7 Value‑Adding Fixes Before You Sell Your Gold Coast Home

Cheap pre‑sale upgrades that can add $50 k+ to your final price—straight from Gold Coast selling specialists.

7 Smart Fixes That Add Maximum Value Before Listing on the Gold Coast

Not every reno delivers a return, but these seven wallet‑friendly tweaks have proven ROI in suburbs like Clear Island Waters and Mermaid Waters.

#1 Swap Outdated Tapware for Brushed Metal

Cost: $400–$600 (quality mixer sets for kitchen + both bathrooms)

Why it works: Tapware is eye‑level in listing photos and a tactile “touch‑point” during open homes. Sleek, brushed‑gold or matte‑black mixers instantly modernise benches and vanities, signaling a recent renovation without the price tag.

#2 Re‑Grout & Seal Wet Areas

Cost: $280–$450 (professional steam clean, re‑grout + silicone reseal)

Why it works: Discoloured grout and failing silicone scream “maintenance backlog.” A fresh clean and reseal makes tiling look brand‑new,

#3 Install LED Downlights

Cost: $700–$1,000 (15–20 downlights, electrician labour)

Why it works: Bright, uniform lighting enlarges rooms in real‑estate photography and highlights styled furniture. Energy‑efficient lighting is a must‑have search filter on realestate.com.au

#4 Stage the High‑Impact Rooms

Cost: $1,200–$1,800 (pro stylist for living, dining, master)

Why it works: Styled furniture and coastal‑neutral décor help buyers visualise lifestyle, not clutter—boosting perceived value by up to 3 × the spend. Gold Coast buyers especially respond to light, breezy spaces that feel holiday‑ready.

#5 Refresh the Front Door & Hardware

Cost: $350–$600 (quality exterior paint + matte‑black lever set)

Why it works: Your entry is the first close‑up buyers photograph. A modern door colour—think deep navy or eucalyptus green—plus new handles says “well‑maintained” before they step inside, adding instant curb appeal for Carrara and Clear Island Waters streetscapes.

#6  Add Low‑Maintenance Native Plants

Cost: $450–$700 (banksia, lomandra, golden penda + mulch)

Why it works: Drought‑tolerant natives thrive in the Gold Coast’s subtropical climate with minimal upkeep, giving your façade a lush, sustainable look.

 #7  Pressure‑Wash Driveway & Roof

Cost: $250–$400 (DIY hire or local service)

Why it works: Years of salt spray and humidity leave grime on pavers, tiles and Colorbond. A quick pressure‑wash brightens hard‑scapes, making the whole property look younger and well‑cared‑for—often trimming days on market and lifting final sale price.

Want a tailored pre‑sale action plan? Call 0475 212 949 for an in‑home consult with Prestige Coast Properties or visit us online here