She only asked that I complete a few minor repairs (already in process) and we agreed on a few touch ups on the paint that were planned, carpet cleaning, etc.

Just change some light fixture to update the look, touch up paint, replacing kitchen ceiling tiles, which can be drop in the existing grid. 

They got 100% of their deposit back and an additional $15 for the touch up paint they had purchased (and used).

I have checked around, rent is 900 to 975 for similar units and Property is in very good shape so I don't anticipate much repairs besides some paint touch up. 

Easy to do touch-ups.

Just some minor touch up stuff.

The property is located in a C neighborhood that has signs of improvement (new community center, homes being remodeled) and the duplex itself could use some cosmetic work (touch up exterior paint, landscaping, vinyl flooring, interior paint, update bathroom).

As time goes along and your investment goes well due to your tenants paying their rent as they should and the home going up in value due to inflation and market appreciation, COC becomes less relevant.For example, if you purchased a property with $22,500 down payment, $5,000 in closing expenses, and $2,500 for some touch-up paint and new carpet, you are all-in for an original investment of $30,000.

Home needs a lot of touch ups built in the 80s.

They're simple to touch up, the wood lasts a long time, if a cabinet door gets broken it's simple to match.