Price your condo ”as is”. Just clean, clean, clean & declutter, store extra furniture if needed.

Hard to say without pictures but I'd probably recommend do nothing and price as is. Only replace the carpet if it's badly stained and ripped.

Picture of vanity was just added

A stager and a contractor are recomending things that will cost you money, and make them money. You will not recoup that $12,500 in full and probably not even remotely close. I agree with the advide to leave it be and price it accordingly. What does your realtor suggest?

I agree with others but I would offer a specific flooring allowance for the carpet - assuming there is something actually wrong with the carpet in terms of it being stained or really worn.

I can't imagine why you would want to spend $5000 or so to replace the vanity - it doesn't look as if it is in bad shape - at least from the picture you posted. I just finished a remodel in my condo and while bathroom remodels are expensive, $5000 or $7500 represents a good percentage of a total remodel especially since you still have those not very attractive large tile floors.

I would list as it is with a number in your head for how much allowance you would be willing to make and see what happens. If after a number of viewings this is the big issue then maybe you will have to spend some money but really in most cases people are probably going to update anyway. i I have no idea of the prices in your area but that is alot of money to get ROI in a short time.The bottom line is ask your realtor what is selling in your area.Clean is the best selling point and decluttering is a must.

The only thing that MIGHT need an update would be the gold fixtures in the bathroom. If you really must update, then go ahead and find replacement taps/fixtures for the gold in the bathroom.

As for the carpets, so long as they are clean (no stains), are in good shape (good enough to get a non-response) and are a neutral colour (so that no one is shocked by the colour) then I would leave them.

A home that is clean and in "move-in ready" condition is worth a LOT to a new buyer.

I would ;

1. add hardware to vanity

2. frame in the mirror over sinks

3. new lighting.

4. add a nice mat in front of the sinks for some color

for the carpet. it really depends on the color and the disrepair. Can you have it professionally cleaned? Can you use large area rugs? we need to see that space as well.

In my community, we have seen prices of the condos dramatically increase by removing the carpet and installing wood floor/laminate.

I have never understood why people spend money before resale to try to get more with the sale. Changing something you don't like while YOU are living there with resale in mind is the only time I would spend any money for improvements. The new owners taste may be totally different than what you spend a lot of money to change. And rip it all out. The tv flipping shows have changed the way people look at homes. People want perfect and want someone else to pay for it. They have NO imagination. I would prefer get the discounted price and do it myself. But I don't see anything wrong with your bath and would not change a thing If I was trying to sell this home. I also think it is very livable as is and anyone buying it would probably live with it for awhile before changing it. I love hardwoods but finish is so personal light, or dark? Guess a new owners preference?

If the carpet is stained, or an off color, it would probably be worth it to change it to a neutral low pile. If it’s in good shape and a good color, just have it cleaned.

Everything else, clean and declutter.

You’re not taking off the vanity top without removing the mirror and risking breaking it. Newer vanities are 36” tall, so the mirror would have to go anyway. Forget that chain of events entirely.

I’d get a quart of BIN, prime that vanity, and paint it an almost navy blue. Then find some gold hardware. Leave the rest of the gold alone. Make it look intentional. Some blue towels. A double sticky taped on mirror frame is an easy DIY. Maybe a new light fixture. Color match the cream vanity top for a wall color. Now you have cream, white, and navy bath that’s right on the cusp of the hot trends. You’re under $100, and it’s perked things up tremendously.

If the subfloor is good under the carpet, as not bouncy and squeaky, I’d DIY rip that nasty carpet out and lay an inexpensive vinyl click lock floor.

You could list the house and see what happens. If you are not getting the offers you want, you take it off the market make some changes and re-list.

Your bathroom seems pretty ok. Yes, it is dated with the cultured marble top and the gold fixtures, but it doesnt seem like a crisis.

The carpet is potentially more concerning. And the replacement of carpet with engineered hardwood is an upgrade, its not just cosmetic. I would be more likely to consider that change.

BTW my house is getting listed this week. Decluttered and clean are key. I have painted some rooms, touched up all the trimwork, professionally cleaned the playroom carpet, and had the whole house deep cleaned. I have been to the transfer station with bulk drop offs about 8 times. All my closets are half empty and the extra stuff in boxes in the attic.

7500 for a new 6' vanity? That's insane. you could replace that entire thing(including sinks/faucets) yourself for 2500. Or, just get a remnant countertop and replace the cultured marble.

forget the carpet. most people want hardwoods, or would hate the 'cheaper' carpet that you got, and rip it all out.

you haven't given us any specific on prices or other units and what they sold for. If you sink 10K into the 'remodel', will it get you another 25-50K ? If not, forget it.

You all are amazing! Many thanks for your comments and suggestions. The houses in my area sell very quickly becuase of the school district. There are many pharmaceuticals in the area as well...housing prices range $700 - 780K....many have finished basements which I did not do. Thank you again!! Amazing responses!!