What are the Home Improvement Project that will have the best ROI for your Parkfairfax home in Alexandria VA? We will cover that below but..
FIRST A LITTLE ABOUT PARKFAIRFAX
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What does Parkfairfax have to offer you as a homeowner? There are many benefits to those who choose to make it their home. The Parkfairfax neighborhood is comprised of 1,684 townhouse-type condominium apartments in more than 200 buildings, with 132 acres there is plenty of open free space and natural settings to enjoy. There are thirteen different models available in Parkfairfax, ranging from 1 to 4 bedrooms. With the large number of homes to choose from you will find a wide variety of varying models. Its close in location and charming layout make Parkfairfax a highly sought after community.
Parkfairfax was originally constructed during World War II as the influx of war time residents in the area soared. At that time Alexandria had a very suburban feel and quality to it. Even now the Parkfairfax Community possess that quieter suburban feel with old growth trees and considerable open space not found in many areas anymore.
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Every home owner — whether they are selling their home, have just purchased a new home or are planning to stay in their present home for some time — still benefits from knowing what value home improvement projects return — the best net return — the best ROI (Return On Investment).
Recently, HGTV released their findings for the home improvement projects that returned the most money and home value increase. Below are the 4 top return projects they found, along with our suggestions for maximizing this return — and 2 suggestions that HGTV did not consider in their research that will result in a great ROI when you are selling your home.
Top Home Improvement Projects and Their ROI
1. Minor Bathroom Remodel
The suggested improvement items include: replacing the tub, tile surround, floor, toilet, sink, vanity & fixtures to give your outdated bathroom a welcome face lift!
Estimated Cost to Complete: $10,500; Return on Investment: $10,700 ROI 102%
Suggestions to improve ROI:
Instead of replacing the tub, have it reglazed and upgrade the fixtures.Your savings will be more than $2000.
2. Upgraded Landscaping
The suggested improvement items include: Many home owners will hire a professional to help with landscaping if they lack a green thumb. To add curb appeal along with bright colors from flowering shrubs or a relaxing green feel from trees, install a flagstone or brick walkway, planters, fresh mulch & more!
Estimated Cost to Complete: $4,967; Return on Investment: $4,967 ROI 100%
Suggestions to improve ROI:
If you have time, i.e. you aren't planning to sell anytime soon, opt for smaller, younger plants instead of purchasing mature versions. This will cut costs considerably. Get several quotes for an identical job, and let the contractors know they are in competition. You want to make sure that the quotes are for identical jobs, though. If there is to be any demo, digging or pulling up of existing plants, consider directly hiring some day laborers to take care of this. It will save you hundreds.
3. Minor Kitchen Remodel
If your kitchen's floor plan is still appealing and desirable but requires a cosmetic update try these. Suggested improvement items include: re-facing for cabinets and drawers, under-cabinet lighting, a new wall oven, cooktop, sink and fixtures, laminate countertops and resilient flooring.
Estimated Cost to Complete: $15,000; Return on Investment: $14,913 ROI 98.5%
Suggestions to improve ROI:
Consider doing any demolition work yourself. If the sink itself is still attractive and appropriately suited, keep it and upgrade the faucet. Instead of just throwing out the appliances, try offering them for sale. Don't expect much, but it will add to your bottom line.
4. Exterior Improvements
Curb appeal is a major consideration. While many curb appeal upgrades would not be possible in Parkfairfax there are still many creative things that you can do. It's the first thing people see when approaching your home. It's also the "face" of your home. This adds or detracts considerably from your pride of ownership. Suggested improvement items include: Repaint the exterior or replace vinyl siding. A new front door can actually serve as your greeting card to visitors. It's the last thing they see before entering your home.
Estimated Cost to Complete: $7,239; Return on Investment: $6914 ROI 95.5%
Suggestions to improve ROI:
If the front door is in overall good condition but perhaps a little less than sparkling, consider having it repainted rather than replaced. Choose an appealing color that matches well with the rest of the home yet stands apart and draws the eye to the front door. If your siding is in very good condition but perhaps dingy, opt for a quality power wash instead of replacing the vinyl siding.
These last two items were not on the HGTV list but will have a much greater ROI than any of the previous improvements when you are selling a home.
5. Less Is More
Open space will always make your house appear larger, while filled rooms of identical size will always seem smaller, and space sells. Most people grow into their homes very quickly — often times in just a few years the closets and storage areas that once had ample space are packed to capacity, and the rooms which once felt very open and spacious can now seem closed in and cramped. People acquire all sorts of odds and ends, add new pieces of furniture, fill their shelves with knickknacks, books, photos etc. What you want to achieve is a feeling of more space — both in the living areas as well as the storage areas throughout your home including:
- Closets
- Cabinets
- Garage
- Attic
- Basement
Consider selling off or donating items you don't need or won't be taking with you to your new home, and put the rest of the surplus into rental storage. If its summer time when you are selling, place your winter clothing, coats and decorations into storage as well. Remember, when it's time to prepare your house for sale, "Space Sells."
6. Make Your House Sparkle
Clean the entire house top to bottom. Here is a partial list to address — not intended to be comprehensive:
Clean the bathroom(s) and put out fresh towels. During showings keep the lid closed on the toilets and make sure the bathroom mirrors, tub, shower, floors, tile, grout and caulking sparkle.
Kitchen
Clean counters, floors, sink and fixtures; clean out cabinets and make sure dish towels are clean and displayed nicely. Clean the fridge inside and out, including removing refrigerator art and magnets. Clean all appliances.
Rest of the House
Apply the same detail and diligence to each room of the house — make every window sparkle; use maximum wattage in every light; turn on every light during a showing, and make certain to let in as much natural light as possible.
The great news regarding these last two projects is that they cost very little and will pay you back many fold in the sales price of your home.
This information about "Best ROI Home Improvements and Parkfairfax Alexandria Va 22302" is brought to you courtesy of Dave Martin Realty Group, your Northern Virginia residential real estate experts.If you're considering selling or buying a house in the Northern Virginia metro area, we'd love an opportunity to earn your business, provide you an outstanding experience, and demonstrate to you that:
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