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Whether you list your property with us or not, our condo experts can manage your renovation process from start to finish. Spend the least while maximizing your value. Our condo experts can even renovate your unit so you can sell or lease for more, or upgrade your own home.
We can help you strategize the upgrades that will increase the value of your home, while spending less on the process. With over 20 years experience and 400+ renovations behind us, we know how to expertly manage the process, so you’re left with less to worry about, and a home that sells for more.
For buyers, we can work with you to turn a fixer-upper into a customized dream home, and save you money on your renovation.
733 Marine St #4 - $200K Profit
This was a full renovation. This property was in original condition and had a very challenging floorpan. The client made a $200K profit on his investment. The work took around 3 months and a total of about $200k all in for renovation costs.
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1212 Ocean Park #4 - $150K Profit
This was in original condition. About 2 months and $120K of renovation costs, the Maser team completely enhanced this home. A new design with an open concept living/dining, new floors, custom cabinetry and much more.
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1212 Ocean Park #4 - $150K Profit
This was in original condition. About 2 months and $120K of renovation costs, the Maser team completely enhanced this home. A new design with an open concept living/dining, new floors, custom cabinetry and much more.
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733 Marine St #4 - $200K Profit
This was a full renovation. This property was in original condition and had a very challenging floorpan. The client made a $200K profit on his investment. The work took around 3 months and a total of about $200k all in for renovation costs.
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2663 Centinela #304 - $35K Profit
The Maser team stepped in and helped our client paint, patch and stage for approximately $10k. This property was in original condition, but with our guidance and the help of our amazing stager we made this property move-in ready. Our clients was so thrilled making an additional $35K in profit. Scroll down to learn more.
1212 Ocean Park #4 - $150K Profit
This was in original condition. About 2 months and $120K of renovation costs, the Maser team completely enhanced this home. A new design with an open concept living/dining, new floors, custom cabinetry and much more.
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SMALL UPGRADES CAN MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE
For most condo owners, a full renovation isn’t necessary to increase the value of their home. Smartly chosen updates for a nominal cost can often take a home to the next level, and fetch higher sales prices. Our condo experts understand what buyers are looking for in today’s market, and can advise you on how to attract them with just a small investment.
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930 California Ave #301, Santa Monica
Project: Full Renovation
Our condo experts managed a complete renovation from start to sold – including the design, selecting all of the finishes (tile, floors, custom cabinet design, stone, lighting, staging , etc.) The buyer purchased this property for $900,000 with the intent of doing a full quality high-end renovation. The buyer invested roughly $350,000. Overall, this was about a 8 month project converting the unit from it’s original condition. We listed it for $1,599,000, had multiple offers above asking, and SOLD for $1,775,000 within the first week of showings. A profit of approximately $500,000. See the property.
1425 Stanford St #12, Santa Monica
Project: Full Renovation
Our condo experts managed a complete cosmetic renovation from start to sold – including the design, selecting all of the finishes (tile, floors, custom cabinet design, stone, lighting, staging , etc.) The buyer purchased this property for $830,000 with the intent of doing a full quality renovation. The buyer invested $140,000 or about $100 per Square Foot. Overall, this was a 3 month project converting the unit from it’s original condition. We listed it for $1,199,000 and SOLD for $1,370,000 in 7 days; $171,000 over asking price. Maser’s client made a $350,000 profit… after all closing costs. See the property.
12815 Caswell Ave #5, Mar Vista
Project: Kitchen and Bathrooms
This was our sellers dream! They followed our advice to the “T” and they had a record sale in their complex. We recommended they change all of their countertops, paint the entire unit and do professional staging. All in they spent around $40,000 to get it prepped for sale. We also recommended we list it below the market to attract a lot of buyers. Thus, we listed it at $929,000 and within 3 days we had 25 offers and sold it for $1,290,000. That is $361,000 over asking for a cost of $40,000. Do you think it’s worth it? See the property.
1212 Ocean Park Blvd #4, Santa Monica
Project: Full Renovation
This property was in original condition. The previous owner sold the property in “as in” condition. The Maser team managed the renovation for our buyer from start to sold. From the visionary new design, layout changes, city permits, HOA permission process, moving walls, kitchen plan, adding new lighting, new floors, custom cabinetry, new doors, complete overhauls of the bathrooms, picking out fixtures, appliances, etc. The total project cost approximately $120,000 and involved two months of actual labor. See the property.
733 Marine Street #4, Santa Monica
Project: Full Renovation
This property was in original condition and had a very challenging floor plan. The previous owner sold the property in “as in” condition. Our condo experts managed the renovation for our buyer from start to sold. We completely redesigned the layout of the kitchen and laundry area, created modern open floor plan that connected the kitchen and living space making this small unit feel larger and brighter. We managed the contractors, the city permits, HOA permission process, moving walls, adding new lighting, new floors, custom cabinetry, new doors, custom skylights, drastic overhauls of the bathrooms, picking out fixtures, appliances, etc. The total project cost approximately $200,000 and involved three months of actual labor. Client profit over $200,000 and a record sale in the complex. See the property.
515 Ocean Avenue, N. Penthouse C, Santa Monica
Project: Living Areas
This was a 3,000 sq. ft. penthouse with panoramic views, but the property had not been renovated or updated in 40 years. We added new carpet, painted everything bright white, removed the tints and drapes from the windows and staged the living area. This allowed us to drive buyers to come see the amazing views and space. The property sold for $6,550,000. See the property.
743 Pier Avenue #4, Santa Monica
Project: Kitchen, Master and Guest Bathroom
This property was listed and not selling. We changed all the dark countertops with white quartz, updated tile and flooring in bathrooms and kitchen and added a fresh coat of light paint.
Cost: $10,000. Result: The property sold for $25,000 over asking price and for $40,000 more than the offers made prior to renovation. See the property.
1537 S. Westgate Avenue, West L.A.
Project: Kitchen and Dining Area
This property was purchased for $680,000. Overall, the unit was dated in its original decor. We re-used all the old cabinetry, removed the upper cabinets and opened up the kitchen, moved out the galley sink portion and pushed it out a few feet to expand and open up the kitchen. We added new countertops, a sink and appliances. We also updated the floors and added in-ceiling lighting. The property sold for $1,000,000 ($100,000 over asking price). The project cost only $8,000. See the property.
They transformed our place into one of those TV show remodeling homes. This was at minimal cost and we sold for a record price.
11910 Mayfield Avenue #102, Brentwood
Project: Full Renovation
This property was in terrible condition when purchased. We came in and did a complete renovation, which included opening walls. We designed a new kitchen, updated all appliances, renovated the master bathroom, created new closet spaces, painted, updated lighting throughout and installed new windows and doors. The project took 45 days from start to finish, and it was on the market for just 4 days before selling for well over asking price for a $75,000 profit. See the property.