New flooring, interior painting throughout, kitchen remodel, bathroom remodel and garage door installation.

This 2-bedroom, 3-bath three-story rowhouse located in the H Street Corridor of Washington, D.C., underwent a complete transformation from top to bottom before hitting the market. The sellers had lived in the home with their partner for more than 20 years and had witnessed the neighborhood evolve dramatically over time, significantly increasing property values in the area. As they prepared to move to the Maryland suburbs for more space, they wanted to maximize the value of the home they had invested in for decades. Rather than rushing to list the property, agent Nancy developed a strategic renovation plan designed to unlock the home’s full market potential. The renovation focused on both modernizing the home and increasing functionality for future buyers. A second kitchen was added to the basement to create rental income potential, while the second-floor layout was reconfigured to include a true primary suite and an additional bathroom. The project also included new parking pads and roll-up garage doors at the rear of the property, updated brick repointing on both the front and rear facades, and new flooring and paint throughout the home.

In just a few short weeks, the renovations dramatically elevated the property’s appeal and value. The home’s as-is valuation increased from $550,000 to a final sale price of $1,057,500. The successful transformation generated an additional $193,500 in profit for the homeowners and increased Nancy’s commission by 92%. The project demonstrated how thoughtful, high-impact renovations can completely reposition a property and maximize financial outcomes in a competitive urban market.