I upgraded all flooring, painted, added new light fixtures, added 6' privacy fence, and a new deck.

As a rental property owner myself, I value my privacy.

I’m not interested in renting out a room in my primary residence for safety and privacy.

Wildlife and natural privacy.

This will give you the option to maintain quality of life by ensuring you retain your privacy from your tenants as well as being able to rent a full unit will allow you to bring in more rental revenue as opposed to renting a single room. 

If you don't mind a shared kitchen, you can find some great floor plans that will work without going the 'value add route'.Not sure what is common in your market, but 3 story townhomes and split level homes do provide privacy as well!

About half the time, sellers prefer to avoid the realtor process due to various reasons like urgency, property condition, privacy concerns, or avoiding commissions.

Improved landscaping and hardscape to provide beauty and privacy.

Without that caveat, it is doing new investors a disservice as they might spend money that offers little payback or in some cases, hurts the sale.For example, the open floor plan was the rage up to the pandemic . . . and now with many working remote, they are finding that open is not the best option and are looking for office space and areas which can be closed off for privacy. 

Location Location Location).If it were mine I'd sell that birdbath on ebay or to a swap-meeter on Craig's list.And move the nice stone ring to the backyard as a fire-pit with two picnic tables (chained to the ground).Maybe a 6 foot tall privacy fence down the middle of the backyard so each family could have their own outdoor area.Good Luck!