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Increased Sales Price

> $350,000

Project Cost:

$72,000

4228 W 173rd St, Torrance, CA 90504

Before and After Photos

The Strategy Behind the Transformation

Preparing this income property for sale came with several unexpected challenges. The seller was ready to remove the property from their portfolio, but the existing tenants did not vacate as initially requested. When they eventually moved out, the home was left in very poor condition—extremely dirty and filled with many of the tenants’ belongings. The first step was coordinating a full clean-out and hauling away the remaining items so we could properly assess the property. Once work began, it became clear that more upgrades and repairs were needed than originally anticipated. With a strategic plan and the right team in place, we were able to address the issues and significantly improve the home’s presentation. The effort paid off, generating strong buyer interest, resulting in 14 competitive offers and a final sale well above the list price.

Scope of Project

  • Fresh interior and exterior paint throughout the home

  • Installed a new roof, including repair and replacement of damaged plywood and fascia boards

  • Installed luxury vinyl plank flooring and new baseboard molding

  • Refinished and painted kitchen cabinets with necessary repairs

  • Upgraded interior and exterior lighting fixtures

  • Fully remodeled both bathrooms, including new shower pans and conversion of the primary bathtub to a walk-in shower

  • Updated all door and cabinet hardware throughout the home

  • Installed a new kitchen sink and upgraded faucet fixtures

  • Installed new landscaping to enhance curb appeal

  • Installed new smoke and carbon monoxide detectors

  • Removal and haul-away of tenant belongings to prepare the property for market

  • Pressure washed exterior surfaces

  • Completed termite fumigation (tented) as a preventative measure

  • Deep professional cleaning, including interior and exterior window cleaning

  • Professionally staged to showcase the home’s features and maximize buyer appeal

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