New flooring, interior painting, popcorn ceiling removal, fireplace enhancement, bathrooms refresh, fireplace enhancement, kitchen remodel, and lightings.

This 2-bedroom, 1-bath planned unit development (PUD) property came to market as part of a probate sale and needed meaningful updates before it could compete with other listings in the area. Realtor Michaela Rousseau estimated the home’s as-is value at $380,000 and recognized that strategic renovations could dramatically increase both buyer appeal and final sale value. To help make the transformation possible, Michaela and her clients partnered with Revive. Revive fronted the renovation costs and managed communication with contractors throughout the project, creating a smoother and less stressful experience for the sellers during the probate process. The renovation focused on impactful updates that modernized the home and improved its presentation, including popcorn ceiling removal, fresh interior paint, fireplace enhancements, updated interior doors, and additional cosmetic improvements throughout the property.

The strategic renovations significantly elevated the property’s market value and transformed the once-dated home into a refreshed, move-in-ready space for its future owners. The improvements increased the home’s value by $255,000, helping the property ultimately sell for $635,000. The project demonstrated how thoughtful pre-sale renovations can unlock substantial equity and create stronger outcomes, even in probate sale situations.