When a dated East Bay family home hit the market as-is, the sellers were facing a tough choice: list it now and settle for less, or invest in updates that could boost value and buyer interest.

They chose to partner with Chris Winston of Renovation Sells East Bay—and the results speak for themselves.

What followed was a thoughtfully executed transformation that updated nearly every space in the home, from the kitchen and laundry room to flooring, paint, and bedrooms. The result? A bidding war, an all-cash buyer, and a $303K profit that exceeded even the sellers’ expectations.

The Numbers at a Glance

From Functional to Fabulous: The Renovation Strategy

This wasn’t a full rebuild—it was a smart, targeted renovation focused on appealing to today’s buyer. Chris and the Renovation Sells East Bay team identified areas where cosmetic and functional upgrades would drive the most return.

Here’s what the scope included:

• Kitchen upgrades to enhance layout, lighting, and surface finishes

• Bedroom refreshes that created a warm, move-in-ready feel

• Laundry room updates to modernize utility space

• New flooring and paint throughout for a clean, cohesive look

The goal? To make the home feel instantly livable—and stand out in a competitive market.

Over Asking and Off the Market

The newly refreshed home hit the market at $1.2 million—and immediately captured attention.

With updated finishes, smooth flow, and a clean, cohesive style throughout, it looked nothing like its previous self. The listing drew multiple offers and ultimately sold for $115K over asking to an all-cash buyer—on the first day offers were accepted.

It closed just 14 days later.

Don't Just Take Our Word for It

"If we weren’t selling the house, I’d want to buy it. The work was done in a timely fashion, to high design and construction standards, with honest and fair pricing, and excellent communication. The house went from a mournful “as is” state to a top pricing opportunity!"

- Wendie, Homeseller

"This was a very successful project, returning over 3 times the renovation cost! Ultimately, the home sold the first day offers were accepted, for $115k over asking, with a full cash offer. Clients are ecstatic with the results!"

- Rod Abdolhosseini, Realtor®

Ready to Transform Your Next Listing?

Whether you're a real estate agent prepping a listing or a homeowner planning to sell, Renovation Sells partners with clients across the country to create spaces that stand out—and sell strong.

From cosmetic updates to buyer-focused design, we help turn everyday homes into market-ready standouts.

Let’s talk about your next project. Contact your local Renovation Sells team to get started.