Do you mind sharing the details of the flooring and paint colors you used in the living room?

I could paint it the color of his house.

If it's a tough area consider a metal frame to make it more kick resistant.Paint, darker shades of red, dark blue, buff or white all look presentable, and look like apartment door colors.

Its all smoke and mirrors.Find the 10 highest priced comparable sales (in your appropriate range and maybe a little higher) and look for trends in colors, finishes, etc.

Quote from @Kiana Rose: I recently left my travel industry of one year and am currently a nanny making more money (roughly $800-$1000) a week however this is cash so it is non-taxable income.

Get a netrual creme or off white color.

Even though it was high crime, it was still a popular neighborhood because it was close to a train station and the Rose Bowl.

I might paint the garage door a light color from the brick.

Splashes of color to liven up the space.

Electrical systems just dont "break"...so not much to do there.Rest is just paint and durable vinyl plank. ( use same brands and colors on all homes, saves on turnover costs)I dont buy homes with 100 year old wood windows, so not much expense there..All city sewers so no septic issues, city water so no well pumps...