I did go with the upgraded model for my home compared to my rentals which is essentially an aesthetic upgrade. 

All aesthetics aside, IMO the issue is roots and likely storm damage.Trees a used to provide shade and in many areas are very effective in lowering cooling bills.

I been there and The area is generally safe and the downtown area has the makings for a cool hipster area as far as the aesthetics if more investors came in.

I agree on the architect/garage, though if it's a narrow lot with street access only, it's a pretty big challenge to make it very nice aesthetically. 

We just though that, with such a low price, and even if having to pay $50k over several years in assessments, we will still end up with a totally updated villa, both structurally and aesthetically in a great location steps from the beach.If we rent it 3-4 mos. per year at $2500 per month, that puts a dent in the cost, while we can use it the rest of the year.Concerning appreciation, is it unrealistic to look at prices at the real estate peak of $225k plus, and expect to get substantial growth maybe to $185k or so over several years?

I think I am going to stick with the prefab particleboard cabinets from the local warehouse.The unit is higher end, and the cabinets I am contimplating are aesthetically pleasing, easy to come by, and minus the particleboard frames they are sturdy.If anybody knows any wholesale locations besides loses/home depot Please do let me know.Thanks

Account Closed,I agree on the aesthetic point but the rental market is going crazy at the moment and have over a hundred potential tenants.  

I went to see it and aesthetically its in great shape on an good street where these types of properties get snatched up in a week.

Even stuff that was not aesthetically pleasing when she looked at the property but now wants it fixed?

The data shows house hunters are still far better served turning to local real estate websites.Website DesignWeb design has changed significantly in the last year; both aesthetically and functionally.