Clairmont is a neighborhood of 1970’s-built, contemporary homes located off the main commercial artery in Augusta, Bobby Jones Expressway, which connects I-20 to Washington Road.

- Choose a touchless option for added convenience.Inspiration: - Consider a matte black or brushed nickel finish for a contemporary look

The last piece to complete the look is an awesome contemporary light fixture in the stairwell.

(If not, there are floor-specific reglazing options.)Replace the vanity with a CLEAN-LINED contemporary white cabinet, top, sink, faucet, and hardware. 

Through the CRE you can engage a buyers broker to find properties that meet the criteria suggested by the CRE.I know my advice is unconventional in today's instantaneous knowledge, instant satisfaction, guru worship environment.  

It will look a little sterile but you in Los Angeles you can roll with "contemporary".

Easy to rent area, close proximity to a variety of activities (shopping, the highway, places of worship, entertainment), price was in my budget and only needed cosmetic fixes as the furnace and central AC were all fairly new.

If you really feel the need to do "something", I'd start with pressure washing everything, then paint the trim and siding to whatever contemporary colors are hot in your area.

Any suggestions on some reasonable, reliable contractors for metal contemporary style railings ?  

The finish is certainly more towards contemporary.