Not all renovations increase the value of your property equally. At Buckingham Property Advisors, We show you which renovations have the best return on investment.
Reforms with higher ROI
1. Modernized Kitchen (ROI: 70-80%)
The kitchen is the heart of the home:
- Change of furniture and countertops
- High-end household appliances
- Recessed LED lighting
- Modern faucets
- Resistant porcelain-type flooring
Typical investment: 10.000-20.000€
2. Renovated Bathrooms (ROI: 60-70%)
Modern bathrooms sell propiedades:
- Suspended toilets
- Floor-level shower tray
- Tempered glass partition
- Spa lighting
- Quality coatings
Typical investment: 5,000-12,000 per bath
3. Interior Paint (ROI: 100%+)
The most profitable reform:
- Neutral and modern colors
- Professional finishes
- Ceilings and moldings included
- Quality washable paint
Typical investment: 2.000-4.000€
4. Renovated Soils (ROI: 50-60%)
The floor makes the difference:
- Quality laminate or laminate flooring
- Wood-type porcelain tile
- Modern microcement
- Restored natural parquet
Typical investment: 5.000-10.000€
Reforms that are NOT Worth the Effort
Indoor Swimming Pools
Costly to maintain, attractive only for very small niche.
Extreme Customization
Very personal designs limit the potential market.
Super Deluxe Materials
In medium areas, the investment in Carrara marble is not recovered.
Structural Reforms
Spacing Union (ROI: 40-50%)
Kitchens open to the living room are in great demand:
- Demolition of partition walls (with permission)
- Reinforcing beams if necessary
- Central island as a separation
Typical investment: 3.000-8.000€
Bathroom Enlargement (ROI: 30-40%)
Small bathrooms detract from the value:
- Use of storage rooms
- Reorganization of spaces
- Add courtesy toilet
Typical investment: 8.000-15.000€
Exterior Reforms
Glazed Terrace or Balcony (ROI: 50-60%)
Additional space is highly valued:
- Glass curtains
- Thermal insulation
- Access floor
Typical investment: 5.000-12.000€
Landscape Garden (ROI: 50-60%)
Fundamental impression:
- Professional design
- Automatic irrigation
- Outdoor lighting
- Living area
Typical investment: 8.000-20.000€
Timing of Reforms
Before Selling:
- Painting and small repairs
- Low-cost aesthetic changes
- Deep cleaning
To Maintain Value:
- Regular preventive maintenance
- Upgrades every 10-15 years
- Immediate repairs of damages
Permits and Legality
Reforms that require a permit:
- Façade changes
- Structural modifications
- Changes in the use of space
- Major installations
Financing of Reforms
Available options:
- Personal loans
- Lines of credit
- Rehabilitation grants
- Mortgage extension
Our Advisory Service
At Buckingham Property Advisors we help you:
- Assessment of reform potential
- Contact with trusted professionals
- Comparative budgets
- Project supervision
- Post-reform appraisal
Do you want to refurbish to sell better? Ask our experts which reforms will maximize your return.