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We just moved from CG to the Heights. After 8 years in a floor thru that was way too big and way too run down, we found a perfect place, about 250-sq-ft smaller but with 600 square feet of patio and backyard. We’re totally IN LOVE with the whole space (including the amazing block) except the kitchen. It’s functional, but not optimized. I’d like to upgrade the stove and fridge. I’d also like to add a backsplash and nice countertops. I want to change the cabinet hardware and maybe reface them.
The previous tennant was there for 10 years and I’m planning on being in this space for 5-7. Would it be worth it to drop a little bit of money into a rental, just to make it more comfortable for us? Since the kitchen is functional, I don’t think the landlord is going to want to split costs. But my husband is a former contractor and I did the interiors of our place upstate to prepare it for sale. This isn’t DOB permit territory, but I’ve never upgraded a rental before. The only return on investment would probably be our own increased comfort if I can’t get any reimbusement from the landlord. Like I’ve said I’ve done work like this before and I can do it very cost effectively. I don’t really worry about the money but is this something any other renters out there would consider doing for their own comfort?or is it just plain dumb?
Thanks