The homeowners knew the home had more potential, but needed a clear plan to unlock it.
At 20488 Stevens Creek Boulevard, Apt 2313 in Cupertino, California, agent Lin-Lin Tsou of The Real Estate Experts partnered with Revive Property Advisor Jon Salas to help her client maximize the value of their home through a series of strategic, high-impact updates. While the property was already in good condition, Lin-Lin recognized that a few thoughtful improvements could significantly elevate buyer appeal and overall sale value.
Originally valued at $1,400,000, the home underwent a focused $35,442 renovation designed to modernize key areas without requiring a major overhaul. The updates included new flooring, refreshed baseboards, fresh interior paint, and targeted kitchen and bathroom refreshes. Together, the improvements created a more polished, move-in-ready presentation that better aligned with buyer expectations in the competitive Cupertino market.
The results speak for themselves.
The strategic upgrades helped increase the home’s final sale price to $1,530,000, generating a net profit of $94,558 for the homeowner and delivering an impressive 267% return on investment. The successful project also increased Lin-Lin Tsou’s commission by 9%, proving that even smaller, carefully planned renovations can create substantial value and stronger financial outcomes for both homeowners and agents.
Home value increased by $130,000
$1,400,000
As-is price
Purchase price
$35,442
Renovations
$1,530,000
Sales price
Resale price
$94,558
Profit
For illustrative purposes only. Individual results may vary. Testimonials and case studies are not intended to guarantee the same or similar results.