The entire list of plumbing fixes includes:replace tub drain (mechanism toast plus drain was handyman'd out of code)replace water heaterreplace slop sink faucetreplace 2 sink faucetsbring upstairs 1/2 bath vanity drain to code (straight drop and no vent)move gas range feed to original placement in the house (they had it where the fridge should be and the fridge was a huge french door deal where the eat in location should be)re-run gas feed to dryer (utility co capped the line back towards a main joint)That ends up to be way more than I originally thought but it could have been worse.We pulled up the kitchen floor since someone had put el cheapo vinyl faux laminate down (always a bad choice) on top of old linoleum.

A few faux ads, on free advertising/classifieds sites such as craigslist.com, and Kijiji.com as the poster above mentioned will have investors contacting you.

Get the faux granite Formica or polished concrete overlay if you can't justify real solid stone.Update your bathroom fixtures.  

I've seen someone (rightfully) try to retrieve Grandma's jewelry, favorite rocker, china service, etc.

I'm kind of leaning towards first reply, just junk it and get a top hanging slider. trying to save outdated and vintage mechanical trinkets is a lesson in futility.

Take away all of the “big stuff” like plumbing, electric, HVAC, roof, etc. and there are still plenty of 70’s buildings out there with original kitchens, groovy faux wood paneling, popcorn ceilings, really small closets, etc.

@DongHui Patel that will vary greatly based on the property size, vintage and local market.For certain markets, you can buy data (from Axiometrics, etc) that shows the average expenses by property size and vintage.You can also ask the local PM companies you plan to engage.What size property is this?

My cell phone company, jewelry store credit account, etc....

The other is that the huge consumption of gold for jewelry in India, China and the Middle-East is growing rapidly as their economies grow.

Brie Schmidt pretty familiar with that Chicago vintage and concur it is likely due to antiquated cast pipe or its layout.