5 Bathroom Upgrades for Your Boston Home

If you’re planning to remodel your bathroom, the fundamental question on your mind is likely: How much money will I recoup once I decide to sell my home? While there is no cut and dry answer, it’s worth noting that an updated bathroom is a top feature hopeful homeowners look for when buying a home in Boston. In fact, a minor bathroom remodel will get you an average return of 102 percent when it comes time to stick the “For Sale” sign in your front yard. Whether you have unlimited cash to spend or are looking to make big improvements on a slim budget, consider the following projects for upgrading the bathroom in your Boston home.

Freshen up stained grout

It’s time to get on your hands and knees and get the grunge out of your grout lines. This can easily be accomplished with an old toothbrush and a mild bleach solution (one part bleach to ten parts water).

Replace your shower head

Add a luxurious touch to your bathroom with a new shower head. Whether you desire a pulsating spray, an adjustable head or rainfall style, this is an upgrade you’ll enjoy long before you decide to sell your home in Boston.

Update your faucets

Updating your bathroom faucets is a simple and cost-effective way to give your bathroom a subtle enhancement. From the sink to the tub, shiny new fixtures will immediately make the entire room sparkle.

Install a new vanity

This is likely the priciest upgrade of the bunch. However, your local hardware store should have a variety of styles with at least a few options in your price range. If your bathroom lacks a linen closet, consider a model with plenty of storage space.

Replace the lighting

The right lighting can dramatically improve the appearance of your bathroom. If you only have an overhead light, consider installing a couple of sconces on the walls or adding an attractive fixture over the sink.

As you can see, it’s easy to transform your bathroom even if you’re working with a shoestring budget. If you’re puzzled as to where you should start, I recommend giving your entire bathroom a thorough cleaning. Once you clear the dust and grime off of the walls, ceiling, exhaust fan, doors, cabinets, surfaces, and light fixtures, you’ll be able to step back and assess what features require the most attention and biggest portion of your remodeling budget. If you need any additional guidance as you prepare to sell your home in Boston, please reach out to me. The Boston real estate market is already buzzing with activity leading into what’s sure to be a busy spring for buyers and sellers alike. I look forward to connecting with you!

Ken Snyder
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro
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