Thinking about DIY painting, advice?

[Robert Hernandez]

Hello,

I recently purchased a quadplex and one unit is vacant. My PM recomend to repaint the unit. I got quote at around $3/sqft which is average. The unit is 1150 sqft 2bed/1.5 bath, ceiling about 7.5 ft, two stories.

How long would this take to paint? I am thinking about painting myself along with a handyman. I am hoping to paint it in 3 days over the weekend starting at 7 and paint till 7. Any idea how long this would take? Any advice? Is primer necessary? Thank you!