Sell Your Columbia SC Home Faster With These Features
If you're trying to sell your Columbia SC home and think remodeling or upgrading certain features of your home would be a waste of money, you should think again.
The cost of not making upgrades can be far greater than the small loss you'll incur on any home improvement projects. It can make the difference between getting multiple offers on your Columbia SC home, or getting no offers at all.
Features Buyers Want in a Columbia SC Home Today
1. Separate laundry room
Buyers who want this feature: 93 percent
Approximate cost to renovate: $2,800-$3,200 for an 80-square-foot space (replacing existing cabinetry, countertops, sink and flooring, painting the walls, and updating the plumbing and lighting fixtures)
2. Exterior lighting
Buyers who want this feature: 90 percent
Cost to buy and install: $150 to $250 per fixture
Exterior lighting is the most-wanted outdoor feature for a Columbia SC home, according to the National Association of Home Builders.
3. Energy Star windows
Buyers who want this feature: 89 percent
Cost to buy and install: $270-$800 per window
Swapping out your old windows for new energy-efficient versions will help your Columbia SC home stand out to buyers looking to save on utility costs.
4. Garage storage space
Buyers who want this feature: 86 percent
Cost to install: $2,200-$2,500 for a 380-square-foot space (including adding cabinets, a peg wallboard for tools and improved lighting and electrical circuits) Unlike an attic or backyard shed, the garage is easily accessible.
5. Eat-in kitchens
Buyers who want this feature: 85 percent
Cost to install: $1,000+
Making this particular improvement or change to your Columbia SC home can quickly escalate if you're knocking out a wall to make room for a dining table, so be careful with this one. It's not necessarily a do-it-yourself weekend project.
6. Walk-in pantry
Buyers who want this feature: 85 percent
Cost to install: Varies depending on design and location
Additional storage space in the kitchen is a big plus for potential buyers looking at your Columbia SC home. An added bonus would be the ability to tuck away mops and brooms neatly.
7. Wireless home security system
Buyers who want this feature: 50 percent
Cost to install: $100-$300
Installing a wireless home security system is less expensive than a hard-wired version and doesn't require professional assistance to install. Systems that can be easily controlled by a tablet or smart phone app are especially attractive.
If you're considering a system that is professionally monitored to notify police or fire departments as needed, they'll most likely provide installation for you, so installation costs for this feature may be next to nothing.
For more tips to help you sell your Columbia SC home, check out some of our other Columbia SC Home Selling Tips under Columbia SC Real Estate Categories to your right.