Which home improvements actually pay off when you are getting ready to sell your home?
It is one of the most common questions Bryan and Rene Vance hear from sellers across Hillsboro, Highland County, and Southern Ohio — and the answer might surprise you.
According to 2025 national averages from Remodeling Magazine, these are the projects delivering the strongest returns:
- 🏠 Garage Door Replacement — $4,672 invested — 268% return
- 🚪 Steel Entry Door Replacement — $2,435 invested — 216% return
- 🪨 Manufactured Stone Veneer — $11,702 invested — 208% return
- 🏗️ Fiber-Cement Siding Replacement — $21,485 invested — 114% return
- 🍳 Minor Kitchen Remodel — $28,458 invested — 113% return
Notice something? The three highest returning projects are all exterior improvements. Curb appeal is not just cosmetic — it is a financial strategy.
On the other end of the spectrum, some of the most expensive projects return far less than what you spend:
- A $164,000 upscale kitchen remodel returns just 36%
- A $351,613 upscale primary suite addition returns only 18%
- Solar installation returns just 30% nationally
The bottom line for Southern Ohio sellers — start outside, focus on midrange improvements, and avoid over-improving for your market.
These figures are 2025 national averages, and local results in Southern Ohio may vary. Before you spend a single dollar on improvements, contact Bryan and Rene Vance for a free, no-obligation home assessment tailored specifically to the Southern Ohio market.
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