Landlords: Easy Updates For the Kitchen

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Last month, we talked about cheap and easy ways to freshen up the bathroom in your rental unit. This month, we offer landlords and property owners advice to making their kitchen look good for less.

Freshen Up Cabinets If you are a new landlord, costly cabinet replacement or refacing is likely not in your budget for 2013. The good news is that you can improve their look without breaking the bank. Cabinets can be given new life with a good cleaning, and the addition of new hardware. If you are feeling really ambitious, sanding and painting the doors can change the look entirely.

Put in an island A kitchen island is functional in so many ways. They can provide extra counter-space for eating, food prepping, and most importantly more kitchen storage. Tenants love having more storage. The best part is, sometimes you can find really nice second-hand islands on Craigslist or in consignment stores.

Improve the backsplash If you are not a handy landlord, the good news is you can have new, inexpensive backsplash installed for about $10 a square foot. If that isn’t in the budget for this year, than consider re-caulking the area behind the countertop and wall to freshen up any unsightly areas.

Replace lights or ceiling fans Replacing outdated light fixtures or a ceiling fan can make a room feel brand new. If your kitchen has decades-old brass fixtures consider replacing with more modern, sleek options. It will immediately appeal to prospective tenants and make your rental instantly more desirable.

The kitchen is the heart and soul of any home. By making a few simple changes, you can create an inviting area that is sure to please any tenants.

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