I live about 40 minutes east of Des Moines, so that's cool to see such a story in my neck of the woods.  

Thanks @Roy N. !  

You can find an realtor reping out of towners.I personally would say it has to be 2200sqft+ built 2003+ in an area of 1650-$1800 a month rents or in The woodlands, grand parkway, or king wood areas to be worth that in this inflated Houston market.

From a cosmetic approach not all of your prospects would like wood ceilings I would think the tried and true kitchen and bath approach would be your best approach. 

@Roy N. 

Thanks Roy!

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Probate Notices are published every month here in my neck of the woods so I don't need to purchase any list. 

Carpets are in good condition and wood floors feel solid. 

Thanks @Roy N.