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The Easy Way To Decorate A Rental Apartment On A Budget

9/27/2022

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If you own a rental apartment, you want to present it to potential renters in a way that makes them want to move in straight away. And the best way to do this is to freshen up the décor and make it look better.

But what, exactly, should you be focusing on? You’re about to find out. In this post, we take a look at some of the easy ways to decorate a rental apartment on a budget. Check them out below.

Give Everything A Fresh Lick Of Paint
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Start by giving everything a fresh lick of paint. The easiest option here is to make everything clean and white, though you can try other colors in some special cases.

A new coat of white paint immediately brightens the whole room. Plus, it goes with whatever furniture you have in the apartment (if any). For example, those who apartments in their search are going to usually expect more basic colors (like white) compared to those who want more complex shapes and alcoves (meaning you can paint the walls more unique colors).


Don’t worry about buying expensive rollers or using fancy application techniques. Ultimately, a simple brush will suffice. Most management companies, like Bridlewood Real Estate, would suggest going as neutral as you can to attract the widest array of tenants.

Focus Energy On The Kitchen
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Old kitchens can put tenants off and may force you to offer your property at a lower price. But some simple upgrades can change the game entirely. The more expensive that you can make them look, the more positive reactions you will accumulate.

Start by making the kitchen neutral. White, gray or charcoal are all good choices. Then install overlay panel doors on European hinges. If you already have cabinetry, you might want to consider refacing it. You should also consider hanging pendant lighting to enhance the room’s feel.

Cover Up Eyesores

If there are any eyesores in your home, cover them up. Stains on the walls that you can’t remove or ugly radiators in the bedroom can put tenants off and make them feel like “something isn’t right” when they visit your property.

For instance, try making light switches the same color as your walls to make them disappear visually. White on white is the obvious choice here.

You might also want to create radiator covers. Pre-fabbed products are often made of walnut and look very attractive compared to standard metal.

Correct Bad Lighting

Next, you want to ensure that whatever apartment you are selling has good lighting. This means adding both warmth and brightness to spaces to make them look less tired.

To upgrade your property and bring it into the 21st century, try layering lighting. Use a combination of ceiling lights, sconces, and table lamps to create the perfect ambiance. Experiment with using warmer colors to help tenants feel more welcomed.

Add Lots Of Art
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While it might sound strange, adding a lot of art is a great way to encourage tenants to take up residence in your property. And, if you go generic, it’s cheap, too. These days you can get paintings and murals for just a few dollars instead of having to pay sky-high oligarch prices. Place it around all your rooms, including the bedroom.
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