A beat-up house in Boise, once called the ugliest house around, got a total makeover and is now a cool, livable home.
Built way back in the '40s, it had been ignored forever. When investors got it, the place was a mess, with rotting wood, mold, and bad structural problems that made it unsafe.
Seriously Messed Up
The roof was shot, the wiring was old, and the plumbing barely worked. Even the driveway and yard were goners. Most people thought it was a goner.
Buyers usually skipped it because fixing it seemed too pricey.
Big Bucks for the Reno
Even though it was in rough shape, investors took a shot. They dropped over $100,000 to fix and upgrade it by:
- Putting on a new roof
- Fixing the electrical and plumbing
- Repairing the structure
- Replacing the driveway
- Adding sprinklers
- Getting rid of mold and rot
They just wanted to make it safe, modern, and nice again.
Total Change
After months, it was a different place. It went from unsafe and ugly to clean, modern, and ready to sell. They redid the inside and outside, so it fit in the area.
Everyone who saw it before was shocked.
Sold for a Bunch
After the work, they put it back on the market and sold it for $624,000. This shows that even the worst houses can be worth something if you plan and invest wisely.
- Before: Falling apart, unsafe, with rot and mold.
- After: Modern, safe, and ready for a family.
This Boise home proves that even the ugliest duckling can turn out great. With enough work, cash, and a good plan, a bad property can become a great home.
