relatively modest budget.
Rather than replacing everything, the project combined essential repairs, cosmetic improvements and thoughtful styling to create a home that felt fresh, welcoming and ready to move into.
Energy efficiency was also a priority, with improvements helping the property achieve an EPC C rating.
Scope of Works
New energy-efficient window installed
Full redecoration throughout
Kitchen tiling refreshed
Feature wallpaper added
Front garden improved to enhance kerb appeal
Roof and tile repairs completed
Property cleared and prepared for sale
Full property dressing and styling
Energy efficiency improvements to achieve EPC C
The Outcome
After just six weeks of refurbishment and styling, the property was ready to market.
It sold to the first viewer at the full asking price of £350,000, achieving £40,000 more than its initial valuation. With a chain-free buyer, the sale progressed to completion within four months.
This project shows how a relatively small, well-planned investment can make a significant difference. By focusing on presentation, essential improvements and energy efficiency, Sarah helped position the property for a successful sale without the expense of a full renovation.
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