Reno Options for 1/1 MFH

[Makoto Hawkins]

I'm making an offer on a MFH with two 1bd/1ba units and trying to determine the most bang for my buck in reno work. Hoping to hear from others on a few of my options for the partially updated unit (radiator heat was replaced by ductless AC and new stainless fridge+stove/oven).

A few improvement ideas in mind:

- Add a dishwasher (requires replacing older, painted cabinets)

- Replace existing granite kitchen countertop (cheaply installed w/ misaligned seams and rough cuts, traditional in style clashes with rest of home)

- Plumb in-unit laundry hookups (requires sacrificing kitchen pantry closet. Presently, tenant must exit building and walk around back to basement door for laundry)

- Remove tub for walk-in shower (demographic mainly college and professionals)

- Retile bathroom & replace sink cabinet + vanity (currently mint green, circa 1970. Bathroom lacks any storage)

- Open up kitchen to living room via wall removal, creating breakfast island w/ more storage (unit is approx 650sq.ft. and kitchen has very little natural light)