Renovation Touches That Will Increase Your Home's Value by 30%: Real Estate-Focused Investment Tips

# Renovation Touches That Will Increase Your Home's Value by 30%: Real Estate-Focused Investment Tips

Viewing your home not only as a living space but also as a value-adding investment is possible with the right renovation strategies. In this guide, we address renovation investments that will increase your home's real estate value by up to 30%, ROI (Return on Investment) calculations, and investment-focused material selection strategies from a master's perspective in Kadıköy, Bakırköy, Beşiktaş, Şişli, Sarıyer, and all Istanbul districts.

ROI (Return on Investment) Concept in Renovation Investment

In renovation investments, ROI is an indicator that measures how much the investment made contributes to your home's value. For example, if you invest 100,000 TL and increase your home's value by 130,000 TL, ROI is 130%.

Renovations Providing Highest ROI

In our 20 years of experience, the following renovations provide the highest ROI:

1. Kitchen Renewal (ROI: 80-100%)

Kitchen renewal is one of the renovations that contributes most to home value.

• Kadıköy, Bakırköy: Kitchen renewal increases home value by 15-20%

• Beşiktaş, Şişli: Kitchen renewal increases home value by 20-25%

• Prefer quartz or granite countertops

• Use modern cabinet systems

• Integrate built-in appliances

• Investment: 150,000 - 300,000 TL

• Value increase: 180,000 - 375,000 TL

• ROI: 80-100%

2. Bathroom Renewal (ROI: 70-90%)

Bathroom renewal is the renovation that provides the highest ROI after kitchen renewal.

• Modern bathroom increases home value by 10-15%

• Use porcelain ceramics

• Prefer shower cabins

• Use premium fixtures

• Investment: 80,000 - 200,000 TL

• Value increase: 112,000 - 280,000 TL

• ROI: 70-90%

3. Exterior Facade Insulation (ROI: 60-80%)

Exterior facade insulation provides both energy savings and value increase.

• Exterior facade insulation increases home value by 8-12%

• Use XPS foam insulation (8-10 cm)

• Apply exterior facade coating

• Change windows

4. Window Replacement (ROI: 50-70%)

PVC or aluminum window replacement increases home value.

• Window replacement increases home value by 5-8%

• Prefer PVC windows (5+16+5 mm)

• Thermal break aluminum is an alternative

Renovations Providing Low ROI (Attention!)

Some renovations provide low value increase relative to investment cost:

1. Custom-Designed Wallpapers (ROI: 20-30%)

Custom-designed wallpapers do not provide value increase because they are done according to personal tastes.

2. Pool Construction (ROI: 30-40%)

Pool construction is a high-cost investment but value increase is low. Pool construction in apartment units is not recommended except for Sarıyer villas.

District-Based Value Increase Strategies

In Istanbul's different districts, the value increase effect of renovation investments varies.

Kadıköy and Bakırköy: Mid-Segment Investment

In Kadıköy and Bakırköy, mid-segment renovation investments provide the highest ROI:

• Kitchen: 150,000 - 250,000 TL investment

• Bathroom: 80,000 - 150,000 TL investment

• Value increase: 15-20%

Beşiktaş and Şişli: Premium Segment Investment

In Beşiktaş and Şişli, premium segment renovation investments are recommended:

• Kitchen: 300,000 - 500,000 TL investment

• Bathroom: 200,000 - 350,000 TL investment

• Value increase: 20-25%

Sarıyer: Luxury Segment Investment

In Sarıyer villas, luxury segment renovation investments provide value increase:

• Kitchen: 500,000 - 1,000,000 TL investment

• Bathroom: 300,000 - 600,000 TL investment

• Value increase: 25-30%

Investment-Focused Material Selection

When doing investment-focused renovation, material selection is critically important.

Neutral and Timeless Design

• Prefer neutral colors (white, gray, beige)

• Choose timeless designs

• Put personal tastes in the background

Premium Materials (Increases ROI)

• Quartz countertop (granite alternative)

• Porcelain ceramic

• Premium fixtures (Grohe, Hansgrohe)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which renovation provides the highest ROI?

Kitchen renewal (80-100% ROI) and bathroom renewal (70-90% ROI) are the renovations that provide the highest ROI.

When is renovation investment valuable?

Renovation investment is valuable if you plan to sell your home within 2-5 years. In longer-term use, renovation cost is amortized.

Do custom-designed renovations provide value increase?

No, custom-designed renovations (wallpapers, special colors, etc.) do not provide value increase because they are done according to personal tastes.

Conclusion: Get Professional Support

Renovation investments that increase your home's value are possible with the right strategy and material selection. We offer investment-focused renovation services in Kadıköy, Bakırköy, Beşiktaş, Şişli, Sarıyer, and all Istanbul districts.

By booking a free site visit appointment, you can get ROI analysis and investment strategy recommendations for your home. Free Architectural Site Visit Line: 0501 022 33 75